All tenkara rods are cheap if you factor in that you don't also need a reel and a fly line. Get a good one. Tenkara USA makes what I think are the nicest American models, but the Japanese models are next-level. I died a little when a buddy broke my Kurenai 390. But my Rhodo is nice too.
I owned a mizuchi. It caught fish. It seemed impressively light and sensitive until I played with other brands. I think they're ok.What about the dragontail brand?
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I've fished a lot of awesome places this year with mine. They're super portable and easy to use, and you can't beat how delicately they present flies. They're super effective.Ok thanks. I literally don’t know anything about it. I’ve watched a few videos and that’s it. I’d love to be able to carry one in or on a daypack and catch fish while I’m out and about.
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When I was younger, I landed a ton of those guys on my cheap fly rod combo I got from Meijer. I would like to get back into it, but I need another time consumption hobby like I need a hole in the head..lol.View attachment 90236View attachment 90237View attachment 90238
Just learning how to fly fish this summer. Went to a local pond w a 3wt and had a ton of fun.
I’ve had a blast so far. Finally caught some river fish, some smallies and more blue gill. 3 wt definitely makes it more fun.When I was younger, I landed a ton of those guys on my cheap fly rod combo I got from Meijer. I would like to get back into it, but I need another time consumption hobby like I need a hole in the head..lol.
We call those Gaspergou or fresh water drum. Similar but slightly different and definitely not as good to eat but make good cut bait. That is pretty decent sized one. Nice catchI caught a redfish to . This is a Redfish isn’t it?
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I'd say your time has been well spentI have spent all my time fishing this year. Done none of the usual hunting prep. Hell I just started visiting this site. Missed the contest entry.
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I have a similar dilemma here in southern New England, safe ice season has been brief and sometimes non existent. Because I only have a canoe and small row boat I tend to stay off the water once the water temp is cold. So I’ve been considering shore fishing rivers and streams for trout.Is it worth fishing if there is no ice? Seems we don't get ice like we use to in lower Mi these days. I kinda ask if I should pull the boat out. I have fished a few times late October. But never caught anything. Anyone have good luck doing it? What's the first thing you will usually try? Lakes near by have large mouths, pike and pan fish mostly. Wonder if I should explore it more. Or not bother. But 40-50 deg can be a nice afternoon if dressed correctly..
Ugly stick Gx2 combo. I have a few and for the price are pretty hard to beat. That 5' light action to me is pretty sensitive. 4 or 6 lb line is plenty. The 4 will probably Handel everything just fine. Don't over fill the spool. Not sure about winter colder water. But when it's warmer the easiest thing I have found and simple. Tie your hook on, leave a good length of line hanging out. Tie a loop in it and put a small weight on it. Or put the weight on and tie it in. Either way. Weight hangs down how ever far past the hook. Add worm, minnow, bait. What ever. Toss out, slow real back in. Simple, and quick to tie on. Bobbers are great for kids. But I usually spend more time taking out tangles. That is pretty quick to replace. Small jigs with Berkeley Power bait is another go to for me.Okay, let’s say I have some gift certs and have been looking to get my first fishing pole. I know nothing about fishing but I enjoy doing it and I have a 3/4-acre pond on the property with a gang of stocked bass, crappie, etc.
Budget-friendly, easy to use rod and reel…what am I looking at?