Daiwa BG 4000 REVIEW! (10/10 - This Reel DELIVERS!!)

[@NFL88]

BGs are tanks. We fish round reels for big blue cats around Jordan Point. Took the 4000 a few time to see how it would fare...Not really what it was designed for, 6-8 oz lead w/fish approaching triple digits having a 90 degree pull in medium current. It holds up just fine. I've seen okumas bind up with big fish at the boat due to the flex of the frame. The BG's aluminum frame and gear train simply dont budge.

[@ZackBostick]

Oh absolutely! I have a few of the avenger series and had em fail on cownose and a catfish. Lol, they dont like being used much as a gotcha plug reel either! Plastic arm :/ Been looking around for a 1500 or 2000 to get..might have to go BG again lol

[@Foodhunterpnw]

Thanks for the review man, I got one delivered to me tomorrow I’m excited.

[@ZackBostick]

For sure! I still have this exact same one from the video and years later, still working great!

[@gardyian2258]

I just ordered mines today can’t wait to use it

[@jeffsomebody6463]

Hello tx for the awesome review. is the handle reversable ? i reel in the line with my right hand. thankyou

[@ReelinEm]

Haven’t bought my first Jetty/Surf fishing rod , but would u say the 4000 or 6500 on hunting for bull reds and 30+ inch drum? And what size rod

[@ZackBostick]

4000 with 20 or 30 braid is plenty line. As far as the rod, it depends. Sometimes you want or need to reach the fish, so a lot of people use 9 foot or longer.

[@mehyomoallem4314]

daiwa bg4000 = shimano 8000+ just for a comparison. the drag is very powerful , casts far but mainly for heavy setups. ive used it for 2+ years now not fruitful in shallow waters for jigging good for 80m+ depth this will allow you to jig . shallower waters is overkill.

[@ZackBostick]

Understood! Most shallow water fisheries here would most def not need this much a a reel by any means. Lot of 2/2500 fishing :) i have very little experience with using it vertical jigging as I don’t fish offshore much. But I would imagine it would be a good matchup for certain species and depths. What do you jig for?

[@halfnelson6115]

How are the reels holding up? I just found 2 4500's out in my shed on Ugly Stik Big Water rods. They're brand new, still got that tags on them. They must've been my fathers. They still reeling in fish? Have they been reliable?

[@ZackBostick]

Actually made a video for a 5 year review! Should be posting soon. To break it down, very good reels! Very good find!

[@chrismagory9423]

Are you a right handed person do you use the handle on the left or right side of the reel

[@ZackBostick]

I’m right handed. I spin with left. Conventional, I retrieve with right. Baitcasters, left.

[@BallinKing452]

I'm in a tossup between the BG and the kastking kapstan. I live in Florida and I do a lot of soft plastics in grass flats and pompano jigs on the beach and lures on the peir under lights for snook. whats your thought?

[@ZackBostick]

I haven’t personally used the Kapstan but have used Kastking products and they have come a long way. But if they were both in front of me, I’d pick up the BG, but not a 4K size for that type of fishing.

[@BallinKing452]

What size would you recommend

[@ZackBostick]

3500

[@joecarreiro7847]

Cant decide between a 3500 vs 4000. Want to fish off piers in florida while on vacation

[@ZackBostick]

Depends on what you plan to fish for and how. Not wayyy to much difference in the size and weight, but if I had both of em in front of me, and had to pick one, it’s be the 4

[@stevensilva1350]

I got a BG4500, son has dropped in the sand idk how many time, very few cons. It’s still silky smooth. I have a Shimano twin power an obv that’s gona be little smoother but the bg is the best bang for buck compared to the sphyeros which is a really reaalky nice reel too.

[@ZackBostick]

Absolutely! I have since bought a few more sizes and all have been bullet proof :) I had had my eye on one of those Shimanos!!

[@stevensilva1350]

I’ve been trying to find a saltist MQ an everywhere I go, out of stock. So I think that’s going to be the next purchase.

[@Khyro69]

can i catch like a smaller shark with this? if not would like a 4500, or a 5000 work.

[@ZackBostick]

Absolutely! I’ve caught plenty of smaller sharks with mine. Targeting larger sharks and or certain species of shark, may want to get a larger reel for more line capacity/stronger test. You can catch 8 foot sand tiger sharks on em but would be a different story, say same size but a species like a hammer or white.

