Trout gear

Rods
If you had to choose just one rod for trout fishing on the Deschutes, it would
have to be a 9' #5 weight. However, it can be helpful to have a few other tools
in your arsenal. For example, a 10' #5 or #6 weight can be extremely useful
when nymph fishing. On the other hand, a 8'9 #4weight makes for a great dry
fly rod when the wind isn't blowing.
What I use... While Burkheimer rods are more known for their Spey rods, their
trout rods are out of this world.

Reels
A large arbor, disk drag reel is my first choice for trout fishing. The reel should
balance your rod and provide enough room for 100 yards of backing plus your
line.
What I use... I have used Ross reels for the past fourteen years. In fact, I still
use the first Ross reel I ever owned for guiding. Ross has consistently been at
the forefront of reel design since 1973.

Fly lines
A weight forward floating line is all you will need for trout fishing on the
Deschutes.
If you are casting a fast action rod, you may want to over-line it one line size.
This will increase the rods performance for short casts. A long cast on the
Deschutes is 20 feet, most casts being in the 10' to 15' range.
The short game is key!
What I use... Airflo Fly Line's new technology is at the cutting edge of line
design.

Leaders & Tippet
For dry fly fishing, I prefer a 9' 4x nylon leader. I will cut the front 2 feet off and
replace it with 5x fluorocarbon tippet. The heavier butt section on the 4x leader
helps turn over a bead head dropper under a dry fly. On occasion, I'll go to a
12' 6x leader if the fish seem spooky. Conversely, during the salmon fly hatch
I will use a 7 1/2' 4x leader to help cast those big, clumsy bugs. I don't like
fluorocarbon leaders for dry fly work because they sink... Great for nymphing,
bad for dry fly fishing. Although I almost always use the stuff for tippets.

For nymphing, I'll typically start with a 9' 4x fluorocarbon leader. I'll usually
build that leader out to 10' to 11' once I've tied on the bugs.

Miscellaneous Items
-Vest or fanny pack
-Waterproof boat bag
-Brimmed hat
-Sun screen
-Polarized sunglasses
-Forceps
-Fly floatant
-Strike indicators
-Split shot (BB & B sizes)
-Line cleaner

*A complete packing list will be sent with your guide trip
confirmation

Dressing For Success
Weather on the Deschutes can be extremely varied. In the heat of the
summer, the canyon can get over 100 degrees. While not typical, it can be
cold and wet in the middle of August. Dressing properly can make or break
your day.
Please come prepared for the weather! Your clothing should be earth tones,
something that will blend into the environment. Keep in mind, these fish make
a living out of survival!
The majority of the time, I'll wear Simms breathable waders with felt soled
wading boots. A silk weight wicking layer or river shorts underneath will keep
me comfortable through the day. However, when it gets hot, I'll wet wade in a
pair of river shorts, wet wading booties, and felt soled wading boots. Cleated
boots are fine in my boat, though not necessary for trout fishing.



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