Shimano 25SLX BFS XG

$170.79 USD

Shimano 25SLX BFS XG

$170.79 USD

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Gear ratio8.2:1
Weight170 g (6.0 oz)
Max drag3.5 kg

Description

The SLX BFS is Shimano's freestyle baitfinesse casting reel, rebuilt around a new ultra-duralumin spool (32mm diameter / 22mm width) for low-trajectory casts with light lures. Shimano's FTB (Finesse Tune Brake System) applies a centrifugal magnet brake directly to a brakeless, lightened spool, reducing backlash and smoothing long casts. A lightweight, rigid HAGANE body and a carbon cross drag washer round out the core spec, with Exciting Drag Sound, an S3D-cut spool, S A-RB bearings and Super Free Spool. Shimano positions the SLX BFS for black bass, mountain-stream (trout) fishing, and light saltwater work.

This is the XG spec: gear ratio 8.2, max drag 3.5kg, self-weight 170g, spool diameter/width 32/22mm, max retrieve 82cm per handle turn, 42mm handle, 5 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing. Fluorocarbon line capacity: 6lb-45m / 8lb-45m. PE line capacity: 0.6-150m / 0.8-130m / 1.0-100m.

Japanese product name: 25SLX BFS.

Shipping & returns

Reel shipping depends on the reel's packed weight and is priced at checkout, before you pay.

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Reel type: Baitcast
Gear ratio: 8.2:1
Max drag: 3.5 kg
Weight: 170 g (6.0 oz)
Ball bearings: 5+1
Line capacity: Fluorocarbon 6lb-45m / 8lb-45m; PE0.6-150m / 0.8-130m / 1.0-100m
Best for: Black bass, mountain-stream trout, light saltwater
Target species: Largemouth Bass, Australian Bass, Golden Perch, Trout, Perch, Flathead
Model: 25SLX BFS XG

Information

The drivetrain

A new ultra-duralumin 32/22mm spool and Shimano's FTB magnet brake acting directly on a brakeless spool let light lures cast on a long, low trajectory with minimal backlash, and Super Free Spool keeps spin-up quick off the cast.

What it's built for

A baitfinesse all-rounder for light bass presentations and small hardbaits and spinners on mountain-stream trout, and light saltwater work where a compact, castable reel suits small lures better than a spinning setup.

How it fishes

The XG's 8.2:1 ratio and 82cm per turn suit quick lure control and fast slack pickup with light jigs, small crankbaits and spinners worked at a brisk pace.

Spools and spares

Suits a 6-7ft light or ultralight baitfinesse rod, 4-8lb fluorocarbon or PE0.6-0.8 with a light fluorocarbon leader.

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We aim to beat your local price. We ship direct from Japan, cutting out the overseas middleman, and shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and leave within 3–8 business days, tracked. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

Your order leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. Checkout shows the delivery options for your country, with their price and delivery estimate, before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

US import duty is shown as its own line at checkout, before you pay. Your parcel then travels duty-paid, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine Japanese-market stock, sourced in Japan from an established Japanese wholesaler and shipped straight to you. Never marketplace resellers.