Jackson Trout Signal Review - BFS Trout Rod (BFS Fishing)

In this video, Jackson Trout Signal Review - BFS Trout Rod (BFS Fishing), Hobie-Wan Kenobi shares his experience with the Jackson Trout Signal BFS trout rod.
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Link to Rod:
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Tackle Used:
REEL: Daiwa Silver Creek AIR TW
ROD: Jackson Trout Signal
LINE: VARIVAS Trout monofilament 4lb
LURE: Jackson Meteora 45
The Jackson Trout Signal is a new budget BFS trout rod for 2024. The cost savings mostly come from sharing most design and components from the Jackson Kawasemi Rhapsody series of rods. The Trout Signal offers great performance within the "budget" class of trout rods. The action is more crisp compared to most rods in the price point and has smooth handling during casting and also fighting trout. BFS trout fishing is often glamorized and is portrayed to cost a lot of money. With current BFS reel offerings and also the wide array of BFS trout rods today, BFS trout fishing is accessible to everyone.
FROM JACKSON LURE:
Trout Signal is a user-friendly rod that allows both advanced and beginner anglers to easily cast and manipulate lures. Sharing components with the higher-end model, Kawasemi Rhapsody, it maintains high quality while keeping the price affordable! Furthermore, the blank colors are selected to blend seamlessly with nature, such as rivers and streams making them visually appealing on social media. With three colors available for each model, you can choose according to your preferred style. Pick up the Trout Signal and explore the diverse styles for trout fishing in streams and areas. You'll surely discover a new world of trout fishing!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

What future content would you link to see?

[@Socalbaitfinesse]

I personally would like to see how you would adjust your approach and adapt to changing conditions ( weather, water color, flow rate, fishing pressure,etc).

[@HobieWanKenobi]

@@Socalbaitfinesse That's a good idea. Flow rate is only by rain here. On waters with reservoirs, there really isn't planned discharges, especially with projected flow rates

[@ecv1112]

My favorite part of your reviews is the fishing! Your videos remind me of old PBS shows in the best way possible. I would love to see just a chill BFS trout fishing video, maybe talking through how you're approaching a new spot. Blueline fishing for trout with BFS is one of my favorite things to do, and not many videos out there of it to enjoy!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I try to be casually informative if that makes sense 😂. I will have some BFS trout fishing content out soon

[@gmpbuilder]

It would be nice to hear what knots you like for tying on lures. Do you ever use snap swivels? Drop weights? Shot? What tippet material? Etc.

[@MrLarrypad]

He is back!!! I thought for a while that you may have been kidnapped by the Sith

[@HobieWanKenobi]

That would never happen.

[@davehugill8565]

Nice to see you back Hobie from the UK, Great content as usual please keep uploading with more videos.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Thanks for the welcome back and yes, I definitely need to upload consistently

[@gmpbuilder]

Your explanation for how to load the rod tip is probably the most useful tip I've ever received. I switched my Curado BFS to 4lb. Twitch Master, and using your advice this combo casts like a dream.

[@gmpbuilder]

I bought this rod after watching this, and fished it with my Curado BFS XG with 8lb. braid (because that's what was on the reel and I didn't have any mono.) Casting was dismal understandably. I have some 4lb. Varivas Twitch Master that I'll try next. So far it's a fun setup because it is so light and maneuverable. Glad you're back.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

The Curado BFS doesn't do too well for stream fishing unless using 4gr and up. I'm glad you are having fun with the BFS trout setup.

[@arnemueller2112]

Man, you are alive….nice to see you again, I really missed your contents. I have one small stream to fish for trout (brown trout). Very limited casting space (flip casts, underhand backhand casts) due to intense brush where I exclusively use 3 short rods (4.2). 2 of which are glass rods (Palms Egeria Native, Major Craft Finetail Stream Glass) and one of which is carbon (Tailwalk Troutia Feerique). Lure weight up to 4 gram => glass rod, 4 to 6 gram carbon rod. Lures mainly minnows…Rapala Ultralight, Duo Ryuki Series and Megabass Great Hunting Series. I absolutely love this kind of mountain stream-ish fishing! Hope you are well and we will see lots more from you! Greetings from Germany…

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Long time coming Arne. I have been away for various reasons. I am back now and will be uploading when able. Although headwaters, this stream is in a swamp 😆

[@arcuriotv6894]

Awesome! I'm glad to see you back at it. Hope you're well. Great video as well.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I'm good. I was busy with other stuff for a while

[@jimmyjimmy4916]

Nice to see you back in action!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Good to be back 😎

[@jimmyandersson3187]

Wonderful, I just received a trout signal trsc 48ul rod. Looked for information on the internet without finding any. And now this video appears. Seems like a good rod for the money.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

It truly is. I meant to edit this video a couple months ago but, competing priorities kept me from doing so. I am glad the rod is treating you right

[@seeforever77]

Great to have you back!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

You will be seeing a lot more of me

[@ShaneJMcNair]

Thank you for sharing 🍺🎣 Like the new logo...

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Thanks for watching Shane.

[@Stickofix]

Happy to see a new video! It would be nice to see a video on BSF jiging and how you are moving the lures and what jigs you are using.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I have been thinking of how to film that with deep panfish. I have a consistent pattern to catch 10" bluegill fishing deep water

[@GoldenTroutBFS]

Great channel sir! Thanks for not pushing the low end Chinese junk so much as others.

[@justinkayce9811]

Here in Japan, they have a 4'3" five piece pack version of this as well not sure if its available in the US yet. TRSC-43UL/5P currently around ¥14,000. perfect for a b/u in my vest pack!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

It will be available in the USA very soon.

[@Socalbaitfinesse]

Good to see you back.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Feels good to be back!

[@leen8939]

Good to see you back . Currently got two glass rods , one is the glassfin but rarely use it now because I’ve got a resilure custom rod that is as good to look at as it is to fish .

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Good to be back! The glassfin is good for the money.

[@speedwolf5212]

Great looking rod, loving the colors and styling! Excellent review! 🏆

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Thanks. The blue looks pretty cool as well.

[@yep.fishing]

What a surprise to see a video pop up from you!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Seeing everyone else make BFS videos inspired me to do the same

[@yep.fishing]

@@HobieWanKenobi definitely in your absence there has been quite a few new creators.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Yeah. Not knocking people making content, just those who hop on a trend and regurgitate what others are saying just to exploit an audience to make money.

[@joge1342]

nice to see from you again 👍👍👍

[@HobieWanKenobi]

🎵And it's been a while, since I last posted. It's been a while, since...🎵

[@Samho1982]

Welcome back, it's been too long!!! Quick question.. budget glass rod like the Dan Kung / Finetail Glass or the Trout signal for creeks and rivers throwing mainly minnows/plugs, spoons and spinners?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Can't really go wrong any way. Small streams, the Dan Kung might be a touch too powerful. The Trout Signal will give you the most versatility of the three rods. If fishing for trout less than 8in, I'd do the Finetail Glass in the UL power

[@luriux]

welcome back!! I would like to see a review for an all around summer bfs pan-fish rod and reel combo! maybe a travel option.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Well...you will see some good summer panfish fishing here soon

[@MrRourk]

Love the color choices. Wish they would offer a 6ft.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I know there are a few people who think the same. I am hoping Jackson makes a longer BFS rod for panfish

[@thesonorandesertangler]

He's ALIVE 🙏🏽

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I walked through the Sonoran Desert soul-searching, finding who and why I am.

[@thesonorandesertangler]

@@HobieWanKenobi It's so hot right now! We've been killing it from bank in this triple digit heat though. If you ever get the chance to come out to AZ you have to fish Lake Havasu for them redear. I'm glad your one with yourself. You helped me get into BFS fishing with your reviews. I landed on the Phenix Classic BFS and the Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse rods. 🏜

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Do you fish Havasu a lot? I been wanting to go there

[@thesonorandesertangler]

@@HobieWanKenobi I'm in Southern AZ, so it's about 6 hours away from me. I go once a year with my family. We get an air bnb and do some bank fishing. The kayak rentals are a must for the redear, because it's such a large body of water. The water is crystal clear too, so it's a sight fishing type of deal. Got to creep up on fish there, because they can see you. They'll hit crustacean lures and live worms. They're absolute pigs though. It's worth it even though it's so crazy hot.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

@@thesonorandesertangler It's a bucket list place for me

[@stevie2733]

Would you be able to make a video on high end vs mid-range vs cheap Fiberglass rods? Also, when are we getting more info on your custom rod?

[@musiba2618]

What make me impress is about his reel clicker sounds 😅

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I love the drag clicking sound

[@Xomgorez]

The GOAT is back. X

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Dont call it a comeback 😎

[@dnullify100]

I'd be Interested in your take on the $125 and $200 (separately) range between China/Japan/USA BFS rods for this half of 2024. There's very few people who are posting content with experience on both ends of the spectrum; $500 JDM imports and $75 Chinese imports. How much in raw performance (casting/sensitivity/action) are you getting by spending $300 on a mid-tier JDM vs $125 on a top-end Chinese rod. My perspective/situation is - while I can save up for a higher end rod; i fish the bank (salt and fresh) and live in an apartment. Stuff happens and babying a $500 rod and having that weight on my mind while fishing isn't comfortable. If i had a boat, with a rod locker and a soft deck - that'd be a different story.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I'll say there definitely are diminishing returns when spending more money on trout rods, and rods in general. Mid-tier rods are nice but, the subtle improvements go unnoticed by most people.

