What's The Better Reel: The Daiwa BG or BG MQ? 

That's awesome!

Keep in mind you will need to send out the MQ if it needs service. That's why I stuck with my BGs. I could see the Certate or Saltiga being sent out for service but not for a reel less than $300

Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for the feedback!

I agree but mqs are sweet as hell tho

Ohh no doubt! The MQ reels are a work of craftsmanship but I would only send out the Certate or Saltiga for service. I can't see sending a reel for less than $300 out for service.

Why can't you service it yourself?

@@eves08109why not?

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On what size beach rod are you using your 8000?

Thanks for sharing!

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and for the checking it out!

@@Saltstrong I am a Daiwa lifer now because of you guys always sharing and putting the information out . I started out with a Saltist 4500 beef cake reel I reeled in and found . Cleaned it up , pressure wash , wire brush , etc and still have that reel and set up with the same braid that was on it when I reeled it in from the mud that day like 3 yrs ago . Then went Fuego then BG MQ. My life has been changed . So thank you Salt Strong

Awesome feedback!

Thanks for the feedback!

That is true, very hard to find these days but there are some great companies and products out there!

True but these days with supply chain problems some parts are not available. Finding a shops with a skilled reel tech is next to impossible .

Very nice!

Which lb/kg braid do you run on your 4000’s?

@@davey9738 usually 30lbs to 40lbs

​@@saulbibasyou could target a lot bigger fish with that setup

Thanks for watching!

I think BG SW it is just JDM version of old BG. Only the sizes have been changed to match the new size range.

Maybe in the future!

That’s what I want to know also. Looking to buy MQ, then I saw the SW.

Thanks for the feedback, we haven't heard or experienced this on this reel.

@@Saltstrong Not likely you would--or will. Until it is dunked which none of us plan to do, and usually do not do. It is a non sealed system.

Don’t put penn reel in that conversation

@@jayzhou104 why not?

Shimano Stradic wins hands down.. in terms of overall build quality, butter smoothness and looks 😍👌... but Daiwa BG MQ also a good reel.

They did make a video cross/comparing those reels: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-V0mQvgxaILM.html

Yes the Stradic is but the BGs are great reels.

It's because of the fat gearset. Sometimes they don't mesh perfectly out of the box, but do wear in 4 5 months down the road.

Thanks for the question. Check out the product pages on our website and you can see the line capacity for each model: BG MQ - fishstrong.com/collections/reels/products/daiwa-bg-mq-series-spinning-reel?variant=38199193436334 BG - fishstrong.com/collections/reels/products/daiwa-black-gold?variant=32601545211989 Hope that helps!

Great question! Make sure to ask this over in the Community (www.saltstrong.com/) where the coaches spend their time.

Thanks for the question! Please visit the full blog on our website and post your question there for Justin to respond directly. You can find it here: www.saltstrong.com/articles/daiwa-bg-or-bg-mq/

A surf reel around 4500-6000 will match well with that rod

6500 LC Penn Spinnfisher.50# to 60 # braid .

Good info

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​@@Saltstrong that is always a no good answer…. just answer the question. You are promoting the reel…. have or get the facts rather than bait people to join your apps

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@@Saltstrong that is always a no good answer…. Last month I just bought the HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by SaltStrong Fuego 2500 on the HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by SaltStrong TFO 7’6” Medium Fast rod. 1st day worked great once I got past the wind knots, 2nd day I noticed a little click when retrieving line and a little harder to reel, yesterday the damn thing would almost not reel at all. Pulled the spool, sprayed with water, a little easier but last night couldn’t get it to reel in at all even with the spool off. Sending it back. May do the Stradic

Yes man,why not

Thanks for checking the video out!

It's not really overpriced but not having the ability to service it is a deal breaker for me.

Thanks for your feedback.

Minus the lack of serviceability...have those fishermen had time on the water with the MQs? I've owned my 3000s for over a year now and it still feels Brand New, and that's after 100+ Redfish 🤷‍♂️

@@Jritchey1211 how much is daiwa paying you? The BG mq isn't all its touted to be. For that 200+ range it reaches into penn slammer and shimano saragosa money. Could even make a case for competing against the larger sized spheros who is the runt child of the saragosa. The stradic SW is in the same price range aswell. We all know saragossas have legendary status for their durability and have ipx8 ratings. Also why does daiwa have soo many reels competing in a similar price range: Ssaltist, ballistic, BG MQ, back bay. Really dumb in my opinion.

@@fuq584 Easy there, Buddy. There's no money to be gained in sharing my personal experience with one brand or another. There is No Sponsorship, No "Kickback" involved whatsoever. My statement is simply based on my on the water experience. I have wonderful things to say about other brands too (Shimano, Penn, Florida Fishing Products, even 13 Fishing). From what I gather, your engagement is based on either 1 of 2 things: 1.) You have a personal dislike of this brand for X, Y or Z reason or 2.) You're unhappy, and just like to feed into negativity. Otherwise, why comment at all? It accomplishes nothing in the grand scheme of things. Honestly, that's fine either way. You're entitled to your opinion. All I can share is my personal experience. And it looks like all you can do is spread shade over another brand because...well, beats me. I just feel sorry for you. How about this: you fish with whatever you like to fish with, and I'll fish with whatever I like to fish with. And we won't keep kicking each other in the shin here, because that doesn't do either of us any good and wastes both of our times. Tight Lines, Dude 🤙

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Sounds like a plan!

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Thanks for sharing!