Jimmy I want to take just a moment to thank you for all of your help. Bud it feels like if been a bit of a pest asking questions left and right. But sense getting into BFS it has been a game changer for me catching stubborn fish. So far the largest fish I’ve caught on my BFS was a 5 pound catfish. Again thank you.
Nice nice review I was on the fence about the ml loading and feeling the bite with ultra light stuff. And the 1 gram casting on that rod surprisingly well.
Definitely impressive, But I think this rod isn't really made to throw that light. Given that it is a ML rod, the lighter the lure, the harder to pick up those tiny bites. I think the 1 gram level is also not realistic since it's super short distance, just because it can do it, doesn't mean it is effective. I will play around soon with a larger bfs spool reel and also some heavier lures. I feel like this could potentially be a good moderate ML rod for bass fishing applications as well. Some bigger treble hook lures sound fun! Maybe throw that Jackall Baby Giron for the spring? yeah yeah?????
Thank you for all the great info and content! So glad I found your channel, its been extremely helpful to me just getting into BFS. Just ordered my first reel and the jenko double down. Can't wait until everything gets here so I can start on this new journey.
great honest review jimmy! loved that you point out the downsides and the upsides so that folks understand what theyre getting into more. hope to see more! cheers my friend!
@@rawrfishing for sure! I think people value honesty very highly because at the end of the day it’s their money they’re spending. No one wants to experience buyers remorse and getting the positives and negatives in a review help navigate those concerns. Keeping things as objective as possible I think helps folks see what’s actually there but… it’s not completely possible. Just gotta do our best to paint the whole picture and then share our thoughts and final opinions. My videos aren’t super structured but I’ll probably get there as info is easier to digest that way. Anyhow, cheers my friend!!!
the more you do it, the better you get! i rewatch my videos from time to time to assess how I have changed and how to change in order to be successful. the BFS community is growing fast so it's a requirement to step up the game!
@@rawrfishing that’s a good call. It’s hard to bring myself to watch my early stuff but being able to self-critique is a valuable skill to have and very important. It’s crazy how fast BFS is growing and really cool to see how much enjoyment people are getting out of it in so many different aspects. Lookin forward to the next vid and cheers my friend!
Thx man. It took many years and doing many videos to get to where I am at. Still not that perfect, but I will keep on improving as people continue to provide feedback!
Seems like a very nice rod. It can cast 1g+ lures and has enough backbone for big bass. Good taper to keep big bass pinned. And enough power to pull big bass out of structure. High quality guides. But Jenko should specify the number of guides on their website 7+tip.
it's certainly a nice rod that isn't spec'ed out right for the BFS community. I am glad to be able to get my hands on one from Jenko for an honest review as Jenko was able to learn more about what BFS folks want to see and I was able to clear up some of the concerns (similar to most bfs folks) about the rod's capabilities. I am going to continue testing a bit further with other setups and of course I will relay to them about your suggestion in regards to the # of guides to be listed on their specs :) (They might be reading this tho lol)
Thanks, I am honored to hear that my feedback to the community is useful! it's the kind words like these that keeps me motivated as I create these sort of content. Else i'll be fishing nonstop lol
@@rawrfishing it's the whole mix that we learn from, some may enjoy one over other but can't please everyone brother lol, in our region only alternative is watch fishing in the south and think or waste money, and pray we catch a 10lb bass which is very unlikely up north lol. Ty
Nice review Jimmy. I think this trout magnet casting is way overrated. I like the way you did this review ultimate challange for rod and reel with trout magnet, and afterward casting more realistic baits. 👍👍👍
thx mate! I think trout magnet hype is real, but let's face it. that is one effective ass lure. I view the trout magnet just like aji style fishing and plenty of folks already do it with BFS tackle. It's a niche within the BFS niche lol. defintely want to stay tune as i will test more this coming season. I wanna try larger bfs spools and also use it for bass bfs fishing
thanks! he nailed it good! tried to wrap me up back in the trees it came out of lol! it is always fun to catch fish on lighter tackle! the fight is just amazing
@@rawrfishing I enjoy watching your review! I've found that the 6'-6" Medium Kastking Blackhawk II telescoping rod works well for BFS lures from 1/8 to a little over 1/4. If you got one of the rods, give it a shot. Its a noodle of a rod!
