Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Cardiff 301A
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Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €17.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m

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
Both Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Cardiff 301A score below average overall, indicating some compromises in total score, and durabilitymaximum drag. If you must choose between them, Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag offers a slight edge in gear ratio, while Shimano Cardiff 301A may still be worth considering depending on specific preferences.
What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Cardiff 301A?
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
- 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
- 8.7 out of 10 (92cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Shimano Cardiff 301A
- With a top weight score of 9.16 out of 10 (252g / 8.89oz), this reel keeps your setup light and responsive
- 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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