Chris Speed
Captain

Chris Speed

West Vancouver, Canada
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
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.

Charter

Rating

4.9
106 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (106)

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  • Colin Berger
    Colin Berger
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Honest captain, Vancouver Fishing

    7HR/2PERSON SALMON CHARTER2 adults

    Had a great trip with captain Speed. Beautiful scenery the entire time. Snow capped mountains, great seas, good company, and some good fishing. Pricing was considerably less than Vancouver city pricing verus guides around Granville Island, but a short 15 or so minute drive north. Captain Speed knew the area, put us on the fish, views of the area were beyond beautiful, worked hard the entire time, and was good company. But most importantly, he was an honest business owner and fisherman. I had over booked our trip last minute and he was quick to point out it might not be what I expected, and talked himself out of a few hours of fishing. His honesty alone made us stay the whole day. If you are looking for a great fishing experience, magnificent views, and an honest captain to steer you right on a Vancouver area fisging trip, call Captain Speed.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Colin this was a great day thank you. Next time up from Kansas please call & we will fish again. Thankyou Captain Chris Speed.

  • Colin Green
    Colin Green
    ca
    British Columbia, Canada
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    A great day out on the water

    Half Day/5Hours 2people2 adults

    Chris was very experienced and knowledgeable. He knew how to fish the area and didn’t waste a minute getting the gear out. He worked very hard to find the right lures and bait and successfully enabled us to catch Chinook and Coho. Can’t wait to go fishing again, with captain Chris.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Colin pleasurd having hiunout today. A great day!🎣 Captain Chris Speed

  • John Yach
    John Yach
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Just Book It!

    Half Day/5Hours 1person2 adults

    Simple as that. Chris is a flawless technician of the art. it is obvious that his skills and instincts are ingrained after so many years on the water, but he still displays raw excitment on the hook-up. An unbeatable combo. We were able to fish within ten minutes of the marina, followed the bait and had at least ten solid strikes. Landed a 15 pound winter Chinook, a 7 pound wild coho and several smaller chinooks. Lost another real nice Chinook right at the boat. Between hits, Chris shared his extensive knowledge and passion of the sport. During a short lull in the action, Chris sensed a change of presentation was required. We couldn’t get the second rod set up before we had a fish on the first! Ad an experienced and travelled angler, I say again, Just Book It!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    John a plessure meeting & fishing with you. See you next time in. Thank you Captain Chris Speed.

  • Jason Ruprecht
    Jason Ruprecht
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    would recommend and would do again.

    Half Day/5Hours 1person1 adult

    fantastic experiance , Chris knows his way around and put me on the fish. it was everything id looked forward to and more. i couldve stayed out all day. 10/10 would recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
  • Loewen Schmidt
    Loewen Schmidt
    ca
    Fox Creek, AB, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water with Chris Speed

    Half Day/5Hours 4people4 adults

    We had a half day with four and landed a nice keeper coho in the first half hour. We landed about four more nice ones that we had to release and two more keepers. Also got a couple small chinook that were reeased. Overall beautiul weather and a great day with a super captain. i would recommend this trip to anyone.

    Response from Captain

    A great day. Thanks to all of you, a productive day! Enjoy the Coho. Thanks Captain Chris Speed🎣👍

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    A great day out on the water
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    great trip
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    Great day on the water with Chris Speed
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    Loewen S.
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    Great Trip!!
    John J.
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    Fishing with Chris
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    Chad W.
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    Change of Speed
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
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    Great Experience
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    Egemen A.
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    Great trip with a great captain!
    Mallory E.
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    Colin B.

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