True Wild - The Chase for the Last Wild Urban Steelhead 

"Even if you're not catching, you're still learning" so true.

Just landed a hen and a buck this morning up here in Oregon. Already have 7 logged on my harvest card this year. Only took me about literally 60+ trips to the same river. Steelhead fishing definitely proves that every detail and every bit of effort matters. The biggest thing I have noticed with a lot of people I meet on the river is that they call it quits or they just don't have their rig dialed in to the very details that make the difference. A lot of what you say about steelhead I agree with, Adam. I love your videos and your attitude towards fishing is always great, keep it up.

This is definitely the best video I've seen on your channel. I have truly enjoyed your others, but in this I like the feel and the personal perspective. Congratulations on your success! I grew up steelhead fishing in the PNW and understand the attention to detail of the presentation. Those suckas are finicky and smart. Way to go!

Awesome job. I grew up steelhead fishing on the Olympic peninsula. This passion has persisted with me my whole life. I am a proud dad of two boys and can’t wait to help them catch their first chrome, sealiced fresh from the ocean Steelhead. That fish was 48 hrs or less since entering fresh water. Only a few like that in a lifetime buddy

Outstanding 👏👏👏 What a blast. Always a pleasure to watch pal thanks for taking us along. Hands down my favorite west coast fishing channel

I truly admire this video in many ways. It is not click bait. This is the real deal. Also, your perseverance. Most people nowadays cheat or learn by copying others. This is true hunting and learning knowledge gained first hand. I too have chased salmon and steelhead. For me it was on Lake Michigan in Norther Indiana waters. The learning curve was long, but eventually I figured them out. It is amazing how hard they hit and fight, then run toward you then away. Then they pause and then from 0 to 60. I’ve often said it’s like hooking onto a lightening bolt. Great channel, substantial content, and good personality. I’d fish with you any day. Good luck out there and good fishing!

Congrats man! Thanks for including us on your journey.

Great content! Watched your fishing videos for awhile now and still enjoy those adventures. Look like you had a moment of clarity at the end.

Really really appreciate the work that went into this video and thanks for sharing ur struggle and the biggest most significant catch ever!

Congrats to you! Really great specimen of a fish. I felt your excitement and enthusiasm and appreciation of making contact with that thing of beauty. I've been fortunate to have caught many steelhead but each time is still like a miracle. Now you know why steelhead are revered by so many.

Congrats bud. You can tell that one really really meant something to you. Glad you were able to take us along. Tight lines

Brother! Absolutely epic! Besides the fish, the production value was off the charts. Proud of you, man!

What a treat!! Great job, this is the epitome of ‘sports fishing’!

Really happy for you young man! It's been decades since I've been after steelies. They are a kick!

Awesome bro !!!! Way to grind it out . Steelhead fishing is addicting and it makes it all worth it when you land one ….congrats on the beautiful pb

Congrats Adam, you definitely put the time in and deserve that fish. The thrill of the chase...✌️😎

Congrats Adam, great effort! What a beautiful fish, you deserved it, and awesome release

Grats buddy! The buildup to the catch was so well done and the fight had me so nervous for you. Was like I was right there with ya haha. Big grats to you in this one my man!!! Love the channel btw, long time lurker/subscriber here.🙂

What a journey dude. You put in the hours, you deserve it!

Nice Adam! Your determination paid off. Keep at it buddy!

definetely my favorite video yet! way to persevere man! congrats!

Yup, time to hit the tour!! Your tournament; great stuff!!

I cannot impress upon you how special that moment was. Of course, you likely felt it yourself. Welcome to the obsession! How you caught that fish, and where you caught that fish makes it extra special! That was a significant catch kid! Great Job!!!

Congratulations Adam. What a hell of a ride👏👏👏cheers brother

Awesome catch Adam! You worked hard for it. Beautiful fish.

Adam... Welcome to the vagary of steelhead fishing. You have a great start on a journey that will take you to some of the most beautiful places on this planet and where you can meet some truly amazing people who share in your passion and then there are those at the pinnacle of the sport who pursue this fish with fly.

