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The best baits for striped bass largely depend on location and the time of the year you're fishing, but usually all striper anglers have a few favorites they continue to rely on. Clams are chummed and fished near the bottom. This Ronz Big Game Jig is made to catch big fish. When striped bass are migrating in the spring and fall the beaches are lined with fishermen, the boat ramps are busy and it is game on for fishing. 4.5 out of 5 stars 56. Features include 3D body, durable soft-vinyl body, and black metal hooks. Bunker spoons are also a very popular way to troll for striped bass. Swimbait jigs work great for striped bass. Growing up in Pennsylvania Cody has also done extensive freshwater fishing including bass fishing tournaments. There are also tube umbrella rigs that work well when bass are feeding on sand eels. The video below shows how to surf fish for striped bass. 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