[@bensmith2055]

Got one on ordered from plat hopefully be here in a few day's 68 uk pounds 😮

[@HobieWanKenobi]

That's a pretty good deal. With the yen being low, it's a great time to buy from Japan

[@bensmith2055]

Was wonderingwhy it was cheap ,,,So tempted to get the smaller travel rod one too think it's a 5 pice if I remember,,,see what I think of this one first

[@Clayman5577]

Please do a video on mega bass great hunting huntsman. 6 foot 4 piece .

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I can do one on a shorter version

[@Clayman5577]

thanks I’d appreciate it . I have the 6 it’s a great casting rod down to 3 grams .

[@HobieWanKenobi]

They have pretty complex tapers that handle a wide range of lures and fish

[@parallaxfree109]

I just got into BFS, as of now I have the zephyr ( clicker) on a 4'8 ul rod. So far the lowest I can go is 1/8 with no issues. 1/16th I get nesting if I don't focus.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

The Zephyr is a decent reel for the money. If you put some aftermarket bearings in there, it might do slightly better. I would skip that though and jump to a different reel if you want to go lighter. Just focus on casting lures you will actually use and dont fall into the hype of casting micro lures you wont actually fish with.

[@parallaxfree109]

Your idea of budget is not the same as mine. Over $100 is not budget that's mid range.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

It is all relative. This price range is considered "budget" because many people associate trout BFS fishing with expensive gear. There are many decent rods at less cost than this one.

[@IronMikeyT]

@@HobieWanKenobi "Just focus on casting lures you will actually use and dont fall into the hype of casting micro lures you wont actually fish with." the most based and arguably the most important statement someone can say about bfs fishing. theres people who consistently catch fish.... and theres people who make skunk reports of their .7g lures they were throwing. just something i noticed.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

@@IronMikeyT So many people hype things for clicks. A responsibility, at least I think, for content creators focusing on reviewing products and educating is to be objective and also to ensure by the end of the video, the viewer walks away with a better understanding of what they are trying to learn.

[@surphvision]

Do you think you will be testing the Bates hondo it’s?

[@yep.fishing]

2:42 could be an illusion but that left knob looks bent in

[@HobieWanKenobi]

That's the last time I let Criss Angel use my reel 🪄

[@yep.fishing]

@@HobieWanKenobi just call him, he can probably straighten it over the phone, FaceTime at worst

[@abelabner]

Thank you for the knowledge drop, video, and continuing the sick lip blade!!! Although where I live in FL we don't have stream Trout fishing, however I find myself having a need/want for a short glass flick type rod due to fishing canals that have limited access for full casting due to trees, brush, & the like. Any suggestions on a more budget end BFS rod of that type that could handle potentially Large Bass, Cichlids, & Peacocks? Thanks much as always much appreciated!

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Dang...thats tough. Id recommend a glass rod just for the durability. You could hook into some pretty big fish down there. Might be better off getting a short Ugly Stix and some braided line.

[@abelabner]

@@HobieWanKenobi What about a cheaper Chinese glass rod of some kind, as if it breaks somehow not a lot of money wasted. I’m seeking that type of precision casting under overhanging brush etc. as you perform on those mountain streams. On many of the canals the conditions are quite similar as far as casting from tight spaces to those aforementioned areas. Thanks for the input, what is the model of Ugly stick you are recommending?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

There is the Dankung fiberglass rod that has quite a bit of backbone for its size.

[@abelabner]

@@HobieWanKenobi Thank you for your input, I actually was thinking about that exact rod as an option. Tight lines!

[@johnballew4582]

Just purchased Jackson Trout Signal rod and matched it up with ARK Gravity BFS reel. What line do you recommend? What lures, spinners and jig heads do you recommend for a beginner with this style of fishing. I will be fishing small -medium sized creeks in S.E. Minnesota.

[@mr.random8447]

Ever used the Megabass Great Hunting Huntsman?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

I have a little. One of my friends has one and it's pretty nice.

[@mr.random8447]

Also, how do you handle bears when stream fishing?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Usually a kick to the gut then a Stone Cold Stunner

[@mr.random8447]

@@HobieWanKenobi 😂

[@HobieWanKenobi]

🍻🐍

[@pnw_element9822]

Edge rod

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Which one?

[@GreyGhostChaser]

Yea which one?!??

[@piesquared1025]

nope, way over priced.

[@HobieWanKenobi]

Compared to other rods in its price point, it is pretty good. Hard to find a carbon rod that has a mod fast taper without being a noodle to cast

[@philliplawson2932]

Hey Hobie good to see you back brother nice looking rod is it comparable to the Palms Egeria?

[@HobieWanKenobi]

@@philliplawson2932 The Palms Egeria is slower in taper and less power.