So we went Steelheading...

In this video, Brian Flechsig of Mad River Outfitters and Josh McQueen of Ohio Fly Fishing Guides go steelheading for the day. They discuss Switch Rods and how to fly fish with them for Steelhead.
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Welcome to Mad River Outfitters, hosted by professional fly fishing guide, Brian Flechsig and his team of fly fishing guides at Mad River Outfitters. On this channel you will find honest fly fishing education, fly fishing tutorials and product reviews. We're passionate about fly fishing and that's what we hope to share here. More information about who we are can be found on our website (www.madriveroutfitters.com) and also on our Instagram (@madriveroutfitters).
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[@jamesmccreery250]

LOL, I just got my first Sprey rod, or stitch. I managed to catch a bull trout on the deschutes river. I fished all day, and I can still lift both arms above my head. This is something new.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Enjoy! They are tons of fun. Thanks for watching.

[@stevebest4867]

What an ending, looks like Brian fell in just like butter….🤣🤣

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned……

[@leemowers9395]

Butter into a hot skillet…..

[@Madriveroutfitters]

@@leemowers9395 in this case a cold skillet!

[@ovidiuciuparu6421]

@@Madriveroutfitters we are waiting! I know the outcome… at least is not snow and ice around..!

[@mikekuczynski1552]

That use to be my wife’s favorite move , set, step back ,fall . And she never dropped the rod that is a crucial part of this technique.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Don't drop the rod. Good advice. We'll see about Brian......coming soon.

[@chukolna]

oh boy, ive watched many tv series that end in the right moment but just hits the spot on another level

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching!

[@Triplerockphotos]

I've heard of trout setting the hook before.....never seen that technique exactly. Love the explanation of the switch rods definitely going to look into them!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Always willing to share new techniques this guy!

[@davyjones922]

Man i know that feeling all to well my friend. Last year on our annual march Smokehole Wv trip i wasnt 15 minutes into our first day of fishing and i lost my footing in some thigh high fast water and away i went like a bobber in the current. Took me down stream about 15' before i could get my feet dug into the bottom and get myself back standing. Thank god i had the cuffs and waist drawn tight on my simms wading jacket so very little water got in but talk about sucking the life outta you both physically and mentality in an instance 🥶😵‍💫

[@billm7159]

Yep . the South Branch will get you if you aren't careful...Wading staff has saved me a few times

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad you are ok and thanks for watching. Be careful out there.

[@chasecook3854]

Last scene was a reenactment of me on the river almost every time out 😅

[@Madriveroutfitters]

It happens!

[@jaycathedral9079]

Finally! Something Brian did that I can do just as well, or perhaps better!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@bullishbeartrader6121]

Just found your channel so I hope you put stuff out more frequently or you're still updating it cuz man this is good stuff

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Filming every day! Be sure to subscribe. Thanks.

[@davehall2160]

Excellent hook set Brian, would have loved to see the fish Thanks for the video

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@johndoody7526]

Its not if its when!!!! Just this morning I text 2 friends to see how their duck hunt is going...3 went hunting 2 got limits and 1 face planted in the pond at 5 am and 38°...cant wait to see part 2....awesome video so far.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@wd4477]

Brian must have slipped on butter

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Most certainly. Thanks for watching.

[@larrysawchuk370]

I may have a warp in my personality but that may have been the best how to video that I have watched. I feel like you are friend because I laughed the way that I would have laughed at a friend or they would have laughed at me, once you / they / I knew you were ok, which was kind of obvious in that soft water. The stack mend demo was great too. As much as you obviously like butter I'm suprised you don't weigh 40 pounds more. Thanks.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@jacobpoucher]

this is right down the road from my house! cool!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@charlieboutin3341]

Man that ending leaves us hanging! 😮💦😂. Butter is slippery! I fell for the first time in years last week. Not too much water got in..but then I’m in Texas, air temp was 70s, just kinda cooled me off.🙂 Tomorrow’s high in the 30s, would be much different story! Thanks MRO! 👍👍🎣

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching!

[@JM-bb8xi]

I fish the PA tribs, but your videos are tempting me over the border to see the ohio stretches

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching!

