Shimano Talica II 16IIAX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

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Shimano Talica II

Multireels

86.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight750g / 26.46oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €519.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 30/275

Shimano Sedona FJ

Spinning

55.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 16IIAX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 16IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Talica II and Shimano Sedona FJ?

Shimano Talica II 16IIAX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.