The Iridium Rod is a must, as is the Trap Bobber which slows the movement of the fish when you are not reeling
Sew with pleather, canvas or other sturdy material for a gorgeous summer tote bag
Or you can even bring some Spirit Flakes that can award you an extra fish (though Id recommend using these on more valuable fish beyond Pikes).
Of course, we pursued the best balance of "long castability, lightness, sharpness, power" required for this game, and realized high actual fishing performance
Whether you use it for school or commuting, the straps have a mesh padding with ventilated support so its easy to carry and keep on your shoulders
30L is toward the small end for travel packs, so unless youre a really light packer, I dont think you can go wrong with the 40L, which fits carry-on size restrictions around the world