PACKING LIST
Packing list
Recommended Rods for Ponoi river - 11.6 and 15 feet double handed rods for line 7 to 10.
Single handed rods 9.6 feet for line 6 - 8.
Quality reel for double handed rods must contain minimum 150 meters of 20 lbs.backing. Quality single handed reel must contain minimum 100 meters of backing.
Lines: Floating - Intermediate and some sink tips. Bring some fast sinking lines if you are fishing early season.
Plenty of leaders: 12 - 14 - 16 - 18 - 20 - 24 - 30 lbs braking strenght.
Fly line cleaner ( for longer cast )
Gore - tex waders.
Wading shoes.
Accessories
tape measure.
Leader material 12 lb. Up to 30 lb.
Dry fly flotant.
Clippers.
Repair kit for Waders.
Some sinking tip for extreme situations.
Pliers.
Wading stick.
Pocket torch with fresh batteries.
Kamera and video etc. With fresh batteries .
Bag or backpack for daily equipment
Mosquito repellant.
Sun glasses.
Clothes and other items - The weather is very unpredictable and it can change dramatically within very short time so it will be very sensible to bring both something that will keep you warm and dry in rainy and windy day and on the other hand something that is more comfortable when the sun is dancing for 20 odd hours a day. The following list may inspire:
Fleece trousers and jacket Warm socks.
Fleece gloves Hat and scarf.
Waterproof fishing jacket Waders (breathable).
Fishing shirts and vest Cap.
Sneakers or short boots (boat fishing in hot weather).
It is also advisable to bring: Ear plugs for helicopter flights, snoring tent partner and screaming reels.
A couple of big plastic bags for wet clothes and booths when leaving.
Personal medicine and painkillers.
Cash in USD for bar, gratuities etc.
Usual temperatures.
May: Day temp. Minus 5 C. to Plus 15 C. Night temp. Minus 10 C. to Plus 10 C.
June: Day temp. 0 C. to Plus 25 Night temp. Minus 3 C. to Plus 15 C.
July: Day temp. Plus 10 C. to Plus 28 C. Night temp. Plus 5 C. to Plus 15 C.
If you want to know more about what to bring please read - Article
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