Had the same gap between line and rim of spool on my kestrel only it was at the back. if you peel line off with your hand you might notice it catching in that gap. Obviously the roller doesn't travel the full length of the spool, maybe a shim would help. For the money £31+vat on Ali you can't complain but don't think your getting £75 reel for £30. If your thinking between the kestrel and valient get the valiant the lower ratio is actually an advantage and on the smaller reel gape and sounds like there's nothing to be gained by the extra bearings Still think Tsurinoya ranger is still a better buy and value even though it does cost a bit more.
One thing i don't like about KastKing is the customer services, it's not the great at all, if you have question they don't get back to you, if try ask them something, but yes they're budget friendly for my average anglers
Tanx sir for the review i'll get one for my ultralight rod
Line test is excellent!
Thank you!
you covered everything! Thanks!
Hi.. do you have comparison between valiant eagle II and kestrel spinning?
yeah comparison between valiant eagle 2 and kestrel
I do not. Very similar reels.
this video helps a lot.. and i am planning to purchase both of them :) @@AndrewsKnots
Had the same gap between line and rim of spool on my kestrel only it was at the back. if you peel line off with your hand you might notice it catching in that gap. Obviously the roller doesn't travel the full length of the spool, maybe a shim would help. For the money £31+vat on Ali you can't complain but don't think your getting £75 reel for £30. If your thinking between the kestrel and valient get the valiant the lower ratio is actually an advantage and on the smaller reel gape and sounds like there's nothing to be gained by the extra bearings Still think Tsurinoya ranger is still a better buy and value even though it does cost a bit more.
Can't comment on the Ranger. Had another Tsu (Kingfisher) and it had bigger line lay issues.
I will use #0.2 braided line. How much backing #0.2 needs to be wrapped?
Depends on the backing.. Basically, for 100 m. of #0.2 you need to leave 1 mm. to the lip.
I love ATD drag from daiwa so smooth. How about kastking? Its same with daiwa drag?
Kastking is louder and better than some Daiwa LT's (especially 2000-3000 sizes).
7/20/23 Could not find this reel anywhere and your link to Aliexpress would not open.
Check links.
Wow $62 AUD is a great price. For reference yjat is more or less tje price of the Shimano Sienna. I know whicu reel I'd prefer!
hey, in your opinion which is better ? kestrel
or eagle2?
Both good.
Just recieved mine through the post. Visually it looks awesome paired up with the Kuying teton L 👌🏼
Should I buy this or Daiwa Fuego?
Depends what you need to get balance with the rod.
One thing i don't like about KastKing is the customer services, it's not the great at all, if you have question they don't get back to you, if try ask them something, but yes they're budget friendly for my average anglers
Do you recommend any budget reels in the 3000 or 4000 size?
This one is ok ua-cam.com/video/98n_EEOXTrk/v-deo.html
can this roll spin backwards?
No.
Labas! Aciu uz video. Sia rite ar kestreli rekomenduotum avizadrebiui?
Komplektuociau su BB Nano 0,2-1.5 kotu.
Yes.
How do you know is a beast without open it and check it inside??????
Thanks for sharing this question.
Aliexpress right now $40
Just touch2 ?
Go re-assamble for informatian review
Hope they release 2000 to 5000 series of this reel