@@rawrfishing It won't let you down! Got it paired with the Zephyr. I got a short on my page showing the rod a little. Just got done throwing around the little Rebel Teeny Wake-R, on 10 lb braid. It weighs 4.23 grams, and I probably had it casting around 50 feet or so. Maybe more.
I just saw you lol thanks for the advice on lighting a fire with the leaf it didn’t work tho lol and I was with the curly haired kid that caught the blue gill
Agree . Any compensating on the cast should not count at all . Thats where all the disappointment comes from . We need a standard set so we all know . None of this misleading BS . We are a community . Lets share our true experiences without the BS . No compensating on the cast to count and any compensating on the cast should be declared . How many rods and reels have us BFS guys bought jumping on the hype train for the lowest casting weight possible . BFS is all about the accuracy and fluencey for me with the light weights . How many rods and reels have us BFS guys bought that are now sitting doing nothing or have been put on ebay or we have given away . Set the bar Jimmy . Let us BFS guys suffer no more !!! Jimmy and Hobie Wan Kenobi for BFS president !!! Here here !!!
Thanks for the kind words. Definitely need a better standard in both how brands build and spec out their products. Many products lack the details, for instance reels, in what its true capabilities are. And then we have folks like my self who spent many years to learn to test products. It took me a while to figure out where I like my standards to be. I was watching my old we videos and I cringed as I was like wow.. I was pretty clueless since my earlier videos were more of exploring and learning. But now that I have gained a tremendous amount of experience from trying many products and also living through other people feedback within the bfs community, I will attempt to set bars going forward based on my experience. I may need to obtain more reels and keep them stock for better perspective when test results. Let's change the game!
@@rawrfishing Agree . We all jump on the hype from time to time . But man i have been so disappointed with some of the the stuff brands and RUclipsrs claim . BFS is phenomenal and so is my JDM XXUL , XUL and SUL stuff too . I know what each is and enjoy both . We need real honest claims by brands and honest reviews by RUclipsrs so we can continue enjoying the pleasure of BFS without disappointment and false expectations . Honesty goes a long way . If Jimmy or Hobie back it then i know pretty much its worth getting . Long may it continue and BFS as a whole follow the example .
@@elwooddestiny11blues20 xxul, xul and ul is my thing lol 😆 I using that term. Seen it in Japan by a particular builder who i want to order from. Then a guy comes on channel and say ml isn't bfs. Just fish is the main thing while having fun. Some ppl want to be gate keepers to something they didn't create. But this comment goes completely against the other guy comment about ml not being bfs "JUST FISH"
@@The_Multi-species_Angler If i could get a hi-end 2023 Olympic blank , with a 0 - 1.5 grams casting weight and a BFS reel that could truely cast 1g a good distance with accuracy and consistency i would be a happy man . I was gonna get one made on the 2021 blank but then they announced new stuff coming for 2023 . The rod with titanium guides , torzite inserts and a solid tip would be incredible . Im just waiting for the reels to catch up . Until then i will continue the search for the one . My JDM xxul, xul and ul spinning stuff and my JDM BFS stuff all has its place and equally enjoyed . Great channel by the way . Been enjoying your stuff for a while now . The Japanese know their stuff and when it comes to hi-end JDM spinning gear so do the Russians . I try to merge the two into my fishing and thoroughly enjoy it . Im not interested in catching the biggest fish , I just want to catch fish and enjoy it as much as i can . If a big one come along the thats a bonus .
