Suggested Tackle List
10 TO 17 DAY TRIP
Southern Banks, Hurricane Bank, Revillagigedos Islands
Some trips may fly back from Cabo

 

· PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP - YOU MUST HAVE A PASSPORT! Our permit to fish the Revillagigedo Islands stipulates that all passengers, and crew members, have a valid Passport.

PERSONAL GEAR

· DUFFEL BAGS - Considered best for storage, and for dirty laundry.

· CLOTHING - 

PANTS - Bring a change for each day. Light material is best. 
SHIRTS - You may need 1 or 2 each day. If you’re sun sensitive long sleeves are in order. Light fabric for quick drying and coolness in warm weather. Sweatshirts are handy for nights and cool weather. 
SOCKS - Yes! The more the better. At least a pair for each day. 
SHORTS - For those hot sultry summer days. 
UNDIES - Don’t forget them! 
JACKET - For those cool fishing nights and cooler weather. 
SNEAKERS - Bring 2 pair so you’ll always have a dry spare. 

· RUBBER BOOTS - One pair of short, comfortable boots.

· HAT - Wide brim, baseball caps, foreign legion. Think Sun Protection.

· LIGHT RAIN GEAR - Very seldom used, but appreciated when it rains. (Very Important)

· SUN GLASSES - Polarized to cut the glare. Security straps will prevent loss over the side.

· TOILETRIES - Bath towels, shampoo, soap, razor, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. Sunscreen (water proof and broad spectrum type)

· TOOLS - Dykes (cross cutting pliers), duck bill pliers, holder and belt, hook sharpener.

· ROD BELTS - A personal choice as to what is most comfortable for you. Brands: Ripoff’s, Tanaguchi, Braid, Smitty. There are several sizes and a wide price range. (Available for rent at Fisherman’s Landing)

· HARNESS - Should be the kidney belt or sit down type (optional), we will teach you how to use the rail.

· RUBBER GLOVES - For handling your catch at the end of trip.

· CAMERA & FILM - Make sure you have a supply of film and batteries. Cordless video recorders are also welcome.

· ENTERTAINMENT - Use the travel time to catch up on that favorite book. We have a great selection of DVD's, but you’re more than welcome to bring one or two to share.

· WRITING MATERIAL - Notebook, stationary, pens and pencils for making notes on what to bring next trip (and what to leave behind.) Keep a daily journal of the action - it will add to your photos.

· SEA SICK MEDICATION & REMEDIES - Check with your Physician for preferred method of prevention (Transderm patches are back! These appear to be highly successful.) There are several over-the-counter products that are very effective. Your local Pharmacist would be another excellent source for recommendations.

Rods & Reels

There are several variations on model numbers on Rods and Reels. We’ve listed the model #’s that we feel work best. Some of the preferred rods are Calstar, Seeker, & G Loomis, as well as other quality rods. The reel sizes listed above are Penn sizes. Our preference on reels is Penn, Shimano, Tiburon, Accurate, Avet. Fishing methods are constantly changing, so the wise angler always stays abreast of the latest in techniques and tackle. Consult your favorite California saltwater Tackle Store, or give us a call as your trip approaches, for latest updates and information.

 

RIG #1 

Line Size100# - 130# 
Rod Size6465XXH, 6463XXXH 
Reel SizePENN 50SW, PENN 50S, or SHIMANO TL50W LRS,
                     ACCURATE ATD 50, or 50 AVET 2-speed

 

RIG #2 

Line Size80# - 100# 
Rod Size6465XH, 6463XXXH  
Reel SizePENN 50SW or PENN 50S SHIMANO TL50W LRS,
                     ACCURATE ATD 50, or 50 AVET 2-speed

 

RIG #3 

Line Size80# 
Rod Size6465XH, 6460XH, 760M, 6463XXH  
Reel SizePENN 50SW, PENN 50S or SHIMANO TLD50 LRS
                     ACCURATE ATD 30, or AVET 30 

 

RIG #4 

Line Size60# 
Rod Size6465H, 6460H, OR 760M  
Reel SizePENN 30S, Accurate ATD 12 or SHIMANO TLD30
                     (all 2speeds) 

 

RIG #5 

Line Size50# 
Rod Size6460H, 6465H, 765ML 
Reel SizePENN 20T, SHIMANO TLD20 or Accurate Boss 665
                     (all 2 speeds) 

