The Steelhead Edge: Why Presentation Matters
At Fishfrankfort, we believe the difference between a "good" day and a "limit" day is found in the details. When we’re chasing Michigan Steelhead, we don’t just throw gear in the water; we fine-tune every drift.
Precision Weighting: Why We Use Round Shot
You might notice we avoid the common "winged" split shot found in big-box stores. While those are easy to pinch on, they create a "helicopter effect" under the surface. Those little wings act like rudders in the current, causing your leader to spin and twist.
Why we stick to smooth, round shot:
• Natural Drift: Round shot tracks straight, ensuring your bait or fly looks natural to a wary Steelhead.
• Stealth: In the clear waters of the Betsie or Platte, the less turbulence and vibration your line creates, the better.
• Fewer Tangles: Round shot casts cleaner, meaning more time with your fly in the "zone" and less time untangling "bird's nests" on the deck.
USCG Master Guided Experience
With 14 years of chartering and a lifetime of fishing these Great Lakes tributaries, Captain Dan ensures every rig is tied for maximum performance. Whether we’re hitting the Detroit River for Walleye or the northern rivers for Chrome, you’re fishing with the best gear and the most refined techniques in the industry.
At Fishfrankfort, we believe the difference between a "good" day and a "limit" day is found in the details. When we’re chasing Michigan Steelhead, we don’t just throw gear in the water; we fine-tune every drift.
Precision Weighting: Why We Use Round Shot
You might notice we avoid the common "winged" split shot found in big-box stores. While those are easy to pinch on, they create a "helicopter effect" under the surface. Those little wings act like rudders in the current, causing your leader to spin and twist.
Why we stick to smooth, round shot:
• Natural Drift: Round shot tracks straight, ensuring your bait or fly looks natural to a wary Steelhead.
• Stealth: In the clear waters of the Betsie or Platte, the less turbulence and vibration your line creates, the better.
• Fewer Tangles: Round shot casts cleaner, meaning more time with your fly in the "zone" and less time untangling "bird's nests" on the deck.
USCG Master Guided Experience
With 14 years of chartering and a lifetime of fishing these Great Lakes tributaries, Captain Dan ensures every rig is tied for maximum performance. Whether we’re hitting the Detroit River for Walleye or the northern rivers for Chrome, you’re fishing with the best gear and the most refined techniques in the industry.
