Dream Come True - Kistler Hunt Bait Finesse Series Rods

[@xDx0xUxGx]

Congratulations on living every fisherman's dream of having your own line of rods! Especially considering it's a high end rod from a mainstream brand...

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Thank you. Still can't believe it months later. :P They are by far the nicest rods I've used on an every day basis.

[@cajaormand2114]

Congrats on rod series. Looking to get into bfs. Enjoying your videos.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Thanks - still kind of in disbelief. Been a bit of a quiet fall for a few reasons - but looking forward to a busy year of videos in 2024!

[@JDMerica]

Love the collaboration! Have 7 Kistler rods now including 2 Nitraniums and 2 Heliums. Just ordered the 3x 7'0. My first "BFS" setup was a JDM 2016 Scorpion 71 and a Kistler Magnesium 2 and I still have it. I have been using a Gekkabijin and a Kistler Light 'n Fast since it came out as well. I have 5 of the Kistler chromium reels now and bought some of the BFS whiffle spools to use on the BFS setups with the Gekkabijin.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Very cool! The Light-N-fast uses the same blank as the original 2X BFS prototype. It's a great blank. We just went with a more moderate action on the BFS line per my preferences. mazing company overall - I'm thrilled to be assoicated with them.

[@B.A.Bassangler]

Congrats, you made the big time!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Appreciate the kind words - It's been a thrill, for sure.

[@LoganWolf1984]

I just broke a BFS rod this weekend and in my search for a new one, I found this video. So order placed. I hope it's as good as it appears. My preference for a BFS rod is a multi-taper, fast tip, moderate middle and stiff at the handle. Based on what I saw, the 3x fits the bill. Thanks for the content.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Awesome - Hopefully this fills the need. I've been thrilled with them.

[@LoganWolf1984]

@AnglingwithAaron For most of my BFS fishing, I am using lures that range from a 1/16 oz up to 1/4 oz. I ordered the 6'8" model. Did I make the correct choice?

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@LoganWolf1984 sounds like it. That is the one I expect to be my go to "one rod to do it all" if I'm carrying only one and don't have some specific technique in mind.

[@LoganWolf1984]

@@AaronHuntFishing I have been using it for the past week and love it so far. It handles fish well and loads better than any other bass BFS style rod I have tried. The short handle is the best thing for me. I like to side arm cast from a kayak and it's perfect for both. Thanks again. I will probably get the 6' in the future.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@LoganWolf1984 Awesome. I've been fishing mine nearly every day lately, and just can't get enough! :P In fact I'm kinda sore today! And behind on next week's video. Glad you like it - and the handle length was something we discussed for a while in relation to bank, boat, and wade fishing - but also in regards to balance. so glad that was noticeable as well.

[@chrismcginnisvo]

Hey Aaron! I'm a friend of your sister Jae C. She knows I fish locally here and turned me on to your channel. Enjoying the content! Congrats on the signature rods!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Hey - thanks man! If you know Jae C, are you in the Jewelry industry or into Pickelball? Or both? :P Appreciate the support.

[@chrismcginnisvo]

@@AaronHuntFishing haha! You know her well. We met through Pickleball! But I fish more than I play this time of year lol

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@chrismcginnisvo Lol! I love my sis; she's so passionate about whatever she commits to doing. I appreciate the support, and nice to 'meet'.

[@chrismcginnisvo]

@@AaronHuntFishing She’s a great lady. Her husband is a good guy too. If you’re ever in the area and would like some company fishing, hit me up. I’m sure I could learn a thing or two.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@chrismcginnisvo NM area?

[@Pond_King_Fishing]

Hey Aaron I am definitely going to be ordering one of your rods from kistler. I can't wait to pair it with my brand new Shimano aldebaran bfs my wife just got me. I am going to order the 6'8 light action and can't wait! Tight lines, brother! 🤙💪🎣🇺🇸

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Awesome - I think you'll love it. Here's the link to make it easy for you: kistlerrods.com/products/hunt-bfs-fishing-rods?variant=45512359969065&sca_ref=3753479.fd5ArXuiud

[@JoshB-Fishin]

Great review of the rods. Especially since Kistler and you teamed up to make them. I’ll have to wait till next year to get one though.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Thanks - appreciate it. You'll see plenty more of them int he coming months to get you excited to finally get yours! Appreciate the support and comment.

[@Dariuslynel]

Congrats again!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Thanks again!

[@southwestindianaoutdooradv4714]

Congratulations!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Thanks! Been a fun start to what I hope is an awesome ride!

[@southwestindianaoutdooradv4714]

@@AaronHuntFishing hey man you’re deserving of it! I just added a BFS rod and reel to my arsenal because I’ve been following your channel!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Awesome! Enjoy it - for me it completely changed everything. :P

[@DrDitchpickle]

Right on bro! Looking forward to getting mine soon. Too cool. I'm expecting a demo video of all the models side by side soon lol

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Well they will definitely be in a lot of videos moving forward. The next rod-focused video will be in a few weeks with some guest contributors. Maybe that will get a little more of the comparisons detailed out.

