Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

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Penn Slammer IV, 8500 HS, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1545770
Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €294.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8500 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415
Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF, 5000, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-51500
Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF
Feeder And Match
51.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €30.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/230

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) and the durability (5.5 out of 10). Still, Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 95 centimeter / 37.4 inch and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF?

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

  • For 8 out of 10 (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover

Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

  • With 9 out of 10 score (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts
  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases