# S3 E16 | Solve The Noncommittal Striper Struggle

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Podcast: [The Surfcast Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-surfcast-podcast-6745937)
Published: 2026-04-13T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

When striped bass are around but just won't commit, it can feel like you're doing everything right—and still coming up empty. In this episode, we break down the frustrating reality of "noncommittal" stripers in the surf and how we work to change their mood. If you've ever said, "they're here, but they won't eat," this one's for you. Read our blog: https://surfcastpodcast.com/category/in-the-wash/ Please visit our sponsors! SEVIIN Reels https://seviinreels.com/ St. Croix Rods https://stcroixrods.com/ The Surfcaster https://www.thesurfcaster.com/ Check out Jerry's new book: https://geni.us/HookedBook The Surfcast Podcast is your weekly source for surf fishing discussions, tactics, interviews, news, and more. The Surfcast Podcast is hosted by Jerry Audet and Toby Lapinski, two of the most dedicated and obsessed surf fishermen you'll ever meet. Whether you're a newbie just dipping your toes in the surf, a seasoned sharpie with saltwater running through your veins, or your casts land somewhere in-between, The Surfcast Podcast is for you. https://surfcastpodcast.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheSurfcastPodcast https://www.instagram.com/thesurfcastpodcast/

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