Striped Bass
Striped Bass
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 30 PACK of 11 0 12 0 13 0 SUPERTACKLE CIRCLE ZAP FISHING HOOKS Stainless Steel  US $18.00
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 9 inch striper lure Albino US $16.49
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 12 inch striper lure eel BLACK US $18.44
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 12 inch striper lure Albino US $19.99
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 Soft Plastic Finger Mullet Lures 12 4 Rigged Hooked Mullet Natural Color US $19.95
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 Eel lure RI lure 8 inch striped bass pikie musky lure triple jointed 3 lures US $25.37
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 12 inch striper lure eel US $19.99
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 Slug go unrigged sluggo 12 inch striper lure Pink 3pc US $12.99
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 OWNER SSW IN LINE CIRCLE HOOKS 5179 191 Size 9 0 4 pack Tournament Legal US $5.29
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel 12 High Performance Trolling Swimbait US $11.50
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 GT Ice Cream Skinny 3oz Fishing Lures US $.99
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 Needlefish wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 27 oz chartruesse US $6.99
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 12 SilaFlash Spreader Bar Teaser Lures Durable 5 1 2ea Trolling Daisy Chain New US $.99
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 Parachute Jigs Striped Bass Killers PacMan Heads US $16.50
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 Megabait LA Slider Plastic Fishing Lure Bait New Soft 9105 US $6.99
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 Needlefish wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 27 oz lime green yellow belly US $12.99
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 Danny wood surface fishing lure 6 in striped bass wht US $14.99
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 Slug go unrigged sluggo 12 inch striper lure eel 3pc US $12.99
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 Soft Plastic Finger Mullet Lures 16 4 Lures Natural Color with Stripe US $24.95
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 12 inch striper lure bubblegum US $19.99
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 12 inch striper lure Black US $19.99
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 Shad Fish Soft Bait Lure 10 8 Lures Bright Green US $34.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Spanish Mackerel 2 NIP US $32.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Dolphin 2 pack NIP US $32.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Bunker 2 pack NIP US $32.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Blue Bonito 2 pack NIP US $32.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Blue Back Herring 2 NIP US $32.95
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 Panther Martin Vivif Mackerel Atlantic Bonito 2 NIP US $32.95
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 12oz Baby Red US $9.99
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 Danny wood surface fishing lure 6 in striped bass olive US $14.99
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 Danny style teak wood fishing lure 6 in striped bass p US $14.99
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 Danny wood surface fishing lure 6 in striped bass gm US $14.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 14oz Silver Flash US $11.49
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 OWNER SSW IN LINE CIRCLE HOOKS 5179 171 Size 7 0 5 pack Tournament Legal US $5.29
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 Split Tail Soft Bait Lure 5 105 Salt and Pepper Pearl US $19.95
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 8oz Mackerel US $7.49
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 Eel lure RI lure 8 in striped bass lure triple jointed US $14.99
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 Needlefish wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 27 oz chart US $14.99
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 Slug go Pre rigged Large 9 inch striper lure bubblegum US $16.49
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 Pencil Popper wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 3oz purpb US $15.99
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 Needlefish wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 27 oz pink US $14.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 10oz Silver Flash US $8.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 4oz Silver Flash US $4.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 12oz Blue Bass US $9.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 14oz Blue Bass US $11.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 8oz Blue Bass US $7.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 6oz Silver Flash US $5.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 6oz Glow US $5.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 10oz Blue Bass US $8.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 4oz Blue Bass US $4.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 6oz Blue Bass US $5.99
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 Pencil Popper wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 3oz blue US $15.99
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 25 New MUSTAD 39965D DURATIN FISHING HOOKS Size 13 0 CIRCLE US $14.00
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 25 New MUSTAD 39965D DURATIN FISHING HOOKS Size 12 0 US $13.50
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 Needlefish wooden lure 7 inch striped bass 27 oz BLUE white belly US $12.99
