Piscifun Carbon X II vs Piscifun Carbon X - Episode 5 of 5 on the Piscifun line of Spinning Reels

The Piscifun Carbon X II is the spinning reel priced $20 more than the Piscifun Carbon X in the Piscifun line of spinning reels. I assess the differences between the Carbon X 2 and the Carbon X to check the additional value. I take a look at it and do tests on the drag, line spooling, and see how the design supports long distance casting. This is the fifth episode in a playlist that looks at the entire line of Piscifun spinning reels. My apologies to Piscifun on pronunciation! The name of the company is pronounced, "Pee-see-fun."
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[@LowkeyAkuto]

Ive recently gotten into Ultra light fishing and have been looking into these two models! Thank you!

[@charlieboutin3341]

Great information! Thanks Steve. Have a great and safe Memorial Day weekend my friend. Best wishes to you and your family. 🇺🇸

[@KayakhacksFishing]

Same back to you! My thoughts are with all those who served.

[@MrHarryson1985]

Well done, I was wondering as I own both. Outstanding reels IMO. I have several Piscifun products and they don't miss.

[@KayakhacksFishing]

Totally agree!

[@Larry77777]

Hey Steve: Thanks so much for these Piscifun 3000 series spinning reels 5 episodes/comparisons (As you may know, I'm into kayak bass fishing in freshwater.) For same money, I'd buy two Vipers instead of one Carbon X 2. That said, the casting distance of the Carbon X 2 was indeed superior.

[@KayakhacksFishing]

I have the Carbon X 2 video coming out later. The casting was amazing at 64 yards

[@daviddura1172]

I own one of each in 1000 series Fish with light to medium light rods Love them both

[@KayakhacksFishing]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@stevestolle5009]

Very good reviews just outstanding! I own a Viper 3000 and a Carbon X 2 3000 reels. They both seem very good but it is sick how far the Carbon X 2 will cast. I have actually ordered another Carbon X 2 to verify they cast that good. I never knew a reel could impact casting distance so much . My results match yours though i amgaining several feet per cast. It has enabled me to fish structures I could not reach before. Have you found out why they cast so well?

[@KayakhacksFishing]

Right on!

[@larryohara6513]

Are the diameters of the spools the same? That could account for the distance differences.

[@KayakhacksFishing]

Good question. I will have to check.

[@user-mv2qe7os8q]

Got size 1000 ,it doesn't hav a anti-reverse lever since I back reel when I hook a fish I can't use this reel. I'm sending it back.reel at this price should hav that feature

[@KayakhacksFishing]

I understand - good point

[@dylanclay2741]

Thats just something else to break. You're lost kid

[@Man_Whale]

The carbon x 2 has double sealed bearings yet it isn't salt water rated? Wouldn't the double sealed bearings be better for saltwater? I'm confused, any help clarifying would be appreciated.

[@KayakhacksFishing]

I think it is the actual material used in the gears, etc. that makes the difference.

[@gennerobootz6490]

Are these reels good for salt water?

[@KayakhacksFishing]

When I was doing the video, I asked that question. Picifun said the Carbon X was salt rated. The X II is not. On their website for the X, the description text does not mention salt, but the picture claims "salt rated." Their Captain reel was made for salt and might be a better choice.

[@ehayward3719]

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