Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX vs Shimano TLD 20X
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Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €743.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Shimano TLD
Seafishing
63.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio3.6:1
Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs
Weight668g / 23.56oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €179.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano TLD 20X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano TLD 20X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Shimano TLD?
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
Shimano TLD 20X
- Scoring 8.09 out of 10 (668g / 23,56oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- A line retrieval (per crank) of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
- A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance
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