Fishing a Gorgeous Waterfall in Colorado! (Tenkara Fly Fishing)

[@SuperDaveP270]

I'd watch a thirty minute video of you fishing even if you only caught one fish the entire time. I enjoy the product reviews, watching and listening to you talk about methods, species identification, and the amazing scenery. It is all worth it, so you should not stress!

[@TenkaraAddict]

I appreciate the kind words!

[@KurtStewart-bd8hx]

I really enjoy your videos. As a result, I bought my first Tenkara Rod. Can’t wait to use it. Thanks.

[@YaknTackle]

Coffee and a great Tenkara video...cheers!!!!

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks, I appreciate you watching!

[@tenkaraintheiowadriftless]

Nice video Tristan. I absolutely love your [sometimes brutal] honesty in your rod assessments. It does more for your perceived objectivity and credibility than you probably know, and that extends to your thoughts on creeks, fish, etc. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks, that's great to hear! I don't owe any rod makers anything. It's far more valuable to me (not to mention more fun) to be honest with whatever gear I talk about.

[@bobg7764]

I agree. Coffee and a quiet scenic chill Tenkara fishing video is always a great day. Thanks Tristan

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks for watching!

[@walterdurand9472]

Thank you, you always come up with some of the nicest places to fish! Obviously you enjoy your time on the water and hunting for those jewels of trout steams you always fine

[@SUVRVing]

I really do. Nothing tops finding obscure little creeks with great fishing!

[@garrydurfey9700]

Yes, I do enjoy your videos tremendously! Thanks for what you do and sharing your experiences.

[@SUVRVing]

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching.

[@dvdschaub]

Beautiful spot, Tristan. It would be great if we could see the net better when you catch a fish. I remember that you used to do that. Love your stuff.

[@TenkaraAddict]

I agree. It really just depends on the angle that I have the GoPro set at that day. Little differences in the change of the angle of the camera make a big difference to how the video turns out. And there's no way to really "set" the angle and never have to worry about it again. It's something I have to adjust each time I go out there, and sometimes the angle is a bit better than others

[@JohnCallender]

In another life you could have been a birdwatcher. The enjoyment of the outdoors, the simple gear, the excitement of finding what species and subspecies show up in a particular place, admiring their colors... I'm more a birder than a fisherperson these days, but decades ago when I lived in the Eastern Sierra I did some traditional fly fishing. Looking back on it I was basically fishing like this: tiny creeks, 6"-12" fish, lots of fun catch-and-release. Watching your videos makes me want to give Tenkara a try. Thanks!

[@batman1950]

Fav fishing spot in the sierras? If ya don’t mind giving away a secret or two :)

[@jobabs]

My brother-in-law watches this channel for the fishing, I watch for the scenery. What a beautiful slice of wilderness! I was waiting for a moose or bear to mosey in to the watering hole.

[@TenkaraAddict]

I appreciate both of you watching! 😁

[@butchpemberton6143]

Great video, being a fisherman myself when younger...Your shows are stressful finding the right spots for fish...I had limited time when ever I did get to go so, like you I would get stressed to think I just drove 8 1/2 hours and came home the next day or 5 days later with 3 fish...with completely perfect weather...later my time became more limited so, I hired guides and and in BC. Keep the faith and remember Gods Speed..

[@kangTriya]

Cool, spectacular fishing art performance 🙏🤗🇲🇨 greetings from Indonesia

[@philipbain9483]

Great videos! I am wondering which tenkara rod you would consider best value for moderate sized creeks. I have a Tenkara USA Rhodo and like it, but would like another that is slightly more robust at a decent price. Thanks!

[@kennethwatson7290]

Thanks for the video. I enjoy watching your Videos every other weekend. Thanks for sharing

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks, I appreciate the support!

[@rayhoskins4478]

Thanks! Great Vid! I have a question. When you say you have an 11 foot line on. Is that 11’ including the tippet? Or is that 11’ with a 2’ or 3’ tippet added on? For a total 13’ or 14’ feet? Thanks for the info.

[@johnbakken1853]

No stress. Enjoy the journey.

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks!

[@zisontheriver]

Thanks for the video! This creek is beautiful but can be hit or miss. I've caught my only grand slam here, but I've left with just a fish or two other times, so you did great:)

[@TenkaraAddict]

Interesting! It's always fun to hear about other people's experiences on a creek like this.

[@zisontheriver]

Likewise:)

[@matt9108]

Would love to hear your thoughts on this rod versus the Beartooth. I enjoy my Beartooth for what it is.

[@TenkaraAddict]

The Beartooth is WAY better than this rod!

[@ceceliaroberts1475]

Coming from your other video of dry desert land to tree filled, rocky streams, makes my day!

[@TenkaraAddict]

I love 'em both!

[@michaelsmith7193]

“Halle-freakin’-luia!” That’s going to be my new expression of angler delight on finally catching a fish after a long drought! Beautiful stream, but guess I was hoping for wild native cutthroat trout above the waterfall. Thanks for taking us along!

