Bay Rats & Buoys

Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 33 Topwater Explosions, Fluke Frenzy & Big Blues Crushing Bait!  This week on Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 33 we’re podcasting from the boat in Huntington Harbor as the topwater bite goes nuclear and bluefish finally show up in our area! Striped bass were blowing up spooks and Super Strikes with ferocity, including 40-inch fish smashing plugs al...

Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 32: Foggy Mornings, Topwater Blowups & Striped Bass Tagging In this week’s Episode 32 of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige is back on the boat diving into a fog-filled stretch that turned into some of the best topwater striped bass action we’ve seen all season! With two straight days of thick morning fog, the bass were dialed in on sand eels,...

Welcome to Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 31! In this action-packed episode, Captain Gaige shares what we’re using right now to catch big striped bass in the Long Island Sound. From live bait tips to top-producing lures like Doc Spooks, white mini mojos, and trolling rigs, we break down the tackle, techniques, and tides that are working best for catching keeper striped bass and overs this spring. We a...

Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 30: Lights-Out Bass Bite & Changing Conditions In this week’s episode of Bay Rats & Buoys Season 2, we’re podcasting straight from the boat in Huntington Harbor as the striped bass fishing action heats up! For four straight days, the bite was absolutely lights out, with bass crushing everything we threw at them—until Friday, when the bite ab...

Striped Bass Bite is Red Hot This Week The striped bass bite is absolutely red hot this week in Huntington, NY! Join Captain Gaige and Kory as they land dozens of fat 39” inch striped bass along with dozens of slots and overs. Watch as Dylan and Shelly crush the under-slot and slot fish on flutter spoons and trolling setups, and Kenny puts on a clinic with a dozen fish to 39” on flutter spoons! Th...

Spring Striped Bass Fishing is Heating Up! | Bay Rats & Buoys Season 2 Ep. 28 In this episode of Bay Rats and Buoys, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory are back on the water chasing springtime striped bass across the back bays and beyond! After a quick fix from Keith at Yamaha in Britannia Yachting Center (the best in the biz!), we hit Huntington Harbor, the bay, and the Long Island Sound to tr...

Season 2 of the Bay Rats & Buoys podcast kicks off as Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory hit the water to dial in springtime striped bass! If you’re fishing for striped bass this spring, especially in the back bays, this is the video for you. We launched on Monday and spent the day chasing slot-sized striped bass using our favorite spring striped bass lures—small swim shads and the deadly Yo-Zu...

Striped Bass Season is Finally Here! | Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 26 | Saltwater Fishing Podcast Welcome to Episode 26 of Bay Rats & Buoys – the ultimate striped bass fishing podcast for saltwater anglers, charter captains, and hardcore fishermen! Striped bass season is officially back, and we’re fired up to kick things off! In this week’s episode, Captain Gaige shares what to use this sprin...

Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 25 – Striped Bass Are Here & Our First Annual Invitational Is On! In this week’s episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory are back with big news and even bigger plans as we roll into the 2025 season! The first striped bass of the year has been officially landed — shoutout to Charles, who kicked things off in true Bay Rats fashion by ho...

Long Island’s Hottest New Striped Bass Fishing Tournament | Bay Rats & Buoys 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational Calling all anglers, fishermen, and boating enthusiasts this is the striped bass fishing event you’ve been waiting for. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, the waters of Huntington Bay, New York will ignite with the energy of the Bay Rats & Buoys 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational — a...

Bay Rats & Buoys Announces First Annual Striped Bass Invitational – Episode 23 | Fishing Podcast Attention all anglers, captains, and tournament fishermen! Captain Gaige is thrilled to announce the First Annual Striped Bass Invitational—the hottest new striped bass fishing tournament on Long Island! Mark your calendars for June 22, 2025, and register now at StripedBassInvitational.com. The fir...

BREAKING NEWS: Bay Rats & Buoys 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational!   Mark your calendars—it’s official! Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 22 is packed with exciting news for all fishing and boating enthusiasts. Captain Gaige is making a huge announcement about our 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational happening Sunday, June 22, 2025! If you’re a striped bass angler that fishes the Long Island Sou...

