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Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 29: Idaho Tenkara CampoutIn Episode 29 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew, Mike, Matt & Amanda, invite special guests Brent Auger & Conrad Estrem to discuss the recent Idaho Tenkara Campout. The conversation highlights the the planning and organization of the event, the fishing opportunities available, experiences of attendees, and the community spirit fostered during the campout. The speakers share their personal experiences, the types of fish caught, and the overall vibe of the event, while also discussing future plans for similar gatherings, including one already scheduled for Wyoming in 2026. We hope you enjoy this latest episode!Show...
2025-11-3047 min
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 28: Don't Fish Without This Gear!In Episode 28 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew, Mike, Anthony, & Tom, invite special guest and outdoor gear aficionado Bryan Trantham to discuss essential tenkara and fishing gear. The "show & tell" style conversation covers a range of topics from the importance of selecting the right products to ensure on-stream and backcountry safety to innovative solutions for transporting gear and releasing fish. Each member of the panel shares their favorite gear and tips, emphasizing the significance of comfort and safety while fishing.The episode also highlights the Tenkara Angler print magazine - Reminder, the...
2025-11-021h 18
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 27: Western Destinations with Skiddy & KeeganIn Episode 27 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew invites special guests Payton Skidmore (Skiddy Fishing) and Keegan Uhl (Mostly Tenkara) to discuss various fishing destinations, focusing on locations west of the Mississippi River. We explore the beauty and fishing opportunities of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, the Uinta Mountains of Utah, and Eastern Sierras of California highlighting travel tips for accessing these stunning locations, the various trout species available, fishing techniques, and the importance of planning and timing for a successful fishing trip. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, expert advice, and...
2025-10-051h 37
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 26: Foraging & Fishing with Ari Rockland-Miller (The Mushroom Forager)In Episode 26 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew discuss the intersection of tenkara fishing and foraging with special guest Ari Rockland-Miller of The Mushroom Forager. Ari's unique background as a professional mycophile who has a growing passion and knowledge for tenkara lends itself to an interesting conversation we're sure you'll enjoy.We talk with Ari about the world of mushroom foraging, discussing the safest mushrooms to start with on your foraging journey (and those to stay away from), the best seasons for combining foraging and fishing, the diversity of wild foods including...
2025-09-021h 07
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 25: DestinationsIn Episode 25 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew explore five fishing destinations, including Spring Creek in Pennsylvania, warm water fishing opportunities in Southwest Wisconsin, brook trout in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Northern Portugal's native brown trout, and North Georgia's "trout town", Blue Ridge. They share tips for fishing in these areas, and discuss the unique characteristics of each location, including accessibility, types of fish, and local culture through personal experiences. You'll be sure to want to add a few of these locations to your fishing travel plans!Show Notes & Links:
2025-07-271h 18
Fly Fishing Insider PodcastAll About Tenkara, It’s Misconceptions and Having a Beginner MindsetGo to www.flyfishfinder.com to explore the latest app available, which is fly fishing exclusive and will truly improve your outings. In this episode, Christian Bacasa interviews Jason Klass about Tenkara fishing. They discuss the advantages of Tenkara, how Jason transitioned to Tenkara, and dispel common myths about the method. They also explore the versatility of Tenkara and the different techniques used. Jason explains the different types of Tenkara rods and offers tips for choosing the right one. In this conversation, Jason Klass discusses various aspects of Tenkara fishing. He provides insights on choosing the right...
2025-03-1751 min
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 24: Preseason Preparation & Broken RodsIn Episode 24 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast Mike, Anthony, Bill, and Matt discuss their preseason preparations for the upcoming spring tenkara fishing season. They cover essential topics regarding the three major categories of gear - rods, flies, and lines - focusing on rod care and preventative maintenance, storage solutions, cleaning techniques, common causes of rod breakage, and best practices for new anglers. Once done with gear, the conversation turns to fishing preparation, including scouting techniques, knot tying, journaling, and personal goal setting.Show Notes & Links:00:07 - Introductions00:34 - Pre-Season Preparation Overview
2025-03-091h 11Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 23: Tenkara Presentation TechniquesIn Episode 23 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast Anthony, Bill, Dave and Tom discuss various tenkara presentation and fly manipulation techniques. Dead drift, upstream & downstream pulling, tomezuri, and "pon pon" are covered emphasizing their effectiveness in catching fish and the best equipment to use to execute each.
The podcast isn't meant to be a comprehensive seminar on tenkara techniques but rather an introduction. The idea is to familiarize anglers with the basic concepts of active fly manipulation. The Tenkara Angler crew share their personal takes on how they use active fly manipulation in their own fishing...
2025-02-031h 15Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 22: Gifts Anglers Really WantIn Episode 22 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Bill, Matt & Mike discuss current events in the tenkara fishing community, including online kebari tying classes, new rod releases, and upcoming events.
The conversation then turns holiday gifts that anglers really want. No "Big Mouth Billy Bass" wall decorations here. The team shares humorous and practical takes on fishing gifts they'd wouldn't mind giving or receiving. Our discussion wraps up with some memorable fishing experiences from the past year as well as an announcement of a special art contest ,"Paint Matt's Adventure Van" with great prizes...
2024-12-1555 min
EmergingThe Tenkara World With Karin Miller – Season 4 Episode 1Karin Miller is the owner/CEO of Zen Tenkara: the only female owned rod company in the world. She is often out chasing exotic fish and pushing the boundaries of what most think is possible with a tenkara rod. In this exclusive episode of The Emerging Podcast she talks about her fishing experiences, the science behind tenkara, and about the diversity of the fly fishing community. Tenkara is just another tool to use to get involved more with fly fishing, conservation, and community. Listen in to learn more!
Thank you to Trout Unlimited and Costa Sung...
2024-11-0952 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 21: Exploring Tenkara LinesIn Episode 21 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike, Anthony, Matt, and Bill discuss various topics related to tenkara fishing, including current events in the tenkara community, the significance of Tenkara USA's 15-year anniversary, and personal experiences with tenkara over the last decade and a half.
The conversation then swerves briefly to the 'Overrated Underrated Game,' before Anthony leads our primary discussion into the various types of tenkara fishing lines, reviewing their characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. We explore level lines, furled lines, floating lines, and tapered monofilament lines, providing insights for both...
