I appreciate you taking the time to write that. Keep me posted on how you do when you do decide to try it! Make sure to check out the show on facebook too, I post progress on episode and do giveaways.
this is beyond a thumbs up! this fish has always eluded me and was intimidating because i didn't know where to begin. you empower us all with the knowledge you share. thank you nick!
Buddy, what I can tell you is out of all of the videos that I watch , you are the best describing and teaching skill are the best , Thanks for making these great videos and I learn alot from them
It's a beginner fishing rod for pan fish for the most part. I don't think of any fishing setup as good or bad as long as your out fishing and catching fish with it. Would I suggest it for this type of fishing? No I would not.
Nice video Nick, very "informative" as always. I live along the Clearwater river in Idaho. We use a lot of the same techniques that you showed. A popular way for drifting out here has been to use a simple plastic bead instead of roe. 1/0 octopus hook, an inch of yarn through the egg loop, a large plastic bead pegged with a rubber band, 3-4 foot leader, a dab of scent on the bead. I also love bobber fishing, I use a snap swivel through bottom of the bobber instead of running the line through it. Simply run the line in the end of the swivel instead of the bobber makes it much more sensitive to a soft bite. Totally Floatatious!
I've never fished steelheads before but very interesting and with the info I just learnt, think I will make it a point to make that happen. You couldn't have said any more simple than this and what i love about your video's, Anyone can learn them no matter what level their at. Fantastic video
I fish steelhead in the willammette valley of oregon and have found that in the summer 6lb cameleon made by maxima i know they are not P-line but still great line it also seems like the fish do not see it or detect it as much as "clear line" in the winter i use 8lb green izorline this line again is not P-line but works great and is very cheep. I have found over the about 10 years of steelheading that spinning rods that are 8'6" medium to light action works great for drifting i suggest lamiglass
Nick: Just watched your steelhead video and as usual, a great job with the rigging explanations and demonstrations on the video. Now I know what mending is! Anyway, great job!
quick question, for river fishing salmon on a bottom drift setup how long should a leader be for clear water? typical setup would be mainline to swivel, slinky weight leader and corkie/hook, some people here like 6ft+ leaders, is it really necessary?
It's my first year salmon/steelhead/brown/trout fishing and I've already caught and landed 100 plus but of course being my first year I lost a lot also, but I make my own Mariboo flies but I mainly use yarn and I still kill me but great video imma sub, and I see PLine I love the moss Green it's strong and barely breaks on me..!
Like your video. I remember I came up with a word once, everybody laughed then I heard it in a song. I am going to try using "Floatatious" in a sentence everytime I talk about line. haha again I enjoyed the video
Travis Wakefield Steelhead have gone out to the ocean and lived the majority of their lives there, and returned to freshwater to spawn. Visually, they retain very few of the black spots that their river-dwelling brothers have, oftentimes they fade away and form only a few speckled black dots along their back. They will also retain the red band on their side, and an orange band forms underneath that as well. White-tipped fins are common on steelhead and older fish can eventually get a crook in their jaw much like a salmon has. Hope this helps.
Nick, I love your video's, but the way you guys were over handling that native Steely Dan made me cringe. Up here in the NW we really try to touch them very little.
+Derek Wilson If you liberal fly fishing idiots had your way no one would be able to touch them....... They handled it with care and have every right too. It the sportsman who pay for the fish and have every right to enjoy whats theirs.
It's all about the fish and preserving them. It's obvious you don't know what you are talking about. How do you know that the fish is a keeper? If it's a native most likely it's not yours, so why over handle it? For example there is a reason why native kings aren't even supposed to enter a boat per WA fishing regulations.
I also take offense to being called a liberal. I like to fly fish and gear fish, I would probably bet I catch more steelys and salmon then you do Mr. Internet warrior.
Derek Wilson How do you know that wasnt a keeper or that are open to wilds? You dont either, I understand the balance and why you shouldn't over handle fish but I am tired of hearing people say you shouldn't do this or that. Especially when its to a fellow sportsman who has a lot of time and money invested in their sport of choice. Also fyi I dont fish for steels but I do fish a lot for silvers and kings. Sorry to offend you by assuming you were a liberal, most fly fisherman I meet are.
It's not that difficult. On the Trinity it is essentially like fishing for trout just on a larger scale,as far as reading water. The biggest obstacle you will have generally will be run timing and conditions. In the winter rainfall can make fishing unpredictable and tough. The tailwater fishery of the trinity is much more manageable,particularly in fall. This coupled with easy roadside access to many obvious fishing spots and you have a great opportunity to chase these special fish. Good luck.
I dont think a leader is necassary. I have caught literally tons of steelhead with 8-lb main line all the way to a octopus hook. I prefer to use the clear sheffield/black bird floats or balsa wood black sheffield floats but a pack of the cork 3 for a dollar floats work just as well.
