The Backpackr Rod... Over $125K raised on Kickstarter.
Tenkara is a simple and effective way to fly fish. No reel, no hassle — just a rod, a line, and a fly. It strips fly fishing down to the essentials, so you can focus on the experience, not the gear.
Whether you're on a small creek or a backcountry lake, tenkara makes it easy to catch fish and enjoy the moment.
We designed the Backpackr for anglers who want to go farther with less. Built from premium carbon fiber, it collapses to just 13.5 inches and weighs only 2.8 ounces — so you can hike deep into the wild without extra weight dragging you down.
With three adjustable lengths (10'10", 11'10", and 12'10"), it’s versatile enough for tight creeks, alpine lakes, and everything in between.
This is tenkara made for the mountains — light, strong, and born to roam.
Every Backpackr rod comes ready to fish — right out of the box.
Here’s what you’ll get:
Backpackr Rod – ultralight, collapsible, adjustable to 3 lengths
Rod Tube & Sock – for safe, compact storage
Furled Tenkara Line – perfectly matched to the rod
3 Hand-Tied Tenkara Flies – our go-to patterns
Tippet – connects the line to the fly
Line Holder – keeps your line neat and tangle-free on the move
Whether it’s your first time Tenkara fishing or your hundredth, this kit has everything you need to hit the water.
The Backpackr launched on Kickstarter and raised over $125,000 from anglers around the world. Why? Because it solves a real problem — how to fish deep in the backcountry without bulky gear.
It’s lightweight, compact, and durable enough for remote adventures — and now, for the first time, it’s available to pre-order outside of Kickstarter.
“This is the tenkara rod I’ve been waiting for. Light enough for long treks, but still strong and versatile.”
— Kickstarter Backer Carl
⚠️ Limited availability: This is a limited production run. Once it’s gone, you’ll have to wait until the next one.
This is a pre-order. All rods will ship in September 2025. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way.