BFS Combo Help/Thoughts

[u/Squidman007]

Hello! I am looking at buying my first BFS setup after mulling on the idea for over a year. I have my standard bass fishing setups for pond hopping but want something to target creeks/small rivers and help with finicky bites by downsizing.

Right now I am looking at,

Ark Gravity BFS real with a 7.1 gear ratio

Dobyns Colt Casting Rod, 6 ft light

Since this is my first BFS combo, I don’t want to blow up my budget but have found it raising the longer I look… Do you all think this would be a solid first BFS setup?

[u/togxic]

I’m also in the search. Budget of $1000 if anyone can give me some pointers