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“Winter Steelhead in Cold, Tough Conditions, Big Rewards!”
Winter steelhead fishing gets tough when the water is low and clear, but that doesn’t mean the fish stop biting! In this video, we hit the river with a mix of techniques-running plugs, swinging flies, and drifting jigs under a bobber-to entice these elusive fish.
We break down our approach to adjusting for tough conditions, including lure selection, leader adjustments, and stealth tactics to avoid spooking fish. Whether you’re a plug puller, a fly angler, or a bobber-drifting addict, there’s something here for you.
Drop a comment below with your favorite technique for winter steelhead in clear water! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next adventure!
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @prolificnorthwest
    @prolificnorthwest 8 годин тому

    That's pretty great that you fish with your dad. Great video. Cheers!

  • @pnwchromecatchers
    @pnwchromecatchers 15 годин тому

    Tank of a hen nice fish!! I love those cold morning like that 😎👍🏻

  • @Speykast1
    @Speykast1 День тому

    Better than average caster. Cool video. Hope the rivers stay cool this Fall.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 9 годин тому

      Appreciate it! That’s the goal. Cooler temps definitely helps . Good luck out there.

  • @OregonFishingAdventures
    @OregonFishingAdventures День тому

    wow absolutely beautiful fish man great fight!

  • @danielnetherton7852
    @danielnetherton7852 День тому

    Was that the cowlitz at Lexington?

  • @ryanneal4342
    @ryanneal4342 День тому

    Did you recently fish near erie pa ?

  • @jeffstoeger2974
    @jeffstoeger2974 День тому

    You fishing the oregon city area. Nice job Bruce. What plug

  • @kevinthomas4539
    @kevinthomas4539 День тому

    Love the plug take down, what plug where you using? Just found your videos , subscribed 🙂

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors День тому

      Thanks Kevin I appreciate it. We normally use 3.0 or 3.5 mag lips. Dr death is the plug that fish came on.

  • @gemarimancingTV
    @gemarimancingTV День тому

    Nice video Mantab yes keren😎 ok

  • @duckpursuitchannel
    @duckpursuitchannel День тому

    That fish was a slab bro!!

  • @johnthefisherman-1
    @johnthefisherman-1 День тому

    Awesome. Love all the different styles of fishing. Just got a drift boat and can't wait to use it on the local rivers.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors День тому

      That’s awesome, drift boats are the way to go for steelhead!

  • @garrettstaten4169
    @garrettstaten4169 3 дні тому

    Way to go guys. Wish I had a better shot of what you were using. Looking like the last fish was lost due go the leader coming in contact with the rim of the net. 😞 Still a fantastic day!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 2 дні тому

      Thank you Garrett it’s a good day when you can get out and fish . Springer season is right around the corner can’t wait .

  • @nathancavanaugh8489
    @nathancavanaugh8489 5 днів тому

    Nice work, always a good challenge getting it done solo!!!

  • @cornfed6105
    @cornfed6105 7 днів тому

    Why do all steelhead drift boat guides have the same mustache? Just an observation...

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 6 днів тому

      I’m not sure maybe it’s tradition like firefighters have mustaches.

  • @Tunaaatv
    @Tunaaatv 7 днів тому

    A good angler is adaptive, I’d say you fished the perfect rod for each spot!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 7 днів тому

      You are absolutely right! Gotta adapt to the conditions to make it happen. 🙌🙌🙌

  • @HVSKYBOI
    @HVSKYBOI 7 днів тому

    If you ever need a shuttle buddy and wanna help a guy on his Spey cast let me know 😅. But great video dude 👏. Pulling plugs is an art itself.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 7 днів тому

      I appreciate it. I could always use a shuttle buddy and help with my cast, I’m always learning.

  • @jameshourihan4193
    @jameshourihan4193 7 днів тому

    Should have shown the fight and fish

  • @OregonFishingAdventures
    @OregonFishingAdventures 8 днів тому

    also kuddos to use for keeping your options diversified as far as running flies and gear its always good to have more tools in the arsenal, that fish put up a good fight

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 7 днів тому

      Absolutely, you’ve got to be prepared for anything on the river.

  • @OregonFishingAdventures
    @OregonFishingAdventures 8 днів тому

    are u in southern oregon? Also great video man really enjoyed watching it maybe one day we will have to get together and u can teach me more about swinging flies i just got a single hander 8wt i use with a SA anadro indicator line ive considered getting a second spool and line for it for a heavier shooting line or the OPST commando head

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 7 днів тому

      Sounds good man . I’m up in the Portland area, thanks for the kind words . There’s nothing like hooking one on the swing. It definitely takes time me and patience. Good luck out there.

