There are three right handed models (SLXDC150), in regular, high gear and extra high gearing. This reel is great! In standard baitcasting reels, when the clutch bar is pressed down, the pinion gear is freed and can actually drag on the spool shaft, creating friction and limiting the length of the cast. Marking the first time the Shimano's game-changing Digital Control (DC) braking system has been offered at this price, the Shimano SLX 150 DC Casting Reel takes the proven performance of the SLX series to new heights. The SLX DC features the same compact palmable design and rigid frame as the original SLX, and is equipped with Shimano's I-DC4 Digital Control Braking system. Anglers will find DC braking especially beneficial in tough casting conditions such as heavy winds or when skipping baits under docks and overhanging structure. By designing a balanced and uninform thin wall aluminium constructed spool, S3D creates an incredibily smooth feeling when casting and retrieving lures.DM:Dealer's Manual / UM:User's Manual / QM:Quick Manual / SI:Service Instructions / EV:Exploded View / RI:Regulatory information / DoC:Declaration of Conformity / HM:Help Manual Impressions: The SLX Series has been a stellar performer for Shimano in terms of market acceptance, and overall sales. Fishing down here in south Louisiana the wind is also starting always blowing. With SF, the pinion gear is supported by a ball bearing, and when the clutch is disengaged the pinion gear and spool shaft are kept in precise alignment. This braking system utilizes a microcomputer to monitor spool speed and apply the precise amount of brake necessary to adequately slow the spool and prevent backlash. (And I’ve never ocean fished but any one of them you can fish saltwater). I will be using this for inshore fishing so we will see how it holds up. What’s great about this reel is the price. Its DC, digital controlled, brake system effectively controls spool speeds to prevent backlash, and you may cast from the first day of fishing. It’s a workhorse, this reel and my Tranx 200 and 400 cover everything point blank.
With a significantly smaller body (22%), the SLX has a very ergonomic shape and is perfect for palming the reel in your hand, making it very comfortable to fish with whole day long. Because of price.
It features a digitally controlled braking system just like the one on the Shimano Curado DC. Even I can now cast directly into the wind without fear of a backlash. The first is the SLX DC. The result is a rocksolid housing and support for the moving internal gearing and greater efficiency throughout the reel.The Super Free bearing supported pinion gear system (SF) was designed to eliminate friction on the spool shaft during the cast. The SLX DC is designed for effortless casting – in any condition. Shimano Caius B Casting Reel . With a $99.99 dollar price point it now occupies the segment that used to be the sweet spot for previous generation Citicas, and is truly an affordable everyday workhorse reel. Then Shimano developed their new SLX reel into an SLX DC and offer it for $189. Shimano 20 SLX DC Japan model 2020- 2020 New model. The result is zero friction on the spool shaft for increased freespool.© 2019 SHIMANO INC. All Rights reservedShimano's S3D technology leads to significantly reduced spool vibration.