[Jigman13]

This time of year a lot of fish are caught right in the suds. Wind in the face is primo along with a bit of a churned up surf. Tailor your gear to what the fish are feeding on. Adult bunker = plugs; sand eels, peanuts, spearing, minnows of other kinds, any remaining mullet = metals (and you can add a teaser 2' above your tins if you'd like). If you keep your casts with things like SPs, mag darters or hydro-minnows low enough, you can steal a few extra yards. Avoid lob casts as they're obviously more subject to catching the wind and putting an insane bow in the line, and you'll fall victim to wind knots.

The distance of your cast isnt overly crucial unless the fish are past the breakers. Then its a waiting game if you cant reach. It's more important to learn what the beach and seas are doing. Wear polarized sunglasses, identify the sand bars, cuts, drop offs and any other noticeable structure distinctions as the water recedes after hitting the beach.

Another thing to consider if cast distance is a hinderance--line weight. I typically fish #30 8-strand but keep a spare reel spool with me (or in the car) with #20 on it if needed. I often put just as much time into preparation as I do fishing...