Shimano Sahara 1000 R vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
Shimano Sahara 1000 R
Spinning
36.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.94 out of 10
Ergonomics4.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight255g / 9.00oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €46.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90
Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €177.40
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 LC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485
Conclusion
Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 1000 R and Penn Battle III Long Cast?
Shimano Sahara 1000 R
- 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 8.3 out of 10 (255g / 9.00oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
- For 8 out of 10 (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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