Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
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Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €979.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size80
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.3 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
- 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 great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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