This is the bonus on top of the usual thousands of schoolies coursing the channels, bars and grass beds of the bay. While some schoolies overwinter in the shallow backwaters where the sun can warm them. Others add to this in the summer migration of southern fish that start arriving in April for a Bay full up with stripers by June. When the big fish are in and feeding in a frenzy, they'll eat anything. The rest of the time, it takes a little care to catch consistently.
Lets take a look at some standard fly gear.
A 6-9 wgt rod is the practical range. The lighter rod may take longer to land the fish but it is adequate to the task if you have the time. However, sometimes the fish suffers exhaustion as a result. If you have a strong arm and want to fish the big wind days, bring the 11 wt. With rare exception, at least an intermediate line is called for.