604-961-1378
Built for Speed Charters
Built for Speed Salmon Fishing Charter was established in 1995 and will make your Salmon fishing adventure easy and comfortable. All equipment, gear, tackle and bait is provided with covered dry seating and washroom facilities on board.
Departing from Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver, B.C. Canada, we are centrally and strategically located in the heart of all the most productive hot spots in Vancouver, Howe Sound & the Salish Sea. Being only minutes from prime Chinook/King Salmon feeding grounds can be the difference in making your trip productive.
Salmon fishing in Vancouver is a year round activity, all 5 species migrate through local waters from springtime to fall.
Built for Speed Salmon Fishing Charters will create great memories & excitement while providing everything required to make your Salmon fishing experience a success.
Local Vancouver Salmon fishing is best in the morning. Our trips leave Horseshoe Bay between 6am and 7am and last 5 hours. Afternoon trips are available. All gear, tackle, bait & safety equipment is provided. Built for Speed is a 24 ft Express Cruiser that can accomdate up to 4 people.
Captain Chris Speed
Captain Chris Speed has been Salmon fishing the waters of British Columbia for 25 years. Built for Speed Salmon Fishing Charters was established in 1995 and is in its 23rd year of operation. This has allowed Captain Speed to learn the unique patterns of Pacific Salmon in the Salish Sea, Howe Sound & Vancouver.
As well as a wealth of knowledge with regards to the marine industry and the coast of British Columbia, his years of guiding and salmon fishing experience will contribute to making your experience memorable while fishing for that trophy Pacific Salmon.
A member of the British Columbia Sportfishing Guides Association, Captain Speed holds:
- a 60 Tonne Master Captains Ticket
- current Red Cross First Aid Level C Certification ( training )
- Radio Operators Certificate
- Marine Emergency Duty Tickets
- Certified Tidal Angling Guide Certified [CTAG}
The Vessel
Built for Speed is a 24ft Zeta deep V wood/fiberglass constructed express cruiser. Crafted locally by reputable British Columbia boatbuilder Zeta Marine, Captain Speed has personally modified and rigged Built for Speed with only the highest quality hardware & Salmon fishing equipment. The a 8'6" beam, deep V hull, with 4-person custom cushioned seating area make for a very comfortable ride in all sea and weather conditions.
There's a canvas raincover/dropcurtain to protect you rain or shine , an on-board heater for colder days and both a cooler and 12Volt fridge to keep drinks and snacks chilled. A private washroom is on board.
Built for Speed is powered by a 2017 Mercruiser383 MPI Inboard & BravoIIIleg, a safe reliable power package. Fishing on the Mercury 15HP4Stroke is fumeless and quiet.
The vessel is fully insured, Transport Canada inspected and carries all safety equipment required to meet all requirements for charter operation.
Standard/Horizon VHF radio, AM/FM stereo IPOD ready, a host of quality controls & hardware.
Along with a huge range of fine salmon trolling tackle for all species and conditions, Built for Speed is rigged with 4 Scotty electric high speed HP2106 downriggers for excellent depth coverage. Fishing rods are 10.5ft soft tipped rods, quality Islander MR3 reels.
Rates and Information
Our Location
We're located in Sewell's Marina
RATES
# Guests
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Duration
5 Hours
5 Hours
5 Hours
5 Hours
Cost
$600 plus GST
$630 plus GST
$660 plus GST
$700 plus GST
* plus $100 per hour past 5 hours
FISHING REPORT
1-604-961-1378
What to Bring
What to Expect
- warm clothes including rain gear (if rain is in the forecast )
- sun hat, sunglasses
- camera
- snacks and drinks
- Cooler to carry your catch home with you
- fishing license ( you can apply online)
- all the gear, tackle and bait to make your charter a success
- latest in GARMIN depth sounder/GPS Map technology forfish locating & mapping fish waypoints/navigation.
- SCOTTY BLACK BOX fordownrigger positive current control to attract fish into the vicinity ofthe boat which provides a distinct edge in catch rate and productivity.
- Standard/Horizon VHF radio, AM/FM stereo IPOD ready, a host of quality controls & hardware.
- 4 Scotty electric high speed HP2106 downriggers for excellent depth coverage
- huge range of fine salmon trolling tackle for all species and conditions
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