We get it. You can’t just have one fishing rod. The 7-foot heavy caster you use to winch bass out of the weeds is naturally not well-suited to throwing ⅛oz or lighterweight trout BFS Minnows.
But, all the same, regardless of whether you have 5 rods or 50, make room for at least one more in your rotation, and make it a trout BFS rod.
If you haven’t heard that acronym yet, it’s about time to change that – BFS stands for “bait finesse system,” and in fact, it goes beyond the rod, to the reel and line you pair with it, as well as your lure selection.
It’s also not quite the same as an ultralight setup, if that’s what you’re thinking.
So let’s unpack this; here are some of the reasons you need a BFS rod in your arsenal.
What Is a BFS Rod?
A bait finesse rod is a rod, generally with a more moderate action, that is highly specialized to handle fine line and smaller lures, enabling a precision presentation where there is a need for greater casting distance and precision, but in which there is little room for error.
For instance, a BFS rod excels when trying to present very tiny trout minnows or spinners to trout in mountain streams, riffles and pools, where there is little room to cast.
BFS rods, though they may have a more moderate action for the castability within limited physical short length, can be both highly forgiving for easier load and to increase hook up ratio, despite the high level of control they offer.
But again, the BFS rod is not just about the rod – it is a system encompassing the reel, line and lures, all of which must be selected for and matched to the overall system.
Some Advantages of a Bait Finesse System
A bait finesse system – the BFS rod, reel, line and lures – will enable you to cast smaller lures with greater precision than conventional outfits. On top of that, since BFS systems often incorporate baitcasting gear, they will often give the angler to fish faster and react quicker in fast moving current, despite the fact that they also offer excellent control over very light lures.
But it isn’t just about lighter lures, though it often is. A BFS rod will give you more accurate casting distance with slightly larger lures, while maintaining the same control over precision placement and presentation. A BFS rod and reel will also offer superior line management, as well.
Increased sensitivity is also another potential advantage of a BFS rod, although that depends in part on the action and weight of the rod, as well as with the type of line you pair with it.
To Learn More About Trout BFS Rods
If you need a new challenge when it comes to targeting wild trout, consider upgrading your main outfit to a BFS rod and reel with matched braid and a selection of trout minnows.
This portion of the market is still very new, so if you’re looking for more information, visit Jackson USA; they carry several trout BFS rods along with a variety of trout spinners and minnows that are specifically designed to appeal to wary wild trout.
