Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

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 Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
57.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.79 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs
Weight345 g - 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank92 cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €109.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 S
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (92 cm / 36.22 inch) and maximum drag (2,5 kg - 5.51 lbs). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (2,5 kg - 5.51 lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- 8.7 out of 10 (92 cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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