KastKing Kestrel Elite

PERFECT REEL FOR FINESSE FISHING - The Kestrel Elite BFS (Bait Finesse System) baitcasting reel is the lightest on the market weighing only 4.4 ounces! This reel allows anglers to effortlessly cast lightweight baits farther with greater accuracy while nearly eliminating backlashes. Plus, the minimal weight and comfortable, compact size make the Kestrel Elite a breeze to fish with all day long!
ADVANCED BRAKING TECHNOLOGY - The FAF (Flyout Arc Finesse) Braking system was designed specifically for finesse fishing. Two half-ring magnetic brakes automatically adjust to slow down the spool when braking is needed to prevent backlashes. As the speed of the spool decreases, the magnetic field inside the spool diminishes and the magnets retract to maximize casting distance. There is also an external fingertip brake adjustment dial for fine tuning spool speeds for smaller baits.
INNOVATIVE SPOOL - The ultra-lightweight BFS shallow feather spool weighs only 5.6 grams! The smaller spool excels at handling the smaller diameter lines best suited for finesse fishing. The shallow spool requires less effort to turn and get up to speed, therefore enabling anglers to effectively cast lures down to 1/16 oz.
Below is product description from Kastking official website.
STRENGTH WITHOUT THE WEIGHT - The compact Palm Perfect design (36.5mm height) and magnesium frame reduces the total reel weight to only 4.4 oz. Although the reel is as light as a feather, it doesnЎЇt skimp on power. The main gear and shaft are constructed of hard anodized aluminum and linked to a 100% brass pinion gear. A carbon handle and side plates also keep the weight low while maintaining strength.
ADVANCED LINE GUIDE - The patented LFTV (Low Friction Tapered Vortex) Line Guide decreases the angle at which the line enters the guide, limiting friction during casts. Straighter line and reduced friction results in fewer backlashes and greater distance on casts, both of which are qualities highly desirable among serious finesse anglers.
*There are two editions of this reel, Left Handed and Right Handed. Please choose from select list above.
*Left Handed means holding the rod with right hand and reeling with left hand. Right Handed means holding the rod with left hand and reeling with right hand.

The reel's full magnesium frame and carbon side covers create the lightest baitcaster available at a microscopic 4.4 oz! And it's not just its weight that makes this reel special - it Їs silky smooth with 11+1 double shielded ball bearings and has a fast retrieve speed with an 8.4:1 gear ratio.

-Full Magnesium Frame
-Carbon Side Covers
-Hard-Anodized 7075 Aluminum Main Gear and Shaft
-Carbon Disc Drag System
-CNC Aluminum Handle
-Shallow Aluminum Spool
-Bearings:11BB + 1RB
-Gear Ratio: 8.4 : 1




Above are all info by Kastcasting. Below is DANKUNG's skillful user review after months of fishing with Kestrel. We think it's our responsibility to list various info of a product.

I have been fishing with this reel for months(it's launched in April 2022 here, earlier than it did in US) , this is my experience of it.
Basically it's nice reel, much better than Kastking's other reels. But there are several faults.
I feel it is not very smooth, there is a small noise because the gears are not very precise(I disaseembled a new Kestrel reel and found this).
I don't like its star drag, small reel with a bulk star drag. Aesthetically unappealing
My kestrel reel's drag adjustment is not linear, its hard to set to high end, Max drag is obviously smaller than indicated 13.2lb, estimately about 8lb. The braking system is somewhat aggressive , I mean it's overbraked, but overbraked is better than under in my opinion.
Other than that, it is quite comfortable to use.
As for the brake system, it is quite comfortable to throw 5-7 grams with brake setting to 1.
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