Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Talica II 10IIX

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Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

75.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €198.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano Talica II

Multireels

88.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.53 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €420.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/270

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 10IIX edges out Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a ball bearings of 8, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Shimano Talica II?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.