Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

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Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

Seafishing

54.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.88 out of 10

Ergonomics5.51 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

Spinning

37.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 SS DH HG
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and weight (625g / 22,05oz). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?

Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.21 out of 10 (625g / 22,05oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain