Tenkara USA is auctioning off the ultimate Tenkara outfit with proceeds to go directly to aid victims of the Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan. The auction was donated by Thom Darrah, inventor of the Ebira Rod Quiver and founder of TrailLite Designs and includes the following gear for a retail value of over $425:
– Iwana 11ft rod, Series II (147.95)
– Ebira rod quiver (55.00)
– Tenkara Net (85.95)
– Book: Tenkara, Radically Simple, Ultralight Fly Fishing. Dr. Kelleher and Misako Ishimura (Signed by Dr. Kelleher) (19.95)
– 3 flies tied by Dr. Ishigaki (the only fly he actually uses for fishing) (priceless)
– Level line 3.5 (12.35)
– Traditional tenkara line 10.5ft (19.95)
– 2X Line holders (11.95 each)
– Tippet, 5X (7.55)
– Forceps/Nipper set (11.95)
– Fly box (12.35)
– Tenkara tea set (15.00)
If you’ve been thinking about getting into Tenkara, this is a perfect opportunity to get completely outfitted while doing something proactive to help Japan in this crisis. The auction ends March 31st. To bid, click here or on the image above.
