S6, Ep 103: Navigating Northeast Winds and Night Fishing Tips with David Blinken

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is back with another segment of On the Salt with Captain David Blinken. David shares his experiences dealing with the northeast wind and how it affects fishing conditions on Long Island. They discuss the current state of false albacore sightings, with David providing updates from New England and the Jersey shore, and his hopes for finding them in Montauk and Gardiner's Bay. The conversation then shifts to David's recent sight fishing for stripers, highlighting a successful day with catches in the upper 20-inch range and some fun with bluefish. Marvin brings up a listener question from Brenner about improving odds when fishing at night in the salt. David offers a wealth of tips, from scouting spots during the day to understanding tides and topography. He also shares his preferences for fly selection, emphasizing the use of white flies and subtle poppers for night fishing. David provides practical advice on being familiar with your equipment and using a red lens on headlamps to avoid scaring fish. He stresses the importance of knowing your fishing area well to avoid mishaps and choosing the right fly and line based on the conditions. David also shares a cautionary note about carefully identifying fish at night to avoid accidents, especially with bluefish. They wrap up the episode with a discussion on moon phases and their impact on fishing, with David sharing a memorable story of catching his biggest striped bass under a full moon. Marvin encourages listeners to send in their questions for a chance to win some Articulate Fly swag and a Royal Wulff line of their choice. They also give a shout-out to Steve Ramirez for the release of his latest book, "Casting Homeward." To learn more about David, check out our full length interview. All Things Social Media Follow David on Facebook and Instagram. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Support the Show Shop on Amazon Become a Patreon Patron Subscribe to the Podcast Subscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice. Advertise on the Podcast Is our community a good fit for your brand? Advertise with us. In the Industry and Need Help Getting Unstuck? Check out our consulting options!