For a full breakdown of how the Level 5 gear compares, the Fishing Planet Level 5 spinning setup guide covers everything from rod specs to the most productive fish and spots at that stage, which gives useful context for understanding exactly what changes when you move into Level 6 casting territory
And in clear SoCal water where fish are pressured, the ability to use a heavier braid with a lighter, invisible fluorocarbon leader gives you the best of both worlds
But BFS reels main differences next to standard reels come from their gearing, bearings, and probably the most noticeable to you on your first inspection, a very light and extremely shallow spool
when bites typically drop off
Additionally, this reel has five bearings, which makes for a silky-smooth operation