Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX vs Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

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Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

85.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.55 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight135g / 4.76oz

Line retireve per crank63 centimeter / 24.8 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Penn International VISW

Multireels

67.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.68 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight1590g / 56.09oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €559.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX edges out Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (135g / 4,76oz) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch and a ball bearings of 5, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Penn International VISW?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX

Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9.1 out of 10 (135g / 4,76oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations