Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X
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Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €240.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €121.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7) and the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.8 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Shimano AERO XR?
Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano AERO XR 4000X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing
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