Comparison of Initial Investment: Fly Fishing and Tenkara Outfit (on Google Shopping)
Many claims that its is “expensive" to start fly fishing. But is it really so?
According to Google Shopping search result for the initial tackle investment fly fishing requires only $125 and tenkara $53, if aiming for typical trout fishing or light weight sport fishing excluding expense on accessories.
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| Items | Fly Fishing | Tenkara |
| 1. Rod | Fly Rod: $40-$2400 | Tenkara Rod: $40-$330 |
| 2. Reel | Fly Reel: $35-$1000 | No reel, rig spool: $3-$20 |
| 3. Casting Line | Fly Line: $35-$120 Backing Line: $8-$40 |
Level Line: $5-$24 |
| 4. Fishing Line | Tapered Leader: $2-$12 Tippet: $5-$15 |
Tippet: $5-$15 |
| Total | $125-$3587 | $53-$389 |
| Casting Range | 1m-40m | 1m-10m |
| Fish Size | 0.25lb – 20lb | 0.25lb – 6lb |
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*Search performed in September 2014