Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX
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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €181.70
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.51 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight520g / 18.34oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €154.10
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size25N
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 315/0.32
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Penn Squall II Conventional?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
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