Glad i jumped on it right before the hype train lol. I was literally exploring for cheap CDM stuff and then 3 years later, boom, everyone wanna be a BFS youtuber. that's fine and all... more power to the BFS community. But we hit a point where we definitely wanna figure out where things should go. I think as consumers in a small niche, we have the ability to influence brands. For instance, I brought KastKing in and now they all about BFS. not perfect, but i think we can get there.
Please do not make the mistake of calling a left-hand retrieve baitcasting reel is for left handers! The name only states where the reel handle is positioned. As a Right hand dominate person, you want to hold the rod and reel with the right hand as you have more strength and dexterity. Leave the retrieving to the left hand.
@@rawrfishing just saying I use it that way also. It’s typically called a left-reel and sold that way. Both of my reels are “left-handed” retrieve, while I’m right-handed. Not sure why you replied the way you did. Comes off a little off. Kinda being an a@@ in a way. Didn’t mean to offend you. Just agreeing with your choice. Geez. I use it the same way!
I am pretty sure I have responded in a neutral way. After all, you didn't comment in anyway form that would have trigger me to be a jerk! English is my 2nd language, so sometimes I come off pretty straight forward. But to get back on topic, the fishing industry have never addressed the usage of left-hand/right-hand retrieve BC reels, or at least for 25+ years of fishing, I have never seen it. If you do feel any negative vibes from my response, it's not directed to you in anyway, it's to the horrible fishing market who just want to catch our wallets while we anglers trying to catch fish tight lines
@@rawrfishing just came across as you CORRECTING me. That’s all In the US a left-handed reel is just that. It’s marketed to left/handed people. I find as right-handed, a left handed bait caster is like a right-handed spinning reel. It was more natural for me to use.
Yeah but you’re not fishing the jig head you’re fishing with a jig head with a skirt or tube on the jig so that’s what makes sense to call the weight of lures is when it’s ready to fish and not the weight of only the jig head? Bfs in my area includes the complete bait and not jig head without tube
Shimano bfs is around the L+ rating. Check out their products in Japan for their bfs rods. Bfs in the modding reels mainly do UL, thus a huge market in the niche
Jimmy I want to take just a moment to thank you for all of your help. Bud it feels like if been a bit of a pest asking questions left and right. But sense getting into BFS it has been a game changer for me catching stubborn fish. So far the largest fish I’ve caught on my BFS was a 5 pound catfish. Again thank you.
glad i was able to help! finesse fishing ftw! catches more fish and when a big fish hits, it's fun and challenging
I am considering this rod, thanks for giving us your input! Keep up the great work I will continue to watch and thumbs up!
Thx! It's a pretty good rod. For an ML rod, it handles a wide range of weights. I even took it to the bay for some saltwater fun!
Nice nice review I was on the fence about the ml loading and feeling the bite with ultra light stuff. And the 1 gram casting on that rod surprisingly well.
Definitely impressive, But I think this rod isn't really made to throw that light. Given that it is a ML rod, the lighter the lure, the harder to pick up those tiny bites. I think the 1 gram level is also not realistic since it's super short distance, just because it can do it, doesn't mean it is effective.
I will play around soon with a larger bfs spool reel and also some heavier lures. I feel like this could potentially be a good moderate ML rod for bass fishing applications as well. Some bigger treble hook lures sound fun! Maybe throw that Jackall Baby Giron for the spring? yeah yeah?????
@@rawrfishing that giron gonna do numbers springs especially since you already hitting bass with those bigger swimbaits!
It's gonna be fun. Just ordered wire leader to prevent pickerel and snakeheads from cutting me off lol
Thank you for all the great info and content! So glad I found your channel, its been extremely helpful to me just getting into BFS. Just ordered my first reel and the jenko double down. Can't wait until everything gets here so I can start on this new journey.
Welcome to my channel and I am glad you have found my videos useful. Enjoy the world of bfs :)
great honest review jimmy! loved that you point out the downsides and the upsides so that folks understand what theyre getting into more. hope to see more! cheers my friend!
thanks man! I think as I make more videos, im starting to structure things a lot better and I am glad that you have found it useful!
