Curado BFS Stream Fishing Review (BFS Trout Fishing)

Hobie-Wan Kenobi does an on the water review of the Shimano Curado BFS XG for trout. Casting mid-sized minnow baits commonly used on the stream for trout. Be sure to subscribe to see more of the Curado BFS in action. The Curado BFS XG is a new BFS finesse baitcasting reel designed to cast lighter lures such as NED Rigs, shakeyheads and other lightweight bass lures. I am going to see how viable the Curado BFS XG is for fishing in streams for trout. ROD: Tsuyinora Ares 4'7» XUL LINE: VARIVAS Super Trout Advance Bush Trail - 4LB LURE: Creep Aim 46s REEL: Shimano Curado BFS XG A benefit of having a BFS reel is to have the ability to fish in streams accurately without having to deal with line twists and other issues spinning reels can have. The ability to engage the spool instantly and control line during the cast like with a normal baitcasting reel while using light lures allows a softer presentation and, more precise lure placement. The Exciting Drag Sound (reel clicks when line is pulled out via drag) on the Curado BFS sounds similar to a spinning reel sound and allows the angler to know how fast a fish is running. I personally think it sound more fun than it is functional. The sound of a big bluegill ripping drag and hearing the reel go «buzzzzzzzz» is a real joy to fish. Outside of finesse fishing, the Curado BFS XG can be used for casting and pitching Texas Rigs and other mid-weight bass lures, as well as smaller trout lures. The lightweight, shallow spool allows the...