Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC
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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

Shimano Catana 1000 RC
Spinning
47.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €33.33
- 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
Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and durability (5.68 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Shimano Catana 1000 RC?
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
Shimano Catana 1000 RC
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8.82 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9.52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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