I throw flies on ultralight spin stuff and I usually tie the fly on with a non slip loop like I would fly fishing and pinch on my weight about 6 inches upЎat https://www.reddit.com/r/BFSfishing/comments/1177nfr/glassfiber_bfs_and_...
That's unbelievable, I will try it with my Glassfin rod
We have many top notch JDM rods and reels, especially the top creek fishing rods (Anglo, Fenwick(Japan), Abu(Japan), M-AIRE, TENRYU, Casket, SMITH, Daiwa, Shimanoo, Majorcraft etc), some of them are not brand new, but at least 92% new.
Here are Anglo rod and Fenwick rod we just sell to our users.
Take the Fenwick(Japan) for example, we currently have below models in stock.
Fenwick WCE510Y CJ-4J
FS49CUL-3J
FS53CL-3J
WCE510Y-CL-4J
WCE 510Y
WCE66SL-5J
LINKS 510Y-CLZ
GW60CULJ
GFS47CUL-5J
MG50LC-3P(M-AIRE)
....
Please contact us if you want any brand of high end JDM rods or reels. You need tell us the model you want or the brief description of your fishing
scenario.
Please note, DANKUNG GLASSFIN has same fiber glass material & simialr fishing experience with high end Japan glass creek rods.
If you have no any experience of glass creek rod, I suggest you begin with a GLASSFIN rod which is much much lower price.
Much to my surprise, I just learnt the Fenwick(Japan Branch) is a very professional glass rod builder. Can I buy Fenwick glass rod that made in Japan from DANKUNG?
Below is what I learnt from Facebook
Courtesy of Facebook BFS group
There have been two different Fenwicks since 1971. Many Americans remember the classic glass Fenwick sticks from the old days which were some really fantastic rods and still nice by even today's standards. Like most classic American fishing brands, they were purchased by a conglomerate, the quality of materials went south, labor went elsewhere, and now we have a Fenwick in America that largely builds generic products like anybody else. Well, on this side of the Pacific anyway.
So let's go back to 1971. Trout fishing is as popular or more popular in Japan than it is here. Back then, Tiemco became an authorized distributor and manufacturer of Fenwick rods for the Japanese market. They imported the blanks from here, spun them up, and put them on shelves complete with Fenwick's branding. With Tiemco controlling the brand in Japan, they were immune from the Pure Fishing takeover and now there are two Fenwicks, both cut from the same cloth, and both offering completely different products. While Fenwick here took the generic approach, the classic Fenwick still lives on in Japan, making higher end rods from fiberglass for trout and bass fishermen.
I was probably the most early user of GLASSFIN rod, I ordered it 2 years ago.
For me, the Glassfin rod is a very good small-middle trout rod on small creeks to medium rivers.
I also have a Anglo rod(luckily I got it at only 550 dollars,now the price doubled). In terms of performance , it's closed to anglo, just keep improving it from current baseline towards the best trout glass fishing rod. About comparison to another famous glass rod, the major craft major craft finetail glass rod, Glassfin in fact is quite different rod from Finetail glass rod which is more like a graphite rod although it's named as 'a glass rod'. So from a glass rod standpoint, Glassfin is much better than Fintail rod, on recovery, casting predictability, lure twitch, accuracy, hooksetting etc. Wish DANKUNG make new editions of GLASSFIN rod for larger trout, maybe a pure glass material can not do this, a blend of graphite and glass or boron material must be using ? I am not material expert, just share the ideas & advice.
I wish this is not off-topic.
I not care much about the material of Japanese(or Chinese) glass rod, while I am very interested in flick casting of their Glass rod.
Flick casting is not just aesthetic, but also very functional in fishing.
The best way to mastering flick casting efficiency and accuracy is to load the rod up and let the rod itself do the work launching the lure for you.
So instead of winding up and reaching way back to hurl the rod with your whole body,
it's more of a tight, circular sidearm whip that loads the rod tip and flicks the lure out there. it's an aesthtical motion like the dancing, you will be addictive to it.
More important, it's very useful cast in narrow spot where other casting can not be done at all.
Some guys use two hands to make sidearm flick cast, one over the reel seat where you would normally hold a rod and one on the rod butt. That's a more effective way, but is not necessary in most cases, I love flick casting as I please. Just enjoy doing it.
Drop the lure down 6 to 8 inches from the tip and begin your fist flick casting.
Glassfin rod flick casting, so cool
Just received my Calcutta Conquest BFS reel last Friday from DanKung. It has been out of stock at digitaka and other JDM website. will use it in Octoher, I am horrible busy these days
I got Calcutta Conquest BFS reel from Dan Kung in 2020, and the orange glassfin rod in 2021. They are just perfect match.
Conquest BFS is excellent at overall smoothness. The solid construction and aesthetic feel...
video
https://v.douyin.com/6QDCWHb/
The rumor is circulating that new Conquest BFS will be released in 2022. It reminds me of Iphone 14 just released some days ago.
As you know, Steve Jobs' daughter mocks Apple's iPhone 14 with a meme, hinting it's the same as the previous model.
Just Wish new Conquest BFS is not like Iphone 14, there are some new features I am expecting.
1: Faster gears, 7.4 is the best in my opinion
2: the new FTB/spool and braking system
3: slightly smaller frame.
