Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX
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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.68 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €205.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
94.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5:8:1). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX
- Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:8:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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