Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
Spinning
37.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €51.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 SS DH HG
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and weight (410g / 14,46oz). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX
- A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
- Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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