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A comprehensive guide to the fish--& to the tackle, flies, skills & techniques.Media
Specs:
| Color | One Color |
| Height | 9.25 Inches |
| Length | 7.5 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | April 2008 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 0.18077905484 Pounds |
| Width | 0.813 Inches |
Is your trip centered around fishing? Or are you there for other reasons? I ask because if you are there for other reasons, I would suggest hiring a guide to take you out for a day to increase your chances.
Your line should be a weight-forward, floating, salt water fly line. Make sure it is clean (so it shoots through the eyes better). Have plenty of backing on your reel as well. There are leaders made specifically for bonefish with a stronger butt-section to turn over the flies. I'd suggest having a few of these and some extra fluorocarbon to add to your tippet throughout the day. 9 foot, 10-12 lb leaders will work well on windy days. Longer leaders can be used for calm days.
Bonefish can be difficult to spot, so a good pair of polarized glasses is a must. They spook easily and can run in large groups. If you have the time to read up on them, I'd suggest this book.
If you really want to test your equipment, try to catch a permit while you're there (hell, go for the "grand slam" and catch a bone, permit and tarpon in the same day!).
Flies.