Shimano Sedona 8000 FI vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

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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 Tekota, 600 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €177.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.59 out of 10) and the weight (450g / 15,87oz). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.9:1 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 Tekota?

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (450g / 15,87oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.