And, if you’ve got a premium rod, you’ll probably want to protect it with some sort of rod tube. The simplicity of Tenkara is wonderful, and in some ways, very user friendly. The Best Fly Rods and Spinning Rods for Backpacking by Shaun Durkee May 05, 2020. Because they do not use a reel the overall weight of your fly gear can be as low as 6 ounces. Fly rods come in different sizes and flexibility for different types of fish. Here's are the finest backpacking fly fishing rod and reel you can opt for. Incredibly light. Orvis Encounter Spin/Fly Combo. Orvis has done it again by creating the ultimate lightweight 2-in-1 fly/spin combo rod, making it the best hiking fishing rod. Free shipping . Starting from fit and finish to portability, Cabela's Stowaway 6 is something you will like. However, fly fishers also tend… 70L Outdoor Fishing Backpack Tackle Bag Large Capacity Lures Storage Organize. Expert's opinions on best products - unbiased review. Viewing 8 posts - 1 through 8 (of 8 total) Forums are supported by our merchant partners . The choice of a fishing backpack can either make or break your fishing adventure. The kit includes a size 20 Voyager Reel, 6-foot travel rod, tackle box, and a custom travel case. Buy on Amazon. Free shipping . AU $25.35 . Collapses down to 22" and extends to 7 1/2 feet! With backpack fly fishing, you can double up your gear arsenal and unleash it in tandem. CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON. This includes a range of price points and styles of rods. The Best Backpacking Fishing Rods - what you should consider before buying and why. A Western fly rod outfit might weigh as much as 10 oz. What to consider when buying a fishing backpack with rod holders? Hit the trail, and the streams, with these backpacker-friendly, 3-weight fly rods. AU $106.79. In this review, we go over travel-friendly fly rod options which are aimed for backpacking. An astounding 72 grams (2.54 ounces) Incredibly convenient. AU $34.79. For the avid backpacker, weight continually arises as one of the most important factors when packing for any trip. Best 4# weight graphite backpacking fly rod building kit - Epic 480G C Carbon Fiber fly rod building kit. Head for the hills, answer the call and pack in your favourite adventure stick. Maxcatch 25L Waterproof Backpack Fly Fishing Bag with Rod Holders Ultra-durable. Within the past few years, budget fly rods have been all the rage in the fly fishing community. Free postage. However, I still prefer traditional fly fishing and just purchased a Douglas Upstream for brook trout fishing in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Quite unfortunate for my dear mother, but fortuitous for me. They come in a variety of sizes and power ratings. 4.3 out of 5 stars 44. I pack my fly rod and a go-kit of a few favorite flies and for the situation on every backpacking trip I go on near water. AU $115.00. Less weight in the pack translates int In a twist of fate, I was born with a fly rod jutting out of my hand. For a well rounded, ready-for-anything rod, I would suggest the 6'6 four-piece ML (Medium Light) model. Sougayilang Spinning Fishing Rod and Reel Combos Portable Telescopic Fishing Pole Spinning reels for Travel Saltwater Freshwater Fishing. Shop the best selection of fly rods at Backcountry.com, where you'll find premium outdoor gear and clothing and experts to guide you through selection. Rather, it reflects the size or weight of Best Backpacking Tenkara Rod. Get it as soon as Wed, Dec 30. for Fly Fishing, Saltwater Fishing and Much More, All in a Compact Format! Backpacking Fly Fishing Rod & Reel – A number of brands make great travel fly fishing rods and reel that are ideal to take on a backpacking trip/hike; Backpack Fishing Kit – A backpacking fishing kit is the perfect thing to get if you don’t want to buy lures, lines and other gear to go along with your rod and reel. If you are going to pack into the wilderness and catch those trout and grayling, this 6 piece classic series is truly an ideal rod for the job. Back in high school, he was got his start backpacking with a fully inflated float tube into remote lakes. The tenkara rod setup is so light, minimal, and simple that it won’t weigh you down or take up precious space, and we know how important that is for the weight-conscious backpacker. Hello all. Durable Canvas Fishing Rod Reel Organizer Bag Carry Case Holds 5 Poles & Tackle. When looking at an ultralight rod, keep in mind that that this numbering system does not represent the weight of the rod. Hankinsfly Guide Posts: 332 Joined: 12/21/17 02:12. Overall a nice rod for a quick switch from spinning to fly fishing and it fits right in your backpack! It did the job quite nicely. And at a great price, you cannot do better. That might be nice for bulbs but backpacking in the rain with a fly rod is a different story, we need this thing to be waterproof! It folds down, however, is still fairly large at about 2.1 meters so it’s not as compact as other rod sets. 4 weight Packlight - the super versatile 5 piece glass travel rod. A while back, I wrote about a simple fly fishing setup for backpacking. Traditional fly rods are labeled 5wt, which means that a 5wt line is recommended for the rod. A medium / fast action fly rod blank that is incredibly light, smooth and responsive This 5 piece set includes interchangeable fly and spin butt sections so you can be prepared for any kind of backpacking fishing. Post by Hankinsfly » 03/02/20 00:07. Interchangeable Spin, Fly, Bait, Travel Fishing Rod and 2 reels. From slow-action rods to the perfect nymphing setup, these are the best budget fly rods of 2020. Was: AU $39.99. Free postage. AU $36.99. Examples would be, lines, actions, classic and