Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX vs Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

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Shimano Cardiff XR, C2000SHG, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, CDFXRC2000SHG
Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SHG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10710-455
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
Seafishing
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.88 out of 10
Ergonomics5.51 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Conclusion

Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX clearly outshines Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) and total score (8.63 out of 10). While Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R?

Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX

  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

  • With a premium bearing count of 3 scoring 5 out of 10, our reel offers a high-end smoothness and durability, ready for all different environments