BFS Academy: How to Increase Accuracy With BFS Reels

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  • In this video, BFS Academy: How to Increase Accuracy With BFS Reels, Hobie-Wan Kenobi will assist anglers of all levels gain skill casting ultralight lures with bait finesse gear. Most of the casting in this video is directed toward stream anglers. Hobie-Wan Kenobi will go over how to execute the three most commonly used bait finesse casting techniques, as well as methods to make your lure land softer in the water, spooking less trout.
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    Pitch Cast: Often used in bass fishing, pitch casting allows the angler to increase accuracy with short range casts. Trout streams often have obstacles such as brush and logs that leaves the area seem unable to be fished. Using the pitch cast allows you to get into those hard to reach areas that most other anglers will skip because of the snags.
    Pitch casting relies on the ability of the BFS reel to be able to easily operate with the size lure you are trying to pitch. The lure should be able to travel in a relatively flat line while in the air. To help with this, aftermarket micro spool bearings may be needed.
    The main advantage of BFS reels versus spinning reels in this situation is line management. Although spinning reels perform very well in open water casting, the mechanics of holding the line with your finger, opening the bail, and hem closing the bail while casting can cause many issues with short range casting.
    Backhand Cast: Personal favorite of Hobie-Wan Kenobi and most versatile of the three. Casting across your body puts the tip of the rod closer to the angler and lessen the chance of snagging cover while casting. The rod being closer to the body also helps the angler be more consistent. This method also can be the start of skipping BFS lures.
    Modified/Vertical Backhand: Commonly used by Hobie-Wan Kenobi when fishing in streams with heavy brush and cover on the shore. This technique allows the angler to greatly reduce the chance of snagging shoreline cover at the expense of distance. This method is easy than the flip cast usually seen by Angler Saito (Enjoy Fishing Channel). This technique is harder to master but, is very useful for the bait finesse anger fishing from shore.
    Forehand Cast: Most common casting motion and usually the go-to technique for many BFS anglers. The Forehand is the easiest transition from traditional bass style baitcasting to BFS casting. The Forehand allows the angler to fast the furthest and also allows the greatest range of motion during and after the cast.
    Trout can be difficult to catch with lures. The main factor is that the angler often causes too loud of a splash when the lure makes contact with the water. This video covers techniques to lessen the impact of your lure hitting the water, resulting in less spooked trout. Using the rod tip and also your thumb as a brake are the easiest way to reduce spooking trout while casting lures.
    Hobie-Wan Kenobi decided to create this BFS Academy series to help anglers gain skills to become successful bait finesse stream anglers. Casting ultralight lures with a baitcasting reel can be challenging. Hobie-Wan Kenobi will try his best to get you casting light lures with a baitcaster as stress free as possible.
    Hobie-Wan Kenobi will be doing many more BFS videos. Please comment below if you would like to see other BFS How-To videos. Also comment what you learned in the video or if you want to share BFS stories.
    #baitfinesse #bfsfishing #trout

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  • @HobieWanKenobi
    @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What BFS fishing video do you want to see next?

    • @zandermercury1758
      @zandermercury1758 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      could you do the micro lure or a micro swimbaits.. its just an idea.. really love your content.. plus my only BFS setup is the Aldebaran BFS XG 16' with a Kuying Teton rod and im happy with it..

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a few lure videos in the works. Your BFS setup is pretty nice. The 2016 Aldebaran is a great reel.

    • @johangermishuys308
      @johangermishuys308 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’d like to see a video about lure selection based on the conditions you see. As an example, if I’m at a pond and it’s overcast with clear water? What colors and lure selection would you make? I have a Curado BFS with a Teton TTC602LS.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johangermishuys308 That's a good idea. The funny thing about that is the fact that everyone has their own thoughts on what lure selection is best for certain conditions. I find it more so as confidence due to coincidence rather than some scientific process to lure selection. I have my thoughts of "what works" that I can share.

