Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Shimano Tiagra 80WAX
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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

Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
85.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.5:1 / 1.3:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight3265g / 115.17oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €779.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size80WA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Tiagra 80WAX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 80WAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Shimano Tiagra?
Shimano Sahara 500 FI
- 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
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6.17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Tiagra 80WAX
- With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
- With a high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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