The Streetwalker

The Streetwalker, designed by fly tier Gordon Nash in the 1980s, is a distinguished steelhead fly pattern that has become a staple on Oregon's Deschutes River. Nash's innovation involved replacing the traditional squirrel tail wing of the Purple Peril with Flashabou, enhancing the fly's attraction under low-light conditions. Originally tied on a nickel-plated hook to add subtle flash, the Streetwalker effectively tempts steelhead during dawn, dusk, or overcast days.

Micro Swing Alteration: Use micro-mends mid-swing to subtly change the fly's speed and angle. This simulates an injured baitfish struggling in the current, a highly effective technique for enticing steelhead holding in soft seams or tail-outs.