I hit the Nooksack today (south fork) for the second day in a row. Paid off well. After I landed a few on the spinning rod, I switched to my fly rod w/ a 5' sink tip. That was sure frustrating. It felt like I was casting a plunking sinker. What's the ticket to fishing dogs w/ a fly rod on the nooksack? Do guys use a sink tip or do they go for a sinking line? I like the feel of just a floating line with minimal weight.

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On a side note I've done quite a bit of fishing within an hour of Bellingham lately. Upper Skagit, Vedder, and the Nooksack. Where will I have my best shot at a 2-3 steelhead day in the local area? I know many closely guard these secrets, but any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Matt