Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
58
Offshore Temp:
56
Bear's Den's Tip of the Week
The fish are most definitely in throughout the Cape now, and Buzzards Bay will be seeing good action throughout. Small, silverside-like imitations will be key, especially in estuaries and rivers. Larger bunker are now being reported as well. Water is warming quickly to ideal temperatures.
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5-Day Outlook as of 5/27/25
Great reports out of Buzzard Bay with fish being caught on the outer Cape as well. Expect the size class of the fish to increase on average as we progress and the water warms. Bait is either very small (think silversides and sand eels) or very large (bunker, squid) so have a good size mix on hand.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/27/25
Sub surface. Changing retrieve speeds to figure out a preferred tempo.
Current Conditions as of 5/27/25
Slightly more tolerable temperatures throughout the week.Local Species Available Year Round
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Striped Bass
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Bluefish
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False Albacore
Bear's Den's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Strolis Simple Baitfish | All | 2/0 |
Mud Dog Dazzle Bait | All | 3/0 |
Bear's Den's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Mirage Big Game Leaders
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Best Tippet:
Mirage Pure Fluorocarbon Tippet
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
9-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Saltwater All-Rounder WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Coldwater Intermediate