Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX vs Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X
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Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.89 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight545g / 19.22oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €169.70
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
76.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €365.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (3kg / 6,61lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Shimano Twin Power FD?
Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
Shimano Twin Power FD 1000X
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
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