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Simms X Grateful Dead
Fishing and music both have a way of pulling you in, setting you adrift, and leaving you somewhere entirely different than where you started. The Grateful Dead has long been the soundtrack to that journey, twisting, turning, and flowing like a river.
How To Choose a Winter Steelhead Fly
10 Steelhead winter steelhead flies that put chrome to hand.
Lost Coast Outfitters presents Lost Coast apparel, our in-house line of branded gear made for anglers and fans alike. From embroidered trucker caps and waxed canvas hats to cozy hoodies, crewnecks, and graphic tees, our apparel showcases the spirit of San Francisco’s premier fly shop. Each piece is crafted with quality fabrics and thoughtful design, whether you’re wearing it on the water, in town, or at the lodge.
Wearing Lost Coast apparel means more than a logo — it connects you to our community and values: conservation, local waters, and the fly-fishing lifestyle. Browse the full collection, explore sizing and materials, and find the perfect piece to represent LCO wherever your adventures take you.
More Than a Fly Shop
LCO is proud to call the Bay Area home, and continuing to build the best fly shop online and in person. See the Smith Optics video about LCO and fly fishing the Bay Area.
Your Shop for Winter Steelhead
Browse our selection of LCO gear handpicked for the winter steelhead season. Flies, rods, and reels to get you dialed in before your next trip. And check out our LCO Steelhead guides below.
Discover our curated collection of Spey Reels—precision-engineered for the demands of two-handed fly fishing. Whether you’re swinging flies for steelhead, salmon, or sea-run browns, these reels deliver the perfect balance, line capacity, and drag control needed for long casts and powerful runs.
We stock top brands trusted by Spey anglers worldwide, including Hardy, Hatch, and Lamson, each offering proven performance and corrosion-resistant design for both fresh and saltwater Spey setups. From traditional click-and-pawl classics to modern sealed-drag systems, our reels pair beautifully with Scandi, Skagit, and switch rod applications.
Find the ideal two-hand reel to complement your Spey rod and elevate your swing game—built to last, tested on California’s legendary rivers and beyond.
Few fish our capture the imagination like steelhead, and the right fly makes all the difference. At Lost Coast Outfitters, our steelhead flies are curated for anglers who chase these remarkable fish across California and the Pacific Northwest.
Our selection includes classic swing flies, effective Intruders, and elegant skating dry flies that bring steelhead to the surface — each pattern chosen for its movement, durability, and proven performance.
From broad winter flows to clear summer tailouts, these steelhead flies are tied to hold up.
Explore our premium collection of two handed rods and Spey rods at Lost Coast Outfitters, designed for anglers targeting steelhead, salmon, and other large species. These rods provide superior casting distance, accuracy, and control, perfect for fishing in big rivers and coastal waters.
Crafted by top brands and built with advanced materials, our two handed rods and Spey rods deliver the strength and responsiveness needed for long casts and heavy lines. Whether you’re new to Spey casting or a seasoned pro, find the perfect rod to match your style and fishing conditions.
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