Everything You Need for Steelhead Fly Fishing

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  • Опубліковано 1 сер 2024
  • In this video Brian Flechsig of Mad River Outfitters breaks down the best gear for fly fishing for steelhead as a followup to our steelhead video here: • Spring Steelhead & Men...
    The Rods
    Redington Path Fly Rod: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Scott Flex Fly Rod: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Echo Streamer X Fly Rod: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    The Reels
    Echo Ion Fly Reel: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Ross Animas Fly Reel: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    The Fly Lines
    Airflo SuperDri Fly Line: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    RIO In-Touch Steelhead Fly Line: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Scientific Anglers Anadro Fly Line: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Airflo StreamerMax Short Fly Line: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    The Essentials
    Flip Leader Wallet: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Sling Pack: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Manley Gripper Nipper Pliers: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Strike Indicators: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Polarized Sunglasses: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Fly Fishing Gloves & Insulation: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    High N Dry Fly Floatant: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Hemostats: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Nippers: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Split Shot: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    The Flies
    Egg Patterns: www.madriveroutfitters.com/c-...
    Gumdropper Soft Hackle: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Princess Nymph: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Steelhead Stone: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Bloody Mary: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Schultzy's Steech: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Precious Metal: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Kelly Galloup's Laser Legal: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Skiddish Smolt: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Campbell's Glass Bugger: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Wooly Bugger: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Leader Materials:
    Maxima Ultragreen: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Cortland Ultra Premium Fluorocarbon Tippet: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Amnesia: www.madriveroutfitters.com/se...
    Tippet Rings: www.madriveroutfitters.com/p-...
    Chapters:
    Intro 00:00
    The Rods 01:28
    The Reels 05:26
    The Lines 09:02
    The Essentials: 10:02
    The Flies 18:00
    The Leader 26:25
    Sneak Peak: 33:37
    Outro: 35:13
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    Shot and Edited by Dev Fogle
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    Welcome to Mad River Outfitters, hosted by professional fly fishing guide, Brian Flechsig and his team of fly fishing guides at Mad River Outfitters. On this channel you will find honest fly fishing education, fly fishing tutorials and product reviews. We're passionate about fly fishing and that's what we hope to share here. More information about who we are can be found on our website (www.madriveroutfitters.com) and also on our Instagram (@madriveroutfitters).
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  • @craigisonychia
    @craigisonychia 3 роки тому +34

    we need A LOT more of these

  • @predatornotprey
    @predatornotprey 3 роки тому +8

    You seem like such a down to Earth, great guy. I've learned a lot from watching your videos/tutorials. I caught my first Big SH a few months ago on the fly and it was one of the best moments in my life. Such a great feeling! Thanks for all the awesome information and helpful tips. I hope only great things for you moving forward.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for being here and thanks for watching. We appreciate it.

  • @handlehandleton
    @handlehandleton 2 місяці тому

    I appreciate all the work you do to help people learn fly fishing. You have a real high quality channel here. Gratitude from Northern California!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much. We appreciate your words. As long as folks keep supporting the shop, we’ll keep making videos!!!!

  • @waynehanshue712
    @waynehanshue712 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome. So much info. You sold a rod getting the Path from you guys tomorrow. Thanks so much.

  • @derekosiecki
    @derekosiecki 2 роки тому

    LOVE the leader formulas!! SO IMPORTANT!!!

  • @rshoemaker61
    @rshoemaker61 3 роки тому +1

    Another great one Brian. Keep up the good work. ATB

  • @paulbugeja5425
    @paulbugeja5425 2 роки тому

    Brian you did it again with another excellent video!

  • @jackcoughlin3970
    @jackcoughlin3970 3 роки тому

    I’m just getting into fly fishing and where I am in the North Stealhead fishing is big so this video really help

  • @stevensmith2085
    @stevensmith2085 2 роки тому

    And love seeing you get worked up talking about setups and steelhead fishing in general …only thing that excites me in life is fishing

  • @piercevalentin6256
    @piercevalentin6256 11 місяців тому

    Just bought a bunch of leader wheels of Maxima from you guys! Thanks for the videos as always, looking forward to beginning to tie my own leaders

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for being here and thanks for the support! Much appreciated.

  • @andykjohnsonjohnson7622
    @andykjohnsonjohnson7622 3 роки тому +1

    Great information video Brian 🎣🎣👍

  • @bf7504
    @bf7504 Рік тому

    Great videos. As much as I want to get into fly fishing. There is just so much going on it basically keeps most people from even attempting

  • @vincentjackson3472
    @vincentjackson3472 Рік тому

    Yeah new zealand net! Stoked we get a cheeky mention on such a great channel!

