Tag Archives: swinging flies for steelhead
Saturday Shoutout / Pesqa on Trailer Hooks
I'VE BEEN LUCKY TO SPEND SOME PRETTY SPECTACULAR DAYS ON THE WATER WITH SCOTT BAKER-MCGARVA. It was on one of these days that Scottie showed me how to rig a Hobo Spey to help prevent fish mortality. It's a lesson that stuck with me. In fact,...
One Hook Or Two?
By Justin Pickett Two hooks, or Three? You Decide! Time for a little discussion. Instead of telling a story, or sharing a tip, I want you guys and gals to tell me what you think about my personal preference on this topic. Do you agree? Do you...
Saturday Shoutout / Wild Steelheaders United
THIS WEEK TROUT UNLIMITED LAUNCHED A BOLD NEW EFFORT. Wild Steelheaders United is taking on the task of bringing Steelheaders together under one tent to work for the protection of this embattled species. Sounds like a no-brainer but when no two groups can even agree on...
Saturday Shoutout / Fall Run
THIS FILM BY TODD MOEN IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE FLY FISHING FILMS EVER. Anyone who has ever fished for steelhead will feel their heart pounding in the first few minutes of this film. The amazing shots of fish and water alone are enough to have...
The New Zealand Strike Indicator
IT'S NOT OFTEN THAT A PRODUCT COMES ALONG WHICH CHANGES THE WAY I FISH. I don't always fish an indicator, but when I do, it's this one. I absolutely love it. It's sensitive, stealthy, versatile and super easy to use. Long story short, it puts more...