I don't like running the middle rod much. If I'm running 3 rods, it's most likely that I have I have people new to steelheading or not that comfortable drifting.Or fishing is slow so I'm throwing everything I can at 'em. Plugging has been most productive for me but it is soooo boring for me and the others in the boat.

It also means I'm pulling plugs alot that day and my shoulders are gonna be a'barkin that night! eek

I've had the best luck with the bait diver in the center with the 3 pole set up.
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