Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

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Shimano Torium, 50HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR50HGA
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
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 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Shimano Sedona 8000 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish