Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX
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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €299.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €204.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the weight (195g / 6,88oz). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 22kg / 48,5lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-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 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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