Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX vs Shimano Talica II 10IIX

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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

Shimano Talica II

Multireels

88.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.53 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €420.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/270

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 10IIX edges out Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (6) and the line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). Still, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a ergonomics of 6.48 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Shimano Talica II?

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

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Scoring 8 out of 10 (6), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.