Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Shimano Talica II 10IIX

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Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
Spinning
37.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €51.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 SS DH HG
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Shimano Talica II, 10II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, TAC10II
Shimano Talica II
Multireels
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight520g / 18.34oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €420.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/270

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 10IIX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.83 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 10IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R and Shimano Talica II?

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

  • At a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
  • Scoring 8.27 out of 10 (520g / 18,34oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.