Photo of the Week: John Garrett

John Garrett: Centerpin Catch

You may or may not have seen this Centerpin catch, but we thought we would close out February making it our "Photo of the Week".

“Man…how do I rig up for this?”

…how do I rig up for this?

by: John Garrett – Feb, 2013 
So, here we are on the verge of a Centerpin explosion in the Pacific Northwest. A lot of folks are intrigued and asking questions. Northwest Fisherman are quickly learning what our Northern neighbors in Canada have known for years! And that’s the efficiency and the effectiveness of using a centerpin rod & reel to catch steelhead. All you have to do is watch someone who is remotely experienced with the technique and you are left in awe. In my conversations with friends and clients, we’ve often mentioned that it should probably be illegal. In my opinion there’s no other technique that’s as deadly effective when it comes to bringing steelhead to hand. I’m sure there are a few side-drifters out there that would beg to differ, but when you put a float on the line…centerpinning is the champion – Hands Down!

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Winter Steelheading

Yes, it's true. It has been a while. We all have been busy around the shop, planning future fishing trips. Starting Sunday, January 6th, 2013 and for the next several Sunday's you will see a "Photo of the Week", a few product posts and we will do our best to get some updated articles.

John Garrett with a chrome
winter centerpin steelhead 

Welcome to NW Centerpin!

by: John Garrett - Feb 26th, 2012

Welcome! Obviously you're interested in centerpin fishing in the Northwest or you would have never came to this site. Well, we're glad you're here. Our vision and purpose of this site is to be in the forefront of Pacific Northwest Centerpin fishing, while supplying everything necessary to help you become a successful centerpin fanatic.

The centerpin fishing technique, it's rods & reels, are not a new concept, but they are new to today’s Pacific Northwest angler. Popularity is exploding and demand is increasing as anglers witness it's extreme effectiveness. 

Centerpin reels were first referred to in English literature in Thomas Barker's "The Art of Angling" (1651). The theory behind the technique is a drag-free drift. Whether you’re fishing bait on the bottom or suspended, jigs, trout beads or flies beneath a float, there is no better way that I know of to accomplish this.

The reels, are extremely smooth single-action models, resemble fly reels and have systems to help prevent free-spooling while landing fish or transporting. They have rimmed spools so the angler can apply the necessary drag by palming the spool. The technique requires a long, light, and responsive rod typically 11' to 15' long.

The beauty of centerpin fishing is that it’s simplistic in the approach and it doesn’t matter if you're a bait, lure or fly angler. It’s a nice traditional approach to fishing and when the fly waters are too high or even a little off color, the centerpin system can not only save the day, but can be a peaceful, pleasurable experience.

Are you looking for some sweet steelhead action, or just want to learn a "DEADLY" technique that can be used wherever steelhead swim. Centerpin fishing should be your next favorite way to fish. With practice you could be on your way to becoming a centerpinning machine. This is by far one of the most enjoyable techniques I've used for catching steelhead. Become a Centerpin fisherman and become part of the 10% who catch 90% of the fish. I kid you negative you won't be disappointed!

We thank you again for checking us out. Browse around, come back soon as the site will develop quickly, then stay awhile and get acquainted. You'll find that if you can't find it here on NW Centerpin...you don't need it!

A beautiful steelhead which couldn't resist a trout bead
perfectly presented with a centerpin!