Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX
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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.6 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.20
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-CXH
- 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 3000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX 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 3000D-CXHX
- 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 great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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