2024-11-031h 25Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 20: The 2024 Tenkara Draft!In Episode 20 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Matt, & Mike hold our first ever Tenkara Fantasy Draft - picking rods, lines, flies, locations, and a special "wild card" item. The clock was ticking and strategies were abound. It's such a fun conversation!
Be sure to comment ON OUR YOUTUBE VIDEO and tell us who "won" the draft... who dropped the kebari... or what YOU might have picked instead for the opportunity to win a tenkara-related prize!
Show Notes:
00:14 - Introduction
01:25 - Amanda...
2024-09-0849 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 19: Wet Fly Fishing Redux with Jonathan AntunezIn Episode 16 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast Anthony Naples talked with Jonathan Antunez about his style of active wet fly fishing that is inspired in part by H.C. Cutcliffe and other anglers of bygone eras but which is being given new life by utilizing modern state-of-the-art fixed line tenkara rods.
In Episode 19 Anthony revisits this topic with Jonathan. We hope that you catch the bug like he has and you give this style of fishing a try.
Show Notes:
The art of...
2024-08-0445 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 18: The White Mountains, Terrain & Tenkara Style and MoreIn Episode 18 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Matt, Amanda & Anthony discuss the recent White Mountains Tenkara Campout, stream etiquette, terrain and tenkara style, and more.
The White Mountains Tenkara event hosted by Red Brook Tenkara happened recently in New Hampshire and Tenkara Angler team members Amanda, Matt and Mike were in attendance. Amanda and Matt share their thoughts on the event and the area.
Then the team discusses a little bit about stream etiquette and expectations inspired by frequent Tenkara Angler contributor Dennis Vander Houwen's recent article...
2024-07-0344 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 17: Fishing Tips, Travels, & A Chat with Mike GarrisonIn Episode 17 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike, Matt, & Anthony touch on some current events in their fishing lives.
Anthony discusses some learnings he's made fishing the same water consistently in May. Matt recaps the Driftless Tenkara Campout. Mike frets over where the "too much vs. too little" line is drawn when it comes to packing for an upcoming trip.
Finally, Anthony spends some extended time with Roanoke, Virginia based angler, Mike Garrison. Mike discusses his entry into tenkara, why he enjoys it so much, the similarities...
2024-06-031h 20Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 16: Wet Fly Fishing with Jonathan AntunezEpisode 16 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast is doing double duty as a "Supersized" edition of the Tenkara Moves series. In this episode Anthony talks to Jonathan Antunez about fishing wet flies with tenkara rods.
Jonathan offers up insight and advice on both taking wet fly fishing back to its fixed line origins while also bringing it up to the state-of-the-art utilizing modern tenkara rods and lines.
Show Notes:
The art of trout fishing on rapid streams by H.C. Cutcliffe
Check out these videos by Adam (Fly Anorak...
2024-05-051h 06Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 15: Tenkara Q&AIn Episode 15 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Matt, and Mike answer listener (& reader) submitted questions from the tenkara community. The topics reviewed include a discussion of furled vs. level lines, a "go to" fly, beginner tenkara skills, rod breakage, Patagonia, bucket list tenkara fishing destinations, and the difference between tenkara vs. fixed line fishing.
We really enjoyed this change up in the podcast programming, and hope you like it too. Check it out!
Show Notes:
00:10 - Introduction
01:45 - Furled Lines vs. Level Lines
(Submitted by Andy)
15:02 - "Go To" Flies
(Submitted by Dave)
25:30 - One...
2024-04-011h 00Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 14: Finding New Water & Rocky MTN TenkaraIn Episode 14 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Mike, and Tom cover several topics in a grab bag of conversation. Starting with current events, we discuss the new print issue of Tenkara Angler, the Appalachian Tenkara Anglers fly swap, and an upcoming Tenkara 101 course. The conversation then transitions into a deep dive of what techniques each angler uses to find and scout new-to-them waters. We also play the overrated / underrated game with two topics sent in by a friend. To close, the back half of the podcast features an interview with Casey & Kevin Canfield of Rocky...
2024-03-031h 04Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 13: Cold Weather & Book ReportsIn Episode 13 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Anthony, Matt, Mike, and Tom discuss several different topics of note including upcoming tenkara community events, cold weather fishing, overrated / underrated, what books influenced their tenkara, and then wrap it up noting our Tenkara USA Amago giveaway and the conclusion of the Riverworks Oni conversion program. Check it out!
Level Line Podcast Episode 13 Show Notes:
00:12 - Introduction
00:39 - Upcoming Tenkara Events
08:29 - Cold Weather Fishing
24:56 - Overrated / Underrated
42:35 - Books That Influence Your Tenkara
55:54 - Tenkara USA...
2024-01-2959 min
Fish UntamedTenkara and Being at Home in the Backcountry, with Paul VertreesPaul Vertrees is a guide at Royal Gorge Anglers in Cañon City, CO. He specializes in leading backcountry trips, often overnight, and using lightweight tenkara gear. In this episode, we discuss thriving vs. surviving while on remote trips, the myth that tenkara is only for small fish, how to handle larger fish on a tenkara rod, the pros and cons of using tenkara vs. western fly fishing gear, and much more.Blog: Tenkara TracksYouTube: linkInstagram: @tenkaratracksFacebook: /TenkaraTracks/Email: paul@royalgorgeanglers.com
2024-01-0457 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 12: The Little ThingsIn Episode 12 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Anthony, Matt, and Mike chat about the "little things" in their fishing that make a BIG difference in how productive their outings become. They also discuss some holiday presents, the winter fly box, fantasy tenkara gear, play another round of overrated / underrated, and outline the 2024 Oni Tenkara Intensive in North Carolina.
Also, there's a little contest Anthony is generously running, but you'll need to listen to the podcast and comment on our YouTube video to enter. Check it out!
Level Line Podcast Episode 12 Show Notes:
00:12...
2023-12-311h 08Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 11: Highlights & Hijinks!In Episode 11 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Anthony, Matt, and Mike chat about their memorable 2023 tenkara fly fishing seasons and look ahead to 2024. They also discuss some gear picks, merch, and play a fun new game. We’d love it if you’d listen and play along!
Let us know if Mike or Matt is right regarding the topic of “fishing snacks”… but you’ll have to watch or listen to see what we mean. Whichever side you choose we hope you enjoy!
Level Line Podcast Episode 11 Show Notes:
00:12 – Introduction
00:45 – Go To...
2023-12-1056 min
Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Winter Tenkara TipsIn this episode, we wrap up season one with Tips for Winter Tenkara Fishing
2023-11-1122 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: History of TenkaraIn this episode, I talk about some of the history of Tenkara, when it came to the US, and some of my thoughts.
