3-6 Day Gear Recommendations

The Intrepid carries a wide variety of tackle on baord. You do not need to go overboard on the trip as these are recommendations only.

Outfit #1
            Line:  30lb
            Rod:  Seeker 670
            Reel:  Newell 338 or Avet JX 6/3

Outfit #2
            Line:  40lb
            Rod:  Seeker 6470
            Reel:  Newell 533 or Avet LX 6/3

Outfit #3
            Line:  50lb
            Rod:  Seeker 6470H 
            Reel:  Avet LX 6/3

Outfit #4
            Line:  60lb
            Rod:  Seeker 6465XH
            Reel:  Avet HX

Outfit #5
            Line:  80lb
            Rod:  Seeker 63XXH
            Reel:  Avet 50

*Optional - There are several models of rods and reels to choose from, we urge you to use what is best for you.  This list is a basic guideline for what to bring aboard Intrepid.  To forgo the expensive cost of outfitting for a trip, onboard we have Seeker Rods and Avet reels for you to use as loaners.  You pay $10.00 for the line fill up.  Please contact Intrepid Office in the event you need to use the loaner gear.

Terminal Tackle: 3-6 days

Hooks:
Mustad 94150 Bronze finish
Sizes: 2/0, 4/0, 6/0, 9/0

Owner Gorilla 
Sizes: 3/0, 4/0

Circle Hooks:
Owner Super Mutu
Sizes: 2/0 and 4/0

Casting Lures:
Salas 6X, 6X Jr., 7X 
Tady 45
An assortment of surface and yo-yo jigs in all the usual colors.  Ask the crew as to what is working, they know best.

Bait Catchers:
Owner Octopus 4 hooks - Model #5525-075

Line:
30lb, 40lb, and 50lb as they are most commonly used.