Who Else is Prepping Their Boat and Gear Now?  | Just 40 Days Until Striped Bass Opening Day | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 21 The countdown is on—just 40 days until striped bass season opens on April 15! If you’re as fired up as we are to hit the water, this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys is for you. We’re talking all things boat prep, gear setup, and early-season strategies to get ready for...

Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 20 | 47 Days to Striped Bass Season + Ward Melville HS Fishing Expo! We’re officially 47 days away from the opening of striped bass season on April 15th, and this week’s Bay Rats & Buoys podcast is packed with fishing talk, upcoming events, and must-have gear! Join us this Saturday, March 1st, at the Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Expo & Fundraiser!...

Biggest Fishing Show Just 9 Days Away | How I Support Local Businesses | Bay Rats & Buoys Ep. 19 The Ward Melville HS Fishing Show & Fundraiser is just 9 days away on March 1, 2025, and we’re gearing up for an incredible event! In this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige shares how we support local fishing businesses, network with fellow anglers, and get ready for the upcoming s...

How We Prepare for Springtime Fishing Now | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 18 Spring fishing season is right around the corner, and we're gearing up NOW to make sure we're ready to hit the water on April 15, 2025, for striped bass opening day! In this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige dives into spring fishing preparation, covering everything from top fishing gear and best...

New York’s Biggest Fishing Club Expo & Fundraiser – March 1, 2025 | Ward Melville H.S. Fishing Club Show Expo & Fundraiser! If you love fishing shows, buying new and used fishing gear, and supporting the next generation of anglers, you don’t want to miss the Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Expo & Fundraiser on March 1, 2025! This is the largest fishing expo in New York dedicated...

Thinking about getting your Captain’s License? Need a captain’s license renewal or upgrade? Whether you’re looking to captain a charter boat, ferry, towboat, powerboat, or sailboat, this video is your complete guide! Recorded live at the NY Boat Show at the Javits Center, we sit down with Capt. Michael  Vanadia, owner of Nautical School, to break down everything you need to know about becoming a l...

Welcome to the 2025 NY Boat Show at the iconic Javits Center in NYC! In this exclusive video, we dive deep into the Brooklyn Boat Works Flagship Boatbuilding Program, a groundbreaking initiative bringing boatbuilding education to schools. Join us for an inspiring interview with program leaders as they discuss the art of crafting sailboats, empowering students, and fostering a love for boating and...

2025 NY Boat Show | What's Trending Now with Fisherman Magazine Editor Matthew Broderick Exclusive Interview.   https://sandcitycharter.com/podcast/

Breaking Industry News | Podcasting Live from NY Boat Show Welcome to an exclusive episode 16 of Bay Rats & Buoys ! In this video, we bring you breaking industry news for all boaters! If you’re a boating enthusiast, boat owner, or someone attending this year’s NY Boat Show , this episode is a must-watch! Join us as we dive deep into the latest updates in the boating and fishing industry. We’ll...

Shark Week 2025 | How I Caught 53 Sharks | Stingray Attack Drone Fishing Welcome to Shark Week 2025! In this thrilling shark fishing adventure, I take you through an unforgettable day where I successfully caught 53 sharks using expert fishing techniques, the latest in drone fishing, and unbeatable shark bait strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned angler, a drone fishing enthusiast, or just fascinat...

2025 Boat Technology | Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast Episode 14 Welcome to Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast Episode 14 —your go-to fishing and boating podcast! In this episode, Captain Gaige kicks off 2025 with exciting news and a deep dive into cutting-edge boat technology that’s revolutionizing the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned angler, aspiring boat captain, or a casual boater, this episode is pack...

Chef Rob Reveals Secret Fishing Technique - 2024 Podcast Finale Dive into the thrilling finale of Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 13, where Chef Rob shares his secret fishing techniques that helped him land a 7.5lb blackfish (tog) using whole green crabs. Packed with saltwater fishing tips, spearfishing adventures , and epic catches, this podcast episode is a must-watch for fishermen, anglers, and bo...

Welcome to Episode 12 of Bay Rats & Buoys, the ultimate fishing and boating podcast! In this holiday-themed episode, we dive deep into fishing during the holidays, exploring how anglers, boaters, and captains can make the most of the season. Whether you’re an experienced fisherman, a weekend angler, or someone learning to fish, this episode is packed with tips, tricks, and gear recommendations...