Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX
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Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €125.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

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
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7) and the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.72 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?
Shimano AERO XR C5000X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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