S3 E20 | Plastic Lipped Swimmers We Use & Why

S3 E23 | Fishing Back Bays with Al Albano

On this special interview episode of the podcast, we have long-time author Al Albano on to talk about fishing the back bays of both the North- and South Shore back bays of Long Island. One take away? You have to do what you love! Subscribe to our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/] Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels: https://seviinreels.com/ [https://seviinreels.com/]: St. Croix Rods: https://stcroixrods.com/ [https://stcroixrods.com/] The Surfcaster: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/] Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ [http://www.yo-zuri.com/] Check out Jerry's book: https://geni.us/HookedBook [https://geni.us/HookedBook] The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/] https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast] https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/]

S3 E22 | When Surfcasting Conditions Lie

It's not always what it seems. Sometimes the fishing seems like it will be a disaster- and it's incredible. Sometimes, everything screams "best tide ever" and it ends up being a dud. The guys discuss a few examples of this, and some tips for dealing with both. Subscribe to our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/] Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels: https://seviinreels.com/ [https://seviinreels.com/]: St. Croix Rods: https://stcroixrods.com/ [https://stcroixrods.com/] The Surfcaster: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/] Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ [http://www.yo-zuri.com/] Check out Jerry's book: https://geni.us/HookedBook [https://geni.us/HookedBook] The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/] https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast] https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/]

S3 E21 | Would You Trade Five 40s for One 50.5?

In this weeks episode we respond to a listener question we received recently. It may sound simple on first take, but it's actually a bit more complicated than you might think... Subscribe to our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/] Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels: https://seviinreels.com/ [https://seviinreels.com/]: St. Croix Rods: https://stcroixrods.com/ [https://stcroixrods.com/] The Surfcaster: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/] Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ [http://www.yo-zuri.com/] Check out Jerry's book: https://geni.us/HookedBook [https://geni.us/HookedBook] The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/] https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast] https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/]

S3 E20 | Plastic Lipped Swimmers We Use & Why

In this week's episode, the guys break down plastic-lipped swimmers—one of the most reliable lure categories for striped bass surf fishing. From when and where to fish them to which models excel in specific conditions, they explain why these plugs aren't "set it and forget it" baits. Learn how to match the swimmer to the situation and build a more effective surf bag this season. Read our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/] Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels: https://seviinreels.com/ [https://seviinreels.com/]: St. Croix Rods: https://stcroixrods.com/ [https://stcroixrods.com/] The Surfcaster: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/] Yo-Zuri Hydro Minnow LC: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/yo-zuri-hydro-lc-minnow [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/yo-zuri-hydro-lc-minnow] Cotton Cordell Red Fin: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/cotton-cordell-7-in-1-oz-redfin-swimmer [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/cotton-cordell-7-in-1-oz-redfin-swimmer] Bomber Long A: 7": https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/bomber-saltwater-7in-magnum-long-a [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/bomber-saltwater-7in-magnum-long-a] 6": https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/bomber-saltwater-grade-6in-heavy-duty-long-a [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/p/bomber-saltwater-grade-6in-heavy-duty-long-a] Yo-Zuri Mag Darter: https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/yo-zuri-mag-darter-1 [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/shop/p/yo-zuri-mag-darter-1] Yo-Zuri: http://www.yo-zuri.com/ [http://www.yo-zuri.com/] Check out Jerry's book: https://geni.us/HookedBook [https://geni.us/HookedBook] The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/] https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast] https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/]

S3 E19 | Pete Lajoie: Lessons Learned Across The Striper Coast

In this episode, we sit down with surfcaster Pete Lajoie for a wide-ranging conversation built on years of chasing striped bass across diverse fisheries. Pete shares the lessons that have stayed with him—insights on adapting to new water, staying consistent, and making the most of every opportunity. But this one goes beyond tactics. Woven throughout are stories that capture the unpredictability—and occasional chaos—of seasons spent in the surf. One in particular stands out: a harrowing encounter with a commercial trawler that ran directly into the rock Pete had been fishing from just moments earlier. Whether you're a seasoned surfcaster or just getting your feet wet, this episode blends practical insight with unforgettable storytelling—and reinforces why every trip out has something to teach. Read our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/] Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels https://seviinreels.com/ [https://seviinreels.com/] St. Croix Rods https://stcroixrods.com/ [https://stcroixrods.com/] The Surfcaster https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ [https://www.thesurfcaster.com/] Check out Jerry's book: https://geni.us/HookedBook [https://geni.us/HookedBook] The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ [https://surfcastpodcast.com/] https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast] https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/]