The Northeast Angling hosts and crew made their first striped bass fishing trip ever to scenic Block Island, RI in late June to learn about a unique technique from Capt Skip Stritzinger. Skip is the 2003 American Striper Association National Champion and had won the RISAA “governor’s Cup for 3 straight years. He fishes for trophy striped bass using eels in deep water with no weight (free-lining)! This was the first of many trips to Block Island which continues to be a favorite Northeast Angling destination.
The light tackle no-weight striped bass fishing method proved to be deadly as he put Capt Andy and Rich on plenty of bass to over 30lbs. It can take a bit of extra boat handling and some practice to become proficient.
“This was our first trip with Capt Skip and we certainly learned a lot about striper fishing with eels and no weight. To this day, this is still my favorite method for targeting trophy stripers. You can get away with relatively light tackle because the water is deep and the fish start coming up as soon as they are hooked. Some day, someone is going to break the striper world record in these waters!” Capt Andy LoCascio
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Frequently Asked Questions
The no-weight striped bass fishing method involves free-lining live eels in deep water without using any additional weights. This technique allows the eel to move naturally, attracting trophy striped bass that often weigh over 30 pounds. It requires some skill in boat handling and practice to master effectively.
Capt Skip Stritzinger is a renowned angler who won the 2003 American Striper Association National Championship and the RISAA governor's Cup for three consecutive years. He is known for his expertise in fishing trophy striped bass using the no-weight eel technique at Block Island, making him a highly respected figure in the striped bass fishing community.
Block Island, RI, is favored for striped bass fishing because of its deep waters where the light tackle no-weight eel technique is highly effective. The area consistently produces trophy striped bass, some weighing over 30 pounds, making it a popular spot among serious anglers seeking large striped bass.
The specific gear recommendations for live eel no-weight striped bass fishing can be found through Northeast Angling's dedicated equipment guide. Generally, light tackle is used because the deep water allows the fish to come up quickly once hooked, but contacting the hosts directly can provide detailed advice tailored to this method.
Beginners can improve their chances by practicing boat handling skills to keep the eel moving naturally and by spending time learning from experienced anglers like Capt Skip Stritzinger. Patience and repetition help in becoming proficient with this technique as it requires a delicate presentation of the live eel in deep water.
Yes, Northeast Angling offers both a preview clip and a full-length show on YouTube that showcase the striped bass fishing trip to Block Island and the no-weight eel fishing technique. These videos provide helpful visual guidance and can be shared via the provided YouTube links.
Absolutely. Northeast Angling invites viewers and readers to contact them directly if they have any questions regarding the equipment used during their striped bass fishing trips. This offers anglers the opportunity to get personalized advice and recommendations.