    • @OregonFishingAdventures
      @OregonFishingAdventures 7 днів тому

      @riverrightoutdoors oh ok gotcha yeah I have only took the fly rod out twice this season cuz I've been fishing some new rods I got

  • @pnwchromecatchers
    @pnwchromecatchers 8 днів тому

    Nice work dude! No rod holder needed! 😂

  • @sharonnoble5356
    @sharonnoble5356 8 днів тому

    😮wow!

  • @williamblair2934
    @williamblair2934 8 днів тому

    Not a snob . Glad you caught a fish. I have yet to get one. Been just swinging. Going to mix it up with an indicator and bead on my 7 wt switch rod . Patient man I am but it is nice to get a boost of a fish😁

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 8 днів тому

      It is a great feeling, congrats on getting out there, I hope you land some soon. Keep swinging it will pay off. I’m going to start dedicating swing only trips here soon. The only way to get one on the swing is to keep swinging . Good luck and let me know if you hook up .

    • @williamblair2934
      @williamblair2934 8 днів тому

      @ I will. Thanks

  • @riverrightoutdoors
    @riverrightoutdoors 8 днів тому

    Have you ever miss netted a fish before ???

    • @williamcooke6056
      @williamcooke6056 8 днів тому

      Everyone has. Netting alone while fighting a steelie from a boat, no less, is challenging to begin with. Bottom line is you captured it! Well done!

  • @duckpursuitchannel
    @duckpursuitchannel 8 днів тому

    Great day buddy!!

  • @Speykast1
    @Speykast1 8 днів тому

    Use less upper arm. Let the D loop form farther behind you. Pivot your body at your torso.

  • @samuelcrittenden3178
    @samuelcrittenden3178 12 днів тому

    You can steal my heart and head

  • @nairnfly
    @nairnfly 12 днів тому

    Cracking video well done some great takes and scenery ...Marquis is the business :)

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 11 днів тому

      Absolutely, thank you and they definitely are 🙌🙌

  • @riverrightoutdoors
    @riverrightoutdoors 12 днів тому

    Whats your winter steelhead setup ?

    • @EeRock507
      @EeRock507 10 днів тому

      Swing or die bro. Spey life or no life.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 10 днів тому

      lol I used to think that way a couple of years ago. Now there are way more Spey fisherman . I have had some days where the river was corked and only fished a run or two. It turned into a float trip not a fishing trip. Plus I have friends that only swing and buddies that only gear fish. Best of both worlds. I would most definitely like to fish the swing all the time.

    • @EeRock507
      @EeRock507 10 днів тому

      @@riverrightoutdoors yeah definitely sucks floating by 4 out of the 6 runs you wanted to fish. Even harder when the jet sleds bounce back and forth on them also. Tight lines . Good luck this season

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 10 днів тому

      @EeRock507 you too my friend

  • @soultrader57fishingandmusi25
    @soultrader57fishingandmusi25 13 днів тому

    Tough luck there, man! Over here in UK red/orange/yellow/black are the go-to colour combinations for salmon and sea trout (sea run browns) flies when there's colour in the water and it's running heavy after rain. In northern England and Scotland most of our rivers run with a heavy peat stain from the hills as the flood passes through. Relieved to see you have bad days over on pacific NE ! 😂👍

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 11 днів тому

      Some days are definitely better than others. It’s just nice getting out and practicing my cast for a bit. A fish would be a bonus. Those are great color combinations. Now the conditions over here are low and very clear making it a little more challenging. Good luck out there. 🙌🙌🙌

  • @soultrader57fishingandmusi25
    @soultrader57fishingandmusi25 14 днів тому

    outstanding fight sequences! is this Oregon? noticed the arid desert surroundings! subbed 👍👍

  • @Fisher_Munro
    @Fisher_Munro 15 днів тому

    Wow hadn't seen your stuff before, good content!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 15 днів тому

      Thanks fisher I appreciate it. Keep making those dope videos.

  • @CaptainZac
    @CaptainZac 15 днів тому

    In a few days hopefully those conditions will improve and you'll be dialed in on the steelhead! Tight lines! Captain Zac

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 15 днів тому

      Thanks captain Zach , the rivers are clearing up and dropping into shape.

  • @prolificnorthwest
    @prolificnorthwest 20 днів тому

    Good stuff as usual!

