Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
67.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.79 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €237.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size10000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.79 out of 10) and the weight (645g / 22,75oz). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 10000-HX
- Scoring 8.16 out of 10 (645g / 22,75oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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