Comments on: A Simple Fly Fishing Setup for Backpacking http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/ Free information about backpacking and fly fishing Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:27:17 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: 5 tips to reduce the weight of your fly fishing kit for backpacking http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-360 5 tips to reduce the weight of your fly fishing kit for backpacking Sun, 20 Jun 2010 19:21:10 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-360 [...] while back, I wrote about a simple fly fishing setup for backpacking. As fly fishers, we have an intrinsic advantage when it comes fishing on overnight and multi-day [...] [...] while back, I wrote about a simple fly fishing setup for backpacking. As fly fishers, we have an intrinsic advantage when it comes fishing on overnight and multi-day [...]

]]> By: Logan http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-344 Logan Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:25:45 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-344 What a great site! Thanks for all the great info Jason. Cheers. What a great site!
Thanks for all the great info Jason.
Cheers.

]]> By: jasonklass http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-290 jasonklass Sat, 08 May 2010 00:36:15 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-290 Thanks Erik. Just to clarify for everyone, I don't push Tenkara rods because I'm trying to make a sale--I push them because I really believe they are the perfect fly rods for backpacking. For all I care, people can go buy them directly from <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/" rel="nofollow">Tenkara USA</a> or anywhere else they're available instead of me. I really just want to help get the message out about them. The truth is, I haven't even touched any of my Western fly rods since the day I first cast my Tenkara USA Iwana. That doesn't mean I won't ever fish with a reel again. I'm just enjoying Tenkara too much right now. Anyone who has fished with one probably knows what I'm talking about. As for DIY content, I already have some fly-tying videos in the blog for those of you who tie and have some other videos and blog posts planned for DIY backpacking and flyfishing gear. I hope you enjoy them! Thanks Erik. Just to clarify for everyone, I don’t push Tenkara rods because I’m trying to make a sale–I push them because I really believe they are the perfect fly rods for backpacking. For all I care, people can go buy them directly from Tenkara USA or anywhere else they’re available instead of me. I really just want to help get the message out about them. The truth is, I haven’t even touched any of my Western fly rods since the day I first cast my Tenkara USA Iwana. That doesn’t mean I won’t ever fish with a reel again. I’m just enjoying Tenkara too much right now. Anyone who has fished with one probably knows what I’m talking about. As for DIY content, I already have some fly-tying videos in the blog for those of you who tie and have some other videos and blog posts planned for DIY backpacking and flyfishing gear. I hope you enjoy them!

]]> By: Erick Legue http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-289 Erick Legue Fri, 07 May 2010 22:27:25 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-289 Jason, I've been following your websites for a long time, and I'm astounded by the string of comments here. Sure, backpackflyfishing is linked to the concept of tenkara fishing because it's what Jason, as an expert lightweight hiker and fly fishing guide prefers to use. Sure, he recommends DIY for backpacking, but that doesn't mean everything he does has to be the same. Conveniently, he's created different blogs for these. The walkincountry link provided is for the kind of person who wants to randomly catch fish with a line and a gatorade bottle with no technique or challenge. If you want to do something like that, get a cat-o-matic automatic reel from bass pro or a fishing noodle from walmart. Jason is sharing a technique for getting at the fun and challenge of fly fishing with equipment light and strong enough for backpacking. Keep up the good work, Jason. Jason, I’ve been following your websites for a long time, and I’m astounded by the string of comments here. Sure, backpackflyfishing is linked to the concept of tenkara fishing because it’s what Jason, as an expert lightweight hiker and fly fishing guide prefers to use. Sure, he recommends DIY for backpacking, but that doesn’t mean everything he does has to be the same. Conveniently, he’s created different blogs for these. The walkincountry link provided is for the kind of person who wants to randomly catch fish with a line and a gatorade bottle with no technique or challenge. If you want to do something like that, get a cat-o-matic automatic reel from bass pro or a fishing noodle from walmart. Jason is sharing a technique for getting at the fun and challenge of fly fishing with equipment light and strong enough for backpacking. Keep up the good work, Jason.