Wow just wow..what a beauty! Well done Adam..well deserved!🤘🏻

Loving this man! True Wild, so awesome !

Adam this video by far it’s the best video, I can see the connection that you have with the fish and nature, after you caught the fish and you made the best gesture on releasing it, I felt like I was there seeing your accomplishment and almost cried, my GF it’s a fan too, kudos to your love one on sharing your passion

This is what steelhead fishing is all about! Congrats!🍾

Loved it. This is when fishing becomes hunting. Nice video.

So Epic!!! Wow a fish in that area like that. Awesome content, yes more like this please....

That was so exciting and fun to watch. Thank you. This inspires me to get back in the river. I live in Oregon now right on the mouth of the Chetco river so much fishing opportunity here. Thank you so much.

So stoked for you, Adam!

Congrats Adam! That was epic!

I was at the edge of my kitchen chair at 1am watching the battle in a pure RUSH! I hooked my first ever Steel on a small coast stream not far from where your at, about 30 years ago and your video brought back that memory like it was yesterday. Trust me, Now you will start driving hundreds of miles and spend several days for even just 1 dime bright beauty. "The Chrome is the Juice!!"

That was awesome man. I live in the Santa Cruz Mountains. I need to get my ass out there and do what you did. Thanks...

That was an exciting fight!!! Congratulations, Adam!

You can see the excitement and joy had from the bite till u ran for the other camera. Man the tug is a drug for sure. Happy for u and thanks for taking us along. Tight lines brah!!!

Wow. I love your efforts. It paid off. I love your never gave up attitudes. Love to fish with you soon.

That was wonderful! I remember when I got my first one. It took me better than 15 years, but OMG it was sooooo worth it! Love your channel. Keep up the good work! Thank you!

Nicely done Adam. After all your hard work and to hear your reel screaming... Yeah, job well done. Congratulations on the catch and release of a beautiful Steelhead!!!

So happy for you love the long format

Wow dude I’ve enjoyed the video and the effort put forth. Congrats

What a video, cannot wait another one you mentioned. Good job

Dude congratulations! That fish will be a memory forever. I’ll never forget my first “true” steelhead on the Mad River in Humboldt county.

Thankful to all the good luck you sent my way from this video before leaving. I just got my first steelhead 27 in. - 8lb 🤙🏽🙏🏽 Fish on!!

Congratulations Adam! Awesome catch! the Steelhead is one of the most sought-after and difficult fish to catch. Wishing you continued success! thanks for the great content!

Persistence paid off for you Adam! Way to go on never giving up

What an awesome video! Great job man!

This is what it's all about, congrats, great vid

Awesome video!! Great job Adam!

Good job bud! I fishing the rivers too and it's definitely different from the ocean. Good for you!!

beautiful steelhead! that fish was definitely worth the grind. awesome job.

Congratulations Adam, it was worth the time and perseverance very good fishing and very good video. Blessings.

Epic stuff Adam! This is by far my favorite video you've ever made. The build up, the struggle, the disappointment all make it worth it. Speechless, this reminded me of a similar journey in catching my first halibut from shore that took me months.

Congrats bro! I just started a year ago and caught my first hatchery last week it tasted so good, and going on super bowl Sunday! Coming from bass fishing my whole life, steelhead is very challenging! And rewarding! Loved watching your chase for chrome 🐟🙏🎣🏆

Great job, you put in the work and were rewarded with a gorgeous prize. You should be proud!

From a fellow steelheader, this was relatable and my favorite video of yours so far. That was a BEAUTIFUL fish. We are so blessed any time we get to cross paths with these fish that travel thousands of miles in the ocean to come back to their home rivers. Great job at capturing the allure of the challenge, struggle, and awesome reward. More steelhead content!!!

Congrats man! Very well deserved trophy 🏆 A great video too 👍🏼

Woot!! Fantastic video! Congratulations!!

