
Ep. 10 Confessions of a Tenkara Rod Addict
Kris Franqui and I explore gear obsession and the specific characteristics we look for when buying a new tenkara rod.
In this ongoing series, Jason Klass hosts casual conversations with tenkara anglers around the world to explore the most interesting and esoteric facets of our rich sport.
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Kris Franqui and I explore gear obsession and the specific characteristics we look for when buying a new tenkara rod.
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