Fly Fishing Mexico -Rio Lagartos

Rio Lagartos
The Tackle & Gear

Tackle

Tarpon

8 -10-12 weight rod If I had to bring one rod it would be a 10 weight, my second rod would be an eight weight and if I were coming during the spring or summer, I would bring a 12 weight as well.
Floating tropical line and clear intermediate line
if I were to bring only one line it would be a floating tarpon line ( a tarpon llin eusually has a taper that will help turnover bulky flies) My second line would be a clear intermediate sink tip.
Disc drag reel with 200 yards of backing - 30 pound backing is wise
9-12 ft leaders with 15-20 lb. class tippet with a flourocarbon 60- 80lb shock tippet

THE FLY BOX

Type	Colors	Size	Qty
Cockroach		1/0-3/0	12
Whistler	white/red, yellow/red, grizz/red	4-6-8	18
Purple Demon		1/0-3/0	12
Tarpon Bunny	Olive, white, black	1/0-3/0	12
Good for Nothing		1/0-3/0	12
Yellow Mad dog		1/0-3/0	6
Black Death		1/0-3/0	6
Layup tarpon fly	brw,chatr,yell,	1/0	12
Custom Ties	See photos below	2/0-2-6	12

Gear

The following is a list of gear that we recommend. It's short cause the weather is so nice! Your biggest concern should be protecting yourself from the sun. Fishing gear recommendations are on found above.

Sunscreens SPF 15, 30, Zinc Oxide Sunblock for lips and nose
Hat with brim and neck guard (or sunhat for non anglers)
Long sleeve shirt and pants for fishing, white socks ( tops of feet get burned in the boats)
Sunglasses (polarized of course)
Wading boots
Bathing suits
T-shirts
Shorts
Underwear
Sandals
Boat and walking shoes
Beach towels and blanket
Rain jacket (an occasional cold squall will roll though!)
Bug repellent (not often needed but important if you do)
Passport or birth certificate and picture ID
Camera & film
Reading & writing materials
Snorkel equipment (we have some if you don't)
Some cash(nearest cash machine is 3 hours away!) to tip guides
fishing tackle and equipment
lightweight sleeping bag(for camping adventures only)
flashlight

Equipment and Gear Buying Guide

Rods:

Always buy 4 or 5 piece rods - they are so much easier to pack and the technology in making ferrules means you cant' feel the joints anymore. Whether it is the latest and greatest evolution of graphite or technology that is 5- 10 years old, modern rods are a pleasure to cast. Orvis Rod Selector - TLS Rod Purchase

REELS:

I use large arbor reels for saltwater and fresh water. The retreival rate is awesome and it helps the drag maintain a consistent pressure while a fish is running. ( The diameter doesn't change much as you lose line as it does on a standard arbor) There are some wonderful reels out there but the Mach Large Arbor is a great value, it is light, it is pretty, it is smooth and it doesn't cost a fortune!
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FLY LINES:

The Orvis company makes a nice line for bonefish, tarpon and permit.The wonderline in 8 weight will serve you well.

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LEADERS:

I prefer to use flourocarbon leaders for most of my saltwater fishing as they have more abrasion resistance than standard monofilament. I also prefer Flourocarbon tippets for fresh and saltwater applications for it's invisible nature.

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BUY YOUR FLYS ONLINE:

Orvis has some good fly selections for this trip get 1, Bahamas selection, 2 Christmas Island selections, 2 Belize Selections and then add a few of your favorites.
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CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES:

Men's Shirts - Men's Pants - Men's Outwear - Technical Fleece - Hats - Women's Gear - Insect Repellent Clothing - Waders - Accessories - Vests and Packs - Flies

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