I’ve been intrigued by the nissin mini rods (Keiryu and tenkara)…can’t explain why. I don’t have an issue backpacking longer rods, since I’ve been toting 3 piece bamboo fly rods for years…a 2’ rod already seems tiny. I just have an appreciation and fascination with different rods. Would I be “better” if I stuck to a single rod? Probably, but I would feel like I’m missing out on the enjoyment of other rods. Eventually I’ll gravitate toward a few favorites, but I still won’t get rid of the others. I enjoyed the guitar analogy and I would add a similar one with hunting rifles. I have enough to arm a small town, but each one has a special meaning with individual sentiment and experiences. I won’t get rid of ones I haven’t used in a decade. Just seeing them in the safe gives me comfort and enjoyment. Having my rods in a handmade rack on the wall will have a similar effect.
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