Trying Out the NEW Dragontail Kaida Rod (Tenkara Fly Fishing)

In this video I fish with the new rod from Dragontail Tenkara, the Kaida. This is a travel/pack rod that can be fished at two different lengths: roughly 9.5 and 10.5 feet.
► FlyTyingYarn.com: flytyingyarn.com/
► Get the Kaida here: dragontailtenk... (Try one of these coupons for 20% off for the next week or two: kaidanewsletter, kickstarterkaida, kaidafb
DATE FILMED: August 2022
LOCATION: Sawtooth Mountains, Idaho
GEAR USED
** SEE MORE INFO ABOUT MY FLIES AND GEAR HERE: tenkaraaddict....
** ROD: Dragontail Kaida
** LINES: 9-foot level line (#3.5) with a few feet of tippet
** FLY: Size 12 as shown in the video
** NET: Medium Measure Net with rubberized net bag
OTHER LINKS
** Instagram (@TenkaraAddict): / tenkaraaddict​​​​​​
** My main KZbin channel (SUVRVing): / suvrving​​​​​​
** My other store: KamchatkaGear.com​​​​​​
#tenkara​​​​​​ #fishing​​​​​​ #flyfishing

[@TenkaraAddict]

Get the Kaida at dragontailtenkara.com/products/kaida-zx320-pack-tenkara-rod & try one of these coupons for 20% off for the next week or two: kaidanewsletter, kickstarterkaida, kaidafb (Note that I'm not affiliated with Dragontail and don't get any money or anything if you buy the rod or use the coupons.) -Tristan

[@micha_4991]

Could you write what kind of fly do you usually? Are you using nymph?

[@tenkaraintheiowadriftless]

If quality customer service is important to you, DRAGONtail is unmatched. They are incredibly responsive. I received shipping notification on a replacement rod section less than an hour after I placed the order! That service ethic alone makes them my go-to vendor.

[@jonbrown9490]

Yup, I totally agree as well. Brandon has been super great to deal with in all of my transactions( both DragonTail and Moonlit). For me, one of the best things about DragonTail is that they actually stock all of the replacement sections for their rods. I fell on my mutant and snapped the tip and 2nd section...I was able get both shipped to me for less than 40 bucks in 3 days. Pretty hard to beat. On the other hand, I need a tip for my Tenkara Rod Co. BearTooth and they are out of stock( and parts are buried on their website and not easy to find). I'll be sticking with DragonTail from now on.

[@aaronarms5982]

I have seen, I think the majority of y🎉ou tenkara fishing videos, and have learned a lot. I've enjoyed every single minute of them all. Absolutely fabulous job. Keep em coming 😊

[@robertmajor4904]

You mentioned Brent at Dragontail, I can say that he stands behind his product, great service, awesome rods!

[@TenkaraAddict]

Yep, I've had great customer service from them too. Thanks Robert!

[@cookntalk5408]

Thanks for taking us in your adventures! Hiking far distances to bring us great content is greatly appreciated!! Keep them coming

[@TenkaraAddict]

I'll try to keep making the videos as long as people keep watching them!

[@Krebster]

I'm watching this while waiting for UPS to deliver mine :)

[@michaelsmith7193]

That really was a beautiful little stream - just about a perfect pocket water / tenkara water! I always appreciate your rod reviews, and I especially like that one criterion you mentioned: not having to _think_ about the rod in hand! Thanks for another great adventure and rod review!

[@TenkaraAddict]

Thanks Michael!

[@markault8390]

Another great video, especially enjoy your laid-back approach. Thanks for the great footage as always... Just like to add I own several more expensive rods from different companies and I can highly recommend the Dragontail rods for the excellent quality, action and especially the price point... Not to mention one of the best features is customer service! Never a quality or performance issue just equipment questions and Brent and his staff have been the most courteous and helpful I have ever dealt with and I am 70 years old... You're honest approach to gear is right up there with the best Tristan and turned me on to this great company to begin with... Damn, I'm sorry to sound like a commercial, I have nothing to do with Dragontail tenkara... Outstanding videos young man,I enjoy watching them every week thanks again! mca

[@markg3025]

I love the Sawtooth mountains in Idaho. I fly 1400 miles to spend time in my Zen area Idaho.

[@TenkaraAddict]

Idaho is the most underrated state in the west, IMO.

[@markg3025]

@@TenkaraAddict I agree however there is a large number of California transplants buying up the property in the west part of the state. Boise is experiencing a housing shortage and home values have sky rocketed. I assume you are not experiencing that in Pocatello.

[@RickMidds]

SUGGESTION: Any chance you could shoot a side view of you catching a fish so we can see the bend of the rod you are reviewing. Perhaps tell us how the rod controls different sized fish you caught.

[@billj503]

PLEASE MAKE A VID about why tenkara vs traditional flyfishing or even regular spin reel fishing. I have both, but why start a new system? Truly interested to know the advantages and disadvantages .

[@carlosandreblatt]

My inputs on that 1-Lower cost 2-Less gear to mess around 3-higly efficient catch rate 4-Explore waters you wouldn't with regular gear.

[@mikehilbert9349]

Having just started, I am going to say that I like the simplicity of Tenkara style as well as the challenge of no reel. I used to fish with cane poles and to me this is in many ways a throwback to that. I fish mostly with spinning reels and tried fly fishing, but for where I was living and fishing, there just wasnt accessible areas to get proficient, this method seems simple at first glance, but has a level of challenge to it.

[@normwitt5449]

Just got mine yesterday.Taking mine out today.

[@seanerichumphreys5253]

I am new to Tenkara DRAGONtail has been great with my first purchase. Cheers to a new style of fishing for an old salt!

[@tenkaraonthetrail]

Thanks Tristan! I’ll be posting a video soon with my Kaida as well.

[@YaknTackle]

I just bought one...loving it so far...

[@robertkemp622]

I have the Talon, a predecessor to the Kaida, and it's only 14 inches closed. It's quite flexible. I also have the Tenkara Rod Co.'s Sawtooth, another highly flexible 12-footer.

[@norcaltenkara]

I love that Sawtooth! 🤘🏻

[@mikehilbert9349]

Last Monday was my 2nd attempt at Tenkara fishing. Actually landed 2 small rainbow, I lost a couple and missed too many strikes. I have a lot to learn a figure out, but I am hooked.

[@leemowers9395]

Thanks Tristan for a great video, slower start, nice move lower, Nice experience demonstrating the capabilities of this rod. Nice cut bow, good catch. Thanks for the education and entertainment.

[@robertphillips3893]

That creek was amazing. Very pretty,

[@Nonsensei-OG]

I can see how this rod does not add much versatility given your broad collection of tenkara rods. However, for those of us without a Zen Tenkara Suzume Rod, or something comparable in utility, does the Kaida Rod fit well in that usage niche? Thanks for giving us a look at how this rod fishes while taking us along on your adventures.

[@markshelley6817]

Hi Tristan, I noticed you leave a tag of nylon on the knot attaching the fly to the leader. The first thing I was taught 50yrs ago was to remove this as close to the knot as possible as a fish can get pricked by the tag and shy off the fly during a gentle take. I would be interested if removing this increased your hookup rate. Tight lines, Mark

[@robertleslie2467]

What a coinky dinky. I just watched the Dragontail video flick about the new Kaida just yesterday. I reckon it would be a great compliment to the Dragontail Hellbender as well as my Tenkara USA Sato to take car camping and fishing. All my bases would be covered and really wouldn't need any other rods. Then again...just one more rod. Just one more fly. Just one more fish! Mahalo for all you do!

[@Sara-ei9mv]

Can I make a suggestion to add to this channel name ; flyfishing. Like Tenkara fly fishing addict. ? I love your videos and watched over and over. I’m always looking for stuff to watch on you tube. I didn’t know what your current channel name meant so I haven’t been watching them. Thank you. Be safe out there. God bless!

[@seanfitzgibbon235]

Sold! Thank you Tristan!

[@ericintampa9352]

just one beautiful place after another. thanks Tristan, I really enjoy the experience.

[@TenkaraAddict]

I try!

[@roddymcniven8734]

Top job mate, looks fun. Tenkara fishing isn’t that popular here in Scotland but we have so many small streams that would be perfect. Might have a go. Cheers 🍻

[@Abolish101]

Have you ever had some wildlife catch you off surprise while you're fishing the creek? Looks very scenic, thanks for sharing with us 👍

[@norcaltenkara]

The Sawtooths are definitely on my list to check out sometime. Looks incredible!

[@Fernando_Woolybooger]

The Kaida has quickly become my favorite rod (out of the few I own). I bounce back and forth between the Kaida, the Foxfire and the Mizuchi. I find myself grabbing the Kaida the most. Great little rod.

[@jays1594]

What determines your pick from the 3

[@Fernando_Woolybooger]

@@jays1594 depends on where I’m fishing, what I’m fishing for, etc. if someone was to ask me today which one should they buy first, I would say Mizuchi.

[@jays1594]

@@Fernando_Woolybooger appreciate the response. I'm on the fence between Kaida and Mizuchi. Only reason being that I'm more of an ultralight backpacker. Would like the few occasions to fish and eat my catch. The compatibility/weight of the Kaida is the selling point for me currently. (I will be new to fly fishing and this will in fact be my first rod)!

[@Fernando_Woolybooger]

@@jays1594 if you are backpacking, check out the talon mini as well.

[@carloscaballerodetineo4062]

Buenas noches desde argentina ciudad de mar del plata espectacular explicación y videos felicitaciones 👏👏👏

[@ADVJunkie]

Love fishing that area!

[@teslah2997]

I actually like to catch fish to eat them, so what is the biggest fish that you think I could catch with this rod?

[@michaeltichonuk2176]

I like the review and the rod. I haven't replaced the one that escaped my cargo box yet and I think I'll replace it a multiple size one. Clueless how that feature alters casting performance...backpacking size interests me as I can spend hours hiking to a location and carry a back up ultra light spinner and/or a fly rod. Not often yet enough to have that as a consideration. Man, that location...such beauty!!!

