Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
85.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1/2.3:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight980g / 34.57oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €264.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20II
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/470

Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size501 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX edges out Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1/2.3:1) and the maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). Still, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch and a weight of 410g / 14,46oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Tekota?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 20IIX
- Higher gear ratio of 5.2:1/2.3:1 (scoring 9.4 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX
- Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
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