  • @dougiasgardy4450
    @dougiasgardy4450 3 роки тому

    Like how you go into detail of everything on how to do everything

  • @chromeslayer5269
    @chromeslayer5269 3 роки тому +4

    Always great videos. I'd really love it if you'd do one specifically about fishing/swinging soft hackles. For steelhead and for trout.....Leaders.... All that jazz.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      It's coming!!!! Stay tuned.

    • @chromeslayer5269
      @chromeslayer5269 3 роки тому

      @@Madriveroutfitters that's great news.... I've been shopping around for books about fishing soft hackles...
      Also I always feel like my leader game is weak sauce. You do a good job of explaining leaders....I keep a leader journal, and try to make them ahead of time....because my memory doesn't get any better every year on my birthday. I have anticipated your "end of the line" book for some time now. I hope we get to see that soon too 😉

  • @peterr3417
    @peterr3417 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the fantastic video!!!!

  • @Merchaunn
    @Merchaunn 3 роки тому

    Super excited for those prebuilt butt sections to release, definitely something I'd like to have in my steelhead arsenal when they're available

  • @fishingblackwatersound
    @fishingblackwatersound 3 роки тому +4

    I love this channel !!!!

  • @deanc8077
    @deanc8077 3 роки тому

    Wish you would have done this a month ago. Clearly California on the American River is well ahead of Ohio. But this info should help for the remainder of our steelhead season. Great content and detail on what works in Ohio and some that should work anywhere. Ps love your videos and have purchased product from your store online it's been spot on.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and thanks for the support. He actually DID this back in the nineties. See the series "Steelheading Made Simple" that he mentions here. Same stuff.....20 years later.

  • @Yankeefan78471
    @Yankeefan78471 3 роки тому +19

    Crazy how different a Great Lake steelheader's bag is compared to coastal! Looks more like my trout bag. Would love to get inland one day and see what it's like out there. Thanks for the video!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +2

      Very true. Much different.

    • @Nkuchmak
      @Nkuchmak 2 роки тому

      some areas are very trout like for sure. Where I live in the GL we have large rivers where I bet you'd be more at home with two handed rods and skagit heads being the norm.

    • @SiuslawOR
      @SiuslawOR 2 місяці тому

      Might depend on the river. Some PNW small coastal rivers aren’t that much different.

  • @1234567891053934
    @1234567891053934 3 роки тому

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @gooddoggo2258
    @gooddoggo2258 2 роки тому +2

    Completely agree with budget gear being effective. I believe I payed around $100 for a 9’ 3 wt rod reel and line combo just to have a super light rod for panfish and it’s just been working well for me. Don’t get much trout fishing done out here, but it’s worked great for panfish and probably have gotten around 1,000 or so bluegill and crappie on it since I got it. I’m sure a more expensive rod would work better, but I simply don’t have the money for a $250 rod and a $60 reel and $60 flyline, and I think a lot of people are in the same position as me. Never stopped me from getting out there and catching fish though.

  • @waynehanshue712
    @waynehanshue712 3 роки тому

    Can’t wait for more info about building your own leaders.

  • @JeremyReger
    @JeremyReger Рік тому

    All my love languages were hit with this video.. lol Love it! you guys are the best

  • @pakfrd7887
    @pakfrd7887 3 роки тому

    I live in the PNW on the west side of the cascades and I’ve been steelheading for over a year now on spey rods and I’ve caught a grand total of zero. I’m going to try high sticking for them. I catch a ton of trout using that method so it stands to reason that I should do this method for PNW steelhead as well despite all the cool kids swinging.

  • @rgacek9132
    @rgacek9132 8 місяців тому

    I am sold, looking forward to some steelhead fishing

  • @ronaldfisher222
    @ronaldfisher222 3 роки тому

    Great video

  • @Madriveroutfitters
    @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +11

    Fourth

  • @waynejames8607
    @waynejames8607 2 роки тому

    Hey Brian, love the videos. I have a versa tip attached to the end of my #7 weight fly line, would you use the same formula as a sink tip. Thanks Wayne.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 роки тому

      Please send your questions over to Brian at the shop via e-mail, or give him a call. He'll be happy to help. Thanks

  • @BeetleBuns
    @BeetleBuns 3 роки тому +2

    as far as cheap rods go, I have rods from 2 all the way to 10 wt and have never paid more than $100 for a rod. Cast before you buy if possible, if not then scour the internet for reviews or ask around. A lot of times you can get some dang good rods for dang good prices!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      Or just call or e-mail Mad River Outfitters. They won't steer you wrong. Thanks.

