Steelhead Flies - Traditional Hook

The Coachman was a well known wet fly for trout.  The Steelhead Coachman is a take off of that classic.  It features the same peacock body, but uses a white wing and mottled brown hackling.

Good Trouty Steelhead Fly

Size: 4

This fly is now tied in a classic tie up, and has been a super effective Steelhead fly. It first started as the Improved Methow Moal, and then evolved into Skagit Methow Leech (which has the record for catching 20 lb Steelhead).

For lower water and summer conditions this same color pattern can be found in this fly and Skagit Leech Lite.

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Tied on a:

• 2051 Alec Jackson Black Spey Hook, Size 3
• Chartreuse Holographic Flashabou
• Chartreuse Veevus Holograophic Tinsel, Large
• Black UV Ice Dub
• Black Saltwater Neck Hackle
• Black Ostrich Herl, 10-12 inch
• Kingfisher Blue Guinea Hackle
• Red VEEVUS THREAD 8/0

The traditional summer steelhead flies were developed on the fabled rivers of the Pacific Northwest, such as the Umpqua, Deschutes, and the Rogue. Our traditional summer steelhead flies are tied on a black nickel, up-turned eye, salmon hook.

A very good traditional summer Steelhead fly.

Size: 4 hook

A nice well tied skating muddler imitation. Great for early morning and late evenings for summer and fall Steelhead. Marabou gives the fly lots of action.

Size 4 hook

A proven summer Steelhead fly. Great on the Deschutes, and Clear Water rivers.

Tail: Golden Pheasant Tippet

Butt: Peacock Herl

Body: Green Dyed Pearl Diamond Braid by Hareline

Hackle: Pheasant

Wing: Grey Squirrel Tail

Size: 6

The traditional summer steelhead flies were developed on the fabled rivers of the Pacific Northwest, such as the Umpqua, Deschutes, and the Rogue. Our traditional summer steelhead flies are tied on a black nickel, up-turned eye, salmon hook.

Size: 5 hook

The Egg Sucking Leech is one of the best all around Steelhead flies. Tied by Solitude Fly.

Size 2

The traditional summer steelhead flies were developed on the fabled rivers of the Pacific Northwest, such as the Umpqua, Deschutes, and the Rogue. Our traditional summer steelhead flies are tied on a black nickel, up-turned eye, salmon hook. Special orders can be tied on Gamakatsu, Daiichi, or Maruto hooks. Size: 4

Green Butt Hilton - great summer and fall Steelhead pattern!

Also Sea Run Cutthroat love it!

Princess Nymph, Tungsten Bead by Solitude Fly - Size 6

The standard Prince Nymph is a great trout fly that works for steelhead too. This fly has more expensive hair, and more jewelry than the Prince. Hence, the Princess.

A unique Squid/Shrimp pattern.

Size 4 hook

Spirit River continues to lead the way in UV2 technology. We have used a double dye process to give all our unique UV2 materials and flies the added UVF/UVR ultraviolet wave lengths. We all know UV Florescence which is so common on everything from street signs to bass lures. UV Reflectance is a spectrum of wave lengths humans can not perceive yet is extremely common in the animal and insect world. UVR allows mayflies to find mates, and bees to find flowers. Many male birds and bugs have a strong natural UVR signature.

The traditional summer steelhead flies were developed on the fabled rivers of the Pacific Northwest, such as the Umpqua, Deschutes, and the Rogue. Our traditional summer steelhead flies are tied on a black nickel, up-turned eye, salmon hook.

A very good traditional summer Steelhead fly -really good in late summer and fall. Has October Caddis coloration.

Size: 4 hook

Conehead Marabou Muddler

Deer Hair to trap some air bubbles, wavy marabou for action, and a conehead to get it deep. Great big trout and summer Steelhead fly.

Size 4

A nice well tied skating muddler imitation. Great for early morning and late evenings for summer and fall Steelhead. Marabou gives the fly lots of action.

Size 4 hook

A nice natural Spey Fly for late summer and fall Steelhead.

Daiichi Alec Jackson Spey Hook, Size 3

Pheasant has a magical quality of movement in the water. Steelhead Pheasant Bug is a great summer and fall Steelhead fly.

When summer Steelhead hold they start to act like trout. During this time more natural presentations produce.

Tail: Golden Pheasant

Body: Golden Dubbing

Tag and Rib: Gold Tinsel

Wing: Golden Pheasant Tail and a few fibers of Flash

Hackle: Golden Pheasant

Size: 4

Also see: Steelhead Pheasant Bug

A famous fly for trout and Steelhead that still produces. This fly is custom tied and enhanced with with flash and holographic tinsel.

Sizes: 4, 6

Lots of movement - good natural colors. Proven fish getting nymph. Size 6

Nymphing for steelhead and sea run browns is a very effective technique. In the rivers of the Pacific Northwest and the Midwest, nymphing is quickly becoming the go-to method for many anglers fishing for steelhead. The hooks used for our nymphs are stout enough to hold the heaviest steelhead or the sea run browns of Tierra del Fuego.

This fly is now tied in a classic tie up, and has been a very effective Summer/Fall Steelhead fly.

For lower water and summer conditions this same color pattern can be found in this fly and Skagit Leech Lite.