modern makers actions and the like. Moderators: pmcroberts, uniphasian. Made from IM8 graphite design, this is a high quality and performance break-down fly-fishing rod – which makes it perfect for backpacking and taking on the wilderness! I am planning on bringing it on a 8 day backpack hunt this October. Pros: Wide rod selection, low price; Cons: Slightly heavy; The Maxcatch Extreme Complete Fly Fishing Kit is an unbeatable value for money combo. With the rod and reel together, the Voyager weighs just 14.1 ounces, making is one of the lightest backpacking fishing rods you can find. This summer I’m hoping to backpack into some remote areas for some fishing adventures. Home › Forums › Off Piste › Fishing & Tenkara › Durable but light fly rod tube for backpacking. As fly fishers, we have an intrinsic advantage when it comes fishing on overnight and multi-day backpacking trips. Entry level backpacking fly rod. Besides, Tenkara rods have fewer applications. Owner of Alpen Fuel, Shaun, is an experienced angler with two decades of experience fishing mountain lakes and streams in Montana and Wyoming. If you’re into both fly fishing and backpacking, tenkara fishing is the perfect way to combine your two hobbies. 99. If I only had 2 or 3 days to hunt, I … Hardy emphasizes on the high-end 6 piece travel rods but the price to value ratio makes it a tough sell. 8 watching. This isn't just a great backpacking fishing rod, this is simply a stellar spinning rod all-around, easily outperforming most other traditional one or two piece rods. Gear Review: Backpacking 3-weight Fly Rods. Tenkara Lightweight Fly Rods for the Backcountry. 5 Images. Gallery. I bought a Redington classic trout 6 piece rod recently to be my weapon of choice. The rod weights available range from an 8 foot 4 inch 3 weight to a 9 foot 10 weight. The foam handles show average wear and are slightly dirty from use? Free postage. I bring my Tenkara rod on most every hike and it has completely changed my hiking experience for the better. This photo shows a spectrum of standard and travel rods stored and ready to hit the trails. Has a space on the side of the pack for receiving a broken down fly rod or rod tube Lightweight bag with comfortable strapping - this is a solid bag to hike in Highly affordable option Planning my summer trip. The bigger the fish is, the bigger the rod needs to be. Tuck a Clearwater Travel Rod in the car for those commutes when you can’t pass up a cast, or nestle it within your luggage for far-flung fishing adventures—these fly rods are meant for wandering. We've taken our amazing 476 blank and reconfigured it as a 5 piece travel rod, now small and compact enough to easily slip down the side of a backpack or rucksack. Cabela's Stowaway 6. REI • ZPacks • Hyperlite • Patagonia • Arc'teryx • RBTR • Drop • Backcountry • Feathered Friends • CampSaver • Gaia • Mountain Hardwear. More attention should be given to the type of backpack that will suit you. 5. Ultralight rods are shorter and lighter. Viewing 25 posts - 1 through 25 (of 26 total) 1 2 → Forums are supported by our merchant partners . Fly Fishing Waterproof Dry Backpack Outdoor Hiking Watershed Ultra-Durable 40L. Best Backpacking Fly Rods and Reel. But before you start stuffing everything except the kitchen sink into your pack, here are a few things to consider. It’s lightweight, it’s high-quality, it collapses down to a great size that will fit in your backpack, and it extends out to 12 feet so you can cast a long way across the water. ~~~Vintage Penguin Spin/Fly Combo Rod 7.5' Fly Spinning Rod w/ Fly Reel& Spin Reel~~~ The rod shows wear from everyday use and age. They are labeled as 3, 2, 1, aught (0), double-aught (00), and triple-aught (000) weights. Included with the Okuma Voyager is a lightweight rod and reel, a small tackle box, and a nylon case with a foam insert. with the rod, reel, and line (not to mention terminal tackle). This fishing rod has all the qualities that a backpacker needs. Before you decide on your favorite out of the best fishing backpacks with rod holders, consider the following factors: Weight. $119.99 $ 119. It is less portable than DRAGONtail. Included in the outfit: Fly rod and case, fly reel and neoprene pouch, backing, fly line, tapered leader, waterproof fly box, 12 flies, nippers, and lanyard. And the reasoning for this is simple. Maxcatch Waterproof Fly Fishing Waist Pack Crossbody Sling Bag Lure Tackle Bag. AU $38.88 . Between our two options, we decided to choose the Wild Water Fly Fishing rod. But still great for backpack fishing. Wild Water Fly Fishing Rod and Reel Combo Complete Starter Package. Home › Forums › Off Piste › Fishing & Tenkara › Entry level backpacking fly rod. There are too many alpine lakes to resist. But, it comes at a lower price, and with a handful of extras that make it worthy of this award. Other than being ultralight, what makes the Voyager such a great option is the all-in-one kit it comes with. The great thing about this is that the tape sticks to … ... (usually made of feathers or fur) with a weighted line. REI • ZPacks • Hyperlite • Patagonia • Arc'teryx • RBTR • Drop • Backcountry • Feathered Friends • CampSaver • Gaia • Mountain Hardwear. The Tenkara fly rod is an answer for the backcountry fly fisher because they only weigh about 2.3 ounces. The Clearwater’s nomadic nature doesn’t leave you wanting for power. Free shipping . Abu Garcia Waterproof Fishing Tackle Bag Reel Lure Bag One Shoulder Bag Tool Bag. Wyoming golden trout taken from a lake at over 10,000 feet. This board is for discussing concerns of fishing bamboo fly rods. We will review these options in more detail below. 18 posts • Page 1 of 1. 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