Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
66.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight415g / 14.64oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €743.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX edges out Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 13kg / 28,66lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano 20 Stella?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX
- 6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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