1. Daiwa Steez Blackjack Elite
2. Daiwa Steez Blackjack Rod And Reel
3. Daiwa Steez Blackjack Trainer
4. Daiwa Steez Blackjack Bar

Every component is engineered for the optimum in lightness, strength and sensitivity. Pure technology—SVF Graphite. SVF Graphite—Super Volume Fiber technology packs unidirectional graphite fiber into a denser form—with exact resin control—for greater strength, lighter weight and incredible sensitivity. Daiwa Steez Racing Design Spinning Model S. Used Daiwa Steez Racing Design Baitcasting. ¥65,600 ¥82,000. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Daiwa Steez can, the new Daiwa Steez SVF AGS Casting Rods are ultra sensitive, extremely lightweight and loaded with premium components. $579.99 - $599.99.

Comments: I have the CT 70 HSL On a custom Phenix K2712S and its the first setup I pick up with my Ned rigs on it and it's not as light as my Aldebaran, it this reel feels better, palms better, smoother and casts easier and the best part is I do not have to mess with tension knob casting light 1/16oz crappie jigs or 1/8oz Zman shrimpz whether I'm fresh or saltwater fishing. Have air bearings so I can throw light baits and Easier casting. I feel no issue with the 80mm handle. Will definitely be getting a bfs spool for freshwater and have the standard spool loaded with Sunline Sx1 10lb(about 150yds). Deals with casting adjust,ents and distance better than my Aldebaran and best part is I do not have to strip line out after the cast when I fish in 15-40ft which I do a lot. Drag is very smooth and I love the audible clicker it has just the Steez A. 4-10lb leaders depending if I'm fishing freshwater or inshore and have no problems. I don't throw anything heavier than 1/8 chin locks hook with 3'zman shrimpz and 10lb line for inshore. Have caught slot reds, drum and trout and flounder no issue. Personally I wouldn't put more than 10lb line, whether be braid or flouro because it's geared more for finesse fishing and smaller baits. If you fish a lot of baits under 3/16 and under...definitely this is a reel to have. Out the box it was casting a 1/16 panfish jig with 2' trailer, on the right rod Of course. I'd definitely save up and buy another.
From: Unknown 9/22/20
Comments: I run the Steez CT SV 70 8.1 ratio. This reel is smaller than most standard bass reels. Reason why I buy this reel is specifically for finesse applications such as bait finesse style. Definitely not a reel that one should be using for power horsing through mats, pads etc. The setup I run this reel on is a 6 feet rod medium heavy fast action custom build. I also use after market air bearings, and after market shallow spool in the 5 gram spool range. I fish 1 gram lures for trout, pan fish, and for bass, I rig weightless flukes on it. This reel is best for weightless small plastics lures in the 1 gram - 3 gram range. If you need a reel for power horsing, this is not the reel. Stick with the regular steez. This reel is target for super finesse applications. The best bait finesse reel currently in the market.
From: David: St. Paul 2/5/20

Comments: Guess Ill go first, Comparing the svtw to the Ct Both reels are on the same rods and both have tatsu 15lb flouro. Lets start with size.. Ct is smaller Duh. Very palmable and comforable.. Its size is about the same as the shimano aldebaron.. One issue i have with the Aldebaron is that the shaft is not long and when im palming it my finger keeps getting pinched between the reel and the star drag.. with the CT the shaft is of there standard size, there fore im able to get a better grip on it. Weight? its a wash. Casting? With light baits, like say a weightless senko or even a wacky set up weighing up to a 1/4 OZ the Ct has an advantage over the svtw.. If your throwing 1/2 traps? the svtw is the winner. Also to keep in mind the spool size, If i throw a 1/2 oz trap on the ct with 15 LB flouro i will spool the reel... As far as controlled casting? I feel like the svtw is a (less sensitive reel), What i mean is that with the CT i have to change the dial setting when i change my bait out, WIth the svtw its been a pretty much set it and forget.. Also a little more sensitive when casting in to the wind, Click the dial up one or two. Its of the same quality you would expect from a reel of this statue.. Pros? small,weight,palmable and casts like a dream Cons? Price!! the 80mm Handle. Oh also its salt approved, Idk what you going to catch with such a small spool. So for 700$ i have it and i like it but i just cant find where or how they have justified such a huge price increase... the svtw is just as good.

From:Olman: swfl 5/24/19

Daiwa Steez Blackjack Elite

Daiwa Steez Blackjack Rod And Reel

The Daiwa Steez is light in Weight but not in Sophistication (continued)

Real World Tests: Shimano versus Daiwa, Daiwa versus Shimano, no other mêlée seems to inspire as much fervor from anglers (with the possible exception of the discussions that ensue concerning custom rod brands), and with the Core Shimano goes for the jugular of what Daiwa does best, refined lightweight reels. We test the Steez for over a year and compare our original results to the long term tests, and then evaluate the Steez series versus the Core series. Our tests centered on a number of Northern California bodies of water including Berryessa, Sonoma, Pardee, and Clear Lake, as well as the California Delta.

The first fish we caught with the Steez, not a big one but just many that would be caught on this reel during a test that spanned seasons

Daiwa Steez Blackjack Trainer

Casting: The battle begins with casting tests. Daiwa gets bonus points immediately for external cast controls which make it easier to adjust cast controls for various baits on the fly. Shimano continues to rely on their proven VBS cast system, and makes it easier to change out settings with escape hatch trigger which drops down the sideplate for faster access to the brakes.

The Steez offers generous access to the spool

When it comes to actual casting we were surprised with how good of a caster the Core actually was. The Magnumlite spool has a very low startup inertia and it is possible to get baits going quickly with little effort. Daiwa’s own 7075 dimpled spool is not very different in that it features thin walls and a balanced core, only they add dimples to further reduce the weight. Though the Steez features Daiwa’s free floating spool design the Core consistently outcasted the Steez in our tests when it came to sheer distance, and if you really wanted to work the spool for maximum distance it is possible to physically remove the brake weights on the Core, though you better be an expert at casting if you don’t want a backlash on every cast. For normal use the Core also benefits from a tapered titanium levelwind insert which minimizes friction on the outcast.

The Steez feels more precise and refined than powerful

While the Core proved to be our distance winner the Steez proved to be better at short accurate casts like flipping and pitching. Here the Magforce excelled at applying just the right amounts of resistance at the tail end of the casts. (Round 1: Tie. This category is going to strongly depend on what you intend to use the reel for. If you plan to do a lot of plastics work then the Steez has what you are looking for, but if you plan on using the reel for wire and hardbaits the Core is going to make more sense. Both reels are relatively well rounded and can deliver on both sides of the spectrum but they definitely have unique areas that they excel in.)

Daiwa Steez Blackjack Bar

It is possible to adjust the Magforce cast controls with the same hand holding the rod by extending your thumb forward

Retrieve: It is in this category that the reels vary the most. Like most Daiwa reels the Steez emphasizes refinement and feel over power. The Steez is a marvelous reel when it comes to feel, never before has an angler felt so connected to the lure on the end of the line. Fishing plastics with the Steez seems natural, and with the new 100HA version it is possible to use the Steez as a serious cranking reel as well.

A turn of the screw releases the sideplate to access the spool

Still the 100HA does not feel as powerful as the Core when there is a large lure on the line. The Core on the other hand does not feel as refined as the Steez when it comes to retrieve but does feel more powerful both with a large lure or a fish in tow. Shimano manages this with their enlarged HEG (High Efficiency Gearing).