Nice sized bag. Not too large, and not too small. Easy to sling over my shoulder, or around my neck if necessary. Very convenient to use.
Complete Set: IWANA™ Rod + Kit
Well designed net and reasonably priced. Folding option excellent for storage.
Great experience with getting parts. I called cause I snapped the 2nd section, they offered me a solution and had my parts shipped within a day or so.
The Ukiyo is my first Tenkara rod ever. It is honestly the first fishing rod that I’ve purchased within the last 10 years. In the past, I’ve done a handful of trips using a standard rod and reel that was handed down by a family member. So I know some basics but, no means am I an experienced fisherman. The Ukiyo was really easy so set up after a quick flip through the manual. I used the provided tapered line without trimming and attached a 3-foot tippet with one of the included flies from the starter kit.
The Ukiyo collapses so small it weighs next to nothing. So it stored easily in my already nearly maxed out pack. For its maiden voyage, I put a few casts in from the shore of a small mountain lake in the Inyo National Forest and had my first small brook trout within 15 minutes. Making accurate casts took some trial and error but I quickly got the hang of it. I did find it difficult to cast when a breeze came through unless the wind was on my back. I’m guessing this can be mitigated with proper set up.
Although this won’t replace a “standard” rod and reel, for obvious reasons, the fast set up and fun factor of a tenkara rod is undeniable. I can’t wait to use it in some moving water.
I am very happy with the purchase so far, and would recommend for any backpacker that enjoys fishing to grab one.
Replacement came hassle free and just worked.
Very easy to assemble and many fly options.
Haven’t used it yet. Love it and can’t wait to use it. Thank you for it.
So great and fun! Easy way to stay fed in the backcountry.
Practical bag. I would recommend adding a couple of vertical stripes to hang accessories or use velcro to hang accessories. I am not sure how to use the bottom corner loops to add a hanging pouch.
Thanks
Nicos
Akane Pulse (Size 16, 3 Flies)
Used for the first time in alpine streams in Alaska while sheep hunting. Caught some grayling that were nearly 2 lb! Exceeded expectation big-time. Perfect for my intended use.
Limits the snag from seaweed , etc.
The roller dog looks great floating along in a river - a big snack for a hungry trout. Can’t wait to throw it in some ponds in Texas next month and catch some bluegill and bass!
Have not used due to water temps and lack of water in tributary creeks.
Complete Set: SATOKI™ Rod + Kit
I like using “non-traditional” flys with my Tenkara. But when I do, am I still fishing Tenkara?
New to Tenkara. Found the rod simple, easy to use and fun to fish. It’s a bit of gear I bonded with quickly and in just about 2 weeks have caught dozens of trout with in smaller mountain streams Largest has been around 14 inches and the small rod had no issues landing it.
One issue has been the rod cap holder at the bottom. Could be user error but I lost both caps while fishing, as they dropped out and I didn’t notice.
Nice to have a source for Tenkara flies as I am not a tyer.
Small creeks
tenkara - the book
All sorts
Tenkara made my old fly rods secondary
