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Suggested Tackle
Excel Trips
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2838 Garrison Street
San Diego, CA 92106
P: 619.223.7493
F: 619.223.1292 |
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Suggested Tackle for a 16 to 23 Day Trip
Click Below For Information on Gear and Tackle:
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| Personal Gear |
| The EXCEL has composed a list to help you pack for your trip. Remember this lis is just a guide line. Some passengers might consider it to much, other too little. Please call the EXCEL's office if you have any questions. 619.223.7493
Proof ofCitizenship - You Must Have A Passport! (No Exceptions)
Our permit to fish the Revillagigedo Islands stipulates that all passengers, and crew members, have a valid Passport. |
| Luggage- |
The Excel suggest duffle bag(s) or soft sided luggage. These are easier to store. |
| Apparel - |
Shirts and pants - at least 1 of each per day. Don't forget it gets WARM on these long trips, include shorts for comfort. Clothing made of quick drying fabric is advisable. |
| Sock and Under Wear - |
Socks 1 or 2 pair per day, especially if you fish in tennis shoes. Underwear do not forget to pack a sufficient amount. |
| Foot Wear- |
Short boots are best. They will keep your feet dry. Tennis shoes or other comfortable shoes for the travel days. If you choose to fish in tennis shoes, please bring a couple of pair. |
| Outer Gear- |
Even though the days are warm, the evenings can be cool and breezy. At least 1 jacket and 1 sweat shirt is recommended. A light rain suit should be packked. You will probably not need it, but if you do you will have it. |
| Sun Protection- |
Hat(s) preferably any wide brim hat or foreign legion/sunbuster style. some prefer baseball caps. Sun screen, don't forget it. Polarized sunglasses are a must. |
| Toiletries- |
Remember to pack all your shaving gear, shampoo, bath soap, tooth paste and towels. |
| Fishing and Deck Items- |
Cross cutting pliers (dykes), needle nose pliers and or duck bill pliers. Rod belt and harness - sit down style preferred. For smaller fish a regular rod belt is fine. There are many manufacturers to choose from. the encompass a wide range of sizes and prices. Check your local tackle store or Fisherman's Landing Tackle 619.221.8506. Rubber gloves and a hay hook. These will help you at the dock in handling your catch. |
| Misc Items - |
Books, if you are a reader. Board games, note book, pens, pencils, camera, film and batteries. The voltage in the cabins is 110, so you can recharge batteries for a camcorder or other rechargeable items. There is a video player in the lounge area. The EXCEL has a small library or tapes. Please bring some of your own if you would like to. |
| 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 |
RIG #1 Line Size 100#
Rod Size 6455XXH or 755XXH
Reel Size PENN 50SW, PENN 80ST
GRAFIGHTER
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RIG #5 Line Size 50#
Rod Size 6465H or 760L CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER
Reel Size PENN 30S, or SHIMANO TLD30 (Both 2 speed) |
RIG #2 Line Size 80# or 100#
Rod Size 6455XXH 6465XH or 760H
CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER
Reel Size PENN 50SW or PENN 50S
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RIG #6 Line Size 50#
Rod Size 670H, 6470, 6465H or 700H CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER
Reel Size PENN 4/0 Yellowtail Special (4:1 gear ratio),
NEWELL 533 (4:6 or 5.5 to 1 gear ratio), or
NEWELL 540 (4:6 or 5.5 to 1 gear ratio) |
RIG #3 Line Size 80#
Rod Size 6465XH, 6460XH, or 760M
CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER
Reel Size , PENN 50S or Penn 30SW or
SHIMANO TLD50 LRS |
RIG #7 Line Size 40#
Rod Size 655H or 670
Reel Size PENN 555, NEWELL 533, or NEWELL 540
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RIG #4 Line Size 60#
Rod Size 6465H, 6460H, OR 760M
CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER
Reel Size PENN 30S, PENN Formula 15 KG or SHIMANO
TLD30 (all 2 speed) |
RIG #8 Line Size 30#
Rod Size 670 or 870
Reel Size PENN 545, NEWELL 338, or SHIMANO 20/40
RIG 10# Line Size 15# or 20# |
(OPTIONAL)
Rod Size 270
Reel Size NEWELL 229 or DAIWA SL20
Preferred brands of Rods in order of quality and performance are:
CAL STAR, CAL STAR GRAFIGHTER, SEEKER an PENN.
Light weight Aluminum spools are recommended.
Preferred brand of line is BERKLEY TRILENE (clear or smoke or blue) |
There are several variations on model numbers and type of Rods and Reels. We've listed the rod and reel combinations we feel work best. Fishing methods are
constantly changing, so it is wise always to stay abreast of the latest in techniques and tackle. Consult your favorite saltwater tackle store, or give us a call as your trip approaches, for latest updates and information. |
| Terminal Tackle |
Hooks
Mustad 94150, Bronze
Finish Eagle Claw 118mags
Size: 2/0 24 Each
3/0 24 Each
4/0 24 Each
6/0 24 Each
9/0 24 Each |
Circle Hooks
Eagle Claw 2004 or 2005
Size: 6/0 24 Each
7/0 24 Each
" Other brands of circle hooks
are available. Like Owner and Mustad. The size recommendations on these hooks will vary substantially." |
Sinkers: Sliding 2oz, 4oz, 8oz 12 Each
Torpedo 4oz, 8oz, 12oz, 16oz 12 Each
Split Shot PSS-2 (good for albacore) |
Mackerel Catching Rigs 2 Each
SIBIKI four hook rigs
SQUID CATCHERS 2 Each , Standard size,
weighted glow in the dark is best ,however
white, red and green can all be productive. |
| Tackle Box Wood, plastic or soft-pack boxes to store your tackle |
Line: Trilene Big Game Line is available on board the EXCEL or at your favorite tackle Store |
Backing Material
We recommend that two speed reels for using 60 lb. test or greater, have spectra backing. (example) Penn Kg 10 or Shamano TLD 30 should have 500 yards of 80 lb. spectra and aprox. 100 yards of 60 lb. mono top shot. Or, Penn International 50 sw with 500 yards of 135 - 150 lb. spectra with aprox. 200 yard of 100 lb. mono top shot.
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Casting Lures 3 Each 6X Jr.
Heavy Chrome Single hook
3 Each Blue/White Treble hook
3 Each Scrambled Egg Treble hook
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Several brands can be used with outstanding results. Salas , Braid, Iron Man, 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 Fishermanís Landing Tackle Department, prior to your trip. They have current information and know
what is working. |
Trolling Lures:
Tuna Feathers
(Albacore size)
Zucchini 1 Each
Marauder or Braid Speedster
S/S Double Hooks 2 Each
WIRE 40# Seven Strand 1 Each
30ft spool(A-2 Sleeves)
60# Seven Strand 1 Each
30ft spool (A-2 Sleeves)
90# Seven Strand 1 Each
30ft spool (A-3 Sleeves)
275# Steven Strand 1 Each
30ft spool (A-7 Sleeves)
For heavier cable and mono use
double channel sleeves |
Wire Sleeves:
A-2 Seven Strand Sleeves 80 Each
A-3 Seven Strand Sleeves 50 Each
A-7 Seven Strand Sleeves 24 Each
1 pair Swagger tool (multi-purpose)
RINGS Heavy duty welded wire type
Size 5 24 Each
Size 7 24 Each
SWIVELS 2/0 and 4/0 McMahon
(Black) 24 Each |
| Terminal Tackle can be purchased onboard, at tackle store prices!
We Look Forward To The Opportunity To Welcome You Aboard!
Terminal Tackle CanN Be Purchased Onboard, At Tackle Store Prices!
We Look Forward To The Opportunity To
Welcome You Aboard The Excel Sportfisher! |
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