The Shimano Metanium DC Reel. The ultimate DC reel offered by Shimano. Is the cost of $499 worth the investment.
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I got my hands on the Shimano Metanium DC reel through the Tackle Warehouse Demo Program. I have used a couple Shimano reels in the past, but never a DC reel. I wanted to get my hands on one to try them out and I jumped in with this big boy.
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The reel performs exceptionally well. Which is to be expected for a reel of this price. It is beautiful and casts like a dream. It handled the four pound largemouth I caught with ease. The best feature of the reel is the DC, or Digital Control, technology.
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Shimano basically put a microchip in this and other DC reels. The microchip helps control the speed of the spool when you cast. This feature drastically diminishes back lashes and birds nest, but it doesn't necessary prevent all. I could cast my 3/8 ounce Buzz Toad from Strike King what seemed like a country mile and completely take my thumb of the spool. This does increase your margin for error when casting.
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I only have two complaints with the reel: 1) The spool is entirely smooth so there isn't anything for the line to grip onto when you spool the reel with line. 2) The Metanium DC is only offered in 7.4.1 and 8.5.1 gear ratios. I wish they would have more options.
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