The smaller stripers are the best table fare due to their sweeter meat. Flip back those larger breeders. There were some rumors of bigger fish, however, they were late at night and not weighed in. There is some talk of the bait stealing crabs, so it is recommended to have a few pompano style rigs with floats on hand. A few people have tried clams for bait, but it seems that the Stripers only want the bloodworms.
Night fishing is made easier with the use of cyalume light sticks.
This allows the two chemicals to mix. The chemical stick glows for about eight hours. Attaching the light stick to the tip of the surf rod with tape or wire ties allows the fishermen to see even the tiniest of bites without getting a stiff neck or strained eyes. For a more permanent solution, a small battery operated light can be attached to the rod and be used over and over again. Winter Flounder Winter flounder are not here yet.