Shimano TLD 2-Speed Conventional Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	SHIMANO
Material	Graphite
Color	Black
Handle Material	Aluminum
Item Weight	1 Kilograms

product features

The Shimano TLD20IIA 2-Speed Offshore Lever Drag Fishing Reels are powerful; light and durable
Each Shimano TLD-IIA reel features Shimano's patented 2-speed shifting mechanism and A-RB anti-rust bearings; along with unique handles to provide comfort and fish-fighting advantages
The A-RB bearings provide the corrosion resistance needed for saltwater use
Anglers will appreciate the cranking ease of the ergonomic Power Handle on the 20 and 30 size reels; and the offset ergonomic Power Grip on the 50 size reels
The TLD reels are light in hand; so easy to shift they're almost mindless; and they're adaptable to any number of Bluewater species from tuna to striped marlin

product description

The Shimano TLD-IIA Reels are powerful; light and durable. Each Shimano TLD-IIA reel features Shimanos patented 2-speed shifting mechanism and A-RB anti-rust bearings; along with unique handles to provide comfort and fish-fighting advantages. The A-RB bearings provide the corrosion resistance needed for saltwater use. Anglers will appreciate the cranking ease of the ergonomic Power Handle on the 20 and 30 size reels; and the offset ergonomic Power Grip on the 50 size reels.Construction features on all four reels include stamped graphite frames; graphite side plates; an aluminum spool; a loud clicker and rod clamp. From an angling perspective; every individual who has owned and enjoyed using Shimano tackle has a reason to thank a Japanese visionary named Shozaburo Shimano; who in 1921 declared â€œI aim to make Shimano's products the best in Kansai; then the best in Japan; and finally the best in the world." For over 80 years; Shimano has concentrated on precision engineering; one step at a time. Creating the most innovative products and processes you can hold in your hand today.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Yes
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 2.2 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 0068-1327
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 8, 2008
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ South Bend
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B001446VL8

important information

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Questions about Shimano TLD 2-Speed Conventional Reel

If I want 50# braid line spoole to this reel how much it will cost me? And what rod fit this reel?

Answer: 700 yards of 50 pound braid could cost upto $200

How many yards of braid 100#?

Answer: 600 plus

Which one of these models would be considered a 50 wide?

Answer: tld 50 lrsa

This is the 50lrsa correct? In description it says it only has 23lbs of drag...

Answer: What I received was a 50lrsa. I use it for my planer rod and pull a #16 old salty with mine. Only spool it half way and you'll double the drag.

Answer: 50 has 42lbs max drag 30 has 33 lbs max drag 20 has 22lbs of max drag select which reel you want 50 is like 335.00 $

Answer: Yes it is. The max Drag is 29 lbs.

Whats the difference in specs between the tld 50ii a vs tld 50ii lrsa

Answer: lrsa has more drag capability

Has anyone used the reel for yelowfin tuna in the Bahamas?

Answer: I have used it for yellowfin tuna off San Diego and Baja California. However, the largest tuna I landed with this reel was about 50-pounds. The reel works great. I also use the TLD 30 series reel with 50-pound test line...

Answer: I have fished a lot of yelowfin tuna in Panama Rep. it is very easy with this reel

Answer: No i have not used on halibut good reel

Is this available in left handed?

Answer: i need it in left hand

Answer: I would assume so, check shimano

Answer: no

When i place the item into my cart, the item description changes to a " shimano tld triton lever drag reel 20/700". which item is actually shipped?

Answer: Not the reel in the photo. I returned mine because of it.

Do these reels come with the clamps to clamps them to the rod?

Answer: the 30 and 50 do, the 15 and 20 might not

recommended rod for a Shimano TLD 20 2 speed

Answer: 20 to 50 pound

What type of drag system is the shimano 2 speed tld 30iia?

Answer: lever and very smooth

2 speed reel has two gear ratios what are they (shimano tld 2 speed convventional reel)

Answer: High is something like 3.4:1

What is the rate of retrieve

Is this the tld 50 lrsa like the picture? does it come spooled with line?

Answer: This reel does not come with line, Due to many different types and breaking strains line depending what you are using the reel for.

Is it made in Japan or Canada

what is the difference between the shimano tld 2 speed conventional reel and the shimano tld30iia 2speed trolling reel? thank you.