2023-10-2131 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara Rod Review #2
In this episode I review 4 rods that I have fished recently, plus a bonus Rod review given by The Man, Myth, and Legend: @skiddyfishing
Mizuchi: https://shorturl.at/lnZ24
Aventik: https://shorturl.at/alqI0
Goture $10 (price went up to about $18): https://shorturl.at/aDLSW
Talon Mini: https://shorturl.at/pHV03
2023-10-0832 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Sageheart Tenkara
I sat down and visited with Martin of Sageheart Tenkara, we talked about his experience with Tenkara, and the Heritage Tenkara Project, which he is a cofounder of along with Amanda Hoffner (LadyTenkaraBum)
Instagram Handle: Sagehearttenkara
Heritage Tenkara Project Insta handle: heritagetenkaraproject
Wasatch Tenkara Rods (Use Code SLTenkara to save 15% on your entire order from Wasatch Tenkara): https://www.wasatchtenkararods.com/collections/all
2023-09-2359 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Q&A with Nathan SutherlandTune in as Nathan Sutherland and I talk about some of the questions that get asked about Tenkara Fishing
Wasatch Tenkara Rods (Use Code SLTenkara to save 15% on your entire order from Wasatch Tenkara): https://www.wasatchtenkararods.com/collections/all
WTR Instagram: @wasatchtenkara
2023-09-091h 20Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Alaska Salmon and Florida Surf FishingIn this won't want to miss episode, Arran Kerr joins host, Brenden Harden and tells him all about his 2 most recent adventures.
Wasatch Tenkara Rods (Use Code SLTenkara to save 15% on your entire order from Wasatch Tenkara): https://www.wasatchtenkararods.com/co...
Find Arran on Instagram: @appalachian_af
2023-08-2645 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: 50 States of Tenkara: New YorkHave you ever thought about Bass Fishing with Tenkara? In this episode Brenden speaks with Steve Mahle about Tenkara in New York, Bass Fishing with Tenkara and more!
Steve's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve_mahle_fishing/
Steve's Articles: https://stevemahle.substack.com/
2023-08-121h 13Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: My Tenkara Rod line up
In this episode, I cover all of the rods that I have fished, and that I own, with a short review and my opinion of each rod.
Wasatch Tenkara Rods (Use Code SLTenkara to save 15% on your entire order from Wasatch Tenkara): https://www.wasatchtenkararods.com/collections/all
Dragontail ShadowFire: https://dragontailtenkara.com/collections/rods/products/dt-shadowfire365
Dragontail FoxFire: https://dragontailtenkara.com/collections/rods/products/foxfire-zx280-tenkara-rod
Cheap Amazon Rod (Yellow): https://a.co/d/bPGIpHS
2023-07-2940 min
Alabama Freshwater Fishing ReportTenkara Special with John Geer and TJ Ferreira On this week’s special episode of the Alabama Freshwater Fishing Report, host Nick Williams sits down with John Geer and TJ Ferreira from Tenkara USA. Tenkara USA is the oldest American tenkara rod company, founded by Daniel Galhardo after a trip to Japan in 2008. TJ is TenkaraUSA’s Customer Service and Operations Manager, and John is the Repairs and Dealer Services manager. They’ve been with the company since it first introduced tenkara rods to the US back in 2009, and between them they have several decades of experience fishing with tenkara rods. They also have arguably more e...
2023-07-221h 02Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 10: New Gear, Events, & A Lot of Rambling!In Episode 10 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Anthony and Mike chat about (semi) current events in the tenkara and fixed line fly fishing community. Topics such as new gear releases, recent gatherings, and early summer fishing outings are discussed in depth, with quite a bit of meandering (guitars, woodcarving, and hot dogs), just for good measure.
That’s right, no special guests and no pre-produced segments this time, just two friends talking about tenkara. Make sure to check the “show notes” at the end of this article for links to some fo the topics referenced. We hope...
2023-07-191h 16Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Norcal TenkaraTune in as we sit down with Nick Feller of NorcalTenkara and talk about his jouney in Tenkara, Gear he carries, Rods he uses and more.
Tenkara Rod Co: tenkararodco.com
Use code norcaltenkara for 20% off your entire order
wooden fly boxes: ikarigear.com
Use code norcaltenkara for 15% off of any fly box
Nick's Instagram: https://instagram.com/norcaltenkara?igshid=Y2IzZGU1MTFhOQ==
2023-07-171h 00
Fly Fishing Insider PodcastBonefish on Tenkara and the Fishing Triangle for Fish Management - Karin MillerThe Fly Fisherman's Channel is the most extensive collection of fly fishing-specific content on the web! Subscribe now and get 10% off your subscription by using code: FFIP10SPRING23 202 - Bonefish on Tenkara and the Fishing Triangle for Fish Management - Karin Miller Your host Christian Bacasa speaks with Karin Miller, the owner and operator of Zen Tenkara. Karin shares how and why she transitioned to the Tenkara rod style—covering techniques for managing fish on that rod style. Then Karin even touches base on how to catch bonefish on Tenkara. Contact Information: Instagram - @zentenkara https://www.instagram.com/zentenkara/ Zen Te...
2023-07-1148 minLet's Talk TenkaraLets Talk Tenkara 50 States of Tenkara: Colorado
In this Episode, Brenden sits down with Jonathan Antunez (troutconjurer on instagram) and discusses his journey in Tenkara, and Tenkara Fishing in Colorado.Jonathan's Instagram: https://instagram.com/troutconjurer?igshid=Y2IzZGU1MTFhOQ==
2023-07-011h 10Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: GearIn this episode Justin Foss joins host Brenden Harden to talk about the gear carried when on the water.
2023-06-1733 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara Episode 5 Skiddy Fishing
Join us as Brenden sits down with Payton Skidmore of Skiddy Fishing to talk all things fishing. Payton has been growing his YouTube and social media presence to shine light on fishing in Utah. He aims to continue to grow his following and continue to shed light on not just fishing but Tenkara Angling in the state of Utah!Utah Fish Trip Planner: https://dwrapps.utah.gov/fishing/fStartSkiddy Fishing: https://www.youtube.com/ @skiddyfishing @skiddyfishing on instagram and YouTube
2023-06-031h 12Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 9: Listen In - Septomber: A Tale of Three Trips - with Paul Vertrees & Dave RossetIn Episode 9 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, we pivot a little bit and introduce a taste of our "Listen In" audio articles as featured on the Tenkara Angler YouTube channel. This particular recording was a little bit longer than most, so we thought it would lend itself well to podcast form, almost like a mini audiobook. Enjoy!
Septomber: A Tale of 3 Trips - Written by Paul Vertrees and read by Dave Rosset
Notes & Links:
00:58 – Introduction
02:54 – Trip One: The Gore Range
06:09 – Trip Two: The Arctic Circle
15:45 – Trip Thr...
2023-05-2820 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: Ep 4 50 States of Tenkara: Iowa
In this episode, We sit down with Dre Fornasiero of NewSchoolTenkara. We get into the details about fishing in Iowa, different techniques that Dre uses, Fishing warm water species, and more in this can't miss episode!
2023-05-201h 05Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 8: Fish Stories Volume 2 - Nick Feller, Ryan Kimball, Dave Rosset, Isaac Tait & Jeff LominoIn Episode 8 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike sits down with some of his friends to gather more fish stories. From hard earned fish, to environmental challenges, to first and personal bests, these stories are a great listen. And don't miss the bonus story at the very, very end!
A big thanks to guests Nick Feller, Ryan Kimball, Dave Rosset, Isaac Tait, Kris Franqui, and Jeff Lomino for telling us their stories!
Show Notes & Links:
00:55 – Nick Feller (NorCal Tenkara)
04:56 – Ryan Kimball (My Tenkara)
13:11 – Dave Rosset
23:50 – Isaac Ta...
2023-05-1456 minLet's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara Ep 3: 50 States of Tenkara: Tennessee
In this episode, Brenden Harden meets with Arran Kerr @appalachian_af on Instagram. Arran talks about his journey in Tenkara, things he wished he knew when he got started in Tenkara, his go to flies, and fishing in Tennessee. You won't want to miss this one.
Find Arran on Instagram: @appalachian_af
Contact us: https://allmylinks.com/letstalktenkara
2023-05-0632 minLet's Talk Tenkara50 States of Tenkara: PennsylvaniaIn this episode our host Brenden Harden, interviews Amanda Hoffner, @LadyTenkaraBum, and talks about her Tenkara Journey and Tenkara Angling in Pennsylvania.
You can find Amanda on Instagram: @ladytenkarabum
Amanda's Website: ladytenkarabum.com
Article about Pennsylvania's fishable waterbodies that Amanda referenced:
https://www.delriverwatershed.org/news/2017/11/27/protecting-pennsylvanias-trout
2023-04-2244 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 7: Q&A with Tenkara Angler and Guest Paul VertreesIn Episode 7 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Anthony & Jason give some topical updates and field listener questions with the help of Mike, Matt, Tom, and special guest Paul Vertrees of Royal Gorge Anglers. Questions include clear tenkara lines, euronymphing, "go to" tenkara rods, getting kids started with tenkara, the future plans for the podcast, and a deep dive into tailwater tenkara.
Show Notes & Links
00:43 – Tenkara Angler Updates
03:05 – Upcoming Events
10:25 – Clear Tenkara Lines
16:09 – Euronymphing
21:27 – "Go To" Tenkara Rods
32:32 – Getting Kids Started with Tenkara
2023-04-161h 07
Let's Talk TenkaraLet's Talk Tenkara: E1 What is Tenkara?
In this episode, Justin Foss interviews our host, Brenden Harden. Justin knows next to nothing about Tenkara and seeks to learn the basics of what there is to know. From "What is Tenkara" to "How would one get started" this is an episode you don't want to miss if you are looking to get started in the beautiful art of Tenkara Fly Fishing.
Cheap Amazon Rod mentioned: https://rb.gy/dmuro
Level Line of Choice: https://rb.gy/5ki38
Better Cheap Rod Option: https://rb.gy/ftcc1
The Rod's I Guide with can be found here: https://www.wasatchtenkararods...
2023-04-0832 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 6: Fish Stories - Jared Willadsen, Dre Fornasiero, Jonathan Antunez, Arran Kerr & Adam TrahanIn Episode 6 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike sits down with a handful of friends to talk about their most memorable fish stories.
From first fish, to big fish, to hard earned fish, to the fish that got away, these stories certainly capture the imagination. A big thanks to guests Jared Willadsen, Dre Fornasiero, Jonathan Antunez, Arran Kerr, & Adam Trahan for sharing their stories! It's interesting to hear the backstory of what makes a fish memorable to each angler. I know more than one of the stories will hit home. You're not going to want...
2023-04-0344 min
Roll Cast: Podcast On The FlyTenkara Educator John Evans 🐡 Discusses The Basics of This Japanese Style of Fishing.Send us a textSeason 2 Episode 5 was recorded on creekside. Pod Hosts Don Anderson, and Tim Gikas meet up hoping to catch a sunset insect hatch and a chance to dry fly fish for trout ahead of an approaching cold front. Anderson and Gikas play catchup on events of their fishing lives over the last week. This episode features Tim's in-depth interview with Tenkara expert and educator John Evens, who discusses Tenkara Basics. Don talks about his love for dry fly fishing. Listeners, grab a pad and take notes for this informative discussion of Tenkara-style fishing and dry...
2023-03-181h 22
Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 5: White Mountains Tenkara Campout - Bill Holleran, Amanda Hoffner, & Nate CampIn Episode 5 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, we check in with Bill Holleran, Amanda Hoffner, & Nate Camp to recap the first White Mountains Tenkara Campout held June 10-12, 2022.
Hosts Mike Agneta & Matt Sment sit with Bill, Amanda, & Nate to get an update on a recent tenkara gathering in New Hampshire. With other events taking place in North Carolina and Wisconsin, this was the first organized community event to be held in New England in quite some time. Bill gives us background on his company, Red Brook Tenkara, the White Mountains, as well as the origins of the...
2022-06-2658 min
The GEAR30 PodcastGEAR:30 Podcast Ep. 292 - Tiny Tenkara // New Product AlertWe recently brought in Tiny Tenkara to GEAR:30. Greg explains why out of all the Tenkara rods on the market why he chose Tiny Tenkara for our shop. And, Avery is already catching fish on the thing...
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Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8bAS978OE4 . Don’t forget...
2022-04-2711 min
DirksOutdoorsTenkara Fly Fishing: Interview w/Dr. Rob WorthingWhen he is not practicing medicine - Dr. Worthing can be found either teaching, guiding or just on the water somewhere with his tenkara fly rod in hand. He is also an outdoor writer and has contributed may articles on the subject of Tenkara - including some great articles that found there way into the books: Tenkara Fly Fishing and Tenkara Kebari. He is a foremost and well-known Tenkara fishing guide - and has partnered with two other exceptional Tenkara guides - EriK Ostrander and John Vetterli. The trio formed Tenkara Guides LLC (www.tenkaraguides.com) which pro...
2022-03-1243 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast163 Nick Feller, Nor Cal TenkaraToday we visit Paradise California to chat with Nick Feller who hikes the alpine back country of Northern California. We talk all things ultra light backpacking and Tenkara. Nick is mainly self taught when it comes to Tenkara and tying flies. He has started a group called #fixedlinefreaks
Nick has recently teamed up with the Tenkara Rod Co. If you are looking into Tenkara check out this discount/referal code "NORCALTENKARA"
Thanks Nick for sharing your story with us!
2021-07-1847 min
Working Class FishingTenkara: Interview with Nick Feller-NorCal TenkaraWe had the special pleasure of having our good friend and avid tenkara angle Nick Feller IG: @Norcaltenkara, Nick is a fly tier from Northen California who enjoys hiking, dirtbagging and fishing with his partner in crime Maddie. In this episode, Nick shares some history, the basics and what you need to get started with tenkara along with dispelling some misconceptions for people new to tenkara.Make sure to follow Nick on IG @norcaltenkara or on Youtube @ Angler on the trail--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://a...
2021-06-141h 35
The Evolving OutdoorsmanThe art of tenkara: Interview with Nick Feller, recreational tenkara anglerNick Feller, recreational tenkara angler shares some of his knowledge and passion for tenkara, a Japanese fishing method utilizing a specialized rod, line and fly. He also discussed keiyru, the bait variant of tenkara. You can find Nick on Instagram under NorCalTenkara.
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2021-02-201h 00Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 4: Mike Lutes - Co Founder, Badger TenkaraIn Episode 4 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, we check in with Mike Lutes to see what his post Badger Tenkara fixed-line fly fishing experiences look like today.
Mike Lutes brings a unique perspective to fixed-line fly fishing. Living in Wisconsin, he has access to many different species of fish – from the trout of the Driftless, to smallmouth of the rivers, and even the fish of a thousand casts, the muskie. In this podcast interview Mike Agneta and Matt Sment speak to Mike Lutes about his background in fly fishing, the progression toward tenkara, a top sec...
2020-09-1141 minTenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 3: Dennis Vander Houwen - Tenkara PathIn Episode 3 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Matt & Mike have the pleasure of spending time with tenkara enthusiast, philosopher, and magician (not an exaggeration), Dennis Vander Houwen.
While Dennis has previously written articles for Tenkara Angler, including “The Three Paths” and “Finding Happiness with Less,” those that have been around the tenkara scene are surely more familiar with Dennis from his always interesting blog, Tenkara Path, or perhaps the popular wooden line spools available in his Etsy shop. In this interview, we talk to Dennis about his fishing background, his favorite type of water, how the simp...
2020-08-2852 min
Let's Hope The Weather HoldsJapanese fly fishing with Tenkara Rod Co and Tanner FlakeI speak to Tanner Flake, a.k.a Tuna, from Tenkara Rod Co, the company that made this style of Japanese fly fishing even cooler. Tuna tells me; how they used Kickstarter to fund their first rod production run, why he is into catch-and-release but keeps some fish to eat (now that he isn't allergic anymore), how he got the name Tuna, how to eat trout cheek meat, why Tenkara Rod Co likes to keep fishing simple, how presentation on Tenkara works, how rad Idaho is, how rad it was to fish New Zealand and Patagonia, how Drew Hollenback a...
2020-08-201h 18Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 2: Tom Davis - Teton TenkaraIf you've ever searched for a tenkara rod review online, you've undoubtedly come across Tom Davis' website Teton Tenkara. It is by far the most comprehensive source of tenkara rod information, with reviews of over 150 models! In Episode 2, Tom spent a little time catching us up on his fly fishing & tenkara background, his favorite types of water and gear preferences, and obviously a lot of rod talk. We cover the Rod Flex Index, a few of Tom's favorite rods (as well as a few not so faves), and of course his role in the development of the DRAGONtail Mizuchi...
2020-08-141h 09Tenkara Angler Level Line PodcastEp. 1: Tom Bayly - Tenkara Adventure OutfittersTom Bayly from Tenkara Adventure Outfitters was kind enough to "meet" with Matt & Mike for an interview that we know you'll enjoy. In this discussion we cover Tom's personal background, his competitive archery career, and a nice mix of hunting & fishing stories. He goes on to explain his jump from tenkara angler to retailer, profiles some TAO rod models, and finally we finish up just chatting for a spell.
Show Notes:
01:01 - Intro to Tom Bayly, Tenkara Adventure Outfitters
03:29 - Tom's competitive archery career
05:45 - Atlatl - a spear throwing lever
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2020-08-011h 00
Tenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingDestinations: Idaho with Chris HuntChris Hunt is Trout Unlimited's National Digital Director and author of Catching Yellowstone's Wild Trout: A Fly-Fishing History and Guide as well as Fly Fishing Idaho's Secret Waters. In this episode Chris will guide you through Idaho's fly-fishing landscape inspiring you to search for your tenkara in its beautiful and diverse waters.
Chris is a tenkara angler, in fact one of the earliest adopters of tenkara in the US. From the South to North, East to West, Daniel and Chris talk about the ideal places for tenkara in Idaho and the fish you can catch there. From high desert landscape...
2020-06-1700 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingConversation with Jason Klass and moreThis time Daniel talks to Jason Klass, the prolific tenkara blogger behind Tenkara Talk. They talk about the 10 years of tenkara, discuss the use of the term "tenkara masters", and more.
After their conversation, Daniel also speaks his mind about our support and solidarity for the Black Lives Matter movement. After all, our mission to improve our environment is only driven by the people who will enjoy it, and they must be alive and feel safe to enjoy the environment for which we work so hard for.
For more information, please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-talk-with-jason-klass-2
2020-06-0400 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara Q&A Part 2: Tenkara Lines, Tenkara Flies, and moreIn over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara lines, tenkara flies and more.
For more information please visit:
https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-flies-lines
2020-04-2900 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara Q&A Part 1: Tenkara RodsThrough over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara rods.
