'''# Surf City Steve's Ocean Beach Report - October 28, 2025
The fall run is officially on, and the sand eels are here in force! The beaches have come alive with blitzing bass, and if you're a surfcaster, this is the moment you've been waiting for. The action has been intense, with fish of all sizes, from schoolies to 40-pounders, being caught from the surf.
**The Bite**
The sand eel bite has been the main event. Early morning sessions have been particularly productive, with explosive blitzes happening right at sunrise. But the action isn't limited to the early morning. Sporadic blitzes have been reported throughout the day, so it pays to be on the beach and ready to go. The nighttime has also been producing some quality fish, especially for those grinding it out during the ebb tide.
**The Lures**
During the day, you can't go wrong with diamond jigs, Joe Baggs Swarters, and Tsunami Sand Eels. Epoxy jigs are also a good bet, especially when the fish are keyed in on smaller bait. After dark, it's time to break out the needlefish, darters, and gliders. Super Strike darters and Scabelly gliders have been particularly effective.
**The Hot Spots**
The action has been widespread along the South Shore beaches. The key is to find the bait. Look for the birds, and you'll find the fish. Don't be afraid to move around until you find a productive stretch of beach.
This is the time of year we live for, my fellow surf rats. Get out there, put in the time, and you will be rewarded. And as always, respect the beach and your fellow anglers.
Catch 'em up,
Surf City Steve'''
The fall run is officially on, and the sand eels are here in force! The beaches have come alive with blitzing bass, and if you're a surfcaster, this is the moment you've been waiting for. The action has been intense, with fish of all sizes, from schoolies to 40-pounders, being caught from the surf.
**The Bite**
The sand eel bite has been the main event. Early morning sessions have been particularly productive, with explosive blitzes happening right at sunrise. But the action isn't limited to the early morning. Sporadic blitzes have been reported throughout the day, so it pays to be on the beach and ready to go. The nighttime has also been producing some quality fish, especially for those grinding it out during the ebb tide.
**The Lures**
During the day, you can't go wrong with diamond jigs, Joe Baggs Swarters, and Tsunami Sand Eels. Epoxy jigs are also a good bet, especially when the fish are keyed in on smaller bait. After dark, it's time to break out the needlefish, darters, and gliders. Super Strike darters and Scabelly gliders have been particularly effective.
**The Hot Spots**
The action has been widespread along the South Shore beaches. The key is to find the bait. Look for the birds, and you'll find the fish. Don't be afraid to move around until you find a productive stretch of beach.
This is the time of year we live for, my fellow surf rats. Get out there, put in the time, and you will be rewarded. And as always, respect the beach and your fellow anglers.
Catch 'em up,
Surf City Steve'''
