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Chris Gearhart
02-27-2016, 12:19 PM
I am headed to the Keys in May and need help. I am looking for any advice on inshore fishing, flats/lagoon. I would appreciate guide suggestions as well as info on walk in flats or boat rental for DIY. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris
Bill Kiene semi-retired
02-27-2016, 02:44 PM
May is the top month for the big migration of adult Tarpon along the Florida Keys.
That said, it is really hard to get a top veteran skiff guide.
One of those top guides or a tackle shop might be able to direct you to one of their proteges.
http://www.floridakeysoutfitters.com/
Most use 9' #10 - 12 weight rods.
Large high quality reels with a good drag and 300 yards of 30# Dacron backing.
Floating lines on shallow flats.
Clear slow sinking full lines in water deeper that 8 to 10 feet?
*If you go with a guide I would just use their equipment.
**Lots of good videos on the Internet about fly fishing for Tarpon.
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