Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX

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Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84 lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000 HG
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/210. 0.30/130, 0.35/100 lb/yds: 6/230, 8/170, 10/140
Penn Squall II Conventional, 40 LH , left hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522174
Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.89 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight545g / 19.22oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €169.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40 LH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19.84 lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Shimano Sedona C3000 HG 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 great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19.84 lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt