What to Bring
“Bone fishing is a unique experience that requires Anglers to have a particular set of equipment. Do you own what you’ll need in order to have a fun and safe day out on the boat? Go to the Gear List below and click through what I suggest you bring:”
Gear List
Clothing
Waterproof Jacket
protection from the odd rain shower and water spray while running in the boat at high speeds
Long Sleeved Fishing Shirt
sun & insect protection
Long Pants
sun & insect protection
Rubber Soled Shoes and/or Salt Water Wading Boots
for use in the boat
Sun Glasses – Polarized
brown or amber lenses (avoid grey or green lenses)
Hat
with long peak and sun cape to shade face, neck and ears
Buff
for sun protection
Sunscreen
to protect any exposed skin (minimum SPF 60)”
RODS
Bonefish
8 or 9 Weight Fly Rod
Barracuda, Tarpon, Shark
9 or 10 Weight Fly Rod. For Barracuda you may also use a Spin Rod
Tip:
For ease of travel consider bringing a 4-piece rod. Most airlines will accept as carry on luggage.
REELS
Bonefish
saltwater with adjustable drag and a capacity of at least 150 yards of 20 lbs test backing
Tarpon, Barracuda, Shark
saltwater with adjustable drag and a capacity of at least 200 yards of 30 lbs test backing
Tip:
Remember to wash rods, reels and lines with fresh water after each day of fishing.
LINES
Bonefish
I suggest one weight heavier than the rod (ie. 9 weight line for 8 weight rod).
Barracuda, Tarpon, Shark
match the weight of the line to the rod.
Tip:
remember to wash reels and lines with fresh water after each day of fishing.
LEADERS
Bonefish
12 to 16 lbs: 9 feet to 12 feet long
Barracuda, Tarpon, Shark
25 to 30 lbs: 9 feet to 12 feet long
TIPPET
Bonefish
12 to 16 lbs
Tarpon
25 lbs
Barracuda, Shark
25 to 30 lbs: wire
HOOKS, FLYS & LURES
Bonefish
Size 2 & 4 (stainless steel hook); Gotcha – Tan, Crazy Charlie, Clouser – Green & White with beaded & lead eyes
Barracuda
Size 2 & 4 (stainless steel hook with needlefish fly); Green tube lure (if using a spin rod)
Tarpon
Size 2 & 4 (stainless steel hook); Cockroach
Shark
Porpoise lure
ACCESSORIES
Nippers
for cutting leaders
Hook Sharpener
for keeping those hooks sharp
Waterproof Boat Bag
to keep everything dry
Camera with Extra Batteries & Lens Cleaner
to capture your amazing experience!
Contact
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Phone Number
+1 242 451 3510
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Location
Moxey Town, Mangrove Cay, Andros Island, Bahamas