Had one of our Forum Members "Shark Bait" out for a LONG day of fishing yeterday.  Headed up to Ortely Beach as did about a thousand other boats.   Some Very big fish were being caught but it was dang near impossible to set on the troll with so many boats. 

A switch to a wreck also produced nothing.  However, the old reliable Bluefish in front of the inlet on the outgoing tide, saved us on an otherwise tough day.

Looking forward, well the word is out that Big Stripers are closing in.  Fishing is going to be hotly contested with full participation.  You want to get out very  early or late.  Mid-week will be much better than weekends.  And head NORTH.

A note to Shark Bait..... we forgot to take pictures of you with your FISH!