Shimano Catana 3000 SRC vs Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
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Shimano Catana 3000 SRC
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 size3000 S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.2/220. 0.25/140, 0.3/100

Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF
Seafishing
58.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.9 out of 10
Ergonomics5.41 out of 10
Gear ratio4.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight695g / 24.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandCORMORAN
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €43.70
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/460
Conclusion
Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and ball bearings (4). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana 3000 SRC and Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF?
Shimano Catana 3000 SRC
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8.82 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
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