Steelhead is by far my favorite fish. I guess growing up on the columbia river and near many tributaries I never considered it an advanced fish. Just bank plunk with a spin glow sit back and wait for the bell to ring.
love your videos I left the west coast and lost my love for fishing but I've been trying to renew it and plan to spend this spring through fall fishing as much as possible.
@@sniperNOsniping26 steelheads are from the west , a real biological steelheads goes into salt water, the ones from the great lakes are introduce and an invasive specie.
Voice get Lost in that Music!!!! Really do we need the Music ? how about a Egg cure video form you???does the bait lead the weight system or the weight lead the Bait when drifting downstream????
alex s open fishery, don't be stupid. Maybe you should respect the fact the fish got treated with care and released. I supporting the sport we all love, stop crying.
Thanks Glen, lots of new episodes coming!
I appreciate you taking the time to write that. Keep me posted on how you do when you do decide to try it! Make sure to check out the show on facebook too, I post progress on episode and do giveaways.
this is beyond a thumbs up! this fish has always eluded me and was intimidating because i didn't know where to begin. you empower us all with the knowledge you share. thank you nick!
Buddy, what I can tell you is out of all of the videos that I watch , you are the best describing and teaching skill are the best , Thanks for making these great videos and I learn alot from them
Dude, I have to commend you, you prensitation is priceless. You have narrowed this video to the basic's for the beginner... Thanks
Thanks Micahael
It's a beginner fishing rod for pan fish for the most part. I don't think of any fishing setup as good or bad as long as your out fishing and catching fish with it. Would I suggest it for this type of fishing? No I would not.
Thanks Bill!
Nice video Nick, very "informative" as always. I live along the Clearwater river in Idaho. We use a lot of the same techniques that you showed. A popular way for drifting out here has been to use a simple plastic bead instead of roe. 1/0 octopus hook, an inch of yarn through the egg loop, a large plastic bead pegged with a rubber band, 3-4 foot leader, a dab of scent on the bead. I also love bobber fishing, I use a snap swivel through bottom of the bobber instead of running the line through it. Simply run the line in the end of the swivel instead of the bobber makes it much more sensitive to a soft bite. Totally Floatatious!
Thank you Ricky, I appreciate that!
Thanks James!
The scenery where you are fishing is gorgeous, like something you would see in old west movies from the 50s/60s.
I've never fished steelheads before but very interesting and with the info I just learnt, think I will make it a point to make that happen. You couldn't have said any more simple than this and what i love about your video's, Anyone can learn them no matter what level their at. Fantastic video
I fish steelhead in the willammette valley of oregon and have found that in the summer 6lb cameleon made by maxima i know they are not P-line but still great line it also seems like the fish do not see it or detect it as much as "clear line" in the winter i use 8lb green izorline this line again is not P-line but works great and is very cheep. I have found over the about 10 years of steelheading that spinning rods that are 8'6" medium to light action works great for drifting i suggest lamiglass
Nice!
Nick: Just watched your steelhead video and as usual, a great job with the rigging explanations and demonstrations on the video. Now I know what mending is! Anyway, great job!
I love your videos man. Thanks for putting out the effort, getting out on the water and going HAM on the fish. Thanks brother
Thanks Stefano!
Good job Nick. I enjoyed it.
Great info thank you! Exactly the sort of information I wanted! Well done sir
great video and great step by step format guys
Informative fisherman, you must do more of these :p I'm a big fan of you're channel and always have been! Hope to see more of these in the future :)
Thank you
Great video, I'm heading this weekend to Trinity River!
+moe tape Awesome, beautiful place
I love seeing fish caught and released
what river is this
quick question, for river fishing salmon on a bottom drift setup how long should a leader be for clear water? typical setup would be mainline to swivel, slinky weight leader and corkie/hook, some people here like 6ft+ leaders, is it really necessary?
Is a Zebco 202 slingshot a good fishing pole?
This video made me subscribe.
i think its time for another steelhead vid!
love the vids nick thanks a lot
It's my first year salmon/steelhead/brown/trout fishing and I've already caught and landed 100 plus but of course being my first year I lost a lot also, but I make my own Mariboo flies but I mainly use yarn and I still kill me but great video imma sub, and I see PLine I love the moss Green it's strong and barely breaks on me..!
sorry if i missed this part but have you mentioned what size or rod/reel to use for kind of fishing you are doing here?rowing, drifitng
True to your name, very informative
Nice vid, keep up the good work.
What part of the river did you guys fish
Always had good luck for steelhead on small bay shrimp you buy in supermarket.
i like your video-and your detail- great job-thank you
Cheetos XXTRA Flamin' Hot... Your the first person to notice, good eyes!
What size liter do you use with that hydrofloat 20lb??
Awesome video 🤙
Great video!
do you not use a float with the slinky//???
Hey brotha man where can I purchase everything that's on you vlog thanks
Great info, thanks for sharing!
Can you buy roe? If so where?
