Shimano Torium 20PGAX vs Daiwa BG 5000X
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.87 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight560g / 19.75oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €286.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20PGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/384

Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €115.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 20PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Daiwa BG 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 20PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa BG?
Shimano Torium 20PGAX
- With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
- Scoring 8.13 out of 10 (560g / 19,75oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
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