Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 8II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM8II
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
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 1000D-XH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-106
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €180.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a durability of 8.61 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.13 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

  • 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