I've done a fair amount of steelhead fishing on Great Lakes tribs, but always dead drifting nymphs and egg patterns. I'm making a trip soon, and intend to make my first effort swinging with a switch rod on one of the larger rivers. I'm looking for some suggestions for patterns that would be more effective fished this way than my usual assortment of stones, hexes and eggs.
What would be a favorite pattern or two for you to fish this way. All ideas are appreciated (especially with a picture or recipe). Thanks.