[@DrDitchpickle]

@@AaronHuntFishing awesome. I'll for sure be doing a field test video on mine when it comes in. Looking forward to it

[@uncclifford1877]

I took advantage of the Christmas sale. Not sure which one to get so I bought one of each. Now what reels to get.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

So far my three favorite reels on them are the ones that match the rod performance: the Alderbaran, the CQ BFS, and the Gekkabijin. And the Gekkabijin looks better than i thought it would. I was afraid that red and black would clash with the green rod accents, but it's been fine. If you care about looks. ;P I also used the Gekka to throw 0.75 gram flies while trout fishing on the Hunt BFS- it was a tough day and I think the largest fish came on that fly. Maybe that video will come out in January. We're also still working on a Kistler BFS reel, but release date is currently unknown.

[@dannylee5465]

So i just picked up my 6'8" model today and excited to try it out. I originally ordered the 6' but decided to change to the 3x. one thing that i have a concern with is that the reel seat is not a exposed Fuji model. I will need to try it out to see if this maybe a deal breaker for me. We shall see!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Well hopefully it's not a deal-breaker - enjoy fishing the new rod!

[@dannylee5465]

@@AaronHuntFishing Thanks Aaron. I understand about the two piece seats, but was there a reason you went with the non exposed, just curious.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@dannylee5465 it was the best fit for the size blanks across all sizes. There was not an exposed blank grip from Fuji that properly fit all sizes. I actually find the new grip more comfortable, even though it did seem to add about 2 grams.

[@Walterros45]

I'm big on multipurpose rods, so you can definitely do treblehook and single hook (ned, micro jigs, ect) on these rods? The less I gotta carry in the truck the better, lol. Thinking of grabbing one of each to cover the whole range of BFS baits.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

I have sucessfully fished everything on them so far - from trout spinners to jigs, swimbaits to cranks, ned rigs to buzz baits and whopper ploppers. They don't do the things BFS doesn't do well - Punch rigs and frogs in heavy cover, for example. They're awesome, but they're not magic. :P

[@CS-wp5dz]

I know you love these of course. Differences from Dobyns and Phenix? Just your thoughts.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Can't say. Phenix never made my list because they sell BFS spinning rods... so.... And the Dobyns just never intrigued me enough to try yet. i always picked something else when the decision time came. Major Craft, Shimano, Yamaga, Kistler, Jenko, etc.

[@CS-wp5dz]

@@AaronHuntFishing thank you.

[@douglashunt4958]

That 6ft 4x looks right up my alley. I have a Dobyn's 701 and a Falcon Bucoo SR 5ft. Looking for something in the middle of those two.

[@donaldjudy9887]

Hey Aaron, I’m a Ned Rig fanatic. I fish the Susquehanna and finger lakes regularly. BIG Smallmouth are my weakness. I’m wanting a dedicated BFS Rod just for Ned Rigs. Which rod in the new line would you recommend? I’ve found that if a BFS rod is too soft in moving water, a good hook set can not always be achieved.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Always is a pretty absolute term. I have yet to meet an angler who can always get a good hookset. That being said, these rods are softer than many on the market. I'd go with the (3X) 7 foot model for more leverage and ability to fight those larger smallies. Those light wire ned-rig hooks usually don't require a huge hookset in my experience - but you're the Ned-fanatic. :P I also hate the feeling of laying into a fish on a mega-hookset ( i used to say "I jerked the Gherkins out of em!") and the line just snapping. Another perk of a slightly softer and longer rod. I've only had that happen on a large Pike so far. And I'm still hunting my first pike...

[@donaldjudy9887]

Funny you say that. Several weeks ago I was playing around with a new BFS setup I bought, just stopped after work to see how it threw a 1/16oz Ned. And wouldn’t you know it, first fish I tie into is a 38” Musky! It took 20min but I did manage to land it. Softness and drag, saved the day!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@donaldjudy9887 Nice! I always joke that BFS really stands for "Big Fish System". You don't always need big baits, but sometimes landing them is the challenge - and a large portion of the fun factor - on BFS.

[@donaldjudy9887]

I have been A Kayak tournament fisherman for 13 years. While I do fish larger techniques, 70% of my fishing is with finesse. All of my PB’s have been on finesse techniques, not to mention at 60yo it’s easier to throw all day😂! Good luck with your new line of rods and keep up the great videos.

[@dkk-lb1kp]

Aaron give us a break $299 for a rod that down right crazy… Will still watch the show!!! But probably will never buy your rod😢

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Appreciate the views and comments too. Understood - it's not for everyone.

