Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

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Shimano Torium, 16HGAL, HG-A L, left hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR16HGAL
Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €168.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16HGAL
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 out of 10) and the weight (600g / 21,16oz). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish