Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
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Shimano Sahara 500 FI
Spinning
44.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €62.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
Seafishing
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.88 out of 10
Ergonomics5.51 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €125.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Conclusion
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and total score (5.49 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R?
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
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