  • @RealGamer336
    @RealGamer336 Рік тому

    Question on your Leader section. The leader seems relatively close to the rio euro nymphing leader. Starts a 0x-2x for 11 feet then a trout tippet ring. Would this work as a decent substitute for a steelhead leader? Thanks for all your great videos. You guys have taught me so much!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching. Please send your questions directly to Brian at the shop and he’ll be happy to help. You can email him or give him a call. He doesn’t come around here much but he’s in the shop 6 days a week!

  • @gordonpotter6477
    @gordonpotter6477 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the vid. Fishing for Lake Ontario lake run trout, I often have to use 3x and even 4x due to low clear water. How you you think this formula would work if my tippet section to the ring was that small? Any adjustments recommended?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      Should be fine but you should triple check with Brian at the shop to be sure. Email him or call him there and he'll be happy to discuss.

  • @SiuslawOR
    @SiuslawOR 2 місяці тому

    Well done 👍
    How heavy would you go as far as split shots to indicator fish deeper holes with an egg and nymph combination?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for watching. Please send any and all questions directly to Brian or the folks at the shop. You can e-mail them or call them. They do not monitor comments here but of course work in the shop every day! Thanks.

  • @romeroberts512
    @romeroberts512 Рік тому

    Great video! Does this apply to pacific northwest steelhead as well?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching. Guessing probably not but feel free to contact Brian directly through the shop. He’ll be happy to help/answer.

  • @blaketorres6959
    @blaketorres6959 2 роки тому

    Can you do a Great Lakes steelhead video on spey and switch rod fishing?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 роки тому

      Send that request over to Brian at the shop. E-mail is fine....admin@madriveroutfitters.com. Thanks.

  • @iklink
    @iklink Рік тому

    Please make a video on skagit setup! I can't figure out my rod 8 ft 8/9 still feels hard to cast properly.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому +1

      Until then, feel free to call the shop with questions or for assistance.

  • @JoelShenk
    @JoelShenk 3 роки тому

    newbie questions. 1) Do you attach the indicator to the Amnesia section? 2) How many inches above the fly do you put the split shot?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      You’ll need to contact Brian at the shop with questions like that. Send him an email or give him a call. Thanks!

  • @aloh86
    @aloh86 3 роки тому

    Hi Brian, I was looking to pick up a Redington Path combo on sale at a local store. The only length/wt available is the 9ft. 8wt. I've been researching and most people say it's important for the length rod to be 9.5 to 10 ft. for more comfortable casting, and easier time mending the line. Is the length important here?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      Thanks for checking with us but please contact Brian at the shop directly and he'll be happy to help. Call or e-mail. Thanks.

  • @chkilou
    @chkilou 3 роки тому +1

    Ok, now that I’ve finished the video, I have no excuses not to start nymphing for steelhead. Well... you forgot to suggest waders and shoes 😂
    Just kidding, thank you for sharing your expertise, it’s steelhead time!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      He forgot to talk about his underpants too! Thanks for watching.

  • @jrcll7856
    @jrcll7856 Рік тому

    Your thoughts of using a drop shot set up for steel head

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому

      Please send your questions over to Brian at the shop via e-mail or give him a call. He'll be happy to help. Thanks.

  • @Mkeflyfish
    @Mkeflyfish 3 роки тому

    How does your streamer leader build compare to what you would use for a smallmouth leader?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      He said not at all different. Contact him at the shop though for further clarification.

  • @tonyborkowski7779
    @tonyborkowski7779 Рік тому

    I have noodles rods four of them from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania just got my Erie County combination license

  • @aggrogrizzly2513
    @aggrogrizzly2513 Рік тому

    Are you using the 8f line on the 7wt, or do pair it with the 7f?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому

      Please contact the shop directly with your questions and they will be happy to help. E-mail or give them a call. Thanks.

  • @owenlanie6304
    @owenlanie6304 3 роки тому +2

    When is the next Q&A?

  • @mattstout856
    @mattstout856 3 роки тому +3

    Courtland fluorocarbon is Awesome!!! Smaller diameter and really impressive strength especially when compared to SA!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      It's the best on the market!

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      But smaller diameter than what? 2x is always 2x. That refers to the diameter. Stronger test but not smaller diameter.

