July 20, 2026 - 10:27:57
Matt at the Reel Seat was exclamatory: “The inshore bluefin fishing is more than better.” As close as 4 miles to 35 and then out to 60, it’s been head bangin’ action with footballs to giants. Madd Mantis poppers, OMT 120-gram jigs, and Sea Falcon stickbaits have been the bluefin boomers. The Hudson continues providing fair to decent opportunities at yellowfin in the 60- to 70-pound range on the zucchini and black/purple Reel Seat spreader bars, with the Bomber CD30 effective ordnance for the patrolling 150- to 200-pound bigeye.
July 20, 2026 - 10:27:45
Matt at the Reel Seat reported an uptick in fluke action, with anglers finding improved numbers of fish. Sea bass fishing remains strong, while bluefish continue to flood the area and provide plenty of fast-paced action. Recently, mackerel have also moved in, adding another exciting option for anglers.
July 13, 2026 - 10:39:38
Nick at the Reel Seat was pumped about the yellowfin and bigeye twin bill happening in the Hudson. “The fishing has been phenomenal...for most,” he says, noting that the 19- and 36-inch Sterling wide trackers in purple and also zucchini were the tonic for yellowfin to 90 pounds. The pink and the chrome Nomad Design DTX Minnows were being pulverized by the bigeye.
July 13, 2026 - 10:39:25
The crew at the Reel Seat reports that the tuna and tilefish bite remains red-hot, and with a much more favorable weather window on tap after a challenging week, offshore anglers should have plenty of opportunities to get in on the action. If you're planning a trip, stop by the shop to stock up on everything you'll need before heading offshore. There have also been a few reports of cobia showing up, giving anglers another exciting target to keep an eye out for.
