Most, if not all of these baits can be purchased from your local bait and tackle shop, not to mention the people at the shop have the knowledge to show you how to rig it and use the baits.

Intimidated by getting into surf fishing? Learn about these basics tactics and rigs and you’ll conquer the waves in no time.

So, what do you throw? In terms of lures, striper fishing is no different than any other kind of fishing: There’s an overwhelming number of options in tackle shops, and new baits seem to pop up all ...

The best surf fishing reels hold up to any saltwater angling situation. Our expert narrowed down his favorite reels, from spinning to conventional, from Penn, Shimano, and more.

1. Beach-Bum Tackle The surf sharks of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast average 3 to 6 feet long and top out at around 100 pounds, making them the perfect size for the same tackle used to throw bait ...