[@andykjohnsonjohnson7622]

Nice video Brian 🎣👍. Luv the new Split rod , so much multiple applications 👍. Wtf happened 😳, hopping he okay. Was looking forwards, to see. A review on the new fly line , as zebra line isn't available any more.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@1WilliamsBrian]

Oh nooooo. That will end a trip quick!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned.

[@themambomambo1]

great ending! hahaha..I hope you land it!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned!

[@garynewton3337]

My fishing buddy took three spills into the PereMarquette, but it was over a period of 35 straight years

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Easy place to do it. Thanks for watching.

[@joedas4563]

Its tough times here in South Africa, we are currently in flooding which unfortunately means, no fly fishing for a long long time. Ughhhh 😭

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and best of luck.

[@krispaulson9283]

micro skagit/ skagit is where where its at for steelhead. it converted me to skagit for basically all my fishing !

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for sharing. Stay tuned....videos coming.

[@iankeever15]

We need more footage from that ending!!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned.

[@travisashcraft5226]

Sorry but I did laugh out loud 😂Only because I thought that only happens to me and it was nice to see a professional go in too

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and happy to help.

[@DragonGP]

Turn to the dark side, young Brian...give in to the power of the Spey...SWING it!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned…..

[@deazl666]

One cold December afternoon, several years ago, while nymphing on the Mad, in order to get a better angle on a small run, I made a plan to cross the main river, turn left, cross a feeder creek, and then come at the run from the opposite side. Anyway, I made it across the main river without issue, and the narrow creek appeared to be bone dry. Without even a thought to the contrary, I casually stepped off the bank and onto what I thought was a bed of dead leaves and WHOOSH, I was suddenly in over my head. I floated right out of my neoprenes, grabbed some roots, and pulled myself up the bank and back onto dry land. I was so mad and embarrassed - despite being totally alone - that I flung my wet sweatshirt and tee shirt into the woods and walked back to my car wearing only my soaking wool socks and my boxer-briefs (in full public view) dragging my waders behind me. All I can say is, Thank God for heated seats.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thank God for heated anything but the seats are great. Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing.

[@Paulpoission]

7wt stitch for the win. My home water!!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@cameronowensuyoube]

What’s that new Rio switch nymph line like? Does it roll cast well??

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Great question for the folks at the shop. Give them a call or send them an email and they will be happy to help/answer. Thanks.

[@SevenBrokenBar]

What an ending!!! Cliff hanger….👍

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned for more!

[@robkimm5396]

`First time i went steelhead fishing we were getting ready to cross in pretty heavy current. I asked the old timer I was with if he ever fell in. He said "You don't fall in. You sit down..."

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Exactly! Thanks for watching.

[@gbarkfishing9783]

Been there. Filled with water that is

[@Madriveroutfitters]

We have all been. Thanks for watching.

[@TezukuriLure]

Hello Brian?? Did you drink too much whiskey? Nice trip by two meanings 👍 this vid is the best in your channel 😂

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@huntfishbums9704]

What line are you guys using on your switch rods for indicator fishing?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned, episode 2 coming. Or call the shop and speak with Ryan and he’ll be happy to help with recommendations.

[@meathelmet41]

I like your jacket Brian what model SIMM is it?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. You'd have to check with Brian directly on that though. He can be reached through the shop via phone or e-mail.

[@deantreloar]

new logo!? PLEASE make it into stickers!!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Coming very soon.

[@hobbyoftheday4017]

In the next episode we see if Brian can keep it together and land the fish or if the freezing water is to much to handle. Really hope they had a change of clothes handy in all seriousness.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned!

[@jameswill1862]

Great, another rod to get :)

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Let us know how we can help. We have them!

[@kracmarondrej870]

It looks like Vision Hybrid fly line, however I suppose that it is an illusion, that you are using European stuff in US. Greetings from Czech Republic. Thank you for what you are doing for us guys!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. They will be talking about the line in the follow-up episode. Believe it's a Rio line though.

[@bruceallen6377]

It would be much worse if you go for a swim and loose the fish too! Hopefully he landed it!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned.......

[@youmanskids]

WHAT!! show the splash!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned….

[@TimmyHellhammer]

Im sorry but i died laughing at the end ⚰️

[@Madriveroutfitters]

That’s the idea. Thanks for watching.

