Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size501 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.3 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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