Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX
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Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3

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
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5:3:1) and line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX
- Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
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