@@rawrfishing for sure! I think people value honesty very highly because at the end of the day it’s their money they’re spending. No one wants to experience buyers remorse and getting the positives and negatives in a review help navigate those concerns. Keeping things as objective as possible I think helps folks see what’s actually there but… it’s not completely possible. Just gotta do our best to paint the whole picture and then share our thoughts and final opinions. My videos aren’t super structured but I’ll probably get there as info is easier to digest that way. Anyhow, cheers my friend!!!
the more you do it, the better you get! i rewatch my videos from time to time to assess how I have changed and how to change in order to be successful. the BFS community is growing fast so it's a requirement to step up the game!
@@rawrfishing that’s a good call. It’s hard to bring myself to watch my early stuff but being able to self-critique is a valuable skill to have and very important. It’s crazy how fast BFS is growing and really cool to see how much enjoyment people are getting out of it in so many different aspects. Lookin forward to the next vid and cheers my friend!
@@BFSFISHINGCHANNEL @rawr fishing I just deleted a few videos they were all over the place.
Awesome review! I wish all rod/reel reviews were like yours Jimbo. This double down is on my list for sure now.
Thx man. It took many years and doing many videos to get to where I am at. Still not that perfect, but I will keep on improving as people continue to provide feedback!
Seems like a very nice rod. It can cast 1g+ lures and has enough backbone for big bass. Good taper to keep big bass pinned. And enough power to pull big bass out of structure. High quality guides. But Jenko should specify the number of guides on their website 7+tip.
it's certainly a nice rod that isn't spec'ed out right for the BFS community. I am glad to be able to get my hands on one from Jenko for an honest review as Jenko was able to learn more about what BFS folks want to see and I was able to clear up some of the concerns (similar to most bfs folks) about the rod's capabilities. I am going to continue testing a bit further with other setups and of course I will relay to them about your suggestion in regards to the # of guides to be listed on their specs :) (They might be reading this tho lol)
Sup jimmy, great job explaining everything, for those like me not as knowledgeable in the tech side of everything 👊, tyvm tc 🎣
Thanks, I am honored to hear that my feedback to the community is useful! it's the kind words like these that keeps me motivated as I create these sort of content. Else i'll be fishing nonstop lol
@@rawrfishing it's the whole mix that we learn from, some may enjoy one over other but can't please everyone brother lol, in our region only alternative is watch fishing in the south and think or waste money, and pray we catch a 10lb bass which is very unlikely up north lol. Ty
Nice review Jimmy. I think this trout magnet casting is way overrated. I like the way you did this review ultimate challange for rod and reel with trout magnet, and afterward casting more realistic baits. 👍👍👍
thx mate! I think trout magnet hype is real, but let's face it. that is one effective ass lure. I view the trout magnet just like aji style fishing and plenty of folks already do it with BFS tackle. It's a niche within the BFS niche lol.
defintely want to stay tune as i will test more this coming season. I wanna try larger bfs spools and also use it for bass bfs fishing
Excellent review. Thank you
Thx, going to play with a different reel and heavier lures to get a different feel for the rod and come back for a final review!
GREAT JOB MATE VERY WELL DONE IAM WATCHING FROM AUSTRALIA TIGHT LINES 🇦🇺 🙂 👍
Thx, here in the US
Nice spool..where i can buy a spool custom??do you have link??
The details should be in my review of the Reset Reel Spool posted a few weeks back! Should be available for sale by now
@@rawrfishing thank you very much sir🔥🔥🔥
great review! I would get one if they have cork grip.
Thx man. Try some Tsurinoya rods instead! They come cork. Like the Dragon!
I think this would pair nicely with my SLX BFS. I just wish that it was offered as a 2 piece. Great review.
The slx bfs is an excellent pair up since this is a ML rod. It will do lures for both crappies and bass
@@rawrfishing what line would you recommend with that pairing?
My go to is Varivas 4 PE 0.6 gou! My all rounder.
I'm the opposite. I'm actually looking at this rod as an option because it's one piece. I really wish more bfs rods would have a one piece available.
