Striped Bass (Striper)
Striped bass roam the Atlantic coast and have been transplanted into major inland reservoirs, making them a saltwater and freshwater trophy.
Recommended tackle
| Rod power | Medium-Heavy to Heavy |
| Rod action | Fast |
| Reel | 4000–6000 spinning or conventional |
| Line | 20–40 lb |
| Lure types | Live eels, Swimbaits, Topwater plugs, Jigs |
| Rigs | Trolling (mojo / umbrella) rig, Live-lining rig, Vertical jigging |
Surf and bay anglers use 9–12 ft rods; reservoir trollers rig downriggers.
Lures & techniques
| Lure / method | When & how |
|---|---|
| Live bait (eels, shad, herring) | The top big-fish method. |
| Trolling mojos and umbrellas | Cover water for schools. |
| Topwater plugs | Explosive fall surface feeds. |
| Jigs | Vertical jigging around schools. |
Best seasons
Spring spawning runs (and the fall feeding blitz) are the peak; in reservoirs they follow baitfish year-round.
Target waters
- Chesapeake Bay and tributaries
- Hudson River
- Cape Cod and Northeast coast
- Inland reservoirs (Lake Texoma, Santee Cooper, California aqueducts)
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