Avail Microcast Spool for the Shimano 22 Aldebaran BFS
🔧 Maximum control for ultra-light lures!
The Avail Microcast Spool is the perfect choice if you want to optimize your Shimano 22 Aldebaran BFS for ultralight lures starting from 1 g. Thanks to the shallow spool depth (2.2 mm), the weight of the spool is significantly reduced, allowing you to achieve even more precise and smoother casts. Especially suitable for light saltwater fishing (e.g. for mackerel) or trout fishing in the area!
Attention: Due to the reduced spool depth, the original brake system is positioned further away, resulting in decreased braking force. To compensate for this, we recommend the optional magnet extension (4 x 1 mm, up to 8 pieces, sold separately).
🔧 Technical Data:
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Material:
- Reel: Extra Super Duralumin (anodized)
- Axis: Extra Super Duralumin (hard anodized)
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Spindle depth: 2.2 mm
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Compatible roles:
- Shimano 22 Aldebaran BFS HG/XG (Left & Right)
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Ball bearing size:
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Microcast Spool: 8 mm x 4 mm x 3 mm
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Original spool: 8 mm x 3 mm x 2.5 mm
📌 Note: The ball bearings are a different size than the original spool. Please keep this in mind when replacing!
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⚖ Weight compared to the original spool:
Kitchen sink |
Weight |
Relationship to the original spool |
Microcast Spule |
4,7 g |
70 % |
Original spool (22 Aldebaran BFS) |
6,7 g |
100 % |
📌 Note: Weight may vary slightly due to production. All spools were measured including ball bearings.
🎣 Line Holder:
Kitchen sink |
PE 0.6 |
Microcast Spule |
80 m |
original coil |
135 m |
📌 Note: The actual capacity may vary depending on the type of line (Nylon, Fluorocarbon, PE) and winding tension.
🚀 Why the Avail Microcast Spool?
✅ Ideal for ultra-light lures from 1 g – Perfect for light saltwater fishing & trout fishing
✅ Lighter than the original spool – for smoother casts & more precise lure control
✅ Optimized for short and precise casts (Short-Pitch-Casting)
✅ Additional magnets possible – for a finely adjustable braking force
✅ Easy Installation – no parts need to be taken from the original spool
🔧 Important Notes for Use:
❗ Additional magnets recommended for optimal braking force!
- The flat coil is positioned further away from the braking system → Original braking force is weakened.
- Solution: Additional 4 x 1 mm magnets (up to 8 pieces, sold separately) to be placed on the existing magnets.
Original:
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With additional recommended magnets:
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❗ No thumbing on the spool edge!
- Direct thumb pressure can damage the anodizing – instead, stop on the winding surface.
❗ Winding the cord with moderate tension!
- "Especially with stretchable cords like nylon, excessive tension can cause damage."
❗ Clean & lubricate the bearings before first use!
- "From the factory, the bearings are coated with rust protection grease – for best performance, please degrease and re-lubricate."
🔊 Features of the Microcast Spool:
🎶 Clearer running noise than the original reel? No problem!
- The Microcast Spool is deliberately as light as possible designed.
- The large spool cavity design can slightly amplify the running noise of the reel.
- No O-ring for noise damping → The running noise is not a defect!
🔥 Conclusion:
The Avail Microcast Spool is ideal for anyone looking to trim their Shimano 22 Aldebaran BFS for maximum lightness & precision. Perfect for light saltwater fishing or finesse techniques with the smallest lures. Less weight, more control – for an unparalleled casting experience!
🔧 Make your Aldebaran BFS even better – feel the difference! 🎣🔥