Overview
Meticulously crafted to be unbelievably light yet pack a heavy punch, the KastKing Kestrel Carbon Body SFS Spinning Reels are a finesse angler’s dream come true. Weighing in at a featherweight 4.6-ounces, the Kestrel Carbon Body SFS Reels feature a full carbon fiber frame that is enhanced with 7075- and 6061-aluminum components that combine to keep weight to the absolute minimum and strength powerfully high. The minimal weight makes these reels perfect for pairing with your favorite ultra-light setups, yet their stout carbon fiber drag systems make them a powerful match for battling trophy-caliber bass.
The KastKing Kestrel Carbon Body SFS Spinning Reels’ strength and agile weight are equally matched by their buttery-smooth performance and smart components packages. Keeping the Kestrel Carbon Body SFS Reels operating effortlessly are eleven double-shielded stainless-steel bearings that help ensure a premium with every rotation. In addition to the industry-leading bearings, aluminum main shafts, drive gears, and solid brass pinion gears are housed internally for optimal operation on the water. Completed with a shallow cut CNC 6061 aluminum braid-ready spools for ultimate convenience, the KastKing Kestrel Carbon Body SFS Spinning Reels are a match made in finesse heaven.
-Full Carbon Fiber Frame
-11-Bearing System
-Carbon Fiber Drag Washers for 10lb Max Drag
-7075 Aluminum Main Shaft & 2014 Aluminum Drive Gear
-Solid Brass Pinion Gear
-Shallow Cut CNC 6061 Aluminum Braid-Ready Spool
Specifications
Model | Retrieve | Gear Ratio | Weight | Line Cap. | Bearings | |
KRLSPNKS-SFS10GS | Right/Left | 6.2:1 | 4.6 | 4/80, 6/65 | 10BB + 1RB | Buy Now |
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Comments: I did a review on this reel. It is super nice, feels refined, overall a good reel for the money. Comparing it to my nasci, they are extremely similar. The nasci 500 I have weight a whole ounce and a half more than this reel, and this is the 1000 size reel. Can't wait to compare the kestrel to my shimano Miravel 1000 that is on the way.
From: FishThe704: North Carolina 3/8/23
Comments: I had been looking for a lightweight reel for my UL rod. Feedback from Icast sounded positive. I ordered on 8-12 knowing it would be on backorder. It got here 9-2 which was earlier than expected. Took it out today(9-3) and I am very pleased. It is smooth with no slop at all. Drag is very smooth and strong with no jerkiness at all. I caught a three pound bass with no issues. The smooth linear pull made fighting the fish much easier. This is a great reel at a great price. I have a Shimano Vanford 1000 and it gives up very little to it at half the price.This reel is mated to an Old 18 Buoyancy UL rod and balances perfectly. The combo weighs 7.4 ounces total.
From: Eddie: Houston, TX 9/3/22