Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
59.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio7.0:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight323g / 11.39oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €208.50
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/280

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and ball bearings (6). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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