Tenkara Path Products
"I am always looking for simple yet functional design esthetics that embrace the minimalist ethos of tenkara. In a world of too many disposable items, I believe that the things we own and use should inspire us, be practical, durable and cherished."
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Me and my river dog, "Fezzik"
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Line Spools |
The Tenkara Path line spools are handcrafted from reclaimed hardwoods, designed to hold tippet, line, and flies. Each unique spool is made by me and finished with oil, shellac, and wax to showcase the natural wood grain. Standard spools use acacia wood, with other premium woods occasionally available. See shop for more details and designs.
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Special - Limited Edition Bamboo.
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Making bamboo spools is challenging. I have not been able to trust some of the bamboo sources I have. Recently though I found a wonderful supply of top quality laminated bamboo.
Presenting... the "Take" (Bamboo) minimalist line spool features a new line holder button. An innovation that I will be putting onto future spools. the button is a beautiful engraved Japanese button. Many designs |
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"SHINKA" (evolution)
latest model of my original magnetic fly holder tenkara line spool, with 7 magnetic chambers and featuring a revolutionary "Center Line Lock". Once the line is wrapped up on the spool you merely bring the line in towards the center of the spool and wrap it around the center groove. |
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"SHINZO" (heart)
This minimalist design spool is for the angler who likes to keep their fly box in their pocket. The spool features a copper staple to attache the fly to. You then wind the line around the spool and lock the line into place using the center line lock. A thin profile that fits nicely in your pocket when not in use. GET ONE HERE! |
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"SAKURA" (blossom)
This is one of my newest designs for 2024. With rounded edges and 5 larger than standard magnetic fly chambers (can hold up to 3 flies in each) this tenkara line spool also featuring a "button line lock" made from a beautiful engraved Japanese coconut hull button. Holds your line, tippet and flies. GET ONE HERE! |
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TENKARA TALK SPRING SPOOL
A collaboration with Jason Klass of Tenkara Talk. This spool quickly became a tenkara angler favorite in 2019. The stainless steel spring holds many flies and lets you pack light and fish fast. Perfect for the backpacker or person looking for an all in one super star fly holding design holds a ton of flies and lets you pack light and fish big. GET ONE HERE! |
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I started making these years ago. They are really great for those just starting to cast a tenkara rod. I have had many people tell me they were a game changer for them.
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Furled Level Lines |
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I offer them in both solid and variegated colors. Great for windy condition but full disclosure.. Not the best choice for freezing temperatures. To be clear these are not tapered lines but are woven level lines. I cut them to 12' lengths, tie on a loop for the lillian and a tie in loop at the other. These lines are great for people getting started in tenkara and who are having some trouble casting. I have used them myself for years. Give them a try. They are quite affordable and available in sets of three.
GET THEM HERE! |
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HOOK REMOVERS |
SAVE A FISH! These hook removers are a wonderful tool for removing those deep throat hooks. I love that the handles are made from scraps that would normally be tossed in the bin.
Many fish are harmed when a hook cannot be removed quickly |
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To use the hook remover you merely run the hook remover loop down the line to the fly and are able to dislodge the hook quickly and get the fish back into the water. They feature a leather connector ring that easily attaches to a tether, or to a retracting reel. Buy a single remover or a set of three to share with friends.
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Fly Displays / Tool Caddies Bring the outdoors inside with a one of a kind fly display or tool caddie.
I collect these right from the riversides, give them a cleaning, sanding and sealing. Rustic feel, and each one is one of a kind. As fly display I include the plastic fly holding clips. I can also create a similar custom tool caddie for you. Collected annually during the spring and listed in late spring or late fall. |
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Fly Tying Thread Spools |
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These thread spools are each hand made and ready to put on your bobbin holder. They feel great in your hand and are based partially in a Japanese spool called a "Tama" (literally "egg"). Cool... you just learned something new! I created these because I use a lot of threads that come on larger spools not practical for my bobbin holder. They are also good for storing your yarns. Wood supplies for these is limited. Because these are hand-turned, there are slight differences between each spool. I try to make all of the spools in a batch as similar as possible.
Available in sets of 3 and 5. GET SOME HERE! |