Buoy Area off the New Jersey coast
Earning it's name from shape, wich also resembles a long-billed baseball cap, the spot is 20 nautical miles SE from Y "D" buoy. South Jersey grounds benefit from the warmer Gulf Stream influence.
The surrounding area is characterized by sandy and shelly material.
Click a species row to see fishing methods, regulations, and tips.
| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striped Bass | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
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Cape May
Atlantic City
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Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Bonito fishing.
Heavy-duty rod for tuna, mahi, and billfish. 30-50lb class.

BETTER LEADER

BETTER LEADER
Heavy-duty conventional reel for offshore trolling and jigging.
Essential for battling big fish. Reduces fatigue on long fights.

Loomcraft

GAFFER SPORTFISHING
Landing tool for big fish. 3-4 foot handle for boat use.

SANLIKE

GAFFER SPORTFISHING
Skirted lures and spreader bars for tuna and mahi.

Narcissus

AGOOL
Keep your catch cold on the ride home. Fits in boat storage.

KRAKEN SUPPLY CO

CWSDXM
Essential for toothy fish like wahoo and king mackerel.

Drchoer

TOOTH SHIELD TACKLE
Large, waterproof bag for organizing offshore tackle.

Plano

Reaction Tackle
Classic vertical jig for sea bass, cod, and bottom fish.

VMSIXVM

VMSIXVM
Required for many species. Better hookups, easier release.

Gamakatsu

Mustad
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Hambone One is known for Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Striped Bass.
Hambone One is located 20 nm SE from Y "D" buoy.
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