Daiwa BG 8000X vs Shimano Talica II 10IIX

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Daiwa BG, 8000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-800
Daiwa BG
Spinning
68.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €129.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500
Shimano Talica II, 10II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, TAC10II
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 BG 8000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa BG 8000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano Talica II?

Daiwa BG 8000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

  • At a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
  • Scoring 8.27 out of 10 (520g / 18,34oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery