The Under $25 Bait Finesse Systems (BFS) Fishing Rod from Bass Pro Shops MicroLite Rod! [Liking This One]

Bait Finesse Systems and the "BFS Bug" Bites!

Bait Finesse Systems Fishing can be expensive. However, Bass Pro Shops Micro Lite Rod that sells for just under $25 makes getting started much easier on the pocketbook!

My entry into BFS Fishing started with $70 with the purchase of a KastKing Zephyr BFS reel and a repurposed baitcasting rod gathering dust in the corner of my home office.

Shimano BFS Reel

I was then hit with the "BFS Bug" and purchased a Shimano Scorpion 17 BFS reel for $290, another KastKing Zephyr BFS reel (a newer model with a reel drag clicker) for $80, and a Bass Pro Shop Graphite Series rod for $38.

Although I continued to repurpose rods I already owned, I ended up spending about $500 to satisfy the "BFS Bug" at least for now.

Just One More Rod?

Since my funds were running low, I planned to hold off on purchasing more gear. I was down to $75 remaining on the gift cards I received for Christmas; I had used them to buy two of the three BFS reels and the three foot short rod from Bass Pro Shops.

That was the plan until I noticed Bass Pro Shops offered a fiberglass fishing rod that was "bendy" and rated for 1/16oz lures. In short order, I came up with excuses to justify buying the rod - Bass Pro Shops Micro Lite Rod:

• Since the rod's action plays a key role in casting light lures, I thought it would be a good fit to repurpose it for BFS fishing.
• I watched a video by Jimmy of raWr Fishing on YouTube who demonstrated the rod and showed its BFS capability.
• Finally, it was under $25, so I would still have $50 on my remaining gift card for other fishing related things!

An Impressive Rod at the Right Price!

I stopped at the local Cabela's to see if there were any of the rods in stock. Since Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's merged rods from both companies are sold at Cabela's.

Unfortunately, they were out of stock. No worries, I ordered one online and saved the shipping cost by having it delivered to the store. In less than a week, I had a new rod for under $25!

Soon after, I "tested" it out at the local pond and was impressed by its feel and casting ability. Things I like in particular were:

BPS MicroLite Rod

• Flexibility or "bendiness" does make casting the light 1/16oz lures easier. I am able to take advantage of the rod helping "cast" the lure.
• Lightweight makes for fast casting, recasting, and repetitive casting. Able to cast for lengthy periods without tiring.
• Rod handle fit my hand well. I could palm the reel, switch from left to right hand and vice versa without a slip, and the trigger guard was positioned to prevent "losing" the rod and reel on a quick cast.

Only complaint and it is a minor one that I had was the rod's yellow color. It does not match well with the Shimano Scorpion 17 BFS reel's gray color. Else, I am liking this rod!

Bass Pro Shops Micro Lite Rod!

Do add this one your arsenal for those wanting to try BFS Fishing but may be running low on Christmas Gift Cards!

Bass Pro Shops MicroLite™ Glass Casting Rod has advanced technology in lightweight rod built for chasing panfish and trout. Bonded high-density tubular glass construction has just the right amount of  flex for tossing light baits.... [See More]

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Bass Pro Shops Micro Lite YouTube Shorts

COAF Field Team on YouTube

One Sunfish This Round

Windy day,... decided to take quick trip to Bethany this afternoon.  Had a few little Bluegill go for a Purple Grasshopper Variant but too small to hook up.  Then, had a Sunfish finally connect.  One Sunfish this round.  Till next time!

PS:  Placed an order with Big Carp Tackle in Oklahoma.  Have ordered from them in the past with excellent service and fast shipping.  This time ordered two BFS Black Phantom Rod MK II "Carp Classic" rods.  Liked how the MadDragon Carp Rod we bought from Bass Pro Shops casts when fishing Denison Dam.  Wanted to see if the Black Phantom would do as well - especially since we could get two Black Phantoms from Big Carp Tackle for the price of one MadDragon from Bass Pro Shops.

Rain Delay....

Had a late start this morning, so by the time it was time to go fishing the rain arrived.  Ended up taking care of a few "honey do's" but more important did some tinkering with fishing related things!

Made a few more Foam Divers, made a "homemade method feeder" for Carp Fishing, tried a new way to make a Hair Rig, created a new recipe for a Dough Bait for Carp and Goldfish, stopped at Cabelas and picked up some flytying material (at 30% off), and then rigged up the "homemade method feeder" with the Hair Rig!

Now once the rain stops, hope to see what bites on the Dough Bait using the "homemade method feeder" and Hair Rig!

PS:  Did place an order with Bass Pro Shops for a Carp Rod and Big Carp Tackle for Method Feeders.  Hope the packages arrive in the next week.  Going to try having some fun with a fe Carp and Koi in the area,.. we hope!

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