"Willi" wrote in message

How strong was the fish?

Stronger than a big Rio Grande carp?

The carp in the Rio went upstream through white water about 65-70 feet. I
could have handled it pretty easily on my 9 weight, but of course I was
using a 5. Once it got downstream of me it was pretty tough on the 5.

The Jack Crevalle was all the 9 could handle and although it was still
water, it took 3 really fast runs, each about 100 feet, and there was a fair
amount of wrestling in between. I'd say the Jack was about 1 pound lighter
and about 3 times stronger than the carp. You are going to feel it soon
enough in Belize. Even though it's not an "all fishing" trip, I'd take a
backup rod if I were you.

bruce h