Salmon River tackle

[fishpro28]

Have never fished for salmon before and want to give it a try. Can any point me in the right direction as far as tackle....rods, line, reel size, hook size. Used the search feature and didn't come up with much. Also tried google and only come up with tackle shops and guides. Trying to use stuff that I have ie.. surf rods, but will grab a salmon/steelhead rod if I have to. Trying to head up this weekend, but depends on work schedule. Thanks, Mike

[Wilson]

Originally Posted by fishpro28

Have never fished for salmon before and want to give it a try. Can any point me in the right direction as far as tackle....rods, line, reel size, hook size. Used the search feature and didn't come up with much. Also tried google and only come up with tackle shops and guides. Trying to use stuff that I have ie.. surf rods, but will grab a salmon/steelhead rod if I have to. Trying to head up this weekend, but depends on work schedule. Thanks, Mike

Kevlar and the patience of a saint!

[Fishon1982]

9 ft light action ugly stick cheap 40$ maxima 10 lb green line 2 and 4 hook size 3500 or 4000 size reel fish fast moving water in the morning and Pools in the afternoon when the sun is high and watch the people that are hooking all the fish u can learn a lot

Public access http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/37926.html

[Fishon1982]

And where ur fishing glasses seen people go to hospital for lead in the eye some people have no idea what they are doing and it's dangerous just watch and learn Good luck

[dfish28]

Remember also no lead, zinc only, wade staff, polarized,heavy duty line stringer,I would buy the 9' rod up there- I like the pineville shop, and jetty spikes are a must, And a good long handled net...

[jimmythegreek]

if you dont wanna spend a ton of money just use one of ur lighter surf rods, preferably a med/light u need a fast or sensitive tips to feel the bottom and feel the fish. Just respool it w 10-12# line (i like floro) and ur set. Use korkers and be safe, the above extras make life nice in the water......

[fishpro28]

Thanks Guys, all good information. Anyone know of any places to stay at? Don't need anything fancy just the basics.

[dfish28]

Selkirk state campground ... That's an easy way and they have firewood there
Or the old fashioned way sleep in your truck when need be - at your hole of choice- I like the sportsmans,catch your catch, go to pineville have it iced and go for round 2,3,4, then come home with lots of mediocre flavor salmon, but the fight is great!

[Fishon1982]

Altmar outfitters in altmar great place and great guys people with 25+ years of experience

[Inishmore3]

I've stayed at the Fish On Motel. Look it up on google. Its at the town hole and there is a tavern across the street. The Salmon River Sports Shop is just down the street from the motel. Too bad you missed the Log Cabin. The food was so awesome. I'm sure the Salmon River vets can tell you about the Log Cabin buffet. Oh goodness was that good.

Give the Fish On Motel a try. Mike is a good guy.

Take care and let us know how you do.

Be good!