The steelhead (sometimes called "steelhead trout") is an anadromous (sea-run) form of the coastal rainbow trout. * The definitive resource for tiers and anglers interested in the rich tradition of steelhead flies. Learn the histories of these classic flies, as well as how to tie them. * Covers steelhead flies from their origins in the 1890s up through the mid-1970s * Includes flies that remain popular today, as well as forgotten classics that were once popular or that exhibit stylistic merit AUTHOR: John Shewey is a veteran steelhead fly angler, journalist, photographer, author, and noted fly tier whose elegant steelhead flies have earned national prominence. The editor-in-chief of the Northwest Fly Fishing magazine group, John has penned hundreds of articles and published countless photographs and to date has authored more than a dozen books. John appears frequently as a speaker at club meetings, conclaves, and sports shows around the country. 350 colour photographs