[@jarodmore2836]

Please tell me the music you have use for this film. Thank you!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Sorry just stock video music. Can’t use commercial stuff due to copywright issues.

[@jasonsfishingagain312]

We'll pick up Brian on the North side of the border.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned……

[@hunteredwards1345]

Can you make a video about understanding fly tippets?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

See episode 9 of our Getting Started in Fly Fishing series. There you will find it.

[@mikethompson5966]

how can you end it like that!! killin me

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned.....

[@charlesmurray1220]

WAIT! Right at the end. Can we see that again? Maybe in slo-moe.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Yes, it’s on the channel. Thanks for watching.

[@toekneedoovila6146]

Spey and “stitch” gods heard you making fun of them ⚡️⚡️!!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

He wasn’t making fun of them…..but of himself. Thanks for watching.

[@Martin.W.F]

Anyone know what sling pack the guy on the right is wearing at 2:10 ?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Call or send an email to the shop and they can surely tell you. Thanks.

[@adamgeezy2000]

Damnbro

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@Hunter711pa]

Lol Brian December in Ohio is not really a good time to be swimming in the river. Happens to everyone hope you landed that fish.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

He’s a swimmer that guy though. We can’t stop him, no matter what time of year!

[@johnsamothrakis4621]

Hope Brian is ok , hope he just got a little wet. Looking forward to the Sequel👍

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. He'll be fine....eventually.

[@jamescooper2618]

That feeling of when you lean too far back in a chair and start to tip over then realize there is no saving it............ I hope you didnt swallow too much river water Brian!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@lbhunter6341]

I believe you're referring to a spey rod

[@Madriveroutfitters]

In this case, a “Switch” rod. He just messes up words a lot.😆

[@gregking6175]

You ok?!?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned for more!

[@0074craig]

Whats with that Ending ??? Come on Show us the final cut ! Hope Your all good Brian

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned…..

[@jdh7685]

Brad Pitt fighting a monster down river. Lol All joking aside, hope you’re good, I’m sure it shocked the core at that water temp.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. He's fine....or will be someday.

[@davidbastin3600]

It is too cold to go swimming!!!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

One would think.

[@austintrenkamp8205]

Damn that sucks, sorry Brian. I know you like ot when we hit the like button on your videos but im gonna pass on doing that to thos one..... We've all done it but dont know if we've all done it in December in Ohio 🥶🥺

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching anyways.

[@KowboyUSA]

Steelheading is about as fun as it gets.

[@anthonyb1661]

Especially when you get to witness a buddy fall in.

[@KowboyUSA]

@@anthonyb1661 lmao

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Exactly!

[@ronaldfisher222]

Whoops

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Exactly.

[@SuperBee039]

Pay backs for “stitch” and “spray”? I bet you sprayed water all over the place when you came up outta that freezing water! And your buddy was in stitches!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Now you see the tie-in there? We have good writers. Thanks for watching.

[@rahmonster24]

Well is the fish okay???

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned.....

[@joshtheplow]

If you don’t swim did you really go to tinhead alley? Hahaha

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Needs to happen every once in a while.

[@leemowers9395]

Oops, Brian laughed to loud at the viral video request….. Karma can be a bitch, or maybe the Brian’s dip was before the comment and Karma has yet to occur. Thanks guys for another great video.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@alexc9187]

RIP mike unit

[@Madriveroutfitters]

It actually survived no problems.

[@deazl666]

Brrr. 😂

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Yep.

[@lambertsaldi1550]

Awesome Josh and Brian 👍👍🎏 hey Brian did you get wet 😜 Did you bring the soap with you 😎🤪 The Vermonter BS

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and stay tuned for Episode 2.

[@SldgeHammr]

RIP the microphone =(

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Yep!

[@justinlackey208]

first

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Congrats!

[@isaacvidana1311]

NoOoOoOoOo it doesn’t show what happened after I want to seEeEe all of the footage

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Stay tuned, much more to come.

[@HausMi]

Come on....cutting it off before we get to see you pop back up drenched. Hell everybody who's ever went Steelhead fishing has come home wet.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Well…..you might enjoy the next episode?