Which river system? Fly/Gear? Jet boat - drift - walkin? I agree - it would be better to narrow it down.

I will say that for versatility of technique, knowledge of the local rivers and steelhead, and sheer hard work TRBO has my vote. Plus he's just a damn fun guy to spend a day on the river with.

We did a float with Bob Monday before last. Brats were a bit scarce, but he had us walking in places we'd never been on previous trips. AND we found fish there.

I've been on trips with guides where they take you on the float and if you don't catch fish, well too bad - that's just steelheading. Not Bob - he's on a mission to get you into fish!

Just my .02 - there's a reason we go back every year.