Gear Guide
Surf Fishing Checklist for Long Island and the Northeast
A starter surf fishing checklist covering rods, reels, line, leaders, lures, waders, weather layers, and sun protection.
Updated May 9, 2026
Starter checklist
- Surf rod and saltwater spinning reel
- Braid, leader material, clips, and terminal tackle
- Bucktails, swimmers, topwater, tins, and soft plastics
- Waders, boots, belt, surf bag, and pliers as conditions require
- Sun shirt, hat, gaiter, sunglasses, and gloves
- Shell or packable rain layer
Main hub
Use the surf fishing gear guide for the full surf setup.