Post by: Duckgtr on February 22, 2015, 05:44:48 PM
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Post by: BigGoonTuna on February 22, 2015, 09:33:58 PM
learn to read water, and keep moving around. i'd say about 90% of my steelhead are caught within 5 casts of switching spots.
Post by: Blackjaw on February 23, 2015, 07:36:26 AM
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Post by: huntnnw on February 25, 2015, 11:26:50 PM
wait for it......a classic move will come...he will delete is remark :rolleyes:
Post by: PolarBear on February 25, 2015, 11:32:51 PM
Post by: huntnnw on February 25, 2015, 11:52:16 PM
and for you to say elitest coming from the king of it!! effing hillarious!!!!!
Post by: PolarBear on February 25, 2015, 11:57:54 PM
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Post by: Bofire on February 26, 2015, 02:55:47 PM
I fished drift fishing for years and still do. it works, I also use bobbers and jigs or bait, it works. It is hard to get spots to fish there sometimes unless you will walk. I also use spoons they work too.
Where on the Skook are you looking, right below the dam? Good Luck, I fish there a lot, PM me if you want to talk about it.
Carl
Post by: M_ray on February 26, 2015, 03:29:52 PM
:tup: On the drift setup..only way I will fish them..I cannot stand bobber fishing and wont do it
I used to be like that, and definitely the best way IMO when you feel the pick up! The only thing I would use otherwise was an occasional spoon for summer runs. But I realized that I was missing out on a bunch of water and a bunch of fish ... there is water you just cant get a drift in that you can reach with a bobber and there are also rivers or certain drifts that are so rocky you waste more time tying up than you do fishing (sol duc) and If we stick with the OP a bobber is the best way for a newby to get started and find some success ... drift fishing will take time to perfect not only to feel the pick up but also to learn how to read water ;)
Best advice my Uncle gave to me when I started steelheading at age 11 ... "fish where the fish are" :chuckle: Good Luck! :tup:
Post by: Duckgtr on February 26, 2015, 05:09:35 PM
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Post by: viva_che1363 on March 01, 2015, 10:21:14 PM
Just picked up my first rod today Berkley Air IM8 9 foot medium action spinning for 8-14 pound line. Pretty stoked hopefully ill get to try it out this weekend, may have to hit you up to for some jigs as wheel
I have that some rod. Good rod for steelhead if you ask me. I'm not sure what river you plan on fishing but in my experience, smaller darker jigs seem to work best. curious, did you get your IM8 with the hook holder on the top of bottom of the rod? I got mine a few years ago and didnt notice the hook holder on top till after i brought it home. At first i hated it but it has kinda grown on me now.
Post by: BigGoonTuna on March 02, 2015, 07:40:01 AM
Just picked up my first rod today Berkley Air IM8 9 foot medium action spinning for 8-14 pound line. Pretty stoked hopefully ill get to try it out this weekend, may have to hit you up to for some jigs as wheela 9 footer is a good all around rod, and though i usually like something longer for jig fishing, the length is a good compromise on the skook(keeps you from whacking the tip on those low tree limbs!)
Post by: Cap.Silver on March 02, 2015, 08:55:01 PM
Post by: Bofire on March 03, 2015, 08:39:32 AM
For Bobber and jig/bait I like a 10-12 foot rood, I use 8 lb for that, use 8 for most things. Now you got a new rod go fish!! :chuckle: :chuckle:
Carl
Post by: _TONY_ on March 03, 2015, 09:07:50 AM
Got three on the SMJ2 and flo pink last thursday
Are those vent clipped fish?
Post by: BigGoonTuna on March 03, 2015, 09:13:47 AM
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Post by: PolarBear on March 12, 2015, 12:22:08 AM
We KILLED them the last 2 days as well! Still lots of nice bright fish in the Chehalis "tributaries". ;)
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Post by: Duckgtr on March 12, 2015, 01:54:04 PM
looks like you're figuring it out pretty quick there, i just wish i could get on the water this year :bash:I been very blessed with a skill that helps me pick up huntin and fishin In places fairly quick but also the common courtesy and respect I learned from my parents toward and person has help me achieve and gain help from some of the other locals teaching me and showing me how to river fish properly and effectively
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on March 12, 2015, 01:59:03 PM
Post by: floatinghat on March 14, 2015, 10:47:27 PM
That's what one of the guys I met told me to. Don't want to be the guy float fishin while everyone is drifting and learn a little River fishin etiquette like down stream man casts first
Don't forget the different methods have different etiquette ether. Fly fishermen start at the top and cast swing and step down and repeat. It is poor etiquette to step in below them, worse to do it and then just stand in one spot.
But you should be well served know different methods, best of luck.
Post by: M_ray on March 14, 2015, 11:00:25 PM
That's what one of the guys I met told me to. Don't want to be the guy float fishin while everyone is drifting and learn a little River fishin etiquette like down stream man casts first
Don't forget the different methods have different etiquette ether. Fly fishermen start at the top and cast swing and step down and repeat. It is poor etiquette to step in below them, worse to do it and then just stand in one spot.
But you should be well served know different methods, best of luck.
Don't be afraid to fish behind the water whippers ... I've caught fish behind them on several occasions! I'm not afraid to give them first water ;)
Post by: Bullkllr on March 15, 2015, 12:25:52 AM
As long as they're not to slow working their way down it usually works pretty well.That's what one of the guys I met told me to. Don't want to be the guy float fishin while everyone is drifting and learn a little River fishin etiquette like down stream man casts first
Don't forget the different methods have different etiquette ether. Fly fishermen start at the top and cast swing and step down and repeat. It is poor etiquette to step in below them, worse to do it and then just stand in one spot.
But you should be well served know different methods, best of luck.
Don't be afraid to fish behind the water whippers ... I've caught fish behind them on several occasions! I'm not afraid to give them first water ;)
That rule is generally true for fishing through a run with any kind of gear (or at least it used to be). It is normally the best way to work through a piece of water. Obviously I'm not talking about terminal areas where everyone has to just camp on a particular spot.
Post by: floatinghat on March 16, 2015, 10:29:15 AM
As long as they're not to slow working their way down it usually works pretty well.That's what one of the guys I met told me to. Don't want to be the guy float fishin while everyone is drifting and learn a little River fishin etiquette like down stream man casts first
Don't forget the different methods have different etiquette ether. Fly fishermen start at the top and cast swing and step down and repeat. It is poor etiquette to step in below them, worse to do it and then just stand in one spot.
But you should be well served know different methods, best of luck.
Don't be afraid to fish behind the water whippers ... I've caught fish behind them on several occasions! I'm not afraid to give them first water ;)
That rule is generally true for fishing through a run with any kind of gear (or at least it used to be). It is normally the best way to work through a piece of water. Obviously I'm not talking about terminal areas where everyone has to just camp on a particular spot.
Completely agree with both, generally we a fishing in different parts of the water column. If you see a fly guy fishing nymphs, they fish in more of a gear like manner and don't move. Additionally, you should always as the first person in the pool if you can join them. While flying I'll ask if they (angler) are moving through, if the say yes ask if I can go above. If for some reason they say no (not working through) I'll ask about below them. I have never in 25ish years say no. It reminds me of Muzzy and stick and string guys in the field, most are very considerate.
Post by: Cap.Silver on March 16, 2015, 07:58:28 PM
Finally hooked up on my first steelhead last weekendYou have the gift and skill :tup:congrats on the steelies