Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX vs Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag
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Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €270.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
58.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics4.03 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.5 lbs
Weight290 g - 10.3oz
Line retireve per crank82 cm / 32.3 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-290 / 0,20-240 / 0,25-160 / 0,30-105 lb/yds: 6-200 / 8-140 / 10-120
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (7.92 out of 10). While Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 6.71 out of 10 (82 cm / 32.3 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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