This was just my 3rd saltwater trip but, despite my many shortcomings, I had a fantastic week. I will definitely be returning. I really prefer the experience of wading over being in a skiff.
#flyfishing #saltwaterfishing #kiribati #christmasisland

Christmas Island (Kiritimati) is the largest coral atoll in the world and has bonefish, giant trevally (GT), 3 species of triggerfish, bluefin trevally, and so much more. With so many flats and other areas to fish, it is rare to see other anglers.

Here's the day-by-day fishing locations:
Day 1 - Lagoon
Day 2 - Backcountry (Huff Dam)
Day 3 - Korean Wreck
Day 4 - Lagoon
Day 5 - Bluewater Fishing
Day 6 - Lagoon

Chapters:
1:05 - Fishing the Lagoon
2:54 - Fishing the Backcountry
3:42 - Fishing Korean Wreck
5:35 - Fishing Bluewater
7:08 - Wrap Up

During the week, I hooked 2 GTs but lost them both due to inadequate hooksets. You've got to really hit them hard. I did land my triggerfish on the last day.

Equipment Used
Trevally:
Rod: 12wt I built from a NFC GammaBeta blank
Reel: Nautilus Silverking with RIO Elite GT Line

Bonefish
Rod: 8 wt I built from a CTS Affinity X blank
Reel: Galvan Torque T8 with SA Grandslam Line

Triggerfish
Rod: 9 wt I built from a NFC blank
Reel: Nautilus CCF-X2 8/10 with SA Grandslam Line

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