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Product Comparison: Daiwa Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C) vs Shimano Stradic Ci4+ (STCI44000XGFB)

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Daiwa Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C) Freshwater Left/Right Hand Spinning Reel

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General Specifications

About the Product

The Ballistic LT series of spinning reels were designed lighter and stronger in a more compact package. The strength of the Zaion housing is an example of the LT design concept of Light but Tough.

Striking good looks, light weight with a solid feel, and an ultra smooth reeling experience combine to win the hearts of anglers around the globe.

Brand

Daiwa

Shimano

Model

Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C)

Stradic Ci4+ (STCI44000XGFB)

Origin

Japan

Key Specs

Type

Spinning

Reel Size

4000

Bearings

6 + 1

Mono Line Capacity

220/16, 160/20, 140/25

240/8, 200/10, 160/12

Braid Line Capacity

280/15, 170/30, 150/50

Type
Reel Size

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Daiwa Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C) Freshwater Left/Right Hand Spinning Reel

It is so light and smooth but it also has crazy power.
Very smooth, super light and handles large fish well.
This is the lightest spinning reel for all the features and line capacity of all that are out there its also saltwater capable.

Shimano Stradic Ci4+ (STCI44000XGFB) Spinning Fishing Reel With Front Drag

Braided fishing line with an 8 pound test fluorocarbon leader for high country lake and stream fishing and the reel worked flawlessly and smoothly.
Very satisfied. Using it with Suffix 832 Braid with Seaguard fluro; casting is a real pleasure.
It will cast without difficulty and helps reduce line twist due to the process it uses when retrieving the line.
The retrieve is effortless and the bail as close to effortless as I have experienced.
The light weight, effortless action, and good balance make this a sweet reel to use throughout a long day of fishing.

Size & Weight

Height

5 in.

6.6 in.

Weight

7.9 oz.

8.1 oz.

Width

3 in.

5.2 in.

Depth

3 in.

3.6 in.

Drag

Max Drag

26.4 lb.

24 lb.

Drag Type

Front Drag

Drag Adjustment

Lever

Drag Material

Carbon Fiber

What customers say about "Drag"

Daiwa Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C) Freshwater Left/Right Hand Spinning Reel

The reel has performed perfectly, having a smooth drag and taking up enough line per revolution to quickly subdue bass.
They are very light, smooth, and have a very good drag.
Drag is as good as the Cabo and reels as smooth as the Stradic, while being lighter.
Drag is smooth and it is able to pull good sized fish into the boat.

Shimano Stradic Ci4+ (STCI44000XGFB) Spinning Fishing Reel With Front Drag

Buttery smooth for reel and drag. Yes they are not cheap, but this is a really nice reel.
Reel performed flawlessly. Lightweight and quiet with a great drag. Fought deep water snags on lindy rigs in strong current and drag never wavered.
I love this reel. I never have line twist! Very smooth and strong drag.
Excellent reel. Love it. Have caught a ton of fish with no issues. Drag works awesome.
Awesome reel. Smooth. Good drag. Light as a feather.

Features

Gear Ratio

5.2 : 1

6.2 : 1

Retrieve Rate

32.5 in.

39 in.

Anti-Reverse Feature

Yes

Type Of Crank

Double-grip

Single-grip

Reel Handle Position

Left / Right

Extras

Machined Aluminum Alloy DIGIGEAR, Air Rotor, Magnetic Oil, Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings

G Free Body, Magnumlite Rotor, Hagane Gear, X-Ship, Core Protect

What customers say about "Features"

Daiwa Ballistic LT (BLSLT4000D-C) Freshwater Left/Right Hand Spinning Reel

This reel even though its a fast retrieve, is so smooth it hard to imagine how Daiwa did it.
It weighs less than my penn 4000. My hands and back feel great even after casting and casting for hours.
Light, very light, and does its job. Need more fishing time to tell its durability.
Received on time. Good quality just as stated in description

Shimano Stradic Ci4+ (STCI44000XGFB) Spinning Fishing Reel With Front Drag

It also has their Hagane gear and Hagane body, which minimizes flex when reeling - giving you more power.
Excellent little reel. 20 lb test braid on it, 9 ft Zebaq rod. Dream to fish. Smooth, light, powerful, comfortable paddle grip. Nothing but positives.
Use for trout, red fish and flounder. No problems around salt water, just clean up afterwards.
They are very light, and handle turns effortlessly as if there is no rotor.
This is what shimano calls their Magnumlite rotor. It has X-Ship, which gives your tremendous cranking power when reeling.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer warranty

1 year(s)

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Manufacturer

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