Shimano Talica II 10IIX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

Shimano Talica II

Multireels

88.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.53 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €420.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/270

Penn International VISW

Multireels

64.70 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.98 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1

Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs

Weight3205g / 113.05oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €979.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size80
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 10IIX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in weight (520g / 18,34oz) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 10IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Talica II and Penn International VISW?

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

At a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
Scoring 8.27 out of 10 (520g / 18,34oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.