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.