Best Striper Fishing Lures (2011 Best Striper Fishing Lures & Best Striper Plugs)

EastCoastAngler.net is proud to continue our second installment in our new series about the craftsmen behind the lures we can’t get enough of. We are bringing you a little bit about the lives of the people who make beautiful, hand made, wooden lures; the producers of true Americana. It seems only fitting that our second post is about an indie plug craftsmen, the artist behind Murph The Surf, Classic Wooden Lures & Plugs. Read on and meet Mr. John Irwin. 

John hails from Mystic Island, New Jersey and spent his childhood near Gravelling Point. John and his family reside in Folsom, New Jersey, his native state. He began making plugs about 20 years ago, and in my opinion his creations are reminiscent of Tim Burton masterpieces. He began creating plugs for a few specific reasons. John primarily fishes using wood plugs, loves working with his hands and has creative, artistic talent. Blend all these elements together – and bam, Murph the Surf is born. Read on.

Best Connecticut Tackle Shops: Fisherman's World, Norwalk, CT

For more than 50 years, Fisherman's World has provided everyone from beginners to professional charter captains with the best fishing tackle, accessories and advice available anywhere. Fisherman's World's owner, Rick Mola, has both owned and skippered charter boats for more than twenty five years, and the Fisherman's World salespeople are seasoned fisherman and true experts on every type of tackle and technique. Stop by and see if we can't improve your fishing experiences.
http://www.fishermansworld.net/
2 Fort Point Street • East Norwalk, CT • 203-866-1075
Directions:From I-95 North:Take exit 16 (East Avenue) at end of ramp, turn right onto East Avenue. Follow East Avenue through 3 traffic lights to first stopsign - turn right onto Seaview Avenue - go to next traffic light, Fisherman's World will be on your right directly across from Veteran's Park.
From I-95 South:Take exit 16 (East Avenue) at end of ramp, turn left onto East Avenue. Follow East Avenue through 3 traffic lights to first stopsign - turn right onto Seaview Avenue - go to next traffic light, Fisherman's World will be on your right directly across from Veteran's Park.

Orvis, Darien CT

For more than 150 years the name Orvis has stood for outdoor traditions, quality, and customer satisfaction. In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. When visiting Orvis ask for Chris Mantz who is the fishing manager. Chris is a native to the NY/CT area where he grew up fishing the coastline from New York to Rhode Island. He grew proficient in both salt and freshwater angling, and earned a position as a guide and instructor with the fly fishing school at Orvis Sandanona. Chris has worked hard to bring a balance of both fresh and saltwater angling to the fishing department in Darien.
http://www.orvis.com/intro.asp?subject=541
432 Boston Post Road Darien, 06820
Phone: 203-662-0844Fax: 203-662-8517 Driving Directions Printable Map
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Westport Outfitters, Norwalk CT

For more than 20 years, Westport Outfitters has been supplying recreational anglers and boating enthusiasts from Connecticut and New York with the equipment, supplies and know-how they need to enjoy the ultimate saltwater and freshwater fishing experience. Everyone here at Westport Outfitters has extensive experience with all of the gear and equipment we sell. When we are not in the store, you can find us wading rivers or casting to pods of blues out on the sound. We have tried to ensure that we offer anglers and boaters only the best when it comes to: Instruction • Fishing Equipment • Boat Sales, Service and Storage • Chartering

http://www.westportoutfitters.com/

609 Riverside Avenue Westport, CT 06880 P: 203-341-9490 F: 203-341-9423 ejohnson@westportoutfitters.com

Please feel free to call or stop by the store so we can meet fellow enthusiasts and introduce you to our great staff. If you want to learn more about us offline click here to download the Westport Outfitters Brochure as a PDF.