My new favorite BFS reel by far; even over my 22' Aldebaran. I use my Calcutta XG on the Dobyns Sierra 650 and it is soooo smooth, casts like a dream with great control and because of the way it's constructed, it doesn't feel heavy at all. Already caught over 50 Trout on it up to 3LBs.
@@fishinjosh 1/16oz-3/16 is the sweet spot for the 650. I can throw 1/4 but I don't want to stress out the rod. The tip is very thin compared to the 690 or 700 series even though the line ratings are the same. I've been using 6LB. Varivas nylon but it's very thin for a 6LB. line (0.185mm). It's actually smaller diameter than Trilene XL 4LB. which is 0.20mm.
@@fishinjosh it was 36000yen with discount. 😊If you know some Japanese, you can get much better deal on real domestic Japanese vendors that don't ship oversea
Thanks mate! I can’t rate my 100dc highly enough. It definitely doesn’t cast the super light stuff like the BFS but for a small Barra/jack/bass/cod reel it’s unreal
@@Benjo85 both are great man! It really depends what you plan on throwing. Shimano should be dropping stock of the conquest SE this month which is a size inbetween that I think will be the perfect bass reel!
Expensive sure, quality gear 1000%!!! It’s an awesome alternative than spin gear, one day I’ll join the club! Just might need to hide it from the better half 😂
Tell them nothing mate 😂😂 my biggest fear in life is that when I die my partner will sell my fishing gear for what I told her I paid for it haha!! I’ve given the combo a good test out now and can highlight recommend it as a super fun way to fish 👍🏼
I still waiting for Conquest Shallow Edition (30 SE) Just want a comparison between the two. Shimano said SE is more all rounder & BFS is for feather light lure. Then I will decide which one to buy. Quite pricey so I have to be patience
@@IMGhostRogue apart from the quick session in this video all I’ve done is kayak fish with it! So handy for tight casts out of the yak and so much fun to fight fish on. My next video will be a session of using it for bigger bass
@@fishinjosh well the spool comes with guide holes to make it easy spooling with line. By doing this the knot is hidden and the line is even. Using tape is absolutely unnecessary. Bfs spools don t require more then 50m line (even the manufacturer tell you that). Adding more line is increasing the spool weight, casting with low weight lures being difficult (high inertia caused by added mass).
@@fishinjosh I do not care whats working for you, i am talking about facts. And by publishing your video, you encourage people doing it wrong asumming that s working for you!
@@SpecialyKey interestingly enough mate, I don’t care what works for you either. I don’t know why BFS fanatics get so caught up in this stuff. Find something better to do than harass people who provide FREE content on a platform for people’s entertainment.
How did the algorithm not recommend this Aussie channel earlier? Shame on you TH-cam 😂
😂😂 at least it showed you the light eventually man! Got some solid fish on the bfs in the next few vids 💪🏼
@@fishinjosh nice, look forward to it
Nice. I’m looking at getting the conquest. Sheeesh it’s such a nice reel.
You won’t be disappointed mate, they’re so nice to fish with!
My new favorite BFS reel by far; even over my 22' Aldebaran. I use my Calcutta XG on the Dobyns Sierra 650 and it is soooo smooth, casts like a dream with great control and because of the way it's constructed, it doesn't feel heavy at all. Already caught over 50 Trout on it up to 3LBs.
That’s the go man! I haven’t been able to fault the reel either. What’s the lightest lure you cast on the Sierra?
@@fishinjosh 1/16oz-3/16 is the sweet spot for the 650. I can throw 1/4 but I don't want to stress out the rod. The tip is very thin compared to the 690 or 700 series even though the line ratings are the same. I've been using 6LB. Varivas nylon but it's very thin for a 6LB. line (0.185mm). It's actually smaller diameter than Trilene XL 4LB. which is 0.20mm.
Very nice mate! I have been eyeing one of those off lately too
Cheers mate! Highly recommend it. I’ve caught some cracker bass on it now, so bloody nice to cast
Awesome tackle, awesome spot! Liked! :)
Cheers mate!!
guys casually using a $400 reel for micro fishing. We love to see it boys. great video mate
Thanks mate! I’d love to be able to buy them for $400 Aussie though 😂😂
You can get a brand new one in Japan for 300
@@raychoi9495 maybe euro or mid 300 USD but not AUD mate
@@fishinjosh it was 36000yen with discount. 😊If you know some Japanese, you can get much better deal on real domestic Japanese vendors that don't ship oversea
@@raychoi4994 yep definitely doesn’t work when you need them shipped to Australia 😂
Great to see you into bfs, my boys and i enjoy it too. Would appreciate hearing about 100dc comparison as im considering 1 and or 200
Thanks mate!