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 Yo Zuri Sashimi Minnow Lures Model R956 Size 5125 Weight 1 oz US $24.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 14oz Glow US $11.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 8oz Glow US $7.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 8oz Silver Flash US $7.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 8oz Baby Red US $7.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 10oz Glow US $8.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 10oz Mackerel US $8.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 4oz Baby Red US $4.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 4oz Mackerel US $4.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 4oz Glow US $4.99
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 6oz Mackerel US $5.99
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 2 Packs Megabait LA Slider Plastic Fishing Bait Lure New Soft 9181 US $11.99
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 Panther Martin Stinky Shrimp Giant Tiger Baits Lures NEW US $8.89
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 Panther Martin Stinky Shrimp Indian White Baits Lure NEW US $8.89
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 14oz Mackerel US $11.49
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 12oz Glow US $9.99
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 Shad Fish Soft Bait Lure 10 8 Lures Fire Tiger US $34.95
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 Ahi Assault Diamond Jigs 6oz Baby Red US $5.99
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 Slug Soft Bait Lure 5 12 Lures White US $15.95
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 Slug Soft Bait Lure 5 12 Lures White Pink US $15.95
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 Slug Soft Bait Lure 5 12 Chartreuse Brown US $15.95
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 Split Tail Soft Bait Lure 5 105 Pumpkin Pearl US $19.95
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 X2 Saltwater fishing lure Strippers blue fish barracuda etc US $10.00
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 Slug go unrigged Large 12 inch striper lure Black 3pc US $12.99
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 VINTAGE RAPALA MAGNUM FINLAND LURE NIB BLACK ON STRIPE BASS COLOR 5 1 4 US $4.99
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Common Techniques, Equipment, Baits for Striped Bass Fishing
Fishing for striped bass, or striper, as they are commonly called, is similar to fishing for large or smallmouth bass, but there are differences you should consider as well, if you want to have a really rewarding experience as you fish for striper.
While large and smallmouth bass characteristically leap from the water and attempt to get the hooks out of their mouth, when you have them on the line, striped bass usually remain in the water. Striped bass are usually larger fish, and they often put up a heck of a fight, and are extremely exciting to catch because of this fighting spirit and large sizes.
If you are wanting to catch striper, one thing you will need to remember is that they are very unpredictable. They tend to cover a large area of water, and your best bet for targeting them is to look for their feeding grounds. They love live and dead fish such as shad, so if you look in the natural habitat of their bait, they will likely be found.
They tend to like clear water, which makes it easy to spot them, but also tends to make it easier for them to spot you. Avoid spooking them and sending them into deep water by slowing your approach to their feeding ground.
Most experienced striper fishermen agree that using fresh bait is a good idea if you want to catch striped bass. Some good choices are:
Crankbait
Shad or other similar cut bait
Anchovies
Herring
Shrimp
Gizzard
Bunker or menhaden
Shiners
Plugs
Spoons
Another important factor when you are fishing for striper is water temperature. If you are fishing summer, just troll deeper. If you are fishing winter, move to shallower depths. In the winter, you will even be able to see the striper hitting the surface of the water. If you use a depth finder, the best way to locate your target is always to find the bait fish and troll just above them.
During the spring spawn, target the extremely shallow rivers and streams. In lakes, look for estuaries and bays as well as structures, inlets, and the banks around bluffy areas.
Sometimes, when you are fishing cooler weather months of the year, ballooning is a good technique to use to catch striper. Because of the tendency for striper to feed near the surface, in shallow waters. If you have never tried ballooning, this could be an ideal time for you to experiment with that technique. To balloon, you will need to construct a float rig. Just tie a small balloon to about six to ten feet of line, so that it will hang just above the bait fish. There is no need for using a weight, but you should use a barrel swivel to prevent the line from getting tangled and twisted. You can also use corks that have colored lights on them if you are fishing dark weather.
When it comes to equipment for catching striper, it is always best to use a good quality line that is strong. These fish are big, and they are tremendous fighters. Your line is going to take a beating. Look for weak spots in your line and test your knots, before you have a "big one that got away" story to tell.
The most commonly used rig for catching striper is a big sinker attached to a slider, a three inch leader, and 9/0 hook.
About the Author
Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best bass fishing information possible. Get more information on striped bass fishing here: http://www.askbassfishing.com/