5/1/26 Go Big or Go Fish!
Southern Rhode Island Fishing Report – May 1st
Go Big or Go Fish
The fish are in, and they're spread across a variety of spots. Whether you're fishing from shore or boat, there are plenty of opportunities right now—and more fish keep arriving.
It's been a week of quality over quantity, with more big fish showing than small.
Striped Bass
Bass fishing is officially in full swing. Large numbers have pushed onto the shoreline, and more are on the way. It's been an interesting start, with many of the first fish pushing 30"+. Smaller fish are around, but not in big numbers yet.
With the full moon, water has been ripping through the breachway. If you're fishing inside, make sure you're geared up:
- Heavy bucktails or paddletails (2 oz recommended)
- If current is too strong, slide into areas that slack off further into the pond
Water temps in the salt ponds climbed earlier this week, hitting 60°+ in some areas, which triggered solid cinder worm activity. Fish have been keyed in on them.
Out front has been quieter for boat guys targeting bass, but there have been good reports coming from the bay.
Stop in for a reel respool, or grab early-season favorites like:
Lure of the Week – JYG Chubby
The Chubby is built for presence—featuring a tall profile and large tail designed for bigger, slower presentations.
Perfect when fish are feeding on:
- Bunker (menhaden)
- Herring
- Shad
- Mullet
Key Features:
- Maintains action at slow speeds
- Can be burned on top without rolling
- Great in deeper water or strong current
Specs:
- Head Hooks: 3X BKK
- Weights: ¾ oz, 1 oz, 1.5 oz
Colors:
- Pearl
- Dirty Denero
Tautog
The tog bite jumped up significantly this week thanks to warmer temps. We're not quite at peak spring togging yet, but we're getting close.
- Shore anglers now have a solid shot
- Boat bite becoming more consistent
Gear:
- Magic Tail Tog Jigs (Game Changer & Back Bay Series)
- Jigging World Blackfish Rigs
Bait Talk
Reports of large schools of mackerel out front are a great sign of what's coming.
We're also seeing:
- Silversides moving in and out of the ponds
- Shad
- Smaller bait moving around in the back of ponds with blue and green crabs emerging
- Plenty of shrimp
We're fully stocked with:
Green crabs, sandworms, bunker, mackerel, squid, and clams
Get Ready Now
Now's the time to dial everything in—learn from my mistake, I dropped a few good fish this week from being underprepared.
- Check your line
- Match your leader to conditions
- Be ready to adjust your game plan
- Swap out rusty hooks
- Check your reels (especially the line roller)
Stop by the shop or shop anytime online:
👉 www.breachwaybait.com
We're open 7 days a week.
Shop Hours
- Saturday: 6–6
- Sunday: 6–5
- Monday–Friday: 8–6
Weekend Weather
Friday (5/1):
NW → SW winds ~10 kt. Seas 2–4 ft
High: 59° | Low: 44°
Saturday (5/2):
SW winds 5–10 kt. Seas 2–3 ft. Chance of showers
High: 54° | Low: 46°
Sunday (5/3):
NW → W winds ~10 kt. Seas 2–3 ft. Chance of showers
High: 55° | Low: 43°
Weekend Tides (Breachway Flow)
Friday (5/1)
Outgoing: 11:37 AM → 5:12 PM
Incoming: 5:12 PM → 11:49 PM
Outgoing: 11:49 PM → 6:18 AM*
🌙 Full Moon
Saturday (5/2)
Incoming: 6:18 AM → 12:15 PM
Outgoing: 12:15 PM → 5:40 PM
Incoming: 5:40 PM → 12:24 AM*
🌙 Waning Gibbous
Sunday (5/3)
Outgoing: 12:24 AM → 6:51 AM
Incoming: 6:51 AM → 12:53 PM
Outgoing: 12:53 PM → 6:11 PM
🌙 Waning Gibbous
*Denotes after midnight (following day)
It's on like Donkey Kong, and things are only getting better from here.
Good luck this weekend and tight lines.
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