For more information visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-rods
2020-04-2900 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingAll About Tenkara Nets**Note: This is a great episode to watch a video. Please head to Tenkara USA , https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/all-about-tenkara-nets, for the full video**
In this episode we cover all you need to know about tenkara nets focusing on how to make a tenkara net. The episode is our longest one, at over an hour and twenty minutes, to so help you navigate it we are including the time stamps below for your reference. Tenkara nets have some key advantages over most other nets, and they can be a lot of fun to make as well. For more information...
2020-04-1300 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingSocial DistancingI'm back! We are reviving the Tenkara Cast to keep you company during these times when social distancing becomes so important and tenkara happens to give us an easy and fun way to do that. We are facing a time of uncertainty and anxiety, but we will come out the other side, stronger. But at the moment we need to do our part and slow the spread of COVID by finding ways to socially distance for a bit, let's all do our part.
Episode and more information found at: : https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/social-distancing-and-tenkara
Referenced in this episode:
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2020-03-2000 min
By Land Podcast#88 - Fly Fishing The Backcountry with Tenkara USAText the show!Daniel Galhardo discovered the Japanese method of fly fishing called “Tenkara” while researching the fishing culture of Japan. After realizing how effective it was not only for fishing but for backpacking and backcountry travel, he decided to Introduce Tenkara to the United States and has been successfully doing so for over ten years.I wanted to have Daniel on to talk about fly fishing in the backcountry, but I ended up getting so much more than that. He has a great way of explaining things and is willing to dive into topics that...
2019-08-191h 01
Ask About Fly Fishing - PodcastTenkara for Big FishKarin Miller has redefined tenkara fly fishing fusing traditonal tenkara methods with American know-how and ingenuity. She's chased and landed large, powerful species, all over the globe including tarpon, bonefish, permit, shark, barracuda, carp, sockeyes, silvers and chum salmon as well as plenty of trout all on her tenkara rods. Join us on this podcast to find out how you can use tenkara rods and methods for just about any species.
2019-05-091h 27Tenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara in Salt? A Conversation with Henry Barber + The River NetworkTenkara is a mountain stream method of fly-fishing, that uses a tenkara rod, line and fly. But, the tenkara rod is also a tool that people all over the world are now using in their own unique way, such as in salt water.
To learn more about how people are using tenkara rods, Daniel visited the coast of Maine to fish with Henry Barber, a renowned rock climber who has been using Tenkara USA rods for catching striped bass on the surf, in coastal rivers and from rocks on the coast. After a couple of days of fishing, they sat...
2018-11-0700 min
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing PodcastTenkara Basics - Luong Tam Interview | Fly Fishing Techniques, Tips + the Vietnam Warhttps://wetflyswing.com/39 I am very happy to share this episode with Luong Tam about Tenkara fly fishing. Luong breaks down Tenkara and shares the reasons why many people catch more fish with Tenkara over traditional methods. Trust me, I was a little skeptical at first as well. Have a listen and you will also get an amazing perspective from Luong about growing up in Vietnam during the war and what air raids and bombs felt like from his perspective. Show Notes with Luong Tam The Firehole River is Luong's fa...
2018-09-111h 12Tenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara in the Wind + Idaho TUFishing in windy days can be tricky, but it can be done. Today we share some tips on fishing in windy days: how to cast against the wind, how to not fight it, and how to deal with it in your fly presentation.
The second part of the podcast is a conversation with Kara Finkler, Director of the Idaho Water Project/Western Water and Habitat Program for Trout Unlimited. We talk about challenges, issues and projects being worked on in Idaho and the Western US.
For more information please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-with-wind-idaho-tu
2018-09-0800 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishing5 Tips for Avoiding Frustrations with Tenkara + Colorado Trout UnlimitedLearn some tips to help you avoid frustrations on your next tenkara outing and also listen to a conversation with Colorado Trout Unlimited to learn about their challenges and how to get involved.
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With this episode we are doing a soft relaunch of the Tenkara Cast. Starting now, episodes will be more focused on giving you practical tips and advice to help you on your next tenkara outings. In addition, since tenkara is introducing so many new people to fly-fishing, we thought it was important to also introduce people to the work of Trout Unlimited. In every episode Daniel...
2018-07-1700 min
Modern Carnivore PodcastDaniel Galhardo from Tenkara Fly Fishing – Modern Carnivore Podcast (Ep. 004)In this fourth episode of the Modern Carnivore podcast I sit down with Daniel Galhardo who is the founder of tenkara fly fishing company – Tenkara USA. His company designs, manufactures and sells equipment used in this growing trend in fly fishing called tenkara. This simple form of fly fishing has its origins in the mountain streams of Japan where it’s been used to catch trout over the last couple of hundred years. The word tenkara literally means “from heaven” or “from the skies”. While there are similarities to the Western-style of fly fishing, they each developed independent of each other. D...
2018-05-1840 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast: News from Tenkara USASo many news from Tenkara USA! A new tenkara rod (Hane) was released, a new CEO was hired, we announced the date for the 10th Anniversary Tenkara Summit, a Spotify playlist (#TenkaraTunes) was released.
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Referenced in this episode:
The Hane, a new tenkara rod by Tenkara USA: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/207
Our Spotify Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/tenkarausa
New CEO announcement: http://www.tenkarausa.com/press-release-tenkara-usa-hires-outdoor-industry-veteran-as-new-ceo/
2018-05-1700 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingDestinations: Tenkara in Texas, with Chris JohnsonDaniel talks about tenkara fishing in the state of Texas with Chris Johnson, owner of Living Waters Fly Fishing in Round Rock, Texas.
For more information please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-in-texas/
2018-02-2700 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingWhat is Tenkara? Part 2While the question of what really is tenkara probably was never debated in Japan, it has been a heated discussion topic in online communities. The simple definition of tenkara is pretty straight forward: a rod, line and fly. But, things start getting more complicated when adaptations get introduced to this ages old method of fly-fishing with a rich history. You see, tenkara is its own method of fishing. And, while anyone can use a tenkara rod in the way they choose, I believe it may be good to understand where tenkara came from and how it is practiced by the...
2018-02-1500 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingPanfish on Tenkara with Bart LombardoDaniel sits down with Bart Lombardo, a long time tenkara enthusiast and panfish aficionado, as well as TJ Ferreira for a conversation about the use of the tenkara method of fishing for warm-water fish species and panfish. In this episode they share their preferred gear and techniques.