Answer: the size of the reel. TLD come in sizes 15, 20, and 25 size single speed. 20 2speed ,30 2 speed, 50 2 speed, 50 2 lrsa has the most drag power.

Answer:

Answer: I am sorry I am not familiar with the tld30iia reel, so I cannot make a comparison.

Is this reel come with a braid line?

Answer: Good Morning.. You can request the Reel be spooled, however there is a cost depending on what is selected

Could be use for trolling?? could i use a monofilament 60 pound tested line? how many yards takes for that line???

Answer: Good Evening....My apologies for the delay -- I've been fishing. This reel is made for trolling and it will take approximately 550 Yards of 60 Pound test monofilament line and 1095 yards of 60# power pro line. I have 2 for sale. I hope that this helps.

Answer: Yes , it is a great trolling rod, yes you can use 60 lb. monofilament and I am not exactly sure how much line I have on mine, somewhere around 500 yds

Answer: I have 500 meter 140 lb braided line from FyshFlyer on the reel works perfect.

Answer: Yes can be used for trolling and I've got 60lb mono. I use mine for trolling and chunking off the Delaware coast.

Does the reel come with any extra rings or a plate for a place to clip a small carabiner to have on a rope in case someone drops the rod overboard ?

Answer: I know the 50 had a clip built right in on the bracket that connects the reel to the rod I believe it was the same on the 30

Answer: The reel usually comes with hardware for mounting the reel to a pole. The two holes, visible in photo, are to accommodate attachment to a fighting belt or harness.

Answer: Yes , There are 2 rings on top of the reel to use.

Answer: We clip ours to a leash on the same ring you would use for clipping into a harness. There are only those two rings.

Answer: the rod clamp has a spot for a clip

Answer: Yes

When I go to check out, it adds $15 shipping. Title says free shipping. Please explain.

Answer: Click on free shipping.

Where is it made?

Answer: japan ...like other quality shimano fishing gear

Answer: Japan?

When I order do I get a tld50 or is it a tld50lrsa?

Answer: Mine was a TLD50.

Anyone know why most level drags don't have line guides, or even line counrters?

Answer: shimano LD 1000 charter special is a lever drag level wind reel. but no line counter

What rod do you use for this reel?

Answer: I use TLD 30's with a medium size rod for offshore trolling for tuna or dolphin, mine are 6' or 6.5' in length

Anyone use this reel with a deep diver ? Down to 40ft

Answer: Yes

You don't say want size the real is just tld 2-speed conventional reel. these reels come in multiple sizes it a 20? 50? seems misleaing.

Is the reel the tld 50 lrsa as pictured?

Answer: Look at part number not picture. I have seem incorrect pictures.

Answer: YES IT IS

What is the gear ratio on the to speeds

Answer: 3.5:1 in high gear, 1.4:1 in low gear

Concerning the tld2011a, it states 20 lb. 700 yds. can heavier line (braid) be used without damaging reel?

Answer: Braid will not damage the reel!!! You will need to put some monofilament line on the reel first and then attach the braid with an appropriate knot, because the braid is slippery line and will slide on the reel without the monofilament line as a base

Answer: Thirty pound mono no problem.

I see this is discontinued. What has replced it? Is this product returnable?

How is casing on this reel? i have the regular tld25 and i can’t cast very well.

Answer: Casing is great. Reel is not made for casting , made for trolling.

Answer: I would not but this reel to use as a casting reel. It's built like the TLD 25. I only use it dropping bait or trolling.

Answer: These reels are made for casting. Trolling reels.

Answer: lever drags generally do not cast as well as star drags

Answer: I don;t know. I have only sed the reel for trolling.

Answer: The TLD 25 isn't really a casting rig; it's designed more for trolling.

Hi, is this a Shimano TLD 30 2 speed? The photo does not match.

The price is listed from $208 to $1060 which reel is $208

Answer: Probably the 20 size

Are all sizes/prices the told 50 lrsa?

Answer: For the used reels that I am selling, they are both 50 LRSA models.

hola, qué tamaño es el reel TLD que dice 37? solo sale el 20, pero la otra opción que actualmente dice 37 qué significa?

Is this reel good for casting

Is there a way to get level wind on the reel

is that 80/450 a shimano 50lrsa?

Answer: Yes

How many lbs of drag?