]]> By: Dave http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-111 Dave Fri, 02 Apr 2010 23:49:27 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-111 For a truly ultra light fishing rig that you can build for pennies, check this awesome link: http://www.walkincountry.com/fishing/mini-survival-fishing-kit For a truly ultra light fishing rig that you can build for pennies, check this awesome link: http://www.walkincountry.com/fishing/mini-survival-fishing-kit

]]> By: Jason Klass http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-98 Jason Klass Fri, 26 Mar 2010 01:21:55 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-98 Hi Ross, Well if you're not hiking far in, I don't think you need to restrict yourself to one fly box since weight is not really such an issue. This setup is really for people hiking miles into the backcountry and staying at least one night. Tenkara rods can handle fish over 14" (look at the Yamame) but it might not be right for the style of tailwater fishing you're doing. I'll get a photo of my fly box up soon. I'm working on a lot of content to bring this site back to life so be patient and good things will come. Hi Ross,
Well if you’re not hiking far in, I don’t think you need to restrict yourself to one fly box since weight is not really such an issue. This setup is really for people hiking miles into the backcountry and staying at least one night. Tenkara rods can handle fish over 14″ (look at the Yamame) but it might not be right for the style of tailwater fishing you’re doing. I’ll get a photo of my fly box up soon. I’m working on a lot of content to bring this site back to life so be patient and good things will come.

]]> By: jasonklass http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-97 jasonklass Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:25:12 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-97 Hi Firehorn, Like I said above, the site barely has any content yet. But soon, it will be a much better resource and content driven. Check back from time to time and you'll see. good luck with the rods. I hope they work out for you! Hi Firehorn,
Like I said above, the site barely has any content yet. But soon, it will be a much better resource and content driven. Check back from time to time and you’ll see. good luck with the rods. I hope they work out for you!

]]> By: Firehorn http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-96 Firehorn Thu, 25 Mar 2010 23:21:33 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-96 I have to agree with Dave that this is intended to be a commercial site. When looking for information about poles there is none other than the ones being sold. I ordered a selection of rods from http://www.sourcingmap.com and they are awesome. I figured that if they were not of good quality I would let my kids use them. Well, they are nice and I saved enough money to get some Titanium gear to save weight on. When it breaks and they all will if used, then I will not be crying over the loss. http://www.sourcingmap.com I have to agree with Dave that this is intended to be a commercial site. When looking for information about poles there is none other than the ones being sold. I ordered a selection of rods from http://www.sourcingmap.com and they are awesome. I figured that if they were not of good quality I would let my kids use them. Well, they are nice and I saved enough money to get some Titanium gear to save weight on. When it breaks and they all will if used, then I will not be crying over the loss.

http://www.sourcingmap.com

]]> By: Dave http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-94 Dave Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:46:41 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-94 I just took delivery of the Tenkara rod suggested by Justin. http://www.sourcingmap.com/352m-portable-telescopic-sections-travel-fishing-pole-rod-p-52826.html It is amazing! Delivered to my door all the way from China for only £6.50. I just took delivery of the Tenkara rod suggested by Justin. http://www.sourcingmap.com/352m-portable-telescopic-sections-travel-fishing-pole-rod-p-52826.html
It is amazing! Delivered to my door all the way from China for only £6.50.

]]> By: Jason Klass http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2009/12/01/a-simple-fly-fishing-setup-for-backpacking/comment-page-1/#comment-90 Jason Klass Sun, 21 Mar 2010 22:30:01 +0000 http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/?p=43#comment-90 Hey Dave, that's great to hear! I just posted the first of many "How to" videos to come: http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2010/03/21/how-to-tie-the-go-to-midge/ Hey Dave, that’s great to hear! I just posted the first of many “How to” videos to come: http://backpackflyfishing.com/blog/2010/03/21/how-to-tie-the-go-to-midge/

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