Tenkara USA Ito Rod

When fully extended, the Ito reaches a whopping 14’7”. Don’t be intimidated, however: it’s surprisingly nimble for this length and can still be fished at 13ft as well. This is Tenkara USA’s longest rod, and the offering that’s most at home fishing bigger pools, wider streams and fast-moving rivers. If you’re used to the reach of fishing with, say, a classic 9-foot 5-weight, the Ito’s casting range will leave you impressed at what a reel-free rod can actually accomplish. Active Junky testers noted that, while long, the Ito’s lightweight responsiveness supported precisely targeted fly delivery. From ponds to pools, open streams to roiling rivers, the Ito is a serious weapon in the hands of intermediate to advanced anglers.