+josue nuno local bait store!! or find a bait store near you where ur steelhead fishing
+josue nuno Canadian tire
Like your video. I remember I came up with a word once, everybody laughed then I heard it in a song. I am going to try using "Floatatious" in a sentence everytime I talk about line. haha again I enjoyed the video
Lol! Thank you!
question. How do you know the difference between a rainbow and a steelhead?
Travis Wakefield Steelhead have gone out to the ocean and lived the majority of their lives there, and returned to freshwater to spawn. Visually, they retain very few of the black spots that their river-dwelling brothers have, oftentimes they fade away and form only a few speckled black dots along their back. They will also retain the red band on their side, and an orange band forms underneath that as well. White-tipped fins are common on steelhead and older fish can eventually get a crook in their jaw much like a salmon has. Hope this helps.
why yes it does. thanks
All rainbow trout caught in the Trinity are considered to be steelhead by DFW.
Thank you for the vids keep em coming
Very informative one
Nick,
I love your video's, but the way you guys were over handling that native Steely Dan made me cringe. Up here in the NW we really try to touch them very little.
whatcl happens when you too touch them?
+Derek Wilson If you liberal fly fishing idiots had your way no one would be able to touch them....... They handled it with care and have every right too. It the sportsman who pay for the fish and have every right to enjoy whats theirs.
It's all about the fish and preserving them. It's obvious you don't know what you are talking about. How do you know that the fish is a keeper? If it's a native most likely it's not yours, so why over handle it? For example there is a reason why native kings aren't even supposed to enter a boat per WA fishing regulations.
I also take offense to being called a liberal. I like to fly fish and gear fish, I would probably bet I catch more steelys and salmon then you do Mr. Internet warrior.
Derek Wilson
How do you know that wasnt a keeper or that are open to wilds? You dont either, I understand the balance and why you shouldn't over handle fish but I am tired of hearing people say you shouldn't do this or that. Especially when its to a fellow sportsman who has a lot of time and money invested in their sport of choice. Also fyi I dont fish for steels but I do fish a lot for silvers and kings. Sorry to offend you by assuming you were a liberal, most fly fisherman I meet are.
thanks for the tips man, appreciate it :D
Helpful tips
nice
Yes, that line is VERY FLOATATIOUS lol
So "Steelhead basics" is'nt for beginners ....must be a tough sport
It's not that difficult. On the Trinity it is essentially like fishing for trout just on a larger scale,as far as reading water. The biggest obstacle you will have generally will be run timing and conditions. In the winter rainfall can make fishing unpredictable and tough. The tailwater fishery of the trinity is much more manageable,particularly in fall. This coupled with easy roadside access to many obvious fishing spots and you have a great opportunity to chase these special fish. Good luck.
lol you're right it's way hard. I wouldn't even bother 😉
Nice!!!
lol
I know all these spots lol
I dont think a leader is necassary. I have caught literally tons of steelhead with 8-lb main line all the way to a octopus hook. I prefer to use the clear sheffield/black bird floats or balsa wood black sheffield floats but a pack of the cork 3 for a dollar floats work just as well.
Steelhead is by far my favorite fish. I guess growing up on the columbia river and near many tributaries I never considered it an advanced fish. Just bank plunk with a spin glow sit back and wait for the bell to ring.
love your videos I left the west coast and lost my love for fishing but I've been trying to renew it and plan to spend this spring through fall fishing as much as possible.
I have caught rainbows bigger than these.
+Ryan Burgess those "rainbows" are steelhead...
A steelhead is a migratory rainbow trout, it does not mean it goes to saltwater
sheephedz thats correct. I catch steelys that migrate the rivers off of lake michigan
@@sniperNOsniping26 steelheads are from the west , a real biological steelheads goes into salt water, the ones from the great lakes are introduce and an invasive specie.
Correct
But they grow big in great lakes just not as big as true steelys we call em salt free steelys lol I want to fish pnw so bad tho
Talk about beating a dead horse! Jeez.
Why do you blink so much?
ikr
chubacca the furry I have essential tremors, eyes and hands shake
Voice get Lost in that Music!!!! Really do we need the Music ? how about a Egg cure video form you???does the bait lead the weight system or the weight lead the Bait when drifting downstream????
yessssssssssssss first comment
Makes a basics video.
Says it’s only for advanced.
Yawn.
Steelhead don't eat eggs they just put them in their mouths and kill the eggs as they see them floating down the river
no that's what salmon do
Sure don't like to see native fish being handled and taken out of the water. You should be more professional. Mark
Mark Warf I was a steelhead noob at the time, every fish was just fine and released.
"thats a wild fish right there"
as he holds it out of the water...
don't be stupid..
I hope you get fined
alex s open fishery, don't be stupid. Maybe you should respect the fact the fish got treated with care and released. I supporting the sport we all love, stop crying.
Thanks Andrae!
Thanks Zeauz!