Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
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Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
90.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €245.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
Spinning
29.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 DH
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.01 out of 10) and durability (8.82 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?
Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX
- Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
- Scoring 8.09 out of 10 (670g / 23,63oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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