The bunker belt that spanned Long Island's western south shore attracted a fleet armed with flutter spoons and XL topwaters.

Striper success has a different look at the end of the fall run.

Striper trolling so good, even a hook through the hand couldn't dampen spirits.

Surf fishing with bunker chunks has become a lost art form among beach-based bass fishermen.

Break free from a vicious cycle of fishless trips by using a chess-player’s strategy.

Anglers who fished for striped bass are asked to provide information on their trips, including catch, effort, and striped bass lengths.

As temperatures drop and bass grow scarce, the fishermen tend to quit before the fish do.

"Should I stay or should I go?" - The Clash

The fall run finds a smorgasbord of bait cruising the surf for stripers to enjoy on their long journey south.

Minnow plugs are often the first and last lures to come out of the plug bag, and for good reason.