Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX vs Shimano Talica II 12IIAX

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Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 2000S-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-201
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
76.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Shimano Talica II, 12IIA, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, TAC12IIA
Shimano Talica II
Multireels
86.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight730g / 25.75oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €519.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size12IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/350

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 12IIAX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a weight of 180g / 6,35oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Shimano Talica II?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-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 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.