  • @dsddavesmith
    @dsddavesmith 21 день тому

    Liked and subscribed my brother. It was a good day; you were out there getting after it before the pilgrims show up when conditions are perfect. It's early in the year and that HARDY is gonna zzzzing many times coming up !

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 21 день тому

      Thanks Dave I appreciate buddy . Hopefully that hardy starts singing soon . Good luck this season.

  • @McNuggiez
    @McNuggiez 21 день тому

    YESSS! love the new video gotta love being out on the river, stay safe out there!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 21 день тому

      Glad you enjoyed the video! Hope you get some action on the water.

  • @McNuggiez
    @McNuggiez 23 дні тому

    Great video. There are definitely some tips I need to apply. Steelhead are definitely a grind.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 22 дні тому

      Thank you I appreciate it . I’m still learning myself. The best thing to do is fish as much as possible.

  • @BlueBloodCstm
    @BlueBloodCstm 28 днів тому

    That reel is just begging for some oil haha

  • @adventurfly879
    @adventurfly879 28 днів тому

    One of my favorite rivers on earth in early nov. Caught my first steelhead on a skater here. And many, many more on top over the years

  • @EeRock507
    @EeRock507 29 днів тому

    Il keep playing with the heads and tips but honestly I don’t feel the r8 is worth 1300 . The echo full swing is just as light. Could have saved myself 700 buckaroos

  • @riverrightoutdoors
    @riverrightoutdoors 29 днів тому

    What’s your favorite fish you landed in 2024 ?

  • @cutt3569
    @cutt3569 Місяць тому

    Thanks for informative video! Wondering what part of the country you’re in and are you a guide? If so, can you provide me with your email…thanks!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors 29 днів тому

      My email is in the bio. Hit me up any time . Thanks for the kind words 🙌

  • @NorthwestOpenSeason
    @NorthwestOpenSeason Місяць тому

    This was just a paid advertisement for Stanley Thermos, wasn’t it? 🫣 haha, jk. I don’t fly fish, but I’m on board with most of the gear stuff you’re talking about. Good video man.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      Haha, yeah, got to love a good thermos. It’s essential for a day on the river! Thanks for watching! 🙏 hope all is well man. Good luck this winter.

  • @kevingodziebiewski2593
    @kevingodziebiewski2593 Місяць тому

    Winston AIR with Abel Spey reels is my jam….personally never use t-11

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      The Winston air is an amazing rod. That is a heck of a winter setup. 🙌🙌🙌

  • @PNWflyfishingsteve
    @PNWflyfishingsteve Місяць тому

    Nice setup my friend. Thanks for the info

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      Glad you liked it! Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for watching 🙌

    • @PNWflyfishingsteve
      @PNWflyfishingsteve Місяць тому

      @ most of the time I’m using the Max Power skagit head. I also use the Max Launch if I know I am going to want more distance for a run. I’m still unsure what type of water I would use the pick pocket in?

  • @Fish4Youtube
    @Fish4Youtube Місяць тому

    Never really found a line I liked with the R8 1730. Rod was a bit of a noodle for me.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      It can be tough to find the right line for that rod but I think I've got it figured out now, I'm happy with my current setup.

  • @briangeorge4348
    @briangeorge4348 Місяць тому

    Why is your mustache so sick?

  • @phollomon999
    @phollomon999 Місяць тому

    I'm with you on the Seaguar fluro. Helps tube flies sink quicker and it props up the trailing hook very nicely.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      I’m a big fan of Seaguar as well, My hook up ratio has increased when swinging flies. Gotta love those tube flies.

  • @riverrightoutdoors
    @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

    Let me know what’s your favorite set up for chasing these fish ?

    • @PNWflyfishingsteve
      @PNWflyfishingsteve Місяць тому

      @@riverrightoutdoors G-Loomis 7133, Sage Spey Reel, Rio max power and T11

  • @BlueBloodCstm
    @BlueBloodCstm Місяць тому

    What do you think about the clearwater boat for floating that river? Thinking about a trip this next fall, likely an overnight float.

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      It all depends on what section you’re going to float. It should do great for an over night trip. It’s a pretty stable boat but not sure I would take it down some class 3 or class 4 rapids. Good luck and Let me know how it goes 🙌🙌🙌

  • @willtempler
    @willtempler Місяць тому

    I guide in the UK and always use reels with the most noise - 1 because I love it and 2 as your buddy said I know what clients are doing with their fish as often we can’t see the rod - reminded me of fishing for sea trout at night over here - great vid!

    • @riverrightoutdoors
      @riverrightoutdoors Місяць тому

      Thank you sir , I appreciate it. Gotta love the screaming reels . Thanks for watching.