Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X
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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 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
64.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €70.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000S-XH(U)
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X
- 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 drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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