In 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 secret fishing location in Wisconsin, his gear choices and tenkara “style”, targeting machaca in Costa Rica, the origin story of Badger Tenkara, as well as some quick hit questions on favorite species, flipping guitars, conservation, natural phenomena, advice for a new tenkara angler, and hair care tips. In all, it’s a little over forty minutes of tenkara and fixed-line fun we’re certain you’ll enjoy! Show Notes & Links: 01:40 – Intro to Mike Lutes, co-founder Badger Tenkara 02:54 – Mike’s intro to fly fishing 05:07 – The transition to tenkara & top secret water 06:55 – Mike’s local waters and species 08:17 – Trout vs. Smallmouth bass gear 09:14 – Props to Tenkara Times! 10:34 – Mike’s tenkara style & choice of flies 11:20 – Chucking streamers 14:23 – MACHACA! 18:00 – Fixed line + boats 20:05 – Origin story of Badger Tenkara 26:40 – MWTF & the tenkara community 30:48 – Post Badger Tenkara 33:00 – Mike’s favorite species 33:54 – Flipping guitars 35:43 – Interesting natural world happening 37:50 – Bigfoot meets Tenkara Gandalf 38:51 – Trout Unlimited and Project Green Teen 39:38 – Advice for a novice tenkara angler 40:10 – Mike’s glorious flow Want to see more? Badger Tenkara Tenkara Angler