Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Talica II 12IIAX
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Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
65.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

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 clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.68 out of 10). While Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 12IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano Talica II?
Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.17 out of 10 (275g / 9,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Talica II 12IIAX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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