Shimano SLX BFS Baitcasting Reel

Lightweight, high-tech, and incredibly smooth – the Shimano SLX BFS (Bait Finesse System) is the ultimate tool for ultra-light lure fishing. This finesse-focused model in the SLX series is built to cast lures as light as 1 gram with near-frictionless precision. It’s perfect for anglers who love spinning reels for finesse fishing – now you can enjoy the superior control and feel of a baitcaster, even with the lightest presentations. The perfect choice if you… • Target perch, trout, or other cautious predators with small lures • Want an alternative to ultralight spinning reels • Crave maximum casting distance and accuracy with minimal friction Key Technologies: • X-SHIP – Extra durability and power transfer: supports the pinion gear with bearings on both sides → smooth, powerful cranking even under load • HAGANE BODY – Rigid metal frame eliminates flex → more power, more durability, even with big fish • FTB (Finesse Tune Brake) – Shimano’s own ultralight casting tech: the magnetic brake is placed in the side plate, not the spool → lighter, more sensitive, and tangle-free casting control • S3D Spool – Perfectly balanced to reduce vibration → super-smooth casts • SUPER FREE SPOOL – Reduces shaft friction during the cast → longer, more accurate casting • EXCITING DRAG SOUND – Hear the drag scream when a fish runs → now in a baitcaster too • S-ARB – Double-shielded stainless bearings → protection from salt, grit, and wear Summary: • Best for: Trout, perch, and other predators caught with tiny lures • Recommended lure weight: From approx. 1 g • Body material: HAGANE aluminum • Technologies: X-Ship, FTB, S3D, Super Free Spool, Exciting Drag Sound, S-ARB • Use case: Ultra finesse fishing – the perfect upgrade from ultralight spinning reels If you're ready to take your finesse game to the next level and experience the surgical precision of casting the lightest lures with ease – the Shimano SLX BFS is the reel you've been waiting for.