 

RIG #6 

Line Size50# 
Rod Size670H, 6470, 6465H or 700H  
Reel SizeAccurate Boss B-2 665N, Shimano Trinidad 40,
                     or PENN 4/0 Yellowtail Special (4:1 gear ratio)

 

RIG #7 

Line Size40# 
Rod Size655H,670, 700H 
Reel SizePENN 4/0, Accurate B-2 870, SHIMANO TRINIDAD 20
                     NEWELL 533, or NEWELL 540 

 

RIG #8 

Line Size30# 
Rod Size670, 870, 700M 
Reel SizeAccurate Boss 870, NEWELL 338, PENN 555
                     or SHIMANO 20/40 

FISHING LINE
With the advent of spectra backing and all the different variations of connections the necessity of bringing your own monofiliment is no longer a requirement. All of the major line manufactures provide our customers with a high quality product; please feel free to bring your own line if you wish, 30, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 & a leader wheel of 130 LB. is recommended. Because of the nature of shorter top-shots alot of our passengers find it more convient to use the boats monofiliment. We use Izorline for top-shots, and reel fills on the American Angler.

Our crew is very knowledgeable on all the latest techiques for connecting mono to hollow spectra, they will be more than happy to change out your mono topshots. We recommend 40 - 50 yard topshot of mono; we use the Sato crimp system & Swifty glue on the spectra to mono connection.

HOOKS
Mustad 94150, Bronze Finish;Size= 2/0, 4/0, 6/0   Quantity= 24 of each
Mustad 7691 Big Game; Size= 8/0, 10/0 & 12/0 (for squid) Quantity= 3 of each
Owner Gorilla; Size= 4/0 & 6/0; Quantity= 10 of each

CIRCLE HOOKS
Eagle Claw 2004 or 2005; Size= 6/0, 8/0 & 9/0; Qunatity= 10
Super Mutu; Size= 6/0; Quantity= 10

SINKERS
Torpedo; 4oz, 8oz, 12oz, 16 oz (6 Each)

MACKEREL CATCHING RIGS 6 Each - Owner Octopus 4 Hook - Model #5525-075

SQUID CATCHERS 2 Each - Mid or Large size (May come in handy)

LEADER & BACKING MATERIAL
Seaguar Flourcarbon (somtimes helps in a pickey bite)
1 leader wheel (30 ft) of 130 lb. - Izorline, Maxima or Big Game
All reels for big Tuna (100+ lbs) should be equipped with at least ¾ spool of 80 lb Spectra backing, or 135 lb Spectra backing.

CASTING LURES  3 each6X Jr. Heavy (Chrome)Single hook 
3 eachBlue/WhiteTreble hook 
3 eachDoradoTreble hook 
3 eachScrambled EggTreble hook 
3 each7X liteTreble hook 

Several brands can be used with outstanding results. Salas , Iron Man, Raider, Catchy Tackle, Burns Bombs, Tady and Hopkins are our favorites. For Tuna and Wahoo, single hooks are a must. Trebles are fine for other fish such as Yellowtail. When deciding on lures, it is sometimes best to wait and consult the personnel at Point Loma Sportfishing Tackle Department, prior to your trip. They have current information and know what’s working. 

 
TROLLING LURES  Zuker or Seventrand Clones (Albacore size)
Zucchini1 each 
Marauder or Flash Dancer (Single hook with wire harness)2 each 
S/S Double Hooks2 each 
 
WIRE  40# Seven Strand1 each 30 ft. spools(A-2 Sleeves) 
60# Seven Strand1 each 30 ft. spools(A-2 Sleeves) 
90# Seven Strand1 each 30 ft. spools(A-3 Sleeves) 
275# Seven Strand1 each 30 ft. spools(A-7 Sleeves) 
No Mono-coated wire! 
 
WIRE SLEEVES  A-2Seven Strand50 each 
A-3Seven Strand50 each 
A-7Seven Strand24 each 
1 pair Swagger tool (multi-purpose) 
 
RINGS  Heavy-duty welded wire typeSize 524 each 
Size 724 each 
 
SWIVELS  4/0 McMahon (Black)12
TACLE BOXWood, plastic or soft-pacs to store your tackle

 

 

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