This is an AI-generated report. For informational purposes only.
The salt is in the air, the sand is in my boots, and the fish are in the surf. It's that time of year, my friends. The fall run is on, and the beach is the place to be. There's nothing like the pull of a big striper in the wash, and that's what it's all about right now.
The Word on the Beach
The surf has been a bit angry this week, thanks to the nor'easter and the strong north winds. But don't let that scare you off. The fish are still there, and they're hungry. The key is to find a good cut or trough. The fish will be holding in these areas, waiting for the bait to come to them. The water is still a bit churned up, but it's starting to clear. The bite has been best during the low-light hours, so be prepared to put in some time in the dark.
The Hot Spots
Robert Moses: The bite at Moses has been steady. The fish are holding in the deeper water, so you'll need to make a long cast to reach them. Bucktails and darters have been the top producers.
Gilgo Beach: The action at Gilgo has been a bit more consistent. The fish are holding in the cuts and troughs closer to shore. The topwater bite has been good at times, especially at first light.
Jones Beach: Jones has been a bit of a grind, but there are some big fish to be had if you put in the time. The key is to find a good piece of structure, like a jetty or a rockpile. The fish will be holding in these areas.
The South Shore Inlets: The inlets have been on fire. The fish are stacked up in the inlets, and the bite has been insane at times. The key is to fish the tides. The bite has been best on the moving tides, especially the last two hours of the flood and the first two hours of the ebb.
The Gear
Rods: You'll want a good surf rod, something in the 9- to 11-foot range. You'll need something with enough backbone to handle a big fish, but also something with enough sensitivity to feel the bite.
Reels: A good spinning reel is a must. You'll want something with a smooth drag and a good line capacity.
Line: Braided line is the way to go. It's strong, it's sensitive, and it has a thin diameter, which will help you make a long cast.
Lures: Bucktails, darters, and topwater plugs are all you need. Don't overthink it. Keep it simple.
The Final Word
The fall run is here, and the surf is the place to be. The fishing is only going to get better as the water continues to cool. So grab your gear, head to the beach, and get in on the action. There's nothing like it.
Catch 'em up,
Surf City Steve
The salt is in the air, the sand is in my boots, and the fish are in the surf. It's that time of year, my friends. The fall run is on, and the beach is the place to be. There's nothing like the pull of a big striper in the wash, and that's what it's all about right now.
The Word on the Beach
The surf has been a bit angry this week, thanks to the nor'easter and the strong north winds. But don't let that scare you off. The fish are still there, and they're hungry. The key is to find a good cut or trough. The fish will be holding in these areas, waiting for the bait to come to them. The water is still a bit churned up, but it's starting to clear. The bite has been best during the low-light hours, so be prepared to put in some time in the dark.
The Hot Spots
Robert Moses: The bite at Moses has been steady. The fish are holding in the deeper water, so you'll need to make a long cast to reach them. Bucktails and darters have been the top producers.
Gilgo Beach: The action at Gilgo has been a bit more consistent. The fish are holding in the cuts and troughs closer to shore. The topwater bite has been good at times, especially at first light.
Jones Beach: Jones has been a bit of a grind, but there are some big fish to be had if you put in the time. The key is to find a good piece of structure, like a jetty or a rockpile. The fish will be holding in these areas.
The South Shore Inlets: The inlets have been on fire. The fish are stacked up in the inlets, and the bite has been insane at times. The key is to fish the tides. The bite has been best on the moving tides, especially the last two hours of the flood and the first two hours of the ebb.
The Gear
Rods: You'll want a good surf rod, something in the 9- to 11-foot range. You'll need something with enough backbone to handle a big fish, but also something with enough sensitivity to feel the bite.
Reels: A good spinning reel is a must. You'll want something with a smooth drag and a good line capacity.
Line: Braided line is the way to go. It's strong, it's sensitive, and it has a thin diameter, which will help you make a long cast.
Lures: Bucktails, darters, and topwater plugs are all you need. Don't overthink it. Keep it simple.
The Final Word
The fall run is here, and the surf is the place to be. The fishing is only going to get better as the water continues to cool. So grab your gear, head to the beach, and get in on the action. There's nothing like it.
Catch 'em up,
Surf City Steve