    • @mattstout856
      @mattstout856 3 роки тому +1

      @@Madriveroutfitters right, I was meaning that 4x in Cortland has an 8.5 lb breaking strength. Both at .007 but to get 8.5 lb in SA we would have to go up to 3x at .008 diameter. My point being I get greater performance out of cortland in strength and in a smaller diameter.

  • @squaretops1
    @squaretops1 Рік тому

    Do a video on playing a fish

  • @springteen3743
    @springteen3743 3 роки тому

    When you say high stick you mean euro nymphing technich? Cause seems to me that for euronymphing technic most people use 2 and 3 weight fly rod . Can you clarify and thanks for the information.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      No, it does not necessarily mean euro. High-sticking usually refers to an indicator technique. Feel free to contact Brain at the shop for further clarification. Thanks.

    • @springteen3743
      @springteen3743 3 роки тому

      @@Madriveroutfitters thank you for the reply, I understand better.

  • @marklamude2355
    @marklamude2355 3 роки тому

    Heeding the call.

  • @stonefly2066
    @stonefly2066 2 роки тому

    So on 10.6 rod how long the leader should be ?

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 роки тому +1

      9-10? Feel free to call or e-mail the shop with any questions as they are always happy to help. Thanks.

  • @vgancio9
    @vgancio9 2 роки тому

    Is the echo ion you use a 6/7 or a 7/8

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 роки тому

      He uses the 7/8 on the 10’ rods. Feel free to call or email him at the shop if any further questions. Thanks.

  • @garyhowe194
    @garyhowe194 2 роки тому

    I don't believe I heard where your indicator and weight are placed on the first leader formula.

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  2 роки тому

      Please send your questions over to Brian at the shop and he’ll be happy to help. Thanks.

  • @michaelkuzeppa7539
    @michaelkuzeppa7539 Рік тому +1

    Ohio ? Grand-Chargin? I live between both, 15 mins either way,, going on 40 seasons
    Both rivers have changed over the yrs, but still BIG FISH. In them, spinning mostly, but going to fly now, Echo? Is what I’m looking at killer drag on them, friends have so I know

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching. Feel free to call the shop if you have any questions. They will be happy to help!

    • @michaelkuzeppa7539
      @michaelkuzeppa7539 Рік тому

      Tomorrow on my lunch break,Thanks!

  • @dominiqueleblanc2193
    @dominiqueleblanc2193 3 роки тому +1

    You could call it the hi-vis steelhead but section.

  • @korstog
    @korstog 3 роки тому +2

    Norway all The way🇳🇴🇳🇴🇳🇴

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching.

    • @korstog
      @korstog 3 роки тому +2

      Crazy watching fly fishing shops in the United States..in Norway we have to settle for the most part with “sporting good stores “ with maybe half a shelf dedicated to fly fishing and they’re still trying to sell the neoprene waders that’s been hanging on the wall for the last 15 year’s

    • @KarlMySuitcase
      @KarlMySuitcase 3 роки тому

      @@korstog Where do you live man? I know one pure fly fishing shop in Oslo. There is also another who is fly fishing focused, but sells other tackle as a side note.

    • @korstog
      @korstog 3 роки тому

      @@KarlMySuitcase yes one in Oslo..that’s about 3 hours drive..and they’re usually out of stock of the most used items

    • @KarlMySuitcase
      @KarlMySuitcase 3 роки тому

      @@korstog Which one is that? There is also one at Hadeland if you live to the north.

  • @benskai2475akurfishing
    @benskai2475akurfishing 2 роки тому

    good afternoon senior happy sunday greetings from indonesia aru islands Maluku peovinsi indonesian border australia

  • @eddieo9195
    @eddieo9195 3 роки тому

    2:47 lol

  • @joeg5414
    @joeg5414 2 роки тому

    Don't get me wrong, I like a nice $1000 rod but I'll stick to my $150 -$300 rods. Not nearly as nerve racking to carry around hiking either 😂 plus I can have a lot more. I'd rather have 4 or 5 nice $200 rods than 1 $1000 rod.

  • @missyfowler2359
    @missyfowler2359 3 роки тому +1

    Third

    • @Madriveroutfitters
      @Madriveroutfitters  3 роки тому +1

      Need to pick up the pace next time? Thanks for being here though.

  • @SidwalkArt
    @SidwalkArt 3 роки тому

    Also not rich, wanna catch fish 👍

  • @johnydew33.76
    @johnydew33.76 3 роки тому +1

    First

  • @noahborthen3533
    @noahborthen3533 3 роки тому

  • @Dream-season
    @Dream-season Рік тому

    Cheap rods are the way to go … too many split shots flying around to fish anything too expensive