Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X vs Shimano Cardiff 401A
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Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
75.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €185.20
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

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
Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.61 out of 10) and maximum drag (4,5kg / 9,92lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- 6.29 out of 10 (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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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