[@DonnyKarr]

You get what you pay for. Kistler is top-notch when it comes to rod design and performance. There’s nothing wrong with using the cheap brands, but I’ll definitely be getting my hands on one of the Hunt series rods.

[@southwestindianaoutdooradv4714]

I’ve just recently been upgrading to quality rods and there is a huge difference! There is also a huge difference in customer service when you upgrade to quality equipment!

[@dkk-lb1kp]

@@DonnyKarr not true go watch Realistic Fishing he uses a $30 baitcasting combo he has caught hundreds of fish with it proof is in the pudding is what he tells people!!! Being a bougie fisherman sometimes catches you no fish just a empty wallet 😂

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@DonnyKarr Well said. The moment I first fished a Kistler Helium rod, I realized I had been missing out on a lot. So the opportunity to help create a line of BFS rods from Kistler has truly been amazing. But I spent nearly 50 years fishing with everything from cane poles to Zebco 33's that had been fished so much the fiberglass was split, to Shimano, Daiwa, Eagle Claw and ugly sticks. Enjoyed pretty much all of it. But these have taken the experience up another level - or two.

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

If kistler would have stayed with NFC blanks I would still be a customer.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Sounds like you were an NFC customer, not a Kistler customer…

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

@@AaronHuntFishing how so I bought kistler rods when they used those blanks ?

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

@@AaronHuntFishing I still want to try your bfs rod though cause I enjoy your content and I think you’re a stand up guy.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@Daiwa_Is_King Much appreciated. Just sound slike you liked the blanks more than the rod company. Kistler left NFC for a handful of reasons. And the Hunt BFS Blanks are unlike anything Kistler (or NFC) has made before. I personally am a fan of Trey as an individual, the customer service of the organization as a whole, and the amazing rods they offer. Thrilled to get the opportunity to help them create a BFS rod.

[@Daiwa_Is_King]

@@AaronHuntFishing I appreciate the feedback, I was not trying to come off as rude but if I was I apologize. I’m more than likely gonna try your signature series bfs rods because I’ve heard nothing but amazing feedback from them.

[@CS-wp5dz]

I want to buy one of the rods. What is the difference from 3x-4x? I own one Phenix BFS rod. I fish Shimano NRX rods so I know a quality rod. I fish for bass mostly. Which do you recommend? Congratulations also. Huge achievement!

[@AaronHuntFishing]

4X is rated from 0.5 to 6 grams, 3x rated from 1.5 to 10 grams. Appreciate the congrats. Still kind of pinching myself TBH...

[@Cliffhume]

Are these solid or tubular tip?

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Tubular.

[@myth-hc9df]

i would like to know as well, tubular or solid tip?

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Tubular.

[@myth-hc9df]

@@AaronHuntFishing thanks so much, not really wanting a 1 piece but guess i will order th 6'8 before the price changes. appreciate the quick response, first bfs rod for me, going to put an 22 aldebaran on it. i been mainly high end ultralight/light spinning angler jdm mostly

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@myth-hc9df Well, enjoy! That Aldebaran is a great reel for sure.

[@myth-hc9df]

@@AaronHuntFishing ordered the 6'8 since it was tubular and your fast response, thanks very much for the answers. i am sure i will like it

[@TheD510addict]

One thing you can do ( that some high end manufacturers do) is to use CCS measurements to find intrinsic power and angle of action. Mostly done with fly blanks but is getting over to gear blanks as well. That way we as consumers, have objective data points to use in comparing other rods. Power and action and marketing lingo are company specific and most of the time (if you were take actual measurements), actions and powers aren't even consistent between various product lines within the same company.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Good idea! And yeah - the power and action was a bit of a quagmire as I started trying to understand comparables and just what I was buying over the past few years.

[@johnthemachine]

Would've liked to see something 7' 4" or 7' 6"

[@AaronHuntFishing]

We'll keep that in mind for maybe some future releases.

[@AaronHuntFishing]

If you missed the initial announcement and the review of the Kistler BFS prototypes, here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6aagKavnpWMZpI

[@coastchillin]

$350 wow

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Yep - not for everyone. But Wow is also what I said when i first used them, and what I say after every big fish that these rods just handle with ease...

[@coastchillin]

@@AaronHuntFishing ok cool I’m in the market for another high end rod but will this cast 1/8 lures easily??

[@AaronHuntFishing]

@@coastchillin If 1/8 oz is your upper end, the 4X is your target rod. I've caught fish on 1/32 oz total lure weight with the 4X. If 1/8 is the lower end, then the 3x is good. The 3X will cast down to 1/16 easily and then handles up to 3/8 or 13/32 well. They do that while handling larger bass well. Just landed a 20.5" LMB on the 4X Monday during the eclipse. No struggle. www.aaronhunt.net/recommends/kistler-bfs/

[@jeffhawkins900]

These dudes ever fish or just talk about it

[@AaronHuntFishing]

Fish all the time man. headed out again tomorrow.