Looking for recommendations for a 5’ or 5.5’ BFS pistol grip rod. Doesn’t have to be a “BFS”, just something in the ultralight realm. Thanks
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Looking for recommendations for a 5’ or 5.5’ BFS pistol grip rod. Doesn’t have to be a “BFS”, just something in the ultralight realm. Thanks
Graywolf , just announced a new line of BFS rods .
Since he builds these from scratch, I’m sure he’ll put a pistol grip on one for you .
It’s listed as “ Graywolf Brook 155 - BFS Rod “ .
Seach Graywolf custom rods .
He has finished ones for $99 plus shipping.
Interesting
Just curious. What reel would you be using on it?
Soloking Acura HICC-50
That looks like a pretty good BFS reel. All my ultra light gear is spinning tackle. My bait casting stuff is all old school round spool Ambassador stuff set up for bass fishing. Maybe at some point I'll give this BFS stuff a try. Let us know what you wind up with.
My first baitcaster was an Abu Garcia 6500C I bought in the summer of 1977 with my graduation money. I still have it and use it now and then. I’m just an old geezer learning new tricks. The reel I listed above is supposed to be about the best of the cheapies. I think I found a glass rod with a fairly short straight handle to go with it. I don’t like the new style of long skinny handles with a little blob of cork at the end. Way back when I got the 6500C I had it on an underpowered Berkley glass rod and I could throw a Johnson silver minnow a mile.
Majorcraft Finetail Stream 4'10" UL. 5 inch straight grip, but it has a slight downward angle like a pistol grip. I have the fiberglass model and like it a lot. Very comfortable to cast. You can find old school pistol grip rods on ebay, but probably not UL.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jiggertrigger
I have two 5000's and a 6500 that I have had for at least 30 years. But i haven't used them for at least 10 years. I love mu UL spinning outfits. I may think about trying a setup with that reel you have. Maybe I will put it pn my Christmas wish list. My kids are always bugging me for ideas.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jiggertrigger
I love the spinning models of that rod .Quote:
Originally Posted by Cliffardo
Have given some thought to ordering a casting version and giving BFS another try .
I need to find a gill lure that I could cast with it .
Most of my jigs are tiny .
Thinking about a Beetlespin type lure that weighs 1/16oz or heavier. 1/16 is about my minimum with BFS , and that’s on a good day . :)
Beetlespin would work on that rod. I mostly use it to throw small swim baits or the 1/16 Z-man Flashback Mini chatterbait. Probably close to 1/8 with the trailer.
I've got a new St Croix that was a warranty replacement. I'll make you a deal if you're interested. It's a pistol grip.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jiggertrigger
What is the lure and line ratings printed on the rod?Quote:
Originally Posted by Bert
I am going to be dumb and ask for those who do not know. What is a BFS rod?? I have heard of BPS for Bass Pro. Thanks for the explanation.
Bait Finesse System.Quote:
Originally Posted by tnduxcaller
Essentially ultralight baitcasting .
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Originally Posted by Bert
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....if still looking, this could work.
Thanks, those Handing rods look very nice. I decided to buy the St. Croix offered above.Quote:
Originally Posted by LVSpinfisher1