08-07-2013, 11:48 PM
I've only hooked 3 fish that have tested this reels drag. A 26" pig of a walleye, 21 " walleye, and a large mouth that I didn't get to measure. Walleyes don't really fight they just swim back down to the bottom of the water but the drag smoothly worked. I don't know how it will do with a running steelhead. Wish I could go hook into a large carp and test it out real good.
If ya'll don't mind I've only got a few more questions to ask before I head out and give it all a try.
#1: what is the essential tackle I need? Weights hooks swivels? My brain hurt looking at all of the stuff at cabelas. Slinky weights rubber tube weights giant lead cast weights, tons of different hooks and sizes.
I planned on getting some of those 3 way swivels but what else do I need/want? While I'm still around boise should I get a small variety of those colorful beads and little cork spinners?
#2: I tie flies, never really tied any steel head flys but can a person fish a fly under a bobber and have possible luck? Might be worth it to get some steel head colors and materials if there's a possibilty.
#3: I'm not asking for honey holes but I'm just curious some of the areas on the clearwater that produce the best? Do you guys fish through the reservation? Where do I go on the reservation to get any tags/permits I need aswell as to find their laws? Is it worth it to fish near lewiston or get as far away as possible.
When I go through riggins I'm thinking about stopping for a few hours and fishing a bit, since ill be going through I figured its worth a shot. Anyone have a favorite tackle shop that would be willing to help me out?
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If ya'll don't mind I've only got a few more questions to ask before I head out and give it all a try.
#1: what is the essential tackle I need? Weights hooks swivels? My brain hurt looking at all of the stuff at cabelas. Slinky weights rubber tube weights giant lead cast weights, tons of different hooks and sizes.
I planned on getting some of those 3 way swivels but what else do I need/want? While I'm still around boise should I get a small variety of those colorful beads and little cork spinners?
#2: I tie flies, never really tied any steel head flys but can a person fish a fly under a bobber and have possible luck? Might be worth it to get some steel head colors and materials if there's a possibilty.
#3: I'm not asking for honey holes but I'm just curious some of the areas on the clearwater that produce the best? Do you guys fish through the reservation? Where do I go on the reservation to get any tags/permits I need aswell as to find their laws? Is it worth it to fish near lewiston or get as far away as possible.
When I go through riggins I'm thinking about stopping for a few hours and fishing a bit, since ill be going through I figured its worth a shot. Anyone have a favorite tackle shop that would be willing to help me out?
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