Would you like to hear a story of how the Tenkara USA Satoki came to be? Well then… get a drink, sit back, and let’s chat a bit about the origins of one of Tenkara USA’s newest rods and how it came to be. About 4 years ago, while Daniel and I were driving through [&hellip The post How the Tenkara USA Satoki Came to Be appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

Fall is a beautiful time of year in the northern Rockies, but for me, it’s always been a little overrated in terms of fishing. Yes, it can be a great time to target big browns and colorful brook trout, and it’s just an incredibly beautiful time of the year to be outdoors here. The downside [&hellip The post Exploring Fall Tenkara Fishing in the Northern Rockies appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

September Fishing in the Rockies: A Tenkara Guide to Master Clear Streams September presents a unique fishing landscape in the Rockies. With summer’s heat transitioning to fall’s first frost, the waters turn low and crystalline, unveiling challenges for anglers. The fish, having experienced a full summer of anglers’ pursuits, have become more cautious. Yet, with [&hellip The post September Fishing in the Rockies: Tackling Low & Clear Waters with Tenkara Techniques appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

An old guide friend of mine used to say, “The hardest thing about fishing Montana in summer is deciding what to do”. This statement holds true not just for Montana but for anglers across the country. Summer represents primetime for a multitude of fishing enthusiasts, with an abundance of options at their disposal. The Rocky [&hellip The post The Ultimate Guide to Tenkara Fishing in Montana in August appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

Tenkara USA is proud to introduce a new, truly functional piece of apparel, the Fly-Weight Jacket. Often the best fishing conditions involve inclement weather, and having a portable and effective rain jacket can turn a cold, wet slog back to the car into a banner day on the water. Also, a light rain jacket is [&hellip The post Tenkara USA’s Fly-Weight Jacket: Perfect for Fishing Enthusiasts appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

I’ve talked about the gear we like for spring, but let’s dive into tenkara fishing techniques for the season. We can break this down into the when, the where, and the how. Keep in mind that the preferred tactics and techniques in the northern Rockies may or may not be appropriate in your home waters. [&hellip The post Tenkara USA Spring Fishing Guide: Techniques and Tips for Success appeared first on Tenkara Fishing Tips ..read more

Written by John Geer One of the most common questions we get at Tenkara USA is, “What is the difference between the kinds of lines for my tenkara rod?” or at least some variation on that theme. First off, I want to say that line choice is largely a matter of personal preference. There aren’t [&hellip The post All About Lines For Your Tenkara Rod appeared first on Tenkara USA®: the Best Tenkara Rods, Tenkara Lines and Tenkara Flies ..read more

Written by Martin Montejano While the summer wains, some of the flows throughout the watershed may start to dissipate. Tenkara fishing tailwaters will often offer more opportunities for fishing during the transition into fall. Consistent temperatures and flows, especially when regulated by a dam, often provide a great environment for trout all year long. I generally save [&hellip The post Ebbs and Flows – Tenkara Fishing Tailwaters appeared first on Tenkara USA®: the Best Tenkara Rods, Tenkara Lines and Tenkara Flies ..read more

Written by Martin Montejano The flows on one of my favorite rivers are just about perfect, the fish are biting, and they should be hanging in the stretches of riffles and deep pools until the end of the season!  While I plan to spend most of my time over the next few months fishing around the [&hellip The post Go With The Flow – Tenkara Waters With Stronger Currents appeared first on Tenkara USA®: the Best Tenkara Rods, Tenkara Lines and Tenkara Flies ..read more

Tenkara Community Submission Written by Sean Jansen I’ve been fascinated by the combination of activities. Just picking up my fly rod and going down to the local lake or river doesn’t excite me anymore. But combine a 5-mile hike into the wilderness to an unfished stretch of stream and the bags are packed. I’ve been fortunate [&hellip The post Running On The Fly: 28.3 Miles, 11,000 Feet and High Alpine Tenkara Fishing appeared first on Tenkara USA®: the Best Tenkara Rods, Tenkara Lines and Tenkara Flies ..read more