When will we get a break?

Posted by Dan | Posted in | Posted on Tuesday, March 08, 2011

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Just as things start to look good for steelhead alley more rain is on the way. However those anglers fishing the smaller tributaries have been catching some nice fish while the rest of us wait for the larger rivers to come down. The Grand tribs have been producing OK as well as Elk creek in PA which clears very quickly. Remember we are still well ahead of schedule as the rivers this early in March are typically still frozen solid so rain and swollen rivers right now is a good thing and it will not be long until we are all enjoying a stellar spring season.

In the meantime tie some more flies and stop in the shop to see all the great new gear that is arriving daily. My new favorite has to be the Sage VXP 10 ft 7 weight. Far and away the best steelhead stick i have seen, think XP but lighter, little softer tip and more responsive, it's phenomenal. Pair the VXP up with a Bauer or Lamson with rio steelhead line and you have a rig that can't be beat.

The other thing you should all be doing right now is exploring the possibilities of public access on the Chagrin right by the shop. The South Chagrin Reservation has about 4 miles of continues public access from South Woodland rd south to Miles road with some great water to explore. Find it now, where to park, etc. fish it when the river comes down.

Tight Lines, Dan and Pete.