    • @ChasRibaka
      @ChasRibaka ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Может вы расскажите о своём забродном подсачике?😁

  • @gmpbuilder
    @gmpbuilder ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is a great video, and it makes the concept of BFS shine brightly. In my fly fishing days I was very snobbish about bait and spin casters not being "real trout fisherman". I passed up many a stream like the one in this video because they were next to impossible to flyfish. BFS changes that, and I'm glad you're showcasing the sport.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful! These areas are tough, even with a BFS reel. BFS makes it easier for sure. Wait until you see the next video...couple hefty brook trout in really thick cover.

  • @aaronkaminski3117
    @aaronkaminski3117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't tell you how much I appreciate this video! I've been playing with bfs but I've been struggling on tiny streams, which is most of what I fish. I need to work on my pitching skills!

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad I could help! I realized I didn't really go over HOW to pitch to much in this video. I have some BFS casting tutorial videos I thought covered it but, not in detail. Whenever this winter polar vortex is done, I will make a video deliberately to go over how to pitch.

  • @herbertgearing1702
    @herbertgearing1702 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I realize it's not bfs but I have done extremely well fishing the gnarly difficult to fish and impossible to cast to areas of mountain native brook trout streams with a long 7-9 foot ultralight jigging rod and a micro jig. Just finding an opening in the brush pile where I can lower the jig and give it a couple of twitches and I have hooked some very large brookies and managed to land more than I had any right to considering my precarious position usually standing on some unstable log pile or slick rocks.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks awesome. As long as you are catching fish, who cares what the tackle is? That longer rod will cushion the strike a bot too, allowing for better hooksets.

  • @MrLarrypad
    @MrLarrypad ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good to see BFS being used like it is supposed to. The cringe is real with lots of other people making BFS videos, getting all hype over how light of a lure they cast.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Everyone uses their fishing tackle however is best for them. I think hype content has its purpose. It can bring more awareness to topics vs "boring" content like mine. Also, when creators place a high value making money making content and have aspirations for videos to pay their bills, they have to be more pushy with content.

    • @MrLarrypad
      @MrLarrypad ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi I been following you for a while and I have learned a lot about BFS and such. Hopefully you get more subs, you should have way more.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      I just make videos 😂. I see a sub count as an accolade to myself of sorts. Making content that people learn from and can take something away. I make sure mitigate influences that deviate me from that.

  • @arnemueller2112
    @arnemueller2112 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow…just amazing. This is truly short range! What‘s the average distance of your cast? I would expect most fish to be spooked but obviously they aren’t. This was a very nice video Hobie…great scenery, good skills, entertaining and educating. Well done!

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Arne. Average distance is about 12ft or so. The next video is even shorter range with thicker cover.

    • @arnemueller2112
      @arnemueller2112 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobican‘t wait to watch it. This is something where I find myself fishing in similar circumstances in one of my streams here in Germany. Wish you a merry Christmas and stay healthy.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@arnemueller2112 You as well. I will most likely upload it at the beginning of the new year.

  • @praboefishing
    @praboefishing ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Terimakasih informasinya

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @alifzetttt
    @alifzetttt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Informasi yang sangat membantu, terimakasih paman saya jadi semangat untuk bermain BFS 😍

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Saya senang membantu Anda belajar tentang memancing BFS. Saya punya banyak video tentang memancing BFS yang akan sangat membantu.

  • @mootrail9487
    @mootrail9487 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When you say you're using a longer rod; how long is long? That rod looks like 4' something!

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This rod is 4'7". Jackson Kawasemi Rhapsody KWSM-C47L-T.

  • @lukeholloway7836
    @lukeholloway7836 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m thinking of bfs fishing what do I’m getting the zephyr reel and the cheap 25 bass pro yellow rod or do you have a better rod setup under 50

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably not. It's a good way to see if you like BFS before getting more into it

    • @lukeholloway7836
      @lukeholloway7836 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@HobieWanKenobi I like the rod it’s 20 dollars you get what you pay for I’m gunna upgrade tho

  • @jackdobson3156
    @jackdobson3156 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video:)

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @aufar0
    @aufar0 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wonder how some people can use underhand cast accurately with bfs setup so easy.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It takes practice. This technique is best for short range.

