Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX vs Shimano Cardiff 301A
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Daiwa 24 TDR QD
Feeder And Match
84.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings8+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €229.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3012QD
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Cardiff 301A
Multireels
34.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight252g / 8.89oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €88.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size301
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180
Conclusion
Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 24 TDR QD and Shimano Cardiff 301A?
Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
- This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
Shimano Cardiff 301A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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