[@TenkaraAddict]

I was too 😄

[@PaulN-x2q]

That is why we hike up and down mountains with a heavy fly reel and line that will never be used to even half its capacity..

[@anndebaldo7381]

Love your videos! I know that you are about catching the fish. I'm curious that if you catch a really large fish, do you ever catch and keep to eat? I would think that would be a permissible thing to do given all of the small fish you release! Thanks so much and ATB.

[@Rolian10]

What do you think of Tenkara USA rods? I just bought one last week…

[@henrystrickland1256]

I’ve been fishing that creek since 1978! With the exception of a couple friends you’re the only other person I have seen fishing there

[@SUVRVing]

Nice! How is it below the waterfall?

[@henrystrickland1256]

@@SUVRVing about the same depending on the month. More water better pools. End of June on average is best

[@henrystrickland1256]

@@SUVRVing it’s quite good! Late June into July after run off is good

[@LJHowardPhoto]

That was a pretty creek. I'd love to tackle it with my camera. I often wonder what time of day you're fishing.That would be good info to include. In my experience time of day can make a huge difference in your success rate.

[@TenkaraAddict]

I started fishing here first thing in the morning and fished for 2 or 3 hours. In my experience time of day makes no difference on the little creeks I fish. On bigger or more pressured waters, it certainly can.

[@bert1015]

I have the beartooth from tenkara rod co and I think you have the same rod, do you think you’ll ever fish it and give a review?

[@TenkaraAddict]

I've fished it a couple times. It's a good little compact rod. Waaaay better than the one from this video 😄

[@clydeshope6942]

Another awesome video well done some really nice

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks!

[@BeefNEggs057]

When they come off it’s Just early catch and release. Beauty of a spot. That rod is going in the sell pile for sure.

[@joeg5414]

these are my favorite streams to fish. We have a lot of them here in southwest Colorado

[@TenkaraAddict]

I haven't fished SW Colorado nearly enough

[@salvadorsepulveda6415]

Just a thought, how about another channel of just the streams running? It's relaxing. I do enjoy your fishing ventures. 👍

[@TenkaraAddict]

My philosophy has always been to make the kinds of videos I would want to watch, and unfortunately, I just wouldn't watch a video like that. Someone else will have to pick up the torch.

[@boozieboise]

I just found your channel and have watched 5/6 episodes and am curious if you eat trout? I fish ultralite and fly in central idaho and the little creeks are so much fun.

[@TenkaraAddict]

Nope, I don't. I didn't grow up eating fish, so I never acquired a taste for it. Lots of great fishing in your neck of the woods!

[@boozieboise]

@TenkaraAddict I was born in Eureka California and grew up on seafood so I love it. Trout on a stick cooked over a campfire is truly a thing of beauty. Fish on!

[@kenneth4992]

I call it the catching time. Out the blue they start bitting then at random it stops. Maybe 15 minutes, maybe 1 hour. Usually morning and evenings for me. Beautiful scenery. I cut out a Family Circus cartoon along time ago. Dad is sitting against a tree and Jeffery runs up asking if dad caught any fish yet and dad replies no they haven't bother me yet. Just enjoying his time on the water. GOD Bless you and your familes

[@TenkaraAddict]

I can related to that! And thanks for the kind words.

[@richardcardew9756]

Love these videos showing beautiful creeks and streams in the west. I love fishing for brook trout here in Michigan, but I’m a little dismayed at seeing just how much non-native trout have taken over your streams out west.

[@petersmith6974]

I learned how to tenkara with that Max catch rod. It worked good for a couple of years until I broke the top sections on a snagged branch.

[@TenkaraAddict]

It's definitely a usable rod, but there's also definitely better gear out there. Thanks for watching.

[@t88.k]

Thank you for providing with these interesting videos, started to investigate and try out Tenkara myself. Though, I only have larger rivers close to where I live and not these small creeks, for which Tenkara doesnt feel very suitable.

[@glendagutierrez2762]

Where in colorado is that waterfall is.

[@brucevannguyen]

ooh! Id take a swim in that water fall and see what fish live there.

[@jimberry4871]

Brook trout are so beautiful

[@SUVRVing]

They sure are!

[@luisfigueroa3300]

Even if you caught just one fish I will still enjoy your videos. In 40 years plus of fishing, I have found that when I lose a couple of fish in a row, it is cause by hooks getting dull. If the fish continue to strike the fly, then it a dull hook. I carry a small fly sharpener with me at all times. 😊

[@TenkaraAddict]

That certainly could be the problem. Thanks for watching!

[@stuartb9194]

Why not find creeks with more big white arrows, as they always seem to indicate where fish are biting?

[@jobabs]

😂

[@TenkaraAddict]

I'm waiting for someone to write the big white arrows guidebook!

[@riverrunner23]

"They can't all be winners, now can they."...Bad Santa. Yes, actually, any time on the water is a win for me. You got into a dozen or so, and that's decent. The rod reminds me of my Dad's old fiberglass 9' 6 wt fly rod. It was a workout using it, and it is the rod I learned to fly fish with. Oof. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy.

