Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X
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Shimano Cardiff 301A
Multireels
34.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight252g / 8.89oz
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 size301
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/285. 0.30/235, 0.40/40 lb/yds:12/230, 14/180

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
55.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight365g / 12.88oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €59.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeLT6000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 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
- 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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