Shimano Sedona 8000 FI vs Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

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Shimano Sedona 8000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185
Penn International VISW, 30, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370779
Penn International VISW
Multireels
67.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight1590g / 56.09oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €559.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.68 out of 10) and the total score (6.76 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 11kg / 24.25lbs and a ball bearings of 3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 8000 FI and Penn International VISW?

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24.25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt