Built For Speed Salmon Fishing Charters offers year-round saltwater angling adventures in West Vancouver, Canada. Local waters are home to all 5 species of Pacific Salmon. Chinook/Coho/Sockeye/Pink & Chum all migrate thru the area. BuiltforSpeed is located close & central to all of the best local hotspots.
BuiltforSpeed is owned, operated & maintained by licenced Captain, Chris Speed. With 40years of experience mastering & fishing local Vancouver waters in all seasons. BuiltforSpeed is a 24’ Zeta Marine express cruiser a fully equipped, covered, stable & fast fishing machine. There is plenty of comfortable covered seating space for four anglers to enjoy a day out on the water. A 330HP Mercuiser383 inboard on a BravoIII leg & a quite/fumeless 20HP Tohatsu trolling motor, dialed down to get the exact speed required when trolling for Salmon. Included are 2 Garmin 12" fishfinder/GPS screens, Standard Horizon VHF, AMFM stereo, private toilet, fridge&cooler. 4 Scotty HP downriggers with light 10.5 ft rods & a large inventory of spoons, hootchies, baitteaser heads&flashers all rigged&tied by Captain Chris contribute to a excellent catch rate on every trip!
Trips are 5 hours & can be extended to any length if desired. Departing from Horseshoe Bay it is the premium location that provides an excellent opportunity for Chinook & all species only minutes from the dock. Trolling for Salmon is standard practice in Vancouver. You will be provided with quality rods, reels, tackle, lures & bait. Upon your return, your catch will be processed/packaged&iced for transportation in order to enjoy at the table. Air travel with fish is OK.
Required is a valid printed B.C.tidal water license with Salmon tag. Please bring your snacks & refreshments with you. Remember a hat, sunglasses&warm clothing. Message Chris thru Fishing Booker for a current fishing report, transportation options or any other questions to book a guided fishing tour with BuiltforSpeed Fishing Charters in Vancouver.
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Chris Speed
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Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Half Day/5Hours 3people $875.00 on July 2, 2025
I brought my two nephews along with my family on a trip to Vancouver and we decided to do a 1/2 day salmon fishing charter. Chris was fantastic. We went out early and immediately catch multiple. When it started to slow he took us to great spot after spot. He was a fantastic knowledgeable guide and the boys and I had a blast. We will definitely be coming back and fishing with Chris again! It was a day to remember! Thank you!
I brought my two nephews along with my family on a trip to Vancouver and we decided to do a 1/2 day salmon fishing charter. Chris was fantastic. We went out early and immediately catch multiple. When it started to slow he took us to great spot after spot. He was a fantastic knowledgeable guide and the boys and I had a blast. We will definitely be coming back and fishing with Chris again! It was a day to remember! Thank you!
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Half Day/5Hours 4people $975.00 on April 4, 2025
We had an awesome experience with Chris. From the minute we booked, Chris had great communication with us. He called us before the trip started to let us know about fishing licenses and what we needed to do prior. We caught tons of fish, from smaller chinook salmon to a nice large keeper size fish. We were hesitant about catch and release but it turned out to be great!! Would 100% recommend this trip to anyone looking to have a good time and catch some fish. Views were breathtaking!!! Will be back!
We had an awesome experience with Chris. From the minute we booked, Chris had great communication with us. He called us before the trip started to let us know about fishing licenses and what we needed to do prior. We caught tons of fish, from smaller chinook salmon to a nice large keeper size fish. We were hesitant about catch and release but it turned out to be great!! Would 100% recommend this trip to anyone looking to have a good time and catch some fish. Views were breathtaking!!! Will be...
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Half Day/5Hours 2people $825.00 on June 23, 2025
Chris is very knowledgeable of the area if you are looking to hookup some salmon. It started slow but he adjusted perfectly and moved us right away to a great spot where we started catching salmon right away. Caught lots of fish with great company. If you want to ha e a great day of fishing in BC, book with Chris!!
Chris is very knowledgeable of the area if you are looking to hookup some salmon. It started slow but he adjusted perfectly and moved us right away to a great spot where we started catching salmon right away. Caught lots of fish with great company. If you want to ha e a great day of fishing in BC, book with Chris!!
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Half Day/5Hours 2people $825.00 on June 3, 2025
Had a great time time fishing with Chriss He contacted me way before my trip to make sure I am all set for the trip and walked me through all the required paperwork ( fishing licenses). We were not lucky enough to catch a keeper but we had a blash catching and releasing Chinooks and Wild Cohos. He explained all the safety aspects and how to use all the fishing tackle. If you want to catch some salmon and have fun while doing it, make sure to reach out to Chris.
Had a great time time fishing with Chriss He contacted me way before my trip to make sure I am all set for the trip and walked me through all the required paperwork ( fishing licenses). We were not lucky enough to catch a keeper but we had a blash catching and releasing Chinooks and Wild Cohos. He explained all the safety aspects and how to use all the fishing tackle. If you want to catch some salmon and have fun while doing it, make sure to reach out to Chris.
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Half Day/5Hours 4people $975.00 on September 12, 2024
Thank you Capt Chris for an experience we can look back on as a complete success. We booked a half day with Built For Speed by reading the many positive reviews. When we got to the dock, we were met with a friendly welcome and after introductions, we were given a display of the many safety features aboard. Then a comprehensive demonstration on how to correctly and safely handle the reeling in of any catch. This paid off as we certainly had a great days catch. Questions we asked were met with answers that displayed Chris’ comprehensive knowledge and experience. On return to the dock after what had been an exciting and totally successful fishing trip, Chris (after pics of course), cleaned and filleted the fish and recommended how we should cook them. All in all, we completely and without reservation recommend Built For Speed with Capt Chris for your fishing experience
Thank you Capt Chris for an experience we can look back on as a complete success. We booked a half day with Built For Speed by reading the many positive reviews. When we got to the dock, we were met with a friendly welcome and after introductions, we were given a display of the many safety features aboard. Then a comprehensive demonstration on how to correctly and safely handle the reeling in of any catch. This paid off as we certainly had a great days catch. Questions we asked were met with...
Built For Speed Salmon Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
When you book a trip with Built For Speed Salmon Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
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West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Capt. Chris Speed has fished Vancouver area waters for over 40yrs. Creating BuiltforSpeed Charters in 1995 & has guided for over 30yrs in his hometown of Vancouver. Angling for Pacific Salmon thru all seasons in local waters. This gives a true understanding of where to fish 365 days a year. I work in the marine industry, advise many anglers with new vessels that need to be tuned & rigged to fish correctly in our environment. I pro staff & represent Scotty Fishing & Marine products supporting all who use the product. Planning each fishing charter & teaching others the finer points of saltwater Salmon fishing is the true passion. Along with providing a safe & comfortable, informative fishing experience. Making service a priority! Come enjoy a great day of true saltwater Pacific Salmon fishing with Captain Speed.
River Fishing
Rivermouth fishing in the fall in the saltwater.
Nearshore Fishing
Only minutes to fishing grounds most of our season
Offshore Fishing
We travel further at certain times in the season
Reef Fishing
Structure fishing in the winter/spring for Chinook
Flats Fishing
Rivermouth fishing, summer/fall Chinook & Coho
Light Tackle
10.5ft Iight weight rods/single action reels.
Trolling
Downriggers, light 10.5ftrods make it very sporting
Spinning
Summertime for Coho & pink Salmon in the shalllows
Jigging
Year round, Chinook in winter, Pinks/Coho summer.
Drift Fishing
Jigging while drifting when Salmon are schooling
Toilet
Enclosed private toilet on board
GPS
12" GPS with latest 2024 map&charts
Fishfinder
12" Garmin fishsinder & transducer
Refrigerator
Fridge/Icebox/Cooler for food&drinks
Ice Box
Cooler with ice & separate fish ice box
Rods, reels & tackle
All tackle/bait/gear on all trips provided
Lures
Large array of gear flashers/bait/spoons/hootchies
Catch cleaning & filleting
Clean/bag&ice catch. Smoking on request
Snacks
Bring whatever you like, drinks/snacks.
Drinks
bring whatever you like
Fishing License
Printed B.C.tidal licence$15 not included in price
Lunch
Lunch/drinks bring your own
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
All are welcome, kids young & old all are invited.
You Keep Catch
Clean/bag/ice/transp your catch. Smoking available
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch&Release anytime.
Catch and Release Mandatory
Catch&Release anytime
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express