Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX
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Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
77.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €979.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size80
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435
Conclusion
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX edges out Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (155g / 5,47oz) and the gear ratio (5.1:1). Still, Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Penn International VISW?
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX
- 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
- With a score like 8.97 out of 10 (155g / 5,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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