4: refine the side plate
5: multiple color option rathe than just gray.
yours?
I got Calcutta Conquest BFS reel from Dan Kung in 2020, and the orange glassfin rod in 2021. They are just perfect match.
Conquest BFS is excellent at overall smoothness. The solid construction and aesthetic feel...
video
https://v.douyin.com/6QDCWHb/
The rumor is circulating that new Conquest BFS will be released in 2022. It reminds me of Iphone 14 just released some days ago.
As you know, Steve Jobs' daughter mocks Apple's iPhone 14 with a meme, hinting it's the same as the previous model.
Just Wish new Conquest BFS is not like Iphone 14, there are some new features I am expecting.
1: Faster gears, 7.4 is the best in my opinion
2: the new FTB/spool and braking system
3: slightly smaller frame.
4: refine the side plate
5: multiple color option rathe than just gray.
yours?
Thumb up to Mr.Hobie Won,
When you guys are talking about philosophy of glass rod,
He is field testing with Glassfin rod + new Roro AX22 spool for the Daiwa Gekkabijin, Alphas AIR Tw and Silver Creek AIR TW.
I live on the Black Sea shore in Constanta City, that's in the SE part of Romania called Dobrogea.....
The new rod that I purchased is a fiberglass glass rod called Glassfin finesse rod, from a website in China....
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Matched this Glassfin rod with my Calcutta Conquest BFS, and this rod is a serious tool for me now on the water.
CASTING:
I am finding it very easy to adjust my timing to get more accurate. I have casted everything from a 1.2 gram spoon with no hook (for practice) to 4.5 gram minnow lures on the water and the action of the rod is just slow enough that I can time my release accurately, but fast enough for speedy recovery of the rod tip to rest. I really like how this rod casts. It is a joy to use on the water.
ACCURACY
The fast recovery of the rod tip makes the Glassfin rod SIGNIFICANTLY, like miles better than the Aioushi I had and loved. The rod tip recovery is VERY GOOD. Performance wise, the Aioushi is a mere toy compared to this. This is a serious rod and casts like a serious rod...I am finding that I am getting increasingly accurate with this rod and the action and recovery no doubt contributes a large part to this.
DISTANCE
For me distance is useless without accuracy with a tool like this and the bulk of my use case for this rod is for close quarters work within 40 feet. WIth a 4.5 gram lure I am now able to hit a targeted pocket some 50-60 ft away almost consistently with a sidearm cast, this I believe to be helped in large part by the nicely dialed in action of the rod, and the fast recovery of the rod tip. Close in casting is effortless to get accuracy. The softer tip of the Aioushi made under hand casting easier to time (but that rod was also FAR FAR less predictable, sometimes it would buckle), but I think with practice I will be able to gain similar proficiency and with better distance for low trajectory underhanded casts with the Glassfin.
AESTHETICS
CAVEAT: Aesthetics are a VERY VERY personal thing and do not affect the performance of the rod AT ALL. Cork work is super clean and the hardware too is clean and simple, but I would have preferred higher quality cork on this (what they used isn't poor quality either so this is a minor quibble). The metal hardware is spartan and well produced, very clean and easy to handle, but I would have preferred heavier metal and a shinier finish on them. I would have personally preferred more muted colors for the wraps for a more subtle look but that's personal taste. The reel seat could be more refined but here again - Personal taste. The spigot ferrules are well made and VERY well fitted - high quality work, with the minor minor issue of the yellow epoxy showing thru the translucent white rod blank - Does NOT affect performance or fit in any way.
SUMMARY
Well made rod with serious performance, accuracy and feel. Makes me wonder why anyone needs to spend any more money for a big dollar stream BFS rod. I am really enjoying this rod. Nicely done DANKUNG Davis....First impressions are very good! I caught 12 smallmouth bass on my first outing with this outfit with the biggest one measuring 12" and bring it in was easy. I get the feeling the rod can handle bigger fish.
Thanks for all the listening to feedback, and all your hard work on getting this rod out to market! I would recommend this to anyone who is picking this genre of fishing up looking for a rod not just as a beginner set up, but as a rod someone can grow into as they get more skilled. This is NOT a toy.
Agree most of them, I have several UD glass rods (Glassfin rod and some JDM rods). Here is my view of it.
UD glass trout rods are an excellent choice for anglers who are looking to optimize their trout fishing experience. These rods are typically slower and have more flex, which makes them ideal for cushioning the jumps and head shakes of trout, allowing for a smoother and more enjoyable fishing experience.
One of the main advantages of UD glass trout rods is their versatility. Unlike other types of rods that are specifically designed for trout fishing, UD glass rods can be used for a variety of fishing applications. Of course, UD glass rod is very good for trout fishing.
Another advantage of UD glass trout rods is that they are well-suited for both beginners and experienced anglers alike. The slower action and greater flex of these rods make it easier for beginners to cast and present their bait or lure effectively, while still providing the sensitivity and control that experienced anglers require.
In addition, UD glass trout rods are known for their durability and longevity. These rods are built to withstand the rigors of trout fishing and can provide years of reliable service if properly cared for.
Overall, if you're looking to get the most out of your trout fishing experience, a UD glass trout rod is definitely worth considering. With their slower action, greater flex, and versatility, these rods can help you catch more fish and enjoy your time on the water to the fullest.