Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX vs Shimano Sahara 1000 R
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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
68.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight890g / 31.39oz
Line retireve per crank143 centimeter / 56.3 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €889.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.55/300

Shimano Sahara 1000 R
Spinning
36.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.94 out of 10
Ergonomics4.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight255g / 9.00oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €46.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano Sahara 1000 R?
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX
- With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sahara 1000 R
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.3 out of 10 (255g / 9.00oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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