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  1. 03-24-2024, 08:59 AM #1
    stumpjumper1
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    BFS reel recommendation?

    Looking for a BFS reel that's saltwater rated and has a drag clicker, something in the $150-$200ish price range. Any suggestions?
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    #2 03-24-2024, 03:26 PM
    Sounds like the shimano slx bfs is right up your alley.
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    #3 03-25-2024, 07:08 PM
    May setup a price watch on the Curado. I paid $175 back in January for one, GREAT reel!
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    #4 03-25-2024, 07:51 PM
    Tough to bet the Shimano SLX BFS.

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    #5 03-26-2024, 08:01 AM
    The Kestrel is shockingly legit.
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    #6 03-26-2024, 04:13 PM
    I had the same suggestions but didn't know if those were ok for saltwater...
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    #7 03-26-2024, 04:26 PM
    I contacted Shimano directly and they said the Curado BFS is not for slat water use. Not sure about SLX...
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    #8 03-27-2024, 09:08 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by FryDog62 View Post
    I contacted Shimano directly and they said the Curado BFS is not for slat water use. Not sure about SLX...
    Shimano lists the slx bfs as saltwater safe on their website.
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