  • @af4od02
    @af4od02 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I guess also as you progress up the creek, you don’t want to damage any potential fish habitat.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      That's true. usually these areas aren't great for spawning as the bottom is mostly soft/organic. I creep along those areas to make sure pebbles are not walked on

  • @thanhson86vn
    @thanhson86vn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi i love your video. Do you think fintail glass rod and the plams witch one you prefer

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Palms Egeria NATIVE Performance has been great. The Finetail will have a little more power

    • @thanhson86vn
      @thanhson86vn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the info

  • @pawelr.6257
    @pawelr.6257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you tested the new Daiwa 22 Tatula SV TW 70 yet? This is the new smallest Tutula version with a very small 30mm diameter spool. It's not a BFS but even handles smaller lures. I wonder if it is possible to fit a shallow spool already existing on the secondary market to this reel..

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have not. I already have the Alphas SV TW so, it was almost the same reels. I think Roro makes a shallow spool for that reel

    • @pawelr.6257
      @pawelr.6257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi Ok, I understand. There are never enough reels 😉 They are so beautiful that sometimes it's hard to resist 😁 I would also like to say hello as a new subscriber on your channel. After 10 years of heavy casting, I'm starting to go down to UL, so I'm slowly starting to understand everything. And where to look for Roro products? 😬

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pawelr.6257 Roro has a website and also Bait Finesse Empire stock them too

  • @alainingremaud5626
    @alainingremaud5626 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bonjour et merci pour cette vidéo . Sur ce type de pêche à très courte distance pouvez vous me dire si l'action de la canne doit être parabolique ou fast ?? ... Merci pour votre réponse .. Cordialement , Alain depuis la France......... Bonne fête de Noel à vous et à vos proches .

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Original Comment In English:
      (Hello and thank you for this video. On this type of fishing at very short distance can you tell me if the action of the rod should be parabolic or fast?? ... Thank you for your answer .. Sincerely , Alain from France......... Happy Christmas to you and your loved ones.)
      (French Response: Bonne question Alain. J'expérimentais avec différents types de tiges en faisant cela. La canne que j'ai utilisée dans la vidéo était une canne en carbone légère à action rapide. La tige sur le côté de mon sac à dos était une tige parabolique en fibre de verre. L'action rapide valait mieux tourner le poisson en bois. J'ai senti que j'avais perdu quelques poissons parce qu'il n'y avait pas assez de coussin. La canne en fibre de verre a eu plus de mal à diriger le poisson et à obtenir un crochet très rapide. Les différences étaient minimes. Je suis encore en train d'expérimenter et je pense que c'est la préférence de l'utilisateur, un peu comme la pêche à l'achigan dans une couverture épaisse.
      Good question Alain. I was experimenting with different type of rods doing this. The rod I used in the video was a light powered carbon rod with a fast action. The rod on the side of my backpack was a parabolic fiberglass rod.
      The fast action was better to turn the fish out of wood. I felt I did lose a couple fish because there was not enough cushion. The fiberglass rod had a more difficult time steering fish and also getting a really fast hookset. The differences were small. I am still experimenting and I feel it is user preference, much like bass fishing in heavy cover.

    • @alainingremaud5626
      @alainingremaud5626 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi thank you for your reply and happy Christmas.

  • @HarryDK
    @HarryDK ปีที่แล้ว +2

    how do you find bfs with braid and no leader?

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Most times I use a leader. Usually use about 2-3ft of leader. This line here is monofilament line.

  • @bradadams5331
    @bradadams5331 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Bob Ross of fishing.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No mistakes, just happy accidents. 🎨

  • @cleavedspot
    @cleavedspot ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's nice water

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Really clear water. Many springs in this stream. it runs through swamp and oddly enough, the water isn't stained.

  • @Rockysangpemancing
    @Rockysangpemancing ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quick question, aldebaran bfs 22 or the new silver creek ??

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Either reel can do this type of fishing. I have a slight preference to the Aldebaran overall but, the Silver Creek I prefer for stream fishing.

