Shimano Cardiff 301A vs Delphin ELIXIR 5000X
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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

Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.04 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight288g / 10.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €20.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/450
Conclusion
Delphin ELIXIR 5000X clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 301A, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.0:1) and total score (5.25 out of 10). While Shimano Cardiff 301A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Delphin ELIXIR 5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 301A and Delphin ELIXIR?
Delphin ELIXIR 5000X
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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