Kestrel Elite Baitcasting Reel – lightweight finesse casting
Lightweight finesse baitcasting reel designed for accurate casts with small baits. Customers note crisp spool release and smooth operation, making it easy to cast 1/32 oz presentations
Highlights
- ultra-lightweight design
- flyout arc finesse braking system
- small shallow spool for finesse lines
Pros
- very lightweight at 4.4 ounces
- crisp spool release
- smooth operation
- handles small baits and finesse presentations
- good drag system
Cons
- limited to finesse applications per design
- external brake adjustment may require setup
Best For
Features
- PERFECT BAITCASTING REEL FOR FINESSE FISHING - The Kestrel Elite (Bait Finesse System) baitcasting reel is the lightest fishing reel on the market weighing only 4. 4 ounces! KastKing Kestrel Elite baitcasting 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 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 1/32 oz.
- STRENGTH WITHOUT THE WEIGHT - The compact Palm Perfect design (36. 5mm height) and magnesium frame reduces the total baitcasting reels weight to only 4. 4 oz. Although the KastKing Kestrel Elite baitcasting reel is as light as a feather
