Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX
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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

Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €261.70
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500X-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 106 centimeter / 41.73 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX
- 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 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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