To learn more from Bart, visit his website https://www.panfishonthefly.com/.
And, for further resources referenced in this episode please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/panfish-on-tenkara
2018-02-0200 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingEclipse and Summit: learning more about tenkara fliesIn this episode Daniel reflects on the last few weeks of fishing and the concept of using "one fly" v. matching the hatch.
Further, Daniel gives you an update about the 6th Tenkara Summit which counted on over 300 attendees.
More information at www.tenkarausa.com/podcast
2017-09-2100 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingThe Ito - Daniel's favorite tenkara rodThe Ito is Daniel's favorite rod as well as that of many of the most experienced tenkara anglers. Yet, people are intimidated by its length. Listen to this episode to learn about what makes the Ito a favorite of so many anglers and why you should give it a try!
More information at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/the-ito-podcast/
Get the Ito at http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/125
2017-03-0200 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingHappy New Year - a look at 2016, and ahead to 2017 for Tenkara USA2016 went by fast! Daniel does a retrospective on the year that has gone by (the 7th year in existence for Tenkara USA) and looks ahead to 2017 for exciting developments.
Track also available here: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/happy-new-year/
2017-01-1300 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingMy Outdoor Obsessions: Climbing and tenkaraDaniel, founder of Tenkara USA, has been described as a "rock-climber disguised as a fly angler", but he is also a fly angler disguised as a rock-climber. In this episode Daniel discusses how he found his two big passions in life, rock-climbing and tenkara fly-fishing, as well as how they fit together and have inspired him to start Tenkara USA.
Without knowing where the episode was going to go, Daniel concludes that one shouldn't dismiss an activity after a quick glance as you may get hooked when you actually try it. And, that some activities are great complements...
2016-09-0600 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingAnnouncement: tenkara - the bookAfter years of introducing tenkara outside of Japan, I am finally getting ready to publish my book. tenkara - the book will be the best resource available on this simple method of fly-fishing called tenkara. In this episode Daniel talks about the tenkara book project.
We need your help making this project a reality by supporting our Kickstarter campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/717365321/tenkara-the-book
2016-08-0200 min
ReWild YourselfWhy I Fish Tenkara - Daniel Galhardo #99If you’ve been following my adventures this summer, you’ll know that I’ve been really into foraging wild protein, particularly fish, from my local landscape. I’ve grown to love the Tenkara fishing — a minimalist fly fishing method that originates in the mountains of Japan. Daniel Galhardo — founder of Tenkara USA, the first company to introduce Tenkara outside of Japan —joins us to share his passion for Tenkara and the world of trout fishing. "A rod, line and fly. Line connects to the tip. Easy casting of a fly to spots where the fish are, intuitive landi...
2016-07-131h 35Tenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast: Entomology and tenkaraTenkara shows us there is a different way of thinking about fly-fishing, and that includes how we think about bugs and their relation with fly-fishing. In this episode Daniel discusses the relationship of entomology, the study of bugs and a cornerstone of western fly-fishing, and tenkara.
Referenced in this episode:
Bugs of the Underworld by Ralph and Lisa Cutter: http://www.flyline.com/shop/bugs_of_the_underworld/
Learn more at: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-entomology-and-tenkara/
2016-07-0100 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingConversations: Graham Moran (aka. Tenkara Grasshopper)Today I sat down with long time tenkara angler and Tenkara USA supporter Graham Moran. Graham is an outdoor enthusiast who took on tenkara with a tremendous amount of enthusiasm, to the point where he now even guides with a tenkara rod. We chatted about...you guessed it, tenkara, as well as about Graham's tenkara blogging, his experience guiding with tenkara, and learned some of his tips for tenkara fishing.
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Referenced in this episode:
Graham's website: http://www.tenkaragrasshopper.com
Please visit our website page for this episode for videos, photos and other items referenced: http://www.tenkarausa.com...
2016-06-0200 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingConversations: Tom Rosenbauer, OrvisIn this episode Daniel speaks to one of the long-time gurus of fly-fishing, Tom Rosenbauer. Tom is known for his books on fly-fishing as well as videos and podcasts he has and continues to create in his tenure at the Orvis company. Like many people in the USA, Daniel has learned much about his fly-fishing due to Rosenbauer's work. Nowadays you can see Tom with a tenkara rod in some of his favorite waters in Vermont.
Referenced in this episode:
Tom's podcast, The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide: http://www.orvis.com/s/fly-fishing-guide-podcasts/4047
The tenkara episodes in Tom's podcast:
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2016-05-1100 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingBig Rivers, Long LinesTenkara does not mean small stream and short-line fishing. One of the important tools in the quiver of a tenkara angler is the ability to use long lines and knowing that big waters can be fished effectively with a tenkara rod, line and fly.
In this episode Daniel introduces the idea and some of the techniques used while fishing big waters with tenkara.
2015-12-0300 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingChoosing a tenkara rod, tenkara line and tenkara fliesEven with something as simple as tenkara, choosing your first tenkara rod may seem daunting. There are decisions to be made in terms of fish targeted and waters fished. In this episode, Daniel will walk you through the lineup of tenkara rods, tenkara lines and tenkara flies offered by Tenkara USA to help you choose your first tenkara rod.
Hint: if you are having a hard time choosing, just get the adjustable Sato rod by Tenkara USA, it is ultra-light, covers the main lengths of tenkara rods, and will be a versatile rod in small and large waters alike.
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2015-11-1800 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingInterview With John GierachFew writers in the realm of fly-fishing have achieved the iconic status of John Gierach. One of the great honors of my career has been to have piqued Gierach's interest in tenkara, and then to fish with him on a few occasions. Last year he released his latest book, <a href="http://books.simonandschuster.com/All-Fishermen-Are-Liars/John-Gierach/9781451618327" target="_blank">All Fishermen are Liars</a>, I'm still debating whether the inclusion in a book with this title is something of which to be proud...but I guess I am. John and I sat...
2015-11-1100 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara techniques - an overviewWe always talk about how tenkara focuses more on the technique than gear, so much so that most experienced tenkara anglers don't even change flies. But what exactly does relying on technique more than gear mean? What are the techniques used in tenkara? Daniel discusses the main techniques and fly presentations he uses to entice fish with a tenkara rod, line and fly.
