Guide to help fish safely and comfortably in NYC

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Sunglasses

KastKing Huzzah Polarized Sport Glasses - Link

These are great for saving money and the polarized coating works for seeing into the water. Coating has a warmer tint.

Hobie Coastal Float Polarized Sunglasses - Link

Polarized sunglasses will help you see deeper and past the glare on top of the water. They will reduce eye fatigue and help you fish longer. The Hobie glasses float which is really helpful if you are going kayak fishing or on a boat. 

Headlamp

Petzl Actik Core Rechargeable Headlamp - Link

Petzl make great lightweight headlamps for climbing but they work for jetty fishing at night and walking the beach. They are very bright and have a red light setting for stealth night fishing. 

Fishing Backpack

KastKing Baitspace Sling Bag - Link

These are affordable and can fit everything you need for fishing around the city. Great for subway trips and sunny beach days. 

Grundéns Bootlegger Roll Top Backpack 30L - Link

Waterproof big bag for fishing trips and going to the beach with waders. Can fit extra clothes and no need to worry about anything getting wet. 

Carhartt Insulated Cooler Backpack - Link

Water resistant cooler backpack that is stylish. Bring lunch fishing with the option to take a catch home on ice. 

Sun Protection

Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Stick - Link

Sun protection is important but you don't want to get it on your hands. Whether or not the fish can smell it, it might lower your confidence. I like these sticks because you can apply it without touching sunscreen. 

Bass Dash UPF 50+ Neck Gaiter - Link

The neck gaiter is really helpful for the sun reflection on the water. Especially if its a calm day and full sun. The gaiter keeps your neck and ears sun protected. 

Columbia PFG Terminal Tackle Sun Shirt & Hood - Link

These shirts work excellent for sun protection and keeping cool in the summer. They are moisture wicking and UPF 50. You can wear them year round under warmer layers too.

Winter Clothing

32 Degrees Lightweight Base Layer Leggings - Link

I found these at model's and have used them for a bunch of years, you can layer them too. Really makes a difference keeping your legs warm. 

Kast King Mountain Mist Gloves - Link

The open finger design is great for tying knots and baiting the hook. Pretty warm too. 

Smartwool Everyday Socks - Link

These are comfy year round but will keep your feet warm in the Winter. They aren't took thick so you can layer them if you get cold feet.  

Rechargeable Hand Warmers - Link

Great option for re-use and chargeable. 

Smartwool Merino Sport Beanie - Link

These are thinner but a tighter fit and cover your ears well. Used like a base layer but surprisingly warm, you can layer another hat on top of these if it gets colder out. 

Spring Clothing

Grundéns Neptune Bib - Link

You can use these year round but are great when the weather is warming up. For Jetty's, boats, piers, these are great for throwing over your clothes and keeping them clean/dry. Very versatile bibs. 

Summer Clothing

Columbia PFG Backcast IV Quick Dry Shorts - Link

Great multi use shorts for the Summer. You can swim with them, really lightweight and they dry quick. Pretty affordable and often on sale 

Fall Clothing

Simms Rogue Hoody - Link

These are great for the transitional season and when the wind starts in October. Super warm, durable and will last a long time. Very stylish too 

Rain Gear

Columbia Watertight II Rain Jacket - Link

These jackets are very durable and keep you dry. Works as a great shell for windy days too. Can be worn year round. 

Columbia PFG Storm Bib Pant - Link

Great year round, works for rain and snow. Little lighter weight material but there is room for layers in the Winter. Easy to clean and pull over shoes. 

Grundéns Weather Watch Pants - Link

Comfy for sport fishing, durable and will keep you dry. 

Waders

Affordable option:

Frogg Toggs Amphib Bootfoot Neoprene Waders - Link

These have the boot included so you don't need to spend money on those. These are great for cold weather too. 

Higher end comfy option:

Simms Tributary Stockingfoot Waders - Link

Simms Freestone Boot - Link

These are very comfy and have enough room to put layers of clothes on underneath in the colder months. Lots of mobility and light weight for long beach walks. 

Wader leak fix:

Gear Aid Aquaseal - Link

Aquaseal Patch Kit - Link

This product is incredible for fixing waders or any kind of water leak on rain gear. It works! 

Gloves

Kast King Gloves - Link

The ability to use your fingers for tying knots and baiting the hook is great. These are warm enough for the NYC winter and the open/closed finger design is useful. 

Korkers / Spiked / Felt Boots for Rocks/Jetty

Korkers CastTrax Cleated Overshoe - Link

These are great if you want to use your same shoes and put cleats over top. The downside to these are less ankle support. But for quick trips and affordability, these are great. 

Korkers Darkhorse Mens - Link

Korkers Darkhorse Womens - Link

Korkers OmniTrax Interchangable Carbide Sole - Link

These will give you the most comfort and stability when fishing rocks. The carbide spikes are excellent for most rock situations however these also work great for wading if you change the soles out. It is nice to be able to switch to regular, felt and carbide spikes for different situations. 

Dry Suit

Kokatat Hydrus Dry Suit - Link

You need a dry suit for kayak fishing in cold water. The Kokatat one has an easy to open zipper for going to the bathroom and is comfortable yet still rugged. 

Wet Suit

Cressi Bahia Flex 2.5mm Front Zip Wet Suit - Link

Front zip suits are great for using the bathroom more easily. The 2.5mm is great for Late Spring and Fall when the water hits 60F. Too cold to swim, but too hot for a dry suit. 

PFD's (Lifejacket)

Onyx Fishing Life Jacket - Link

These are a great value and coast guard approved. Great for kayaking or boats, they've got plenty of pocket storage and comfortable. 

NRS Chinook Fishing Life Jacket - Link

Little pricier but worth it. These are extremely comfortable, simple design and more than enough pocket storage for fishing.