Shimano Talica II 16IIAX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

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
Weight750g / 26.46oz
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 size16IIA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 30/275

Penn Squall II Levelwind
Multireels
66.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio4:9:1
Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs
Weight530g / 18.7oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €138.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20 LW LC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29
Conclusion
Shimano Talica II 16IIAX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 16IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Talica II and Penn Squall II Levelwind?
Shimano Talica II 16IIAX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX
- A gear ratio of 4:9:1 (scoring 6.11 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
- Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (530g / 18,7oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
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