Todd Moen of Catch Magazine joined me on the upper McKenzie for some “continued product testing” of the Outcast Ambush Frameless Raft. Fishing was good and boating was a blast. I have been really impressed with how the Ambush will slow down in really fast water. It’s width and overall weight seem to be the perfect combo for holding in speedy flows.
Best patterns were: Chubby Chernobyl Norm Woods size 8, Tungsten 20 Incher Jig size 12.
Gear Used: Sage X 9ft 5wt, Nautilus XM Reel, Rio Gold Line
I’m looking for some advice for fishing the McKenzie River around the Rainbow area in October. I’m from Alaska and trying this river for the first time. Can I bank fish and walk into the river at the location? Is there a reasonably price guide, or do I need a guide?
thanks!
Deb