Underwhelming:( 

Was hoping it would be a new Chronarch MGL weighing 5.5 ounces to compete with the new higher end Doyo products. 

https://www.meltontackle.com/shimano-new-for-2023

 

Product pages for each are up here.

This is a little disappointing.

I wonder how the Conquest will sell considering is $600 US price. Cost of living is rising everywhere right now. 

13 minutes ago, Hulkster said:

I wonder how the Conquest will sell considering is $600 US price. Cost of living is rising everywhere right now. 

Pretty sure it won't be an issue.  The swimbaits that these reels are designed for, probably start at $75 a piece and the demand for those baits is always high. If you can afford the baits, you afford the reel. 

 

Personally, I would probably only use a 200 size in it but I wouldn't pay $600. I would go for a Tranx first or the JDM version.

thats true. I have a tranx 400A and its amazing. 

 

still, the shiny gold metal of the conquest is really appealing lol

7 hours ago, Tom Orr said:

This is a little disappointing.

This^^^ where is the new Chronarch and the new Metanium DC???

I bet they'll introduce the SLX DC XT. I'm phasing out my DCs for Daiwa SVs. I just like the braking system better. They feel smoother. 

On 1/20/2023 at 1:35 PM, roadwarrior said:

So what is the slx with the white greyish wording like the color a lot more than the obnoxious blue 

On 1/20/2023 at 1:25 PM, slackhouse said:

Shimano posted a new video a few hours ago:

 

https://youtu.be/F-zNRr_O51o

 

Additional SpeedMaster II reels

Calcutta Conquest MD

SLX A

 

 

Anyone know what a SLX A might be.

 

The other two look cool, but I have no need for them.

 

 

19 minutes ago, FrnkNsteen said:

Anyone know what a SLX A might be.

 

The other two loom cool, but I have no need for them.

 

 

i want to know too.

24 minutes ago, FrnkNsteen said:

Anyone know what a SLX A might be.

This is what they're saying

It's a tall task to redesign an industry benchmark for versatility and performance, so the Shimano team went to work developing the all-new SLX A series of low-profile reels. Designed for tournament anglers and weekend warriors alike, the all-new SLX A series now features Shimano's premium SilentTune technology to improve rotation and enhance overall reeling performance. Available in three gear ratios, Shimano built the SLX A with a HAGANE Body for increased durability and strength, so anglers can set the hook and land the fish of a lifetime. Unsurpassed quality and performance at an unbeatable price, the all-new SLX A series of reels is a must-have for anglers looking to upgrade their quiver.

SLX A | LOW PROFILE | BAITCAST | REELS | PRODUCT | SHIMANO

Thanks,.. I only have one of the current SLX, but I have to say I like it. 

On 1/20/2023 at 12:25 PM, slackhouse said:

Shimano posted a new video a few hours ago:

 

https://youtu.be/F-zNRr_O51o

 

Additional SpeedMaster II reels

Calcutta Conquest MD

SLX A

 

 

That's a funky jam they used for that video!