Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II

Multireels

67.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.53 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1

Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs

Weight525g / 18.52oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200

Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF

Spinning

51.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.5:1

Maximum drag-

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandCORMORAN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX edges out Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.61 out of 10) and the maximum drag (8kg / 17,64lbs). Still, Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.5:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Cormoran Seacor Pilk 5PiF?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

At a maximum drag of 8kg / 17,64lbs (scoring 5 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
Scoring 8.25 out of 10 (525g / 18,52oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.