Answer: 35 on the 50

what size of reel is this?

Answer: It's a 50 it can take 400 yards of 80 pound test

there are four sizes shown 20 lb 40 lb the tld 50 and 80 lb what is the price for each model reel the ad appears wrong?

Is this reel two speed?

Answer: Yes this is a two speed reel...

Answer: Yes....2 speed

Answer: Yes, two speed. Easy to shift gears too.

Answer: Yes, it is. There are a botton that changes de velocity.

Answer: Yes

Que medida es el reel que dice 37?

Is this available in left handed?

Answer: i need it in left hand

Answer: I would assume so, check shimano

Answer: no

Hi, is this a Shimano TLD 30 2 speed? The photo does not match.

It's right Handel and the size 50 ?

Answer: Yes, it is a 50 class reel and right side handle, I own 4 and have never had any issues in 5 seasons.

Hi how is the 80 working because i see it discontinued by manufacture

Answer: Unless you are fishing for sharks and giant tuna or marlin, you dont need an 80.

Answer: The Shimano works just fine. I have not had any problems with it whatsoever. In fact i wish I would have a few more instead of my Penn 50's

Is the 234.44 a tld 30a two speed

Is this reel come with the braid line

Answer: Reel does not come with any line on it.

Answer: It doesn't come with any line I bought it separate ,and yes I used spider wire.

Answer: No

Answer: No it doesn't

Answer: No it does not

Are the ball bearings the same in a shimano tld20iia and a tld30iia reel

Product reviews of Shimano TLD 2-Speed Conventional Reel

fishnando : Love this reel!

Second time I purchased this model. First lasted a long time. Liked it smooch I got it again

Amazon Customer : Todo bien

Great for Sailfish.

Linda S Moore : Five Stars

LOve these Reels

charles hollom : Great

Great reel. Had to buy from somewhere else

JAMES Y. GANAHA : outstanding!

thanks for great looking Shimano TLD50II reel that came with 50# braided line. I absolute love this great looking reel and looking forward to catch many fishes coming kingfish season. I will take good care of this reel and plan to own it for many years through good maintenance and periodic service after each fishing trip. Again, thanks. Jim

Richard Mead : Five Stars

as advertised

Bruno : Five Stars

Superb!

James Quann : Great reels.

Already bought one from you. Great reels.

D : Worth the Money

Always a good deal. Great reel.

Carl Santti : Five Stars

great reel, will use it soon

Richard Mead : Five Stars

as advertised

JPAnderson : Great Saltwater Reel!

Have this reel for over 10 years, got this for one of my sons.
Fast service at a great price.

Thank!

Ken Ward : Five Stars

Hope my wife doesn't see this but NICE reels!

Richard P. Crowe : Nice light-weight reel with 2 speed gears

I use this reel with 80 pound braid and a topshot of 50 pound monofilament to troll for West Coast tuna and other pelagic species. I replaced a Penn International 50 (old model single speed) with this reel and I am quite happy with it. I don't go on long range trips anymore (I am 75) and the weight and two speed capability of this reel really helps me. Gearing down to low gear gives me a 1.7 gear ratio which, IMO, can battle any tuna I expect to catch locally. Fifty pound test with a drag of about 15 to 16 pounds is all I am willing to fish with these days. This reel can be modified with a Tiburon frame for heavier action but the way it came from the factory is fine for me! I did, however, have after market bearings installed at Ken's Reel Service, Oceanside, CA, to increase the casting ability. However, I did not cast with it as it came from the factory so I cannot judge the improvement if any. However, about all that I cast with this reel is live mackerel to get the bait away from the boat.

Cory Norfleet : Five Stars

Great reel, came in sooner than expected.

Alberto torres : Fishing

Yes I like

James Quann : Great reels.

Already bought one from you. Great reels.

Richard Mead : Five Stars

as advertised

jack morgan : A misleading waste of time!

The picture shown is a Tyrons not a TLD this is misleading, ether by entent or by mistake, return was easy.

AM : Not very satisfied!

I like how it was delivered fast but the product that I received was not exactly the same as the picture I ordered. The handle was totally different. Is there any reason why the handle is not the same?

D : Worth the Money

Always a good deal. Great reel.

Chris I. : Five Stars

heavy duty gear. this is the real deal reel.

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