I can’t rate my 100dc highly enough. It definitely doesn’t cast the super light stuff like the BFS but for a small Barra/jack/bass/cod reel it’s unreal
Second this. Looking at either the 100dc or the bfs for a bass baitcaster - which is more versatile? That hecate looks legit too. I need some of that.
@@Benjo85 both are great man! It really depends what you plan on throwing. Shimano should be dropping stock of the conquest SE this month which is a size inbetween that I think will be the perfect bass reel!
My dream bc reel 🤤
Definitely worth the investment mate!
Expensive sure, quality gear 1000%!!!
It’s an awesome alternative than spin gear, one day I’ll join the club! Just might need to hide it from the better half 😂
Tell them nothing mate 😂😂 my biggest fear in life is that when I die my partner will sell my fishing gear for what I told her I paid for it haha!!
I’ve given the combo a good test out now and can highlight recommend it as a super fun way to fish 👍🏼
Who's the worse influence on who? You on me, me on you, you on you or me on me. I swear neither of us should be trusted.
I’ve been told we’re not allowed to talk anymore 😂😂😂
@@fishinjosh I can't wait to break that rule and have a BFS off
Stop spending money on quality gear, this is why I don’t trust either of you 😂😂
I still waiting for Conquest Shallow Edition (30 SE)
Just want a comparison between the two. Shimano said SE is more all rounder & BFS is for feather light lure.
Then I will decide which one to buy. Quite pricey so I have to be patience
I need to get my act together and do a comparison video then haha!
@@fishinjosh that will be great
great stuff bro! BFS setup is a big thing here in Malaysia. May i know what lure youre using?
I can understand why bro! It’s so much fun. The lure was a Tiemco Hecate 7
What a nice setup. Where did you get it from? i want one
Thanks mate. I bought the reel from Digitaka in Japan and the rod I found on a Facebook page. You can order them from a few sites in Japan though too
What was the name of that cool jointed swimbait?
It’s a tiemco Hecate 7
I think I want that set up
Highly recommend it mate! I’ve caught so really nice fish on it now, punches well about its weight 👌🏼
@@fishinjoshwould you say it’s good for kayak fishing?
@@IMGhostRogue apart from the quick session in this video all I’ve done is kayak fish with it! So handy for tight casts out of the yak and so much fun to fight fish on. My next video will be a session of using it for bigger bass
Your first bfs combo is cq??? Houllyyyy
@@jimonisjimi I was already a big conquest fan haha
Hey josh how do ypu protect the raw cork on your new rod, i use erskins thread sealer 2 or 3 coats applied with a brush or finger, comes up a treat 😊
It’s honestly something I’ve never done mate! Do you find that changes the feeling of the cork or makes it hard at all?
We've always used stuff like Bees wax or paste wax for wood floors. Really lightly applied and worked in.
@@TheD510addict I’ve heard bees wax works well!
No josh, it preserves the cork and it is not as slippery as varnish and wont fade like others
Where did you buy the rod from is it a 2 piece
It is 2 piece mate. I got lucky and managed to find it on Facebook. I believe digitaka and Japan tackle stock them though
Shimano instruction has written
"BFS should be only used with Flolo lines."
I put PE on my BFS and realized after tho.
Oh really? I though that was only the ultra light honeycomb style spools 😅
The fly guys hate us
They use to have trout all to themselves 😂
@@fishinjosh 😂 that’s what I’m saying brother . Look up a vanfook leach and you’ll realize bfs can throw flies too .
@@ArtOfAngling it’s pretty impressive ay! I’ve seen a few vids of guys throwing trout nymphs on it 🤯
I also can’t be trusted with the internet for a lot different reasons
From what I heard that’s for reasons not fit for discussion on TH-cam….
У вас что клещей с комарами нет😅? В футболке ходит
Haha we do but thankfully not at this time of year 😂
@@fishinjosh 🤣
Doesnt make sense what you are doing.. Puting tape on a spool, spool it with 100m...🫠
Not sure what doesn’t make sense about it?
@@fishinjosh well the spool comes with guide holes to make it easy spooling with line. By doing this the knot is hidden and the line is even. Using tape is absolutely unnecessary.
Bfs spools don t require more then 50m line (even the manufacturer tell you that). Adding more line is increasing the spool weight, casting with low weight lures being difficult (high inertia caused by added mass).
@@SpecialyKey that’s great 👍🏼 you do what works you for and I’ll stick with what works for me.
@@fishinjosh I do not care whats working for you, i am talking about facts. And by publishing your video, you encourage people doing it wrong asumming that s working for you!
@@SpecialyKey interestingly enough mate, I don’t care what works for you either. I don’t know why BFS fanatics get so caught up in this stuff. Find something better to do than harass people who provide FREE content on a platform for people’s entertainment.