November 02, 2026 - 10:29:25
Frank at Gabriel Tackle stated bass are finally starting to bite, but it seems a lot of the action is on bunker chunks and live eels at the moment. A few have been caught on metal lip swimmers and SP Minnows as well. Blackfishing remains hot at the Inlet rocks and in the canal.
November 02, 2026 - 10:29:15
Frank at Gabriel Tackle reported striped bass action stretching from Monmouth Beach south to Barnegat Inlet. Anglers are finding success with a variety of techniques, including working topwater plugs, drifting live eels, and trolling. Sea bass action has been somewhat limited, but blackfish are keeping anglers busy on local wrecks and reefs. The Point Pleasant Canal is also producing both blackfish and stripers, with eels proving to be the bait of choice for bass. Manasquan Inlet is giving up some quality blackfish around the rocks. Surf anglers are finally getting in on the action as well, with chunked bunker, eels, and SP Minnows producing some encouraging results along the beach.
October 26, 2026 - 10:14:46
Frank at Gabriel Tackle in Brick said the surf still has to lay down a bit and cool off to usher in some bass but backwater locales are hosting some stripers. The inlet rocks and canal area has been giving up some blackfish for those putting in the time.
October 26, 2026 - 10:14:39
Frank at Gabriel Tackle reported that the Point Pleasant Canal and Manasquan Inlet are worth targeting. Blackfish and striped bass are both making appearances in the canal, with eels remaining the go-to bait for anglers targeting stripers. The Manasquan Inlet rocks are producing some quality blackfish, while surf reports remain relatively quiet, though a few striped bass have been reported along the beaches. The fall striper run is still a few weeks from hitting its stride, but cooling water temperatures could help jump-start the action soon.
