Upper Kenai one more time! 10/7/11

Second time ever on the Upper Kenai River.  Last time I got skunked.  This time I managed to hook 7 fish and landed 2.  Nice chunky rainbows.  The largest was probably around 20 inches.  Took me over 6 minutes to land it on my 4wt.  Most likely due to the fact that I rarely use a flyrod.  So the fishing is probably pretty hot for those who know what they are doing.  Considering its my second time on the Upper Kenai and I rarely use a flyrod for anything other than flipping reds and kings with straight mono, I think the results were decent.

I threw everything I had and I got hits on a light pink 6mm bead and a mottled pink 8mm bead.  I couldn't buy a hit on flesh flies.  I still have not caught anything on them.

It's enjoyable, and on a 4wt, the rainbows definitely battle.  Might need to step up to a 6wt as casting more than 30 ft is tough.  I'm still not convinced that this is better than fishing Kings!  But considering it's mid October, this is a nice float with potential for decent fish.  With my mini-x kayak that weighs 38 pounds, it's an easy trip to prepare for and get on the water. It certainly is a great fishery for when the Ocean is too rough for feeder kings. 

I used Wildman's shuttle last week and this week and it worked out perfectly. Going to hit it again tomorrow for a half day then i got to run back and put on a tux for the Mayor's Ball...waders and drysuits are so much more comfortable.....

Nice job Rudy! Looks like a lot of fun! Hmmm I haven't really thought of taking my kayak on the river. I might have to join you sometime if the weather isn't to cold!

Nice job Rudy! Looks like a lot of fun! Hmmm I haven't really thought of taking my kayak on the river. I might have to join you sometime if the weather isn't to cold!

GRAB YOUR GEAR!  Headed out the dooor right now!  lol. 

I think the middle river would be a great trip on my Hobie and your ocean Kayak.  Got to cross a mile of Skilak Lake but then drift down to Bing's.  Never have done it.  Might Sunday if I don't do something else.  Got to get going!  Half day today!  Frickin have to wear a %**&^  no good, *^*!#, uncomfortable tuxedo tonight.

I have floated the middle from skilak last year. I didn't really know where to go and the water was higher in july of last year. I didn't get around to doing it this year because of all of the kayak fishing. We took a 14 ft raft. My parents own. I would try if the weather was good. And I know there are a ton of fish. I might try in the middle of the week.