Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX vs Shimano Cardiff 201A
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Daiwa Regal LT
Spinning
54.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

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 Regal LT 2500 DX 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 Regal LT 2500 DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa Regal LT and Shimano Cardiff 201A?
Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX
- 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
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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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