Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX vs Daiwa BG 8000X

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Shimano Talica 25II CAM

Multireels

25ii Camx

95.00 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

Weight950g / 33.51oz

Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25II CAM
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 Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 8000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs) and line retrieve per crank (104cm / 56cm). While Daiwa BG 8000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Talica 25II CAM and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104cm / 56cm), this reel is built for quick line recovery