Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Mitchell 308 PRO
Spinning
2000x
50.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight239g / 8.43oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandMITCHELL
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €56.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano Cardiff 401A
Multireels
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.24 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight337g / 11.89oz
Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €95.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size401
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds
Conclusion
Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (6,4kg / 14,11lbs) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Mitchell 308 PRO and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Mitchell 308 PRO 2000X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (6,4kg / 14,11lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- 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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