Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
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Alvin Dedeaux's Tip of the Week
The water temps are starting to drop on the Colorado and fishing is getting better. Fall and winter are the time to break out the sinking and sink tip lines.
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Water Flow Data
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All Water Guides5-Day Outlook as of 1/14/25
Colder weather will slow the morning bite. Plan on fishing later in the day.
Techniques & Tips as of 1/14/25
Sinking and sink tip lines are going to be the most effective on the Colorado River during the winter.
Local Species Available Winter
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Black Bass
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White Bass
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Catfish
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Freshwater drum
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buffalo
Alvin Dedeaux's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Gulley Fish | N/A | 2 |
Gulley Ultra Craw | N/A | 2 |
Rattlin' Baitfish | olive | 4 |
Gulley Fish | pearl | 3/0 |
Clouser Minnow | yellow and white | 2 |
Clouser Minnows | chartreuse and white | 2 |
Alvin Dedeaux's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
7-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Freshwater Bass WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line