Back 40 Fishing
Back 40 Nomad hanging from a branch in the Set position over an ice-fishing hole
Proudly Canadian · Veteran-Owned

Back 40 Nomad

Pack light.
Fish far.

A compact 10-inch ice-fishing system that hangs over the hole, tips when a fish strikes, and fits where a traditional rod cannot.

Buy for $25 CAD See how it works
10″ compact body3½″ rattle reelCanada + U.S. shipping
Proudly CanadianVeteran-owned and built for hard-water anglers.

Leave the long rod behind

Less to carry.
Less to break.

Long ice rods are awkward on a backcountry hike and vulnerable in a packed sled or backpack. The Nomad puts the reel, strike indicator, and set-line function into one compact system.

  • Fits easily with your ice-fishing gear
  • No exposed rod tip to snap in transport
  • Adjustable balance helps reduce false trips

Only 10 inches long

A compact ice-fishing system that packs easily without a long rod tip to protect.

Built for the backcountry

Use a nearby branch as the support and set the Nomad directly over your ice hole.

Full-size rattle reel

A 3½-inch reel gives you a familiar set-line feel in a much smaller package.

Explore Back 40

Everything has its own place.

01

How it works

See the three-step setup and species guides.

02

Products

View the Nomad, specifications, and Field Pack.

03

Media

Watch for field footage arriving Winter 2026/27.

04

Contact

Send a message directly to Back 40 Fishing.

05

Our Story

Meet the Canadian veteran and angler behind the Nomad.

06

FAQ

Answers about setup, use, shipping, and more.