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Shimano Reel Aldebaran BFS
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Shimano Reel Aldebaran BFS
Shimano Reel Aldebaran BFS
Shimano Reel Aldebaran BFS
Shimano Reel Aldebaran BFS

Reel Aldebaran BFS

The Aldebaran BFS is Shimano’s most advanced ultra finesse baitcasting reel. Designed for the very lightest lure fishing, this technically brilliant, lightweight reel can work with lures as light as 1g and is a serious alternative to the smallest spinning reels.
If you are a lightweight lure specialist who likes to fish with finesse type lure, or for smaller species like trout and perch, you’ll love the Aldebaran BFS. Even anglers who have previously only used spinning reels for their ultra finesse fishing will instantly appreciate the benefits of this model. A quick flick of the rod tip will launch the lightest lures into almost friction-free flight. And if conditions change, or you choose a different weight lure, a quick adjustment of the breaking dial means you always have the perfect brake setting.
The remarkable lightweight casting performance of Aldebaran BFS is provided by the FTB (Finesse Tune Braking) system. This is a combination of magnets and centrifugal force braking which works in harmony with the ultra-light MGL III spool to control breaking. The addition of S3D spool design and SilentTune technology further enhances performance. Adjusted by an external dial, when set in its lowest setting, brake friction is almost imperceptible. But there is much more to the Aldebaran BFS than its remarkable casting performance. Internally Micromodule Gear and X-SHIP deliver smooth, powerful, efficient winding power and the overall weight is reduced by using a HAGANE Body comprising magnesium and CI4+ materials.
Light lure experts who prefer a fast retrieve will appreciate the options of 7.8:1 (HGL) or 8.9:1 (XGL) models, both of which are fitted with Shimano’s Exciting Drag Sound to enhance fish playing.

FEATURE

TECHNOLOGY

HAGANE
MICROMODULE
X SHIP
HAGANE BODY
MGL SPOOLⅢ
SILENT TUNE
FTB
CI4+
CROSS CARBON DRAG
EXCITING DRAG SOUND
S3D
S A-RB
SUPER FREE SPOOL
HAGANE_RL
HAGANE

HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.


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MICROMODULE

The MicroModule Gear technology creates a smooth retrieve by utilizing smaller teeth to increase the number of contact points between the drive gear and pinion gear.


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X SHIP

X SHIP provides improved gear durability. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This increased support allows the gears to stay in the same position under the heaviest loads. X-Ship technology also eliminates the friction between the spool shaft and gear to further benefit anglers with enhanced casting performance and casting distance of lighter lures.


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HAGANE BODY

The HAGANE Body is a metal reel body with high rigidity. The body rigidity and impact resistance virtually eliminate body flexing on the reel while fighting a fish. The result transforms the angler's actions directly into cranking power.


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MGL SPOOLⅢ

MGL Spool III is the low inertia spool that desined with thin spool wall keeping the durability, This contribute to improve the casting performance, quick response, long distance, cast feeling and castabillity.


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SILENT TUNE

By applying slight pressure to the bearing holding the spool, SilentTune reduces the vibration of the bearing during high-speed rotation. This improves the quietness while casting and the rise of the spool rotation becomes even smoother.


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FTB

Shimano developed the Finesse Tune Brake (FTB) to improves casting performance of lightweight lures by eliminating the brake unit from the spool. This revolutionary design further reduces weight beyond traditional spool-porting designs that keep the brake unit attached. When the spool rotation speed increases, these magnets move outward to the spool closer.The backlash is prevented from the increased Brake power.


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CI4+

CI4 is a resin material reinforced with carbon fiber that is lighter and has a higher strength than conventional resin material. CI4+ is an advanced version of the original CI4 material.The rigidity and durability have been greatly improved from original CI4 material while maintaining the lightness of the material, making it possible to reduce the size and weight of the reel.


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CROSS CARBON DRAG

The CROSS CARBON DRAG provides the smooth drag release and the durability.


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EXCITING DRAG SOUND

EXCITING DRAG SOUND technology enables drag sound on a baitcasting reel.


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S3D

S3D SPOOL leads to significantly reduced spool vibration. This creates an smooth feeling when casting.


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S A-RB

S A-RB bearings are put through the same process as Shimano’s A-RB bearings but feature shields on both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the rotation of the bearing.


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SUPER FREE SPOOL

SUPER FREE SPOOL reduces friction on the spool shaft during the cast and enhances casting performance.


LINE-UP

Reel Aldebaran BFS HG Left Hand
Reel Aldebaran BFS XG Right Hand
Reel Aldebaran BFS XG Left Hand

SPECIFICATION CHART

SKU NUMBER

GEAR RATIO

MAXIMUM DRAG FORCE(KG)

MAXIMUM DRAG FORCE(LB)

WEIGHT(G)

WEIGHT(OZ)

LINE CAPACITY / FLUORO(LB-M)

LINE RETRIEVE CRANK(CM)

LINE RETRIEVE CRANK(INCH)

HANDLE LENGTH (MM)

BALL BEARING TOTAL AMOUNT

ALDBFSHGL 7.8 3.5 8 130 4.6 6-45, 8-45 71 28 40 10/1
ALDBFSXGR 8.9 3.5 8 130 4.6 6-45, 8-45 81 32 40 10/1
ALDBFSXGL 8.9 3.5 8 130 4.6 6-45, 8-45 81 32 40 10/1