Straightline Blog

  • Winter Report

    Hot off the press everybody – here are the latest tips and tactics to land the fish while there’s snow on the ground!
    With the water temperatures as cold as they are, midges are the most effective way to fool that spooky rainbow in the low, clear water. Be armed with a variety of sizes and [...]

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  • Fall Fishing Report – Yampa River

    The temperature has cooled down but the fishing has remained hot this fall. The question is, how do you approach fall fishing techniques? Well, read on to find out.
    The first idea is to wait awhile until the water temps heat up, which usually happens around 11 am. Once out there,  do you see fish rising? If [...]

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  • Cleaning House!

    Hey everybody, we’ve finally deleted all of the ancient posts and we’ll start updating fishing reports, weather outlooks and skiing tips shortly. Check back soon, the fall fishing’s fantastic right now!

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Welcome to Straightline Sports!

Located in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Straightline Sports is the premier destination for all fly fishing, skiing, and outdoor adventure needs.

It is our objective to pass on our experience in order for you to make the most of your Rocky Mountain venture. Family owned by brothers Brett an Bruce Lee for over 25 years, Straightline Sports concentrates on fly fishing, camping and hiking in the summer and skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. What started out as a fly shop has evolved into an all season outdoor adventure store with a staff dedicated to each of these pursuits.

Straightline Guide Trip

Straightline Guide Trip

 Whether you are in Steamboat Springs to fish or ski, Straightline carries brands to fit all of your interests; from Simms, and Sage to Temple Fork and Dan Baily’s, from Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, and Arc’teryx to Columbia. So when in Steamboat stop by or give us a call. We’ll tell you the best fishing spots, the latest skiing conditions, and what’s happening around Northwest Colorado.