Sick 4 lber man! 🤙
thanks! he nailed it good! tried to wrap me up back in the trees it came out of lol! it is always fun to catch fish on lighter tackle! the fight is just amazing
@@rawrfishing I enjoy watching your review! I've found that the 6'-6" Medium Kastking Blackhawk II telescoping rod works well for BFS lures from 1/8 to a little over 1/4. If you got one of the rods, give it a shot. Its a noodle of a rod!
Nice, I have been thinking about a Tele bfs rod to stow in the wife's ride. Might be something to look into :)
@@rawrfishing It won't let you down! Got it paired with the Zephyr. I got a short on my page showing the rod a little. Just got done throwing around the little Rebel Teeny Wake-R, on 10 lb braid. It weighs 4.23 grams, and I probably had it casting around 50 feet or so. Maybe more.
I just saw you lol thanks for the advice on lighting a fire with the leaf it didn’t work tho lol and I was with the curly haired kid that caught the blue gill
Wait what? I said nothing about lighting a fire haha... I nailed 5 bass today :) maybe the bite will pick up right before sunset
@@rawrfishing that would be pretty if got another one but I thought you said something about the dry leaves
The other kid asked if the leaf was dead. I said yes since it's not attached to the tree lol..
@@rawrfishing yea I guess we didn’t bring up the fire part it didn’t work thankfully cuz idk how we would put it out lol
Plz don't play with fire!
4.2oz overall weight rod for casting 1/80oz lure ?
I have answered this question pretty much at the beginning of the video silly
where did u get your hook remover from?
Www.unhookum.com
Agree . Any compensating on the cast should not count at all . Thats where all the disappointment comes from . We need a standard set so we all know . None of this misleading BS . We are a community . Lets share our true experiences without the BS . No compensating on the cast to count and any compensating on the cast should be declared . How many rods and reels have us BFS guys bought jumping on the hype train for the lowest casting weight possible . BFS is all about the accuracy and fluencey for me with the light weights . How many rods and reels have us BFS guys bought that are now sitting doing nothing or have been put on ebay or we have given away . Set the bar Jimmy . Let us BFS guys suffer no more !!! Jimmy and Hobie Wan Kenobi for BFS president !!! Here here !!!
Thanks for the kind words. Definitely need a better standard in both how brands build and spec out their products. Many products lack the details, for instance reels, in what its true capabilities are. And then we have folks like my self who spent many years to learn to test products. It took me a while to figure out where I like my standards to be. I was watching my old we videos and I cringed as I was like wow.. I was pretty clueless since my earlier videos were more of exploring and learning. But now that I have gained a tremendous amount of experience from trying many products and also living through other people feedback within the bfs community, I will attempt to set bars going forward based on my experience. I may need to obtain more reels and keep them stock for better perspective when test results. Let's change the game!
@@rawrfishing Agree . We all jump on the hype from time to time . But man i have been so disappointed with some of the the stuff brands and RUclipsrs claim . BFS is phenomenal and so is my JDM XXUL , XUL and SUL stuff too . I know what each is and enjoy both . We need real honest claims by brands and honest reviews by RUclipsrs so we can continue enjoying the pleasure of BFS without disappointment and false expectations . Honesty goes a long way . If Jimmy or Hobie back it then i know pretty much its worth getting . Long may it continue and BFS as a whole follow the example .
