Hand-tied flies: These locally made, hand-tied flies will be a boon to your fly fishing arsenal. While Trekka carries mass-produced flies as well, using flies that are tied by people who know the local insect life and eating habits of fish in Chattanooga waters can make the difference between fish biting or not. $30 for a baker's dozen – Available at Trekka Outfitters. trekkaoutfitters.com.
Riverworks Tenkara Backcountry Rod: The handmade corked grips on Riverworks' Backcountry series of tenkara rods will sit comfortably in your hands, and the fast action of the rod is responsive and snappy. The Backcountry series, as its name implies, is perfect for nymphing in the shallows of the countless creeks and streams in Southeast Tennessee surrounding this grassroots gear manufacturer's Scenic City hometown. $299 – Available at Riverworks. riverworkscompany.com.Riverworks Tenkara Backcountry Rod: The handmade corked grips on Riverworks' Backcountry series of tenkara rods will sit comfortably in your hands, and the fast action of the rod is responsive and snappy. The Backcountry series, as its name implies, is perfect for nymphing in the shallows of the countless creeks and streams in Southeast Tennessee surrounding this grassroots gear manufacturer's Scenic City hometown. $299 – Available at Riverworks. riverworkscompany.com.