Shimano Cardiff 201A vs Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
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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

Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.79 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag3 kg - 6.61 lbs
Weight390 g - 13.76oz
Line retireve per crank95 cm / 37.40 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €109.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 S
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 201A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (95 cm / 37.40 inch). While Shimano Cardiff 201A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 201A and Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
- A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3 kg - 6.61 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 cm / 37.40 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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