Chasing Chrome - Tying Steelhead and Pacific Salmon Flies

Confidence in the fly you are fishing is imperative in the pursuit of any species. It is paramount when you are chasing steelhead and Pacific salmon on the swing. Knowing that you are fishing a fly that has proven itself in the steelhead and salmon waters throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond adds a level of confidence that leaves you able to focus on the task at hand. There is a feeling of reassurance when your focus can be on the presentation of the fly while stepping carefully through the rocky-bottomed rivers our steelhead and salmon call home many months of the year instead of whether the fly is tracking properly or if it has a natural profile. Take assurance in knowing that through the pages beyond the cover, you will find many flies that have landed countless numbers of anadromous fish throughout the waters they roam. More than likely, they have caught fish in your home water. The fly should also be fun to fish as well as tie, so I hope you find enjoyment at your vise as you tie along.

Happy tying!

Jonathan Farmer