[@TenkaraAddict]

Agreed. I ended up having a great time and was able to get a video out of it. No complaints! 😁

[@leemowers9395]

nice adventure

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks!

[@EverythingOutdoors]

You seem a bit whiney on this trip. Started with the pole. 😂 Fun show.

[@droid9959]

Nice fish 🐟 👍

[@SUVRVing]

Thanks 🎣

[@blueridgeflyguy9551]

Thanks for all your investment (time,money and emotion) in making these videos Tristan

[@TenkaraAddict]

No problem! I'll keep making them for as long as I can 😁

[@johnsmalldridge6356]

So to make your content not so fish dependent you could learn more about the environment you’re in and share what you’re learning. You get to travel to some pristine places and I’m sure the flora and fauna are fascinating also.

[@brentditton7214]

Disappointment is part of fishing for sure. If all we saw was you catching a fish on every cast it would get boring pretty quickly. You add so much more to your videos than just catching fish….that’s why I watch them! Thanks for sharing some serious reality about fishing and sporting in general.

[@erikherroz2638]

Do you floatant on your flies

[@TenkaraAddict]

Nope

[@mak9x18]

How does it compare to the lipstick rod!? Lolol. As usual, great vid!

[@TenkaraAddict]

Lol RIP lipstick rod

[@hooperbloop7625]

Those of us that fish know it's fishing not catching. Pretty creek. It would have been worth the hike even if you didn't catch a thing. I'm up for the adventure, fish or no fish.

[@Steelertubeyou]

I know you don't like to expose your exact location, but I'd sure like to know even the generic region of Colorado you're in for this reason; I'm a Colorado native and have been fishing the Poudre Canyon / Hwy 14 area from Ted's Place to Walden my entire life. I don't actually fish the Poudre River and stick to the smaller creeks and streams throughout the area. For the past few years, I've been fishing quite a bit between the Blue Lake trailhead and Gould, where a person could literally fish for a lifetime. The one thing that I have noticed in all my years of fishing here in Colorado, the trout are picky about what they eat. You started out using the very red or pink Idaho Killer Kebari that wasn’t catching many fish, and this doesn’t surprise me at all as it’s lacking any “bling” or “flash” that the Colorado trout are attracted to. When you switched to the purple bodied fly you did a little better, but I’m sure you were missing dozens of picky Colorado trout. I have sat and fished huge pools with dozens of fish and patiently tied on at least 20 different flies, and I watched fish swim up, take a long look, and then swim away and go back to their feeding spot. It didn’t matter what the possible hatch was at the time, or bugs in the water and air, the fish just didn’t seem to care about 99% of my flies, until I tied on our go-to Pheasant Tail Nymph with a shiny copper or brass wire wrapped body. This “bling” clearly attracts the Colorado trout regardless of the species, and at times seems to be the only fly they will eat on a regular basis. I fish with my kids, and between the four of us we have dozens of flies, and we always end up using the Pheasant Tail Nymph when the fish aren’t biting any other flies. I don’t know if this is more common in the areas of Colorado where we fish, or perhaps is true for the area you were in also. So if you wouldn’t mind sharing the general area of this video I’d love to know. Thanks for another fun video, stay safe and have fun.

[@brian1204]

My experience in Colorado, years ago, was that the fish are generally highly pressured and so very picky. Less pressure, less picky.

[@Steelertubeyou]

Perhaps, but that's why I don't fish the Poudre Canyon as it's highly pressured as you say. My kids and I fish on the weekends and weekdays, and we've yet to see another fisherman on any of the creeks or streams we like to fish, and yet these trout are some of the pickiest eaters I've seen here in Colorado, whether it's the common Brook Trout, Rainbows or Cutthroats. @@brian1204

[@TenkaraAddict]

It wasn't the flies. I wasn't scaring up fish when I was wading through pools, etc. There just weren't a ton of fish in the creek. And sorry, but especially when there are identifiable landmarks (like the waterfall), I don't get into specific creek locations.

[@hamishwilson7547]

For me, it is all about your filming location. Not the number of fish that are caught. So thanks again.

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@davidnapper8097]

So , the rod wasn't great , and , not a ton of fish biting , still , it coulda been worse . Coulda been fish everywhere and no rod ! All in all not a bad day , awesome scenery and no skunk , and all to yourself . Works for me 😎👍👍

[@TenkaraAddict]

Lol good point! Thanks for watching.

[@Calatriste54]

Are you gonna eat what you catch, if it's legal? I just don't get catch and release..

[@TenkaraAddict]

Nope

[@barnygogl]

Hey, It's called fishing not catching in regards size and number of catch if you know what I mean It just feels good to be fishing doesn't it? Catching might be a less important aspect Your vids are inspiring, well put together and involve more than just fishing Makes me want to get off my keister and get my feet wet, which I certainly will

[@bigG010]

Ditch that rod. I think it was contributing to your losing fish. IMHO

[@ppacal1098]

Please pay attention to your camera angle, the last 15 minutes the camera too far up we couldn't see the fish. 😢

[@chrisgodwin8473]

Stop! Telling the KZbin creator what to do!