[@TenkaraAddict]

A rod that can be fished at multiple sizes will feel a bit different at each length. Usually one feels a bit better than the others, but all are usable. Thanks Michael.

[@highlandfishingdiary8818]

Great video’s as always, lovely fish and surroundings and your videos are really informative. Cheers.

[@cbuttars95]

Loving your videos! Just made a trip to visit my sister in law in vail Colorado and had the chance to fish some streams around there! Had a blast, caught a few beautiful browns! Do you have any recommendations for what rod to use in the Upper Snake River area? I’m going to school up there and would like to try out a few of the small tributaries!

[@TenkaraAddict]

I live in Rexburg, and it really just depends on what size of water you want. You can fish a 17-foot rod on the Snake River or an 8-foot rod in creeks on the west side of the Tetons.

[@cbuttars95]

@@TenkaraAddict I love living in Rexburg it’s a great hub for fishing! Thanks for the advice! Now I’m tempted to find a good 17 food rod to buy too! 🤣

[@greenhawk_1495]

I live just outside the sawtooth mountains, probably the best fishing area in the entire united states

[@carlosandreblatt]

Oh Gosh, another beautiful rod on the market. Don't have any DragonTail, need to fix that! 😂 Great vid 💕

[@matt9108]

When you order lines, how do you go about pre-cutting the lines and attaching the tippet ring? I saw a video where you show us your bag rig and how you store those pre-cut lines, but do those already have tippet rings attached? Thanks dude love the vids.

[@FlickyFlies]

Looks like a nice rod for sure!

[@kieranfoster902]

Was just going to ask how many Tenkara rods you had and you answered the question.

[@daichi3102]

参考になります、動画素晴らしい❗️

[@daichi3102]

渓流が美しい❗️

[@chrisb5500]

Try using a smaller fly #1 4 or #16 for those tiny fish to increase your hookup rate. I have caught trout up to 6lb on #18 flies. They usually feed on small nymphs etc. I rarely use flies larger that #14 tr

[@kathigee]

Hey Tristan.. I usually watch your hiking channel but have recently been hooked on your Tenkara fishing. my husband fly fishes .. a lot. but I'm not that into it, but I recently purchased a Tenkara rod you had talked about (sorry. I dont have it with me and cannot for the life of me think of which one it is.. ). but I haven't used it yet, cuz I cannot figure out what kind of line or how to attach it.. or do I need a leader? tippet? Fly-fishing stores have not been that helpful. do you have a video on that? thanks!!

[@rashie]

👍👍

[@XA1985]

How big a fish can it handle before the tip snaps? It looks very fragile like it can’t handle weight

[@c.cabanilla8963]

I got nothing today on my local mountain streams. Well don't go at 1200. I was disappointed. Early bird gets the worm 🐛

[@Wendygaechter]

I am looking at this rod. I need a rod for streams like this one. I already have 3 longer rods. My question is when you say 9 foot line... does that mean main line only? Or including tippet?

[@micha_4991]

Could you write what kind of fly do you usually? Are you using nymph?

[@MajorThreat303]

Could you tell me what brand/model your net is?

[@ingloeski]

How do you like it compared to the Dragontail Mizuchi? in relation to the shortest lengths? I'm looking to get a complement to my shadowfire 365, something better for small crowded streams.Torn between the two options. I"ve heard the Mizuchi is hard to properly cast at the shortest length, mainly good for bow casting.

[@BassMaster.454]

What do you think would be the best tenkara rod for large mouth bass and brim? Preferably under 150.

[@mr.f2087]

May I ask what shooting tools and auxiliary shooting wearables did you use?

[@codybuchanan3972]

What do you think about the Amazon rods?

[@MIXIX333v2]

Do you keep any of the fish that you catch?

[@davidhakes3884]

Do you remember the $25 Ebay rod you showed? here a year later I watched your video and now the rod is $99. Greedy rod makers or should I say sellers?

[@davew7250]

What do you think is the biggest factor in size of fish? Food availability, habitat (stream size), or something else? I’m think I’m like you, I enjoy catching fish no matter the size. I did expect a few maybe a little larger than what you caught, though.

[@BassMaster.454]

From what I understand, if there are too many fish, they will not grow. It also depends on the size of the water they're in and what they have to eat.

[@markvanderstelt8999]

the amount of fish in the river and the amount of food Available to them if there is not Enough food they tend to stay small .

[@jaysmallen3067]

Great looking stream and fishing! Thanks for taking us along. I accidentally broke a tip section on my mizuchi at a lake I hiked 5 miles to. Broke the rod without a backup haha!! Ordered up a couple tip sections and back in the game now. Received the Kaida yesterday also. Looking forward to using the mizuchi and kaida 🤙🏻. I'll be going back to that little lake. Pretty decent Goldens, rainbows and cutthroats for a itty bitty lake. Love your new rig too! Looking forward to seeing how it'll effect your adventures. Party on Tristan!

[@michaelbattin6717]

whats your fav rod?