Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX vs Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
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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

Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.79 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag3 kg - 6.61 lbs
Weight390 g - 13.76oz
Line retireve per crank95 cm / 37.40 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €109.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 S
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100
Conclusion
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX edges out Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.61 out of 10) and the weight (525g / 18,52oz). Still, Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.8:1 and a ball bearings of 4 Shielded Stainless Steel, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX
- 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.
Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
- A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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