Best NJ Shore Gear for October

October opens fall striped bass run. Crowds nonexistent. Most restaurants close mid-month. Photographers love October's golden light + dramatic skies. Shore-fishing returns to peak.

Tested October at IBSP (fall striper run), Cape May (lighthouse photography), Sandy Hook (battery + landscape). October is for serious shore people.

October Picks

Each pick is matched to NJ October shore conditions. Tap through to Amazon for current pricing.

Editor's Pick

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Surf Rod for Fall Run

PENN

Penn Squadron IV Surf Spinning Rod, 9', 2-Piece Saltwater Fishing Rod, Medium Power, 12-20 lb Line Rating, 3/4-3 oz Lure Rating

$109.98

Recommended for NJ October: IBSP October striper run.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — IBSP October striper run

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Breathable Waders

FROGG TOGGS

FROGG TOGGS Hellbender Breathable Waterproof Stockingfoot Fishing Chest Wader for Fishing, Slate/Gray, Large

$99.99

Recommended for NJ October: October surf-fishing comfort.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — October surf-fishing comfort

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Travel Tripod

Benro

Benro Slim Carbon-Fiber Tripod Kit w/ N00 Ball Head – Lightweight, 8.8 lb Load, 57.6″ Max, 20.1″ Folded – Ideal Travel Tripod for Mirrorless & DSLR Cameras (TSL08CN00)

$139.95

Recommended for NJ October: Cape May October lighthouse.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — Cape May October lighthouse

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4/3mm Wetsuit

O'NEILL

O'Neill Women's Epic 4:3mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit, Durable Warmth with Good Flexibility for Surfing and All Water Activities, Black/Black/Black, 8 Short

$244.95

Recommended for NJ October: October surf in 65°F water.

Tested on the Jersey Shore — October surf in 65°F water

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