[@Khyro69]

@@ZackBostickThank you, Ill make sure to get in some this summer!

[@thebuzz2010]

Hi, can you recommend a rod or good rod size for this reel, lure fishing 10-20 grams, light on the go fishing. Thanks

[@ZackBostick]

For this size reel, pairing with a rod that throws 10 to 20 may be a bit over kill. With this reel, I am generally pairing it with a 9 or 10 foot, throwing lures around 2 to 3 ounces. But it is very versatile :)

[@MrTaz-jz7ym]

Penn battle 3 or bg? 4000

[@J.SFishing]

Is BG still produced by the Daiwa company?

[@ZackBostick]

I’m not sure how many they are currently producing but I know that tackle shops still carry them brand new. Such a solid reel.

[@gadidavis87]

Did you ever use any bait feeder reels? I caught lots of monster flatheads and blue cats over 9yrs with a okuma avenger bait feeder till the handle broke. I upgraded to the shimano baitfeeder but I liked the okuma better. I think I will try this daiwa reel

[@ZackBostick]

I have used them for sure! Sonetimes it is like that, the cheaper option might be a tad weaker but more enjoyable :) Last one I used was a Penn. But I havnt used them much lately. I kinda use the same idea of a bait runner/feeder with my conventional. Freespool with clicker, fish hits, enguage, drag ready to go!

[@frostizz2072]

I love my avenger gadi

[@alpacarlo]

Hello, could this bg 4000 be suitable for a popping rod MH 7.4 ft, 40-80g, 6 kg drag?

[@ZackBostick]

Depends on what class of fish you’re fishing for. 4K would pair great with that rod for certain targets. Simple answer, larger fish, yes. Smaller fish, go smaller size reel. They can hold a lot of braid. Are you throwing out bait or lures? Keep in mind the total weight of your set up, especially if you’re casting lures all day.

[@alpacarlo]

@@ZackBostick thanks a lot for your helpful reply and opinion! Very much appreciated it! I ‘m actually planning to use it to cast artificial lures (poppers, stickbaits, minnows) to tease Spanish makerel, queen fish, medium GT, etc etc. Size between 2 to 8 kg

[@isaactheguitarist4918]

Best pound braid for surf fishing?

[@ZackBostick]

There is a lot of variables. What are you targeting with what kind of set up? Generally when I am running. 4-5k reel I am using 30 to 50 lb braid.

[@Skinny_Boy22]

Would you say this could catch snook?

[@ZackBostick]

Oh absolutely! Depending on the class of snook, you can go with different sizes. But most definitely!

[@frostizz2072]

I kinda want the bg with more chrome and what size you think is good for small snook, mackereral, trout etc

[@ZackBostick]

2k would work fine. 2500 and 3k would pair nicely but depends on what size line and all that. Are you throwing jigs..bombing baits..that sort of detail. I’d imagine you’re talking about jigs.

[@gabrielgonsalves6532]

Is the diwa bg 4500 airbail saltwater spinning reel made in Japan.

[@ZackBostick]

Which model are you referring to?

[@fakrulamin1594]

Can you suggest the size for 7'6 popping rod?

[@ZackBostick]

What fish are you targeting?

[@fakrulamin1594]

@@ZackBostick monster catfish like redtail, chaop raya and more

[@ZackBostick]

Black hole graphite would be an amazing rod for that but those run a bit more expensive. Carbon shields run a lot cheaper. Shoot, dark matters are like $250. Lots of options man

[@levigreen2154]

I have a 7.6 medium heavy saint croix, would you recommend the BG 4000 for a medium heavy rod?

[@ZackBostick]

What do you plan on targeting. In general, a 4K may be a bit much for a 7.6 but trust me, I have used it on em! Better to have too much than not enough, but it gets heavy over time. 2.5 or 3k prolly suite that rod better, especially is throwing jigs or lures.

[@ibogames3915]

My spool of my daiwa bg 3000 feld off in freshwater idk if it is a problem for my spool...

[@ZackBostick]

Should be fine but I would still give it a good rinse and teat it to make sure there is no debris in it that can bind anything up. Give er a test run :)

[@ibogames3915]

@@ZackBostick thank u !

[@markdavid1479]

I love the bg only Con is thin bale wire

[@ZackBostick]

Love em, but yes the bail wire is a bit flimsy :/

[@markdavid1479]

@@ZackBostick I’ll always prefer the battle 3 over the bg

[@JustinCaseJustin]

Hello sir This reel is better than Penn Spinfisher VI 4500 ?

