In 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.

In 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 MTN Tenkara to learn a little bit about their backgrounds, their interest in tenkara, and the direction they're taking the company.

Level Line Podcast Episode 14 Show Notes:

00:10 - Introduction

01:12 - Current Events⁠⁠⁠

09:40 - Scouting Water⁠⁠⁠

28:07 - Overrated / Underrated

40:59 - Q&A Ask

42:40 - Interview with Rocky MTN Tenkara

48:50 - Fishing in New Mexico

51:38 - Rocky MTN Tenkara's Niche

54:35 - Rod Lineup - Chico & Rio

1:00:34 - Conservation

1:02:38 - Where to Find Rocky MTN Tenkara

In 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!

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 Amago Giveaway

56:51 - Riverworks Rod Co. Oni Conversion Program

58:45 - Closing Remarks

In 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!

00:12 - Introduction

00:29 - Holiday Gifts
Nirvana Vise | Ragnarok | Chota Cloaks | Hill People Gear | Steel Bison

06:49 - The Little Things
Orvis Guide to Reading Trout Streams
Reading Trout Water (Dave Hughes)

29:05 - Winter Fly Box

36:24 - Fantasy Tenkara Gear
Tom on TenkaraTalk

44:18 - Overrated / Underrated Game

1:00:45 - 2024 North Carolina Oni School

1:06:01 - Free Foam Spool Contest

1:07:34 - Closing Remarks

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!

00:12 – Introduction

00:45 – Go To Tenkara With Us?
Tenkara Angler Article / Nikko Tenkara Article

06:12 – Contrasting Styles

12:30 – Look Back & Ahead – Anthony
Dave’s Guitar Store

17:16 – Look Back & Ahead – Matt
Personal Best Driftless Trout Video

19:42 – Look Back & Ahead – Mike
Dahlonega, GA / Helen, GA

25:33 – Overrated / Underrated Game

44:33 – Retro Driftless Designs
Merch on Spreadshop

46:12 – Standout Gear Picks of the Year
Riverruns Wader Gaiters
DRAGONtail Kaida
DRAGONtail Mutant
Tenkara USA Satoki
Wet Wading Small Streams

51:31 – Tenkara USA UKIYO

54:28 – Closing Remarks

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 you enjoy!

Show Notes & Links:

01:33 – New Product Launches

river peak Sangaku Special

DRAGONtail TalonMINI

Tenkara USA Fly Weight Jacket

Riverworks Rod Co. / Oni Convert Program

Tenkara Adventure Outfitters

17:11 – Recent Events (Focus on Driftless)

2023 TenkaraCamp Tennessee

2023 Oni School Recap (TenkaraTalk)

2023 Great Driftless Tenkara Campout

Five Days in the Driftless (Article)

Sunfish Woodworks

Dave’s Guitar Shop / Beanie’s Diner / Borgen’s Cafe

Anthony’s Gear: Tanuki 375 / Tenkara Rod Co. Kita 330

Mike’s Gear: Wader Gaiters / Oni Honryu 395 / DRAGONtail Kaida

43:41 – Summer Fishing

Do You Keep A Fishing Journal? (Article)

Frank Nale

Maggie Valley Fly Fishing Festival

Valley Forge National Historical Park

The Pass Lake Wet Fly (Article)

TYROAM Wading Staffs / Buggins / YGK Ultra Sight Line

Unsuspecting Minimalist (Article)

1:09:39– Tenkara Angler Housekeeping

2024 TenkaraCamp? Contact Us

Rocky Mountain National Park / Shenandoah National Park

Content Contributions / Print Magazine

Want to see more?

Tenkara Angler: https://tenkaraangler.com/

In 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 Three: The Front Range

19:59 – About the Author, Paul Vertrees

Want to see more?

Original Article: https://tenkaraangler.com/2022/04/11/septomber-a-tale-of-three-trips/

Listen In Playlist on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsMrTIA9H5kut084rrzrNSKYRUgTnHe_s

Tenkara Angler: ⁠https://tenkaraangler.com/

In 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 Tait (Fallfish Tenkara / Ilovetofish)

28:35 – Kris Franqui (Tenkara on the Trail)

42:48 – Jeff Lomino (Riverworks Rod Co.)

52:20 – Post Credits Bonus Story

Want to see more?

Tenkara Angler: https://tenkaraangler.com/

In 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

37:15 - Choosing Rods & Lines

45:57 - Podcast Plans

46:27 - Tailwater Tenkara with Paul Vertrees (Royal Gorge Anglers)

For More: Tenkara Angler

In 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 to miss this episode.

Show Notes & Links

01:20 – Jared Willadsen, Tenkara Genki (YouTube)

04:44 – Dre Fornasiero, New School Tenkara (Facebook)

20:10 – Jonathan Antunez, Trout Conjurer (Instagram)

25:00 – Arran Kerr, Appalachian_AF (Instagram)

28:19 – Adam Trahan, Tenkara-Fisher (Website)

39:59 – Mike’s Story, Troutrageous! (Website)

For More: Tenkara Angler