Nice!! Those steelhead will now haunt you for the remaining 9 months of the year. I count myself blessed when I get one wild fish a year. You can tell how fresh they are by the translucency of their fins. Those were pretty much clear...also, check them for sea lice. That'll tell you how fresh. Probably was in the ocean less than 5 days ago. Try getting one on a fly rod, then you'll really be hooked. I bought my first fly rod at 20 for the sole purpose of catching a steelhead on it. I'm 38 now. It took 2 steelhead seasons of being skunked....just learing how to use a fly rod and how to read the river, etc. Finally got one on my 3rd season.. I've chased steelhead ever since, every year.. and it never gets old. Also a bay area guy, we are lucky to have a couple urban steelhead spots left. But the trinity and Klamath are my favorite. Congratulations Adam.

That was Epic!! Congrats!!

Solid video bro! Love the content ✊

What a great story!Congratulations, a well deserved fish

Really cool to see you and Taku put out new content lately! Hope to see more and more of Ensei! That dude is like a Ninja 🥷 Fisherman cause he’s in and out of everyone else’s videos.. mysterious and intriguing 🤔

Killin it Brother! Another great adventure

Thanks for sharing your respect of the fish!

What a beauty!! Great video.. 😃🤙🏽 fish on…

Awesome video. Congrats on that beautiful steelhead.

Awesome dude, that’s amazing.

Best video so far good job braddah 🤙🏽

Storybook hunt and fish bro, amazing. The fact that u stalked those backwaters made it all the better

Howdy Adam, Wow "The Die Hard Fisherman". The passion of the hunt . Fishing for the soft biting Steel Head. My grand father fished for em. Told me some have the touch and a lot don't. You defiantly have the touch and the luck and passion . Keep up the great work. Always look forward to the next video drop.

Man good work. Way to get after it!

Great film man! I just want to say that I really appreciated how you treated that wild fish. Unfortunately a lot of people don't realize how fragile these fish are, and when you're dealing with wild fish on the west coast, they are a special breed that needs protecting. No need to drag them on the bank, and kill them. These fish have consumed so much of my time and I fishing for them is so special, so stoked you got to connect with one!

Wow , you sir have just lived up to the name of your channel, because that was truly Die Hard fishing. To be a good fisherman take patient and cunning among other factors but probably no one would go to the length of effort that you have on this journey. Well done! Who would believe that small body of water could have that fish, not me but you have the proof on 🎥. Epic

that was great !!!!

Man this is definitely your best video. It's done really well and you're enthusiasm shows. I'm from the PNW so I understand the steelhead craze and I love your content chasing them. Always more steelhead 😁🤘

Huge accomplishment for you, very proud, I feel like I'm there with you fishing....the thrill excitement can't put into words...I can only wish I can do the same.. bucket list

Congratulations! Loved the story!

Congratulations on finding your unicorn. Hoping to see more content like this!

Nice job bro! Winning by perseverance. Dope Jeremy Wade-esque intro bro. Congrats 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

OUTSTANDING fish Adam, Congratulations

The chase of catching a fish of a lifetime, great job Adam.

Congratulations! Nice catch

Loved the video Adam.. You should really try fishing for them on Centerpin, it's a whole new experience... Beautiful hen... Keep it up

Adam, congrats on your determination, perseverance and ultimate success. You've displayed the character required to hook & land a steelie on a fly rod. Give it a try ... steelhead, fish of a thousand casts .. We all appreciate your conservation ethic too....

Persistence pays! You earned it.

Congratulations! Beautiful fish

Congrats Adam way to stay with it. It was a epic fight. I have caught steelhead in the ocean and even got one off off OP many years ago. I fished them years ago in the Feather River. Keep up that great content see you out in the ocean for salmon or maybe OP for butts. Tight lines

Wow nice catch big chrome steelhead

Awesome job!

Awesome fish brother. Steelhead fishing is the best. Maybe I’ll catch up with you on the water one day

One hell of a fish Adam!!!

This is your "Old Man and the Sea" experience! Awesome!

sensational catch adam-san, an all-timer for sure👏👏

Congratulations man! Hope to get my first one soon. Unfortunately I can’t spend that much time on the water because I’m in school but I feel like the longer you wait makes the success sweeter.

Loved this one👍

Congratulations Adam, awsome video I enjoyed every minute of it, great job and keep on fishing and posting your videos I watch all of the. Blessings to you and your family brother from Coachella California