Photo Essay
Dave McCoy is no stranger to steelhead fishing on the Skagit and Sauk rivers, nor is a stranger to a camera. He shares his compelling images with our readers.
Essay
Bushwhacking on Vancouver Island leads intrepid steelhead fishermen to some choice runs, with hot fish. Sometimes there’s pain and joy, mixed in with this interlude of passion for steelhead. Author: Josh Temple
Technique
Down Time: Look seriously at how you approach a day on the water and you’ll likely agree that too much of it is spent not doing what you intended to do. Why down time is a buzz kill to steelhead anglers. Author: Dec Hogan
Deep Swing Tactics: Keep your fly in the zone longer is the name of the game for winter steelhead fishing. Exactly how you do that is the question that begs an answer. Author: Rob Crandall
Become a Better Spey Caster: Here are 10 proven tips that will make you a more proficient Spey caster, all spoken on good authority. Author: Dec Hogan
Steelhead Flies
If you can relate to Chinese food, steelhead fishing and a different approach to tying steelhead flies then you’ll appreciate some of Brian Chou’s favorite steelhead flies.
Intruders: The history of the Intruder is rich, as is the evolution of how this fly came to be. If you know it, the story is worth revisiting. If you don’t know it, it’s worth reading. Author: Mike Lunde
Fly Bys:
Ken Morrish, Trailer Trash
Brita Fordice, Flatwing Prawn
Tom Larimer, Brazilian
Oliver Holt, Lady Alexanne
Dean Finnerty, Finnerty’s Steelhead Skater
Jeff Hickman, Fish Taco
Gear Reviews:
Manufacturer’s Choice
Our request to 17 fly rod manufacturers: Send us your best steelhead rod and we’ll review it. We did.
Destinations:
Alaska: Sandy River by Pat Hoglund
British Columbia: Kispiox River by Bill Herzog
Washington: Cowlitz River by Tyler Comeau
River Guides:
Kitimat River
Hoh River
Skyokomish River
Upper Quinault River
Clackamas River
Deep Creek
Essay:
Extreme Steelheading by award winning author Sean Gallagher.