Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa RX LT
Spinning
58.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings2
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €32.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200

Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
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 size201
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120
Conclusion
Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa RX LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX
- 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
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano Cardiff 201A
- 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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