Daiwa Tatula BF70 Bait Finesse Baitcast Reel

Cast tiny lures with big confidence. The Daiwa Tatula BF70 sets a new benchmark for finesse baitcaster performance. Built around HYPERDRIVE DESIGN and a feather-light AIR SPOOL/AIR BRAKE system, it launches 2–7g lures with control and distance while keeping backlashes to a minimum. Add T-Wing System (TWS) line flow and the low-inertia UTD drag, and you get a compact reel that feels silky on the retrieve yet has the stopping power to turn fish away from structure.

Perfect for Aussie bass, bream, trout, EPs, jungle perch and redfin in creeks, impoundments and estuaries. Whether you’re skipping small plastics under pontoons, twitching tiny hardbodies around snags, or walking micro topwaters over weed beds, the Tatula BF70 gives you the finesse edge when a spinning outfit just won’t do.

Why anglers choose it

• Casts ultralight lures further with less effort and fewer overruns
• Ultra-smooth retrieve and rock-solid gearing under load
• Compact frame is easy to palm for all-day comfort on boat or kayak
• Proven Daiwa durability for hard, regular use in real conditions

Product Technologies

• HYPERDRIVE DESIGN – A four-pillar system (Hyper Armed Housing, Hyper Tough Clutch, Hyper Double Support & HYPERDRIVE Digigear) for rigid support, smooth gearing and long-term durability.
• AIR SPOOL / AIR BRAKE – Lightweight, low-inertia spool paired with Daiwa’s cast control to send feather-light lures accurately with minimal thumb work.
• T-Wing System (TWS) – T-shaped level wind dramatically reduces line friction for longer casts and quieter line flow.
• ZERO ADJUSTER – Factory-set spool tension; fine tune with the mag dial and focus on fishing.
• UTD (Ultimate Tournament Drag) – Low-start-up inertia with advanced carbon washers for smooth, consistent drag pressure.

Product Information (Specifications)
Model Options: Tatula BF70XH (Right), Tatula BF70XHL (Left)
Gear Ratio: 8.1:1
Weight: 180 g
Bearings: 5BB + 1RB
Max Drag: 5 kg
Spool Capacity: PE 0.6 / 100 m
Application: Bait finesse – 2–7 g lures, small hardbodies, micro topwaters, tiny jigs & plastics

Frequently Asked Questions

What lures work best with the Tatula BF70?
Micro hardbodies, 2–3” plastics on 1–5 g jigheads, finesse topwater lures and tiny metal blades—anything in the 2–7 g range.

Which species is it designed for?
Ideal for Australian bass, bream, trout, EPs, jungle perch and redfin. Also effective for light estuary work where stealthy presentations matter.

What line should I use?
Most anglers run PE 0.4–0.8 braid with a 6–12 lb fluorocarbon leader, matched to a light bait finesse rod.

Is this only for freshwater?
No. Many anglers fish it in the salt for bream/EPs. Just rinse in fresh water after use and maintain regularly.

Product Specifications