Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

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-

Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
57.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.79 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs
Weight345 g - 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank92 cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €109.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 S
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag, offering significantly better performance in weight (165g / 5,82oz) and durability (8.6 out of 10). While Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag 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 Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- 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.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
- 8.7 out of 10 (92 cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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