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Spring Overview

Due to the Average snow fall the Yampa River Valley will be fishing very well throughout the month of June. The lake fishing throughout the area is off the charts and will continue to be that way for another month. Stagecoach Tailwaters is exceptional during this time. Large fish on BWO nymphs and dries have been the ticket for […]

Cold weather, hot fishing.

Recient snow and cold weather have sent the tourists to lower ground. The stream is empty and fishing is great. Bluewings are hatching sporadically through the day and Mahogany duns have joined the show and have fish looking up for most of the day. #20 parachute bwo patterns like the sprout BWO are killers for […]

Located in the heart of downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Straightline Sports is the premier destination for all your fly fishing, skiing, and outdoor adventure needs. Family owned and operated by brothers Bruce and Brett, for over 20 years, Straightline is the oldest continuously operated fishing guide service and fly shop in the Yampa Valley.

July 10, 2006

“Thanks for the fantastic day of fishing! Besides being such an experienced guide, you were also a very patient teacher who shared willingly of you knowledge and skills.”

We have a passion for the outdoors and the experience to help you get the most out of your visit. Whether you are in Steamboat Springs to fish or ski, Straightline carries brands to fit all of your interests, from Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, and Arc’teryx to Columbia, from Simms, and Sage to Temple Fork and Dan Baily’s. 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.