Shimano Sedona 8000 FI vs Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

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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
Shimano TALICA II A, 20IIA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TAC20IIA
Shimano TALICA II A
Multireels
20iiax
69.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs
Weight1030g / 36.33oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €577.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.2:1). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24.25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 8000 FI and Shimano TALICA II A?

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
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.