  • @ChasRibaka
    @ChasRibaka ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Привет дружище, отличный ролик, красивые места, я из России, жаль что много непонятно из вашей речи, но интуитивно понятно, спасибо 😁👋

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Привет. Что бы вам было легче понять... кроме того, что я говорю по-русски 😂

    • @ChasRibaka
      @ChasRibaka ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi Привет, я правильно понял-вы говорите на русском языке? Может снимите ролик на русском или можно сделать титры на русском языке 😁👋

    • @RostovDon61
      @RostovDon61 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ну, вот есть повод, что бы изучать язык?? Сам не любил это дело... Но за 5лет совместного изучения с дочкой.. 3-4часа в неделю.. Уже почти все слова понимаю что говорят в видео..

    • @ChasRibaka
      @ChasRibaka ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RostovDon61 Привет, да я немного понимаю, просто некоторые как-то включают субтитры на русском и получается более понятно 😁

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do not speak Russian. I will find out how to have subtitles in people's native language.

  • @AT-eq8kc
    @AT-eq8kc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was there a reason you chose not to use your glass rod?

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was seeing if the faster action was better for controlling the fish. I used the glass rod off camera. Pitching was slightly better with the carbon rod and the control of the fish in tight quarters was better too. Small but noticeable differences.

    • @AT-eq8kc
      @AT-eq8kc ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi Thank you for the insight. I am really loving that glass rod for small stream work, but am starting to see scenarios where tighter action of the lure particularly in deeper/faster water needed a stiffer rod...I had not thought of the pitching angle as I do not pitch much yet.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      There will never be a perfect rod for all fishing. Carbon and fiberglass will always have advantages in certain situations.

  • @johangermishuys308
    @johangermishuys308 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I’ve watched all your videos. What hooks do you recommend to replace for the Megabass Humpbacks, and the Duo Realis Rozante? Great videos.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The 50 sized Humpbacks take a #8 single hook pretty good. #8 or #6 for the Rozante.

    • @johangermishuys308
      @johangermishuys308 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have recommendations for which hooks, I’m in Canada and getting BFS gear is not the easiest thing :)

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have good luck with Owner and Vanfook hooks.

  • @jacobkramer1089
    @jacobkramer1089 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What pack are you using?

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      I think this is made by Condor. It's a decent pack for carrying my camera gear

    • @jacobkramer1089
      @jacobkramer1089 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi Thanks! I use a giant Ego Tactical bag for bank fishing but was looking for something convenient for wading creeks

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      It wouldn't be my first choice for a bag but, it works.

  • @bruce1779
    @bruce1779 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hobie-Wan is it necessary to have an Instagram account in order to correspond with you? Thanks in advance, bruce.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No. I have not been active on TH-cam, IG or emails.

    • @bruce1779
      @bruce1779 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@HobieWanKenobi appreciate your channel, thank you.

  • @Zane-wb1jv
    @Zane-wb1jv ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man! Do you have any recommendations for a budget friendly (under $100) bfs rod that could handle smallmouth bass and would pair well with a kast king zephyr? You clearly know your stuff so I hope you can help me! Thanks and let me know.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      Tsurinoya makes a few I believe. Check out Bait Finesse Empire. I know they stock a few

    • @Zane-wb1jv
      @Zane-wb1jv ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi thank you man!

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Zane-wb1jv No problem. Glad to help out

    • @Zane-wb1jv
      @Zane-wb1jv ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HobieWanKenobi looking at getting me the dragon series rod in the 6’6 option. Any sites besides bait finesse tackle that sells it any cheaper? I looked I could only find it on Ali express for $30 cheaper but it didn’t have the 6’6 model.

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Zane-wb1jv That's the only place in the US. The Cashion Icon BFS is a pretty nice rod. More money than you are looking for. The Shimano Senslite series has a pretty cheap rod that's 7ft.

  • @Plee92
    @Plee92 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice. I would definitely skip that stretch of the creek

    • @HobieWanKenobi
      @HobieWanKenobi  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Many fish in these thick areas. It takes a long time to fish these areas. There were a few fish off camera that were decent. The next video, you will see a couple nice ones I pulled from really thick cover.