Tenkara - Sling Pack - Aussie Outdoor Gear

Serviceable First Sling Pack

Posted by Paul Pruss on 3rd Dec 2017

As you don't need much kit with Tenkara, a few spools of line, some leader and a handful of flies, this pack is an economical way of having all you need for an afternoon's fishing.

The price is the main attraction and I had no reservations when I cut a small slit below the "D" ring and sealed it with a soldering iron to make an exit hole for my hydration bladder. This pack holds a 3 litre bladder with room to spare in the other back pockets.

I carry a few breakfast bars, a packable rain jacket and other bits just fine and the rod sheath carries your tube firmly in place. The chest strap fly pouch is roomy and the outside elastic pocket works well to hold your clippers and haemostats.

A few things to note: the fly pocket is lined with fabric only. There is nothing inside to secure your flies to.
In picture number 4 it shows a fly keeper but mine didn't come with one (I'm not complaining here).
I Macgyvered some close cell foam inside and it works perfect. The pack is light and comfortable but could be improved with a waist belt to reduce rotation. This might not be a problem for those who don't carry 2-3 litres of water. 3 stars (average) for functionality, 4 stars for what you get for the price. I had a bit of a catch with this pack and again, Dori sorted things immediately. Great customer service at AOG!

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Serviceable First Sling Pack

Posted by Paul Pruss on 3rd Dec 2017

As you don't need much kit with Tenkara, a few spools of line, some leader and a handful of flies, this pack is an economical way of having all you need for an afternoon's fishing.

The price is the main attraction and I had no reservations when I cut a small slit below the "D" ring and sealed it with a soldering iron to make an exit hole for my hydration bladder. This pack holds a 3 litre bladder with room to spare in the other back pockets.

I carry a few breakfast bars, a packable rain jacket and other bits just fine and the rod sheath carries your tube firmly in place. The chest strap fly pouch is roomy and the outside elastic pocket works well to hold your clippers and haemostats.

A few things to note: the fly pocket is lined with fabric only. There is nothing inside to secure your flies to.
In picture number 4 it shows a fly keeper but mine didn't come with one (I'm not complaining here).
I Macgyvered some close cell foam inside and it works perfect. The pack is light and comfortable but could be improved with a waist belt to reduce rotation. This might not be a problem for those who don't carry 2-3 litres of water. 3 stars (average) for functionality, 4 stars for what you get for the price. I had a bit of a catch with this pack and again, Dori sorted things immediately. Great customer service at AOG!