Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
42°
Water Temp:
40
Nick Streit's Tip of the Week
Runoff has begun and the water in the canyon is rising. Please be careful wading.
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Water Flow Data
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The Reel Lifet5-Day Outlook as of 4/15/24
The warmer weather has brought some better conditions but with the rising water you might look elsewhere.
Techniques & Tips as of 4/15/24
Dry dropper set ups, Para wolff down to a zebra midge or beatis patter
Local Species Available Year Round
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Brown Trout
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Rainbow Trout
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Rio Grande Cutthroat
Nick Streit's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Bead Head Brassie | black zebra | 18-20 |
Blue Winged Olive | Adams | 16-20 |
Flashback Baetis Nymph | olive | 18-20 |
Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph | grey | 18 |
yoda | grey | 20 |
master windu | purple | 20 |
Micro Egg | orange | 18 |
Flashback Baetis Nymph | grey | 18 |
master skywalker | chartruse | 20 |
Micro May | Olive | 16-20 |
Nick Streit's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
4-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line