Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €168.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-

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 Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Torium 16HGAL / 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 Torium 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
- A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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