Shimano TLD II A 50 II LRSAX vs Daiwa BG 8000X

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Shimano TLD II A

Multireels

88.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.5:1 / 1.4:1

Maximum drag42kg / 92.59lbs

Weight1625g / 57.32oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €285.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50 II LRSA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa BG

Spinning

68.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight850g / 29.98oz

Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €129.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500

Conclusion

Shimano TLD II A 50 II LRSAX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 8000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (42kg / 92,59lbs) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Daiwa BG 8000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TLD II A 50 II LRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TLD II A and Daiwa BG?

Shimano TLD II A 50 II LRSAX

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (42kg / 92,59lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery