Better chances for permit fishing comes throughout the months of May to August when you will be able
to find small schools in flats. We mainly encounter permits from 6 to 12 lbs average, yet, anything is written and on one lucky day you can fish bigger ones.
The answers to the most frequently asked questions and
recommendations about your fly fishing or spinning gear are listed below.
Fly fishing:
Rods: 9’ four pieces fast action rods from 8 wt to 10 wt.
Lines: WF floating lines, reel with 200 yards of 20 lb. Backing.
Leader: 9’ to 12’ long leader, 12 to 16 lb test.
Flies: Rag head, velcro crab, mantis shrimp, veverka, and
merkin.
Colors: Tan, light brown, light pink, white, and olive.
Spinning:
Rods: Light spinning rods of 6’ 6" to 8’ length, medium action.
Lines: 12 to 16 lb test, mono, brided, or fluoro.
Leader: 12 to 16 lb test, mono, or fluoro.
Lures: Softbaits, poppers, and swimbaits.
Colors: Tan, light brown, light pink, white, and olive.