@@elwooddestiny11blues20 xxul, xul and ul is my thing lol 😆 I using that term. Seen it in Japan by a particular builder who i want to order from. Then a guy comes on channel and say ml isn't bfs. Just fish is the main thing while having fun. Some ppl want to be gate keepers to something they didn't create. But this comment goes completely against the other guy comment about ml not being bfs "JUST FISH"
@@The_Multi-species_Angler If i could get a hi-end 2023 Olympic blank , with a 0 - 1.5 grams casting weight and a BFS reel that could truely cast 1g a good distance with accuracy and consistency i would be a happy man . I was gonna get one made on the 2021 blank but then they announced new stuff coming for 2023 . The rod with titanium guides , torzite inserts and a solid tip would be incredible . Im just waiting for the reels to catch up . Until then i will continue the search for the one . My JDM xxul, xul and ul spinning stuff and my JDM BFS stuff all has its place and equally enjoyed . Great channel by the way . Been enjoying your stuff for a while now . The Japanese know their stuff and when it comes to hi-end JDM spinning gear so do the Russians . I try to merge the two into my fishing and thoroughly enjoy it . Im not interested in catching the biggest fish , I just want to catch fish and enjoy it as much as i can . If a big one come along the thats a bonus .
Glad i jumped on it right before the hype train lol. I was literally exploring for cheap CDM stuff and then 3 years later, boom, everyone wanna be a BFS youtuber. that's fine and all... more power to the BFS community. But we hit a point where we definitely wanna figure out where things should go. I think as consumers in a small niche, we have the ability to influence brands. For instance, I brought KastKing in and now they all about BFS. not perfect, but i think we can get there.
It can handle redfish it's right there with the falcon coastal xg Grinder ml
Sounds like fun! I never hooked a red before. I heard they are powerful
You should try it that rush is amazing check out rxangler
I am familiar with his Channel 🎣
Right-handed fishing a left-handed bait caster also?? 👍
Please do not make the mistake of calling a left-hand retrieve baitcasting reel is for left handers! The name only states where the reel handle is positioned. As a Right hand dominate person, you want to hold the rod and reel with the right hand as you have more strength and dexterity. Leave the retrieving to the left hand.
@@rawrfishing just saying I use it that way also. It’s typically called a left-reel and sold that way. Both of my reels are “left-handed” retrieve, while I’m right-handed.
Not sure why you replied the way you did. Comes off a little off. Kinda being an a@@ in a way. Didn’t mean to offend you. Just agreeing with your choice. Geez.
I use it the same way!
I am pretty sure I have responded in a neutral way. After all, you didn't comment in anyway form that would have trigger me to be a jerk!
English is my 2nd language, so sometimes I come off pretty straight forward. But to get back on topic, the fishing industry have never addressed the usage of left-hand/right-hand retrieve BC reels, or at least for 25+ years of fishing, I have never seen it.
If you do feel any negative vibes from my response, it's not directed to you in anyway, it's to the horrible fishing market who just want to catch our wallets while we anglers trying to catch fish
tight lines
@@rawrfishing just came across as you CORRECTING me. That’s all
In the US a left-handed reel is just that. It’s marketed to left/handed people.
I find as right-handed, a left handed bait caster is like a right-handed spinning reel. It was more natural for me to use.
@@rawrfishing we’re good. Don’t worry about it.
Gotta have one🤦🏾♂️
Get one while they have just restocked! Might go fast for the new season!
@@rawrfishing thanks fir the heads up man. Your review was on the money👌🏾🎣
@@panfishin-fool8057 thanks man! I think for my deeper water crappie fishing where I throw heavier jigs, this be a good one to have
Yeah but you’re not fishing the jig head you’re fishing with a jig head with a skirt or tube on the jig so that’s what makes sense to call the weight of lures is when it’s ready to fish and not the weight of only the jig head? Bfs in my area includes the complete bait and not jig head without tube
As BFS guy, total weight is what they should be using. The way the crappie industry rate their rods is completely wrong approach for sure!
Mantap kawan 👍👉🔔 23:23
Spiders can be good friends.. If they are not gonna bite me lol
@@rawrfishing waiting for the latest video, friend
Scheduled for Saturday :)
i never understood. i thought bfs rods are all Ultralight only ... lol
Shimano bfs is around the L+ rating. Check out their products in Japan for their bfs rods. Bfs in the modding reels mainly do UL, thus a huge market in the niche
Good rod but tip heavy.
It's definitely a power rod that can cast light lures. I would say this is a ML power rod!