Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX
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Shimano Cardiff 201A
Multireels
35.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank61cm / 24.01 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €88.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size201
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/315. 0.25/255, 0.30/195 lb-yds: 8/230, 10/210, 14/120

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 39.0 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-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
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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