Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Delphin IXTREK 5000X

Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Delphin IXTREK
Spinning
45.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight310g / 10.93oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/440
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE C 3000X clearly outshines Delphin IXTREK 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Delphin IXTREK 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE C 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Delphin IXTREK?
Shimano Catana FE C 3000X
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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