dakine campus mini backpack 18l Pack Backpacks – Luggage Online and a non Dakine Campus S 18L Backpack

I should mention that I dont use the Paternoster style rigs which are common in our Southern States but prefer a rolling ball sinker with which I can walk the gutters to cover more ground

The single-orientation strap is the biggest drawback, and the minimal internal organization wont appeal to everyone, but if you want a comfortable 8-liter sling that just works without overthinking it, this is the move

I carried that simple combo everywhere and learned how to fish for a half dozen species

Spinning reels are perfect for beginners

And yes I am restocking my Senko supply after we used dozens if not hundreds of them on our groups January trip

One unified storage system A box with a ton of options