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Shimano Curado BFS.
The good. Ability to cast 2.5 gram lures a reasonable distance. Light weight. So far after a summer of fishing the reel is still smooth, as it should be.
The bad. When trying to cast a long distance it is easy to overpower the brakes on the reel. Resulting in backlashing at the beginning of the cast. The key is smooth and easy casting, something I find difficult fishing in open water, but not towards cover. When I'm not trying to get that extra distance.
Ultra light or light baitcasters aren't for everyone, but if you like that sort of thing you might consider it.
7/10 rating
I think I'll try the daiwa alphis air tw next time. But the shimano was $100 or more cheaper.