In Episode 28 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew, Mike, Anthony & Tom, invite special guest and outdoor gear aficionado Bryan Trantham to discuss essential tenkara and fishing gear. The “show & tell” style conversation covers a range of topics from the importance of selecting the right products to ensure on-stream and backcountry safety to innovative solutions for transporting gear and releasing fish. Each member of the panel shares their favorite gear and tips, emphasizing the significance of safety and comfort while fishing.
The episode also highlights the Tenkara Angler print magazine – Reminder, the deadline for the 2026 Issue is November 21, 2025!
In all, the conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, expert advice, and a passion for fixed line fly fishing, making it a must-listen for tenkara gearheads. We hope you enjoy this latest episode!
This video episode can also be found on the Tenkara Angler YouTube channel (we’d love it if you’d visit, like, and subscribe). The audio should soon be found pretty much anywhere you find podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, TuneIn, etc… Just search “Tenkara Angler Level Line” and it’s sure to come up!
Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast
Episode 28 Show Notes & Links:
00:00:13 – Opening Remarks
00:01:16 – 2026 Print Issue Submissions
00:02:30 – Meet Bryan Trantham – @bryantrantham7872
00:04:27 – Don’t Fish Without This Gear!
00:07:24 – Tom’s First Item – Wooden Wading Staff
00:14:49 – Bryan’s First Item – Garmin InReach
00:25:00 – Mike’s First Item – 6 Can Tube Cooler
00:28:58 – Anthony’s First Item – Nite Ize Hitch Phone Tether
00:31:32 – Anthony’s Second Item – Dr. Scholl’s Shoe Inserts
00:33:30 – Mike’s Second Item – IKEA Frakta bag
00:37:03 – Bryan’s Second Item – Hill People Gear SAR Kit Bag
00:43:42 – Tom’s Second Item – Katadyn BeFree Water Filter
00:52:24 – Anthony’s Third Item – NETrekk Alpine Angler Folding Net
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00:57:46 – Mike’s Third Item – Travelon Packing Squares | Tip Grips
01:01:28 – Bryan’s Third Item – NoTouchTrout Release Tool
01:05:30 – Tenkaraman’s Net Release – @tenkaraman
01:07:02 – Tom’s Third Item – RiverRuns Wader Gaiters
01:16:41 – Closing Remarks
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Really enjoyed this episode. A lot of great ideas. The item I liked the most was Mike’s beer can cooler. I’ve been looking for something that I could carry a few a rods in and keep in my car or be able to throw easily into someone else’s vehicle and not be fumbling around with loose rods and/or tubes. As soon as Mike showed it I knew that was my answer. When the episode was over I jumped on Amazon and ordered the cheapest one they had. It arrived a couple of days later. I threw the few loose rods I had floating around in the back of my car into it because the next day I was heading out with my son and son in-law so my son could cut his Christmas tree. There was a river right next to where we were going so I fished while he looked for a tree. It was so nice to be able to just throw the “cooler” into my son in-law’s truck and not be fumbling with loose rods.
The other item I liked was Mike’s IKEA Frakta bag for the same reason. Still need to acquire one of those.
I actually like Tom’s walking stick also. I made one based on his design earlier this year and it has saved my butt a few times.
Thanks guys for all you do for the community and sport. Keep up the great work
Glad you enjoyed the episode – and that the rod cooler tip worked out for you!