Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX vs Shimano Tiagra 50WAX
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Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
70.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
86.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1 / 1.3:1
Maximum drag17kg / 37.48lbs
Weight2447g / 86.32oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €633.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50WA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Tiagra 50WAX edges out Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.62 out of 10). Still, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Shimano Tiagra?
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ C3000HGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Tiagra 50WAX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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