Lump off the New Jersey coast
One of three link-shaped parcels called the Sausages, strung across the far-southern offshore bottom. This middle link spans 825 acres; sea bass and tautog take its harder patches, while bluefish and bonito ride the water column above the chain.
The surrounding charateristics of this area is composed by sandy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Tautog (Blackfish) | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
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Recommended tackle for Sea Bass and Tautog 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.

PENN

KATUYSHA
Essential for battling big fish. Reduces fatigue on long fights.

GAFFER SPORTFISHING

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

Dutiplus

SANLIKE
Skirted lures and spreader bars for tuna and mahi.

AGOOL

Narcissus
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.

AMYSPORTS

YOTO
Large, waterproof bag for organizing offshore tackle.

Plano

Reaction Tackle
Classic vertical jig for sea bass, cod, and bottom fish.
Required for many species. Better hookups, easier release.

BLUEWING

Anmuka
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Sausages is known for Sea Bass, Tautog, Bluefish, Bonito.
Sausages is located 32 nm SE (153 degrees T) from Y "D" buoy in cape May.
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
Check recent reports to see what's biting at Sausages.
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