Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight845g / 29.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €289.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €979.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size80
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX edges out Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the gear ratio (5.1:1). Still, Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch and a ball bearings of 5, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Penn International VISW?
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX
- Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
- Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
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