I think this is the best budget reel, I ordered it as gift to my classmate. He is a newbie to BFS, the DWU would be a good way to get the feet wet first.
Rod: DANKUNG BIOW Rod
reel: tshurinoya Dark Wolf Ultra (DWU)
line: ultra tough 5lb
leader: asuka gv 12lb
Finally hit one of my usual creek here in Malaysia with my new setup- Silver Creek rod and Kestrel reel!
I'm blown away with the reel, I have so much of an easier time casting the light stuff with it versus my Curado bfs.
I read product description above, and hesitated...now I think I've made a very good decision. Overbraked is easy to fix by adding some grease.
A very nice fall color fly rod. It has a medium-fast action . I think it is the same fiberglass material as Kabuto, but different design philopsophy. and finish is not as good as Kabuto's. Overall speaking, for that price I am very happy . I am seeking orange fly line backing and orange fly line that matches well with this rod.
This rod is softer, less stiff than my other rod, very good casting accuracy within at least 40-foot range Soft presentations possible within 32-37 feet. I think there are a lot of technique in the rod's material. I would highly recommend this rod for the anglers cast very light lure.
I pre-ordered it from DANKUNG before it's released officially. It's a companion reel of DWU.
The different finish and braking system, diffrent gear ratios( DWU is 7, this reel is 6 or 8).
I have waited the budget 8 gear ratio BFS reel for a long time, there is a JDM 8 gear ratio I love too, but the price is 3-time of this one.
High gear ratio is very important for my water current( i fish upstream). Its glossy finish is what I love. If you like DIY, you will find changing bearings easier than DWU.