Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Delphin CarbonIX 2000X

Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
72.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €184.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000XGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Delphin CarbonIX
Spinning
49.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.88 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €42.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/227
Conclusion
Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Delphin CarbonIX 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Delphin CarbonIX?
Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Delphin CarbonIX 2000X
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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