See other Neo Classic patterns (Click Here)

Tied on a:

• 2051 Alec Jackson Black Spey Hook, Size 3
• Flashabou
• Chartreuse Veevus Holograophic Tinsel, Large
• Black UV Ice Dub
• Black Saltwater Neck Hackle
• Black Ostrich Herl, 10-12 inch
• Guinea Hackle
• Red VEEVUS THREAD 8/0

Swing this fly, Nymph this leech - it works for Steelhead, Trout, Bass, and Walleye.

A good Summer Steelhead Fly, Fall Cutthroat.

This fly is now tied in a classic tie up, and has been a very effective Summer/Fall Steelhead fly.

For lower water and summer conditions this same color pattern can be found in this fly and Skagit Leech Lite.

See other Neo Classic patterns (Click Here)

Tied on a:

• 2051 Alec Jackson Black Spey Hook, Size 3
• Flashabou
• Chartreuse Veevus Holograophic Tinsel, Large
• Black UV Ice Dub
• Black Saltwater Neck Hackle
• Black Ostrich Herl, 10-12 inch
• Guinea Hackle
• Red VEEVUS THREAD 8/0

Size # 6

This has been a proven Steelhead Grab Fly producer.

Tied on an Alec Jackson #3 Heavy Wire Black, tapered-loop up-eye hook.

Under Wing: Purple Flashabou, Purple & Black Synthetic

Over Wing: Black Rabbit Strip

This has been a proven Steelhead & Sea Run Cutthroat producer. In smaller size, 6, 8 hook size this is a good low water Steelhead fly. The Ringneck Pheasant wing has very good movement in the water.

Hook: Alec Jackson Spey Hook
Tail: Red Golden Pheasant Tippets
Body: Black Sparkle Ice Dubbing
Ribbing: Silver Tinsel
Under Wing: Purple Krystal Flash
Hackle: Died Black Golden Pheasant Soft Hackle
Wing: Purple Ringneck Pheasant Tail Feather
Head: Black Ostrich Herl
Sizes: 4,6,8

This fly has lots of enticing movement with its long rubber leg tail. This rubber leg tail is unique in that it has plastic sleeve holders that prevent the legs from getting caught/tangled under the hook when casting.

Steelhead have a definite soft spot for stone flies. What makes the Stone flies so unique? Unlike other aquatic insects, which are available to the fish for a short period of time, Stone Flies are available to the fish all year.

Tail: Red/Black Incredible Legs
Body: Black Sparkle Ice Dubbing
Ribbing: Silver Tinsel
Under Hackle: Black rubber leg & Ice dubbing
Hackle: Died Black Golden Pheasant Soft Hackle

Sizes: 4,6,8

Option: Weighted Bead Eyes

This fly has lots of enticing movement with its long rubber leg tail. This rubber leg tail is unique it that it has plastic sleeve holders that prevent the legs from getting caught/tangled under the hook when casting.

Steelhead have a definite soft spot for stone flies. What makes the Stoneflies so unique? Unlike other aquatic insects, which are available to the fish for a short period of time, Stone Flies are available to the fish all year.

A very good summer and fall Steelhead Fly.

Size: 2

Woolly Buggers are a great catch all fly pattern. If you had to choose one color for catching steelhead, black or purple would be your best bet. This is a nice small bugger for Steelhead and Trout.

Size 6

The Yuk Bug can be used fly fishing for everything from trout (Searun Brown Trout in Tierra Del Fuego) smallmouth bass and steelhead. This big buggy looking nymph has lots of action and imitates a lot of different fish foods including stonefly. Size: Small #4

TDF

Swing this fly or nymph it. Fly catches fish either way.

A great summer Steelhead fly. Very effective on the Deschutes, Grande Ronde, and low water conditions anywhere.

So much steelheading with a fly takes place at first light.  That grab you get will jolt you awake like a thunder clap on a camping trip.  There's something about Kingfisher blue that steelhead love.  Tied on the sleek looking Alec Jackson Steelhead Iron for added weight and beauty.

Size #5

Mykiss Muddler tied by Rio

Everyone who swings flies for steelhead needs muddlers in their boxes.  RIO’s Mykiss Muddler is a beautiful version you will want to add to your collection.  It will also be the one you reach for first on your next outing.  The flat head causes this muddler to dive into fishing position quickly.  This fly’s happy place is being swung on a floating line just slightly below the surface.  Tied on a #5 Black Alec Jackson Steelhead Iron.

Steel Plow, Black/Chartreuse by Rio

Hooking a steelhead on a skated fly is one of the most rewarding experiences in fly fishing.  As we sought out to develop a “top-shelf” steelhead skater we turned to an unlikely source for inspiration - blacksmith John Deere’s original walking steel plow.  Our #4 short-shanked hook acts as a rudder and helps keep the fly in the surface tension even during violent grabs, while the plow handles act as outriggers, giving the fly balance and the simulation of wings. The flash and hackles catch water and light to give indication of movement and life and an orange sighter helps you track this fly across the early morning slicks.

Size 4

Great traditional fly for late summer run Steelhead and Sea Run Cutthroat. Caddis Fly imitation/attractor. First day on the water (Cowlitz River) during an evening session this fly produced 24 Cutthroats, and one nice summer Steelhead.

Size: 6 hook