For more information about these techniques and to watch a video on what these look like, please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/technique-an-overview-of-tenkara-fly-presentations
2015-10-2100 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast - Karma Neutralizer Part 2The most popular episode of the Tenkara Cast so far was the one where Daniel talks of the "karma neutralizer". In that episode (http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-the-karma-neutralizer/) he talks about how getting a scratch here and there on the course of fishing is probably a good thing. But, getting hurt is not the only way to neutralize karma.
In this second episode discussing how to neutralize Karma, Daniel advocates for less painful methods.
Show notes available at www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-karma-neutralizer-2/
You may also subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com...
2015-10-0600 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingDestination: Italy - travel and tenkara In Italy, a conversation with Vito RubinoWhile Italy is best known for its food and the wine that goes with it (also the espresso in between, before and after meals) Italy is also a country with mountains and beautiful trout fishing.
In this episode Daniel Galhardo and tenkara guide Vito Rubino talk about tenkara fly-fishing in the land of "pesca alla valsesiana", a method of fishing very similar to tenkara.
If you're looking at traveling to Italy sometime, bring a tenkara rod along and listen to this episode.
More information available at: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/destination-italy-with-vito-rubino/
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2015-10-0200 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast - Clearing Confusion on "tenkara"The term tenkara describes the method of fishing from Japan. But, increasingly it is also a part of the name of different tenkara rod companies entering the market.
When Tenkara USA introduced tenkara outside of Japan in 2009 it was hard to expect the number of companies that would be created in the coming years to market tenkara rods. In this Short Cast, Daniel discusses the differences in usages of the term tenkara: the method, the brand and the description of new companies.
2015-09-2900 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingConversations: Go IshiiGo Ishii, a long-time tenkara angler who's been learning under some of the best tenkara anglers in Japan and has earned a reputation for his joviality and good technique, just arrived from Japan for the 5th annual Tenkara Summit. Ahead of the event we sat down to talk about his experiences with tenkara.
Subscribe to the Tenkara Cast in iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2
Resources mentioned in this episode available on the Tenkara Cast page at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/a-conversation-with-go-ishii/
2015-09-1700 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast - Tenkara Summit 2015The 5th annual Tenkara Summit will take place on September 19th, 2015 at the YMCA in Estes Park.
Please join us at the largest gathering of tenkara enthusiasts anywhere. This year we will count on the special presence of two honorable guests from Japan: Mr. Yoshikazu Fujioka and Mr. Go Ishii.
Learn more and RSVP at www.tenkarausa.com/summit
2015-09-1000 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingConversations: Morgan Lyle on Simple FliesSimplicity is the word most closely associated with tenkara, and certainly simple flies are a part of that. Morgan Lyle, inspired by the tenkara movement, created a book about that very topic: Simple Flies. His book, Simple Flies, features tenkara flies as well as other flies that use a minimal amount of materials and are not "fussy" to tie.
Daniel and Morgan talk in-depth about simple flies as well as how to keep fly-fishing simple and whether the idea that any fly works has merit to it.
Show notes available at: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/simple-flies-a-conversation-with-author-and-tenkara-angler-morgan-lyle/
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2015-09-1000 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast - My GearBeyond the tenkara rod, line and fly we normally use or carry other "support" gear with us. In this Short Cast Daniel discusses his favorite gear to wear or carry when he goes fishing.
Show notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-my-gear/
You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2
2015-09-0300 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingDestinations: Japan - Traveling and tenkara fly-fishing In JapanJapan has many appeals to the traveler. Its forests are verdant and the streams clear. The culture is so different from anywhere else in the world. The food is incredible. And, well, it is the land of tenkara. Many people plan to visit Japan for various reasons, but the idea of catching Japan's native trout also makes the traveller want to add fishing in their plans. In this episode Daniel shares his experiences traveling to Japan for the food, the hot-springs and for tenkara fishing of course.
Show notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/destination-japan-travel-fishing/
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2015-09-0300 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingThe Flyathlon, with Steve ConradIt may be counterintuitive to combine an activity that "slows you down" with something as speedy as running. Yet, it may be the balance brought by an activity that touts "run, fish, beer" that has attracted a large group of people to partake in the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon.
Listen to this conversation with Daniel and tenkara guide and running enthusiast Steve Conrad to learn more about TENKARA+ Running.
Show notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/the-flyathlon-tenkara-running-with-steve-conrad/
You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2
2015-08-2700 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingShort Cast - The Karma NeutralizerDo you believe in karma? Well, it may or may not exist, but there seems to be something to that whole "what goes around, comes around thing". So, just in case karma is for real, it's probably not a good idea to let it build up.
In this "Short Cast" episode of the Tenkara Cast, Daniel Galhardo talks about his concept of the "Karma Neutralizer".
Show notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-the-karma-neutralizer/
You may also subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2
2015-08-2000 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingMusic - An Interview With TakénobuSometimes it seems like part of our lives deserve a soundtrack. Nick "Takénobu" Ogawa's music has been a major part of Tenkara USA's videos. It is as if many of the songs had been composed while in the mountains.
The story of how Daniel discovered Takénobu's music may sound too serendipitous to be true. But only fate could dictate that one day Daniel would be writing about tenkara just to have a song named "Fishin' " appear on the radio, and upon closer inspection he would discover the musician actually had ties to Japan.
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2015-08-2000 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingTenkara Rod Breakages and how to repair your tenkara rodTenkara rod breakages are never fun. Luckily it is generally very easy to prevent tenkara rods from breaking, and it is even easier to fix tenkara rods.
In this episode of the Tenkara Cast I talk to several customers about their experiences breaking tenkara rods and how they got their tenkara rods repaired. I also chat with TJ and John, who handle customer service and repairs at Tenkara USA about the most common causes of rod breakages and how to prevent and fix those breakages.
Music generously provided by Nick "Takenobu" Ogawa: www.takenobumusic.com
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2015-08-1200 minTenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishingIntro Episode: What Is Tenkara?Tenkara is the simple Japanese method of fly-fishing that uses only a rod, line and fly. It originated in the hands of commercial anglers in the mountains of Japan. Nowadays tenkara uses telescopic rods made of carbon fiber and synthetic lines, but the simple spirit of the method remains as strong as ever.
In 2009, Daniel Galhardo introduced tenkara outside of Japan and created the first company fully dedicated to tenkara. His introduction of tenkara to the world created a small revolution in fly-fishing where people realized fly-fishing could be simple and that anyone can do it.
In this episode, the...
2015-08-1200 min