This is a good general list of equipment and lures you will need for spin fishing in Central Belize. Our lure list is a compilation of favorites from all our BRL guides. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
| BONEFISH | PERMIT | SNOOK & TARPON (S-M) | TARPON | |
| LINES lbs: | 10 | 15 | 12 – 17 | 20 – 25 |
| Rod: | 6 – 7′(lt) | 6 – 7′(med) | 6 – 7′(med) | 7′(med-hvy) |
| REEL: | 150 yds | 250 yds | 150 yds | 175 yds |
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CUDA LEADERS: 18″ to 24″ wire, 30 to 50 lb test
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MONO LEADERS: clear 10 yard coils in test 60#, 80# or 100#
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Suggested Lures: Below are Mike’s Lure recommendations, feel free to add or subtract depending on what you would like to fish for & what is available. Below is a per skiff (2 anglers) recommendation for a 6 night/5 day package.
| Bonefish | Lure | Size | Color |
| 3 each | Bachbone Jigs | 1/8 oz; 1/4 oz | Pink & Brown |
| 3 each | Phillip Wiggle Jig | 1/8 0z; 1/4 oz | Pink & Brown |
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| Tarpon | Lure | Size | Color |
| 4 each | Mirrolure | 52m, 65m | Red/White |
| 2 each | Heddon | Zara Spook | Red/White |
| 2 each | Rapala | CD-11 Sink | Red/White |
| 2 each | Ralapa | CD-11 Sink | Orange |
| 2 each | Bill Lewis | Rat-L-Trap; 3/4 oz sink |
Gold & Black Back |
| Snook/Tarpon | Lure | Size | Color |
| 3 each | Bomber | B07 Aft | Fire Tiger |
| 2 each | Rebel | 3″ Pro Pop R’s | Green Perch |
| 2 each | Excaliber | Super Pop R | Any |
| 6 each | Slug-Go | 6″ w/off set hooks; 3/0,5/0 |
Rainbow Trout |
| 4 Bags | Storm Wild Eyed Jigs | 4″ | Any fishy color |
| 2 each | Yo-Zuri | 4 1/4″ Crystal Minnow |
Red/White |
| 2 each | Yo-Zuri | 4 1/4″ Crystal Minnow |
Blue Mackerel |
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| Barracuda | Lure | Size | Color |
| 3 each | Tube Lures | Tandem Hooked | Green, Pink |
We have in stock a small selection of special flies & Lures that work well here at BRL.





