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Episode 16 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast is doing double duty as a "Supersized" edition of the Tenkara Moves series. In this episode Anthony talks to Jonathan Antunez about fishing wet flies with tenkara rods.

Jonathan offers up insight and advice on both taking wet fly fishing back to its fixed line origins while also bringing it up to the state-of-the-art utilizing modern tenkara rods and lines.



Show Notes:




The art of trout fishing on rapid streams by H.C. Cutcliffe


Check out these videos by Adam (Fly Anorak) on YouTube to see some more Cutcliffe patterns and learn more about them.
Patagonia video featuring the traditional Italian fixed-line style called Pesca alla Valsesiana


Jonathan Antunez's "Trout Conjurer" Instagram account



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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.

We really enjoyed this change up in the podcast programming, and hope you like it too. Check it out!

Show Notes:

00:10 - Introduction

01:45 - Furled Lines vs. Level Lines
(Submitted by Andy)

15:02 - "Go To" Flies
(Submitted by Dave)

25:30 - One Tenkara Skill for Beginners
(Submitted by Dave)

37:39 - Rod Breakage in the Elements
(Submitted by Gary)

44:01 - Patagonia?
(Submitted by Dario & Fer)

47:35 - "Bucket" List Tenkara Destinations
(Audible by Anthony)

52:22 - Tenkara vs. Fixed Line Fishing
(Submitted by Arran)

59:21 - Closing Remarks

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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!


Level Line Podcast Episode 13 Show Notes:

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!

Level Line Podcast Episode 12 Show Notes:

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 StreamsReading 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!


Level Line Podcast Episode 11 Show Notes:

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 – AnthonyDave’s Guitar Store

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

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

25:33 – Overrated / Underrated Game

44:33 – Retro Driftless DesignsMerch on Spreadshop

46:12 – Standout Gear Picks of the YearRiverruns Wader GaitersDRAGONtail KaidaDRAGONtail MutantTenkara USA SatokiWet Wading Small Streams

51:31 – Tenkara USA UKIYO

54:28 – Closing Remarks