Spinning Reels
Daiwa Crossfire LT

Daiwa Crossfire LT Review

78
Rated 77.5/100 overall based on feedback from 1 users
Smoothness
8
Drag Quality
6
Casting
7
Reel Value
10
Superb

The Daiwa Crossfire LT spinning reel is loved by all its users. This reel is extremely affordable, but offers impressive performance in all key attributes - a must have if you're looking for a quick spinning setup.

Estimated price: $39
  • Available in 1000, 2000, 2500, 3000, and more sizes
  • Available ratios: 5.2:1 and 5.3:1
  • 2 ball bearings
  • Carbon housing

Summarized feedback from Bass Anglers

Reasons to buy

  • Carbon light body is 20% lighter than the original Crossfire
  • Many have a problem with the 2 ball bearings, but this isn't a huge worry - these ball bearings are of serious quality and provide smoothness in the key components
  • Smooth and tough drag system
  • Features Daiwa's DigiGear system - a huge success in the LT series
  • Impressive casting, even with finesse presentations
  • This reel will handle large fish comfortably
  • Machine cut handle is thinner and lighter, providing positive torque
  • Many anglers say this is the best reel in this price region, by a long way

Reasons not to buy

  • This reel won't be as smooth as more expensive options
  • Some anglers have had issues with low line capacity

Reviews from our Readers

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77.5/100
1 users
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Smoothness
8
Drag Quality
6
Casting
7
Reel Value
10
Overall rating
78
Reviewed by: Pete
Oct 29, 2022
Still can't get over the price of this reel. I'll be adding more! Perfect for newbies looking to take on bass fishing.

Bottom Line

The Crossfire LT has racked up overwhelmingly positive reviews. Almost every angler has stated that this reel is a steal for its price, and will outperform any competitor near its number. It will work comfortably with several techniques, making this a versatile option. This is a must have if you're looking to get a quick spinning setup going.

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About the brand

Daiwa played a key role in the development of new materials in fishing gear. Daiwa was the first manufacturer in the world to incorporate graphite to both reel bodies and rotors. They also began using densely packed carbon fibers for fishing rods, which created a whole new outlook on rod development.

Daiwa's innovative personality has changed the whole ideology of fishing gear development, and has led to them becoming arguably the biggest name in all fishing. Daiwa also became extremely big in the bass industry, and have some of the most premier reels and rods in their collection.

Some professionals who work with Daiwa:

  • Brandon Palaniuk
  • Brent Ehrler
  • Cody Meyer
  • Jared Lintner

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