Fresh Bait
Fresh bunker, sandworms, night crawlers, salted clams, and silversides.
59 Lincoln Rd · Montauk, NY 11954
Salt in the air,
Bait in the bucket.
The original morning stop for fresh bunker, heavy tackle, and the local word on the bite.
Stocked Daily
In before sunrise · Out before the biteDon't see what you're after? We're happy to special-order it for you — just ask at the counter or give us a call.
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Bob Dunlop, OwnerRead the Whole Story →
"If Bob doesn't have it, the fish probably aren't biting."
Cool Gear Fishing's isn't a corporate franchise. It's a small Montauk shop built on honest advice, fresh bait, and reels that actually work when the run hits.
Whether you're a seasoned surfcaster or you're taking your kid out for their first scup, the welcome is the same — and the advice is free.
Stop by before the tide turns.
Get Directions⬢ The Gallery
Inside the shop,
on the sand.
⬢ What folks are saying
Five-star word
from the dock.
4.9
★★★★★
Average rating
From local & visiting anglers
★★★★★
01 / 06
“Bob was very helpful and has it all! Charming local spot. Highly recommend for all your fishing needs! Thanks Bob”
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Local stop
Stop in, say hi to Bob, and join the wall of regulars.
Plan a Visit →Every day, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We're in before sunrise to take in fresh bait — give us a call if you need something earlier.
Yes. Fresh bunker, sandworms, night crawlers, salted clams, and silversides. Call ahead for live availability — it moves fast.
We do. Refurbished Penn reels, surf casters, spinning combos. Every used reel gets tested before it leaves the shop. Trade-ins are welcome.
59 Lincoln Rd, Montauk, NY 11954. