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Ep. 28: Don't Fish Without This Gear!
Episode 28
Sunday, 2 November, 2025

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 comfort and safety 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!Show Notes & Links:00:00:13 - Opening Remarks00:01:16 - 2026 Print Issue Submissions00:02:30 - Meet Bryan Trantham - @bryantrantham7872 00:04:27 - Don't Fish Without This Gear!00:07:24 - Tom's First Item - Wooden Wading Staff00:14:49 - Bryan's First Item - Garmin InReach00:25:00 - Mike's First Item - 6 Can Tube Cooler00:28:58 - Anthony's First Item - Nite Ize Hitch Phone Tether00:31:32 - Anthony's Second Item - Dr. Scholl's Shoe Inserts00:33:30 - Mike's Second Item - IKEA Frakta bag00:37:03 - Bryan's Second Item - Hill People Gear SAR Kit Bag00:43:42 - Tom's Second Item - Katadyn BeFree Water Filter00:52:24 - Anthony's Third Item - NETrekk Alpine Angler Folding Net(10% off Coupon Code: TA10)00:57:46 - Mike's Third Item - Travelon Packing Squares | Tip Grips01:01:28 - Bryan's Third Item - NoTouchTrout Release Tool01:05:30 - Tenkaraman's Net Release - @tenkaraman01:07:02 - Tom's Third Item - RiverRuns Wader Gaiters01:16:41 - Closing RemarksWant to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler