There is nothing worse than an equipment failure when fighting a trophy fish! We use only the finest gear on the market. What we provide to you, is the same gear we use personally when fishing. Of course anglers are welcome to bring their own rods and reels if you would like. Please just inform the Captain so that room can be accommodated. We strongly suggest taking the recommendation of the Captain on lures/flies however. The Captains are on the water daily and have experience in what has the best results for a given application.