Quest
SportFishing has provided a list below to help you
pack for your trip. Remember this list is just a
guide line. Some passengers might consider it to
much, other too little. Please call the Quest Sportfishing Charters office (619) 221-8500 if
you have any questions.
Photo
Identification is Required!
(No Exceptions)
Luggage-
The Quest Sportfishing Charters suggests
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
Wear-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 (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 Quest Sportfishing Charters has a small library or tapes
feel free to 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 source for recommendations.
| Rods & Reels |
RIG
#1 Line Size 80#
Rod Size 6455XXH or 6455XH With
Roller guides
Reel Size PENN 6/0 or PENN 50
International |
RIG
#2 Line Size 60#
Rod Size 6465H or 760M Cal Star
Grafighter
Reel Size PENN 30T, PENN formula 15
KG or Shimano
TLD30 (all 2 speed) |
RIG
#3 Line Size 50#
Rod Size 6460H, 6455H or BT50
Cal Star
Reel Size PENN 4/0 Yellowtail
Special, or PENN formula 10 KG |
RIG
#4 Line Size 30#
Rod Size 670H or 865XH
Reel Size PENN 500, Diawa SL30,
Newell 338 or Accurate 500 |
RIG
#5 Line Size 25#
Rod Size 870 or 970
Reel Size PENN 500, Daiwa SL205H
or Newell 229 |
Preferred
brands of Rods in order of quality and performance
are: Cal Star Grafighter, Cal Star, Seeker OR
Penn. Light weight Aluminum spools.
Preferred brand of line is BERKLEY TRILENE (Blue
or Clear.)
There are several variations on types of Rods
and Reels. Weíve listed the combinations
that we feel work best. Your favorite saltwater
tackle store can assist you in comparable products
if you wish. If you are from out of the state
of California, call us and we will recommend
a tackle store to you.
Fisherman's
Landing has an excellent line
of tackle and does custom rod building. They
may be reached at (619)221-8506.
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| Terminal
Tackle |
Hooks
Mustad 94150, Bronze
Finish Eagle Claw 118mags
Size: 1/0 Quantity: 24 Each 1/0
24 Each 2/0
24 Each 3/0
24 Each 4/0
24 Each 6/0
24 Each 9/0 |
Eagle
Claw 2004 or 2005 Circle Hooks
for larger Bluefin offshore &
Guadalupe yellow fin.
24 Each 5/0
24 Each 6/0
24 Each 7/0
"Other brands of circle hooks are available. Like Mustad and Owner Mutu.
Recommended sizes in other brands will vary substantially."
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Mackerel
Catching Rigs 2 Each
SIBIKI four hook rigs
LINE -
Trilene Big Game line is availble on board
the Quest Sportfishing Charters or at your
favoirte tackle store.
Sinkers
Sliding 2oz, 4oz, 8oz 12 Each
Torpedo 4oz, 6oz, 8oz, 12oz 12 Each
Split Shot PSS-2 (good for Albacore) 1 Bag
Casting
Lures: 2 Each 6X Jr.
Heavy chrome
2 Each blue / white
2 Each green / yellow
Several different brands may be used with outstanding
results - Salas, Braid, Tady, Iron Man are our
favorites. When deciding on lures, it is sometimes
advisable to wait and consult the personal at
Fishermanís Landing tackle store prior
to your departure.
Trolling: Tuna
Feathers
Mexican Flag 1 Each
Zucchini 1 Each
S/S Double Hooks 2 Each
Trolling
Lures:
Ten Pins - Lil Speedys - Rappala
Bass
Lures: A selection of:
Fish Traps or worm king , Leadheads, Terminal
tackle can be purchased onboard, at tackle store
prices!
We
look foward to the opportunity to welcome you
aboard!
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