Shimano Talica II 12IIAX vs Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X

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Shimano Talica II, 12IIA, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, TAC12IIA
Shimano Talica II
Multireels
86.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight730g / 25.75oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €519.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size12IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/350
Penn 2020 Clash II , 1000, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522155
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
67.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank56 centimeter / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/255

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 12IIAX edges out Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (6) and the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch). Still, Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a weight of 200g / 7,05oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Talica II and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Shimano Talica II 12IIAX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (6), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time

Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,05oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.