Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
65.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.72 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230

Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €177.40
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 LC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485
Conclusion
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX edges out Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.72 out of 10) and the weight (675g / 23,81oz). Still, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Penn Battle III Long Cast?
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX
- Scoring 8.07 out of 10 (675g / 23,81oz), 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.
Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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