Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Catana 2500 RC
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight1000g / 35.27oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €184.30
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano Catana 2500 RC
Spinning
49.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €33.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 2500 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.61 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Catana 2500 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Catana 2500 RC?
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Shimano Catana 2500 RC
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8 out of 10 (300g / 10.58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76cm / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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