Shimano Aero BB C5000X vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX
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Shimano Aero BB
Spinning
41.50 out of 100
Value for money2 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €64.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
82.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1/3.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16II
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/440
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX clearly outshines Shimano Aero BB C5000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.27 out of 10). While Shimano Aero BB C5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Aero BB and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
- Exceptional value at €219.33, this reel offers impressive performance for the price, making it a top pick for serious multireels anglers and pros
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