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Staff Picks 2023
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Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used in 2023 – the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!

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Episode 92 | Tenkara, Ultrarunning, and Performance Minimalism
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In today’s episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast we’re going to talk about a very unique way to enjoy tenkara fly fishing in the backcountry, and the idea of minimalism vs. performance minimalism.

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Can backcountry fishing save carried food weight?
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This article explores the benefits of backcountry fishing (especially tenkara), including the incorporation of fish in your diet and potential food weight savings.

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Tenkara Speaker Series No. 1: TJ Ferreira and John Geer
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Join us live online at our 2023 Tenkara Speaker Series with TJ Ferreira and John Geer of Tenkara USA. We’ll chat about Tenkara USA history and products, industry trends, and what’s next in the world of tenkara, and end with a live audience Q&A!

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WTB TenKara Hane 9’10”
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The newer Hane rod is 10’10”. I’m looking for the older model that is a 9’10” length.

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WTB TenKara Hane 9’10”
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The newer Hane rod is 10’10”. I’m looking for the older model that is a 9’10” length.

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Sold Tenkara USA Hane fishing rod w/spare tip
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I have too many fishing rods. So it’s time to part with my Tenkara Hane. Includes rod case, rod sock and, as a bonus, a spare tip. Having broken a…

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Tenkara Ebisu 10th Anniversary Kit
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Decided I’m not really into fishing. Used on just one backpack trip. Comes with some flies and all else in pic. Free shipping. 3% GS or FF. https://imgur.com/TtqeoZ6  

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Tenkara Fishing Rods and Gear for Backpacking – Hane, Rhodo, Ito, Satoki, TF39TA
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In this video overview, I present the five rods that I’ve been using over the past few years for most of my backcountry tenkara fishing. They include four models from Tenkara USA (including the new Satoki) and one model from Tenryu (the TF39TA) that remains the staple of my kit. In addition, I’ll walk through the basic gear I use and take while tenkara fishing on hiking and backpacking trips.

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Tenkara Strap Pack
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Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Tenkara Strap Pack here.

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Tenkara Rhodo. SOLD
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Rhodo is in as new condition.  The Rhodo has been used once and has no issues or flaws. Hard case and velour soft case included.  Will also include a line…

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Tenkara USA Hane Rod and Starter Kit
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Hi all, After listening to a BPL podcast on tenkara fishing, I bought a Hane rod from Tenkara USA, along with a starter kit. See https://tenkarausa.com/products/complete-set-hane-rod-kit for details. I used…

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SOLD-Tenkara USA Mini Sawtooth with extras – SOLD!
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Purchased thru Massdrop a couple years ago. Used a couple times but I’m not much for fishing so it’s up for grabs.  Price includes shipping CONUS. Extras include: line keepers,…

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Dragontail Tenkara Rod – ‘Talon 330’ 2.9 Oz.
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16.5″ Rod, Carbon fiber Case, Tip Protector and 2 Line Kit (bought sep.) with Tippets as shown. I carried it through on the JMT and the Minarets for a week…

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[WTB] Tenkara USA Iwana
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Must be in good condition. Prefer it to come with all accessories and ideally any lines/flies.

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WTB, I want to buy Tenkara Hane, or Iwana or similar
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I am ready to enter the world of Tenkara.  WTB Tenkara Hane, or Iwana or similar.    Going on trail July 18, but would like to practice, so will buy…

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An ultralight tenkara rod with a very high level of finesse
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The Tenkara Rhodo may be my favorite rod for tiny/minimalist flies, thin tippet, and delicate presentations to wary trout. It’s 2.1 oz, and can telescope among three different lengths from…

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Tenkara Rhodo Fishing Rod
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When every gram counts, this is the lightest possible tenkara rod that’s still functional enough for fishing for larger trout in alpine lakes. We really like the versatility of this…

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Tenkara Hane Fishing Rod
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Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the Tenkara Hane Fishing Rod.

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