Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX
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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 24 LUVIAS LT
Spinning
88.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €329.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT?
Shimano Cardiff 301A
- A 7 out of 10 (4 A-RB + 1 RB) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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