Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX
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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 size501 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6:0:1) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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