[@ZackBostick]

Hello! Depends on what you are using it for. I personally really like the spinfishers. They are both pretty comparable, but the selling point to me that in itself-the price. But if you have one, no huge reason to switch to the bg. Both are awesome reels!

[@chrismagory9423]

If your right handed would you use the lever on the right or left

[@ZackBostick]

What do you mean?

[@devincollier8587]

I just picked up the Bg4000 and am stumped on which rod I should buy. I just plan on beach fishing. Anyone have any suggestions on a great rod for this reel?

[@ZackBostick]

Awesome purchase! Let me ask you, are you going to be throwing weights and bait or lures at your beach? You can try to get a rod that can do both, but depends on what kind of surf you are fishing. I.E. I have a rod that is rated to 12oz and the water I usually fish needs at least an 8oz to hold bottom, makes for a horrible lure rod. Tica makes a great product that is affordable! Lmk what or how you intend to fish that water and I’ll give ya some suggestions ;)

[@devincollier8587]

@@ZackBostick thanks for the reply! I’m not a huge lure guy, never had any luck with them. I’m in Florida and will be bottom fishing. The weights I’ve been told to use are 2-3 oz.

[@ZackBostick]

Tica would make a great overall purchase! $100-$200 ish. Depending on model. Cheaper route would be Penn. the Prevail and Battalion models are under $100 and can throw that weight no problem!!

[@loklokoppa9255]

The Star rod surf is great. Okuma rockaway is very promising as well too.

[@loklokoppa9255]

Gotta go 10 foot +.

[@celo456celo]

I am trying to pair this real with a rod ... any suggestions?

[@ZackBostick]

What are you fishing for, primarily?

[@celo456celo]

Sea bass & Scup

[@ZackBostick]

Boat or from shore

[@ZackBostick]

If from land, I’d look into tica that can handle the weight you need to throw when casting. Other more affordable options are Penn. like the Battalion or Prevail.

[@srirajphotography2175]

I needed a bail wire set can you help me am from kerala (india )

[@ZackBostick]

Hello to India! Best place for that is straight from the manufacturer. Sometimes you can find them randomly on eBay, but shipping may be a bit of a hassle.

[@trestenpangan4973]

What brand braid do you use

[@ZackBostick]

That is power pro, but I use that and J braid mostly :)

[@Liinglingg]

the silver lock piece sometime hit the top of the drag is that normal?

[@Liinglingg]

it also wouldn’t fully open sometime depends on how low or high it is depending on how low u reel it in to set

[@ZackBostick]

Nooo! The bail wire is bent! Not the end of the world but I would replace :)

[@razdog76]

IMHO, if you fish fresh and saltwater, this reel and 20# braid does it all.

[@ZackBostick]

For sure! I agree. ☝️

[@Jebemtebe]

Is it good for fast jigging?

[@ZackBostick]

Plenty of people use and love em for that! Although it may not be the top choice for the pros, it’s a great option for a cheaper price!

[@danielzinni1173]

Nice video bro. Might have to get one. Went and got the penn battle 3 8000. Not sure when I'm gonna use but hey. Seems best. Keep them videos coming bro

[@ZackBostick]

Battles are awesome! Im sure you will pull in some monsters with bait on the 8000! Will do Daniel, thanks for the support :)

[@joeycousy5036]

great video.battle 2 and 3 are great and around the same price point.

[@ZackBostick]

Those are great reels too for sure man!

[@danieledwards4274]

Nice. Ill buy a Daiwa next bc they seem to have fans! My Penn battle ii line has treated me great!

[@ZackBostick]

Go for it man! Tbh I really like Penn too, but I just never catch anything on em!! Daiwa the way to go :)

[@bigbthebiggerballer3579]

Need that sponsorship!

[@ZackBostick]

Thatd be Balllin! Haha!

[@billmadison74]

Great video Love my 5000

[@rodnreelmatt]

thanjs

[@tarponpete1086]

Best for the money

[@ZackBostick]

For sure!

[@lynoj777]

Video has too much side tracking. Viewers will click out. Better go straight to the point

[@ZackBostick]

Hard to take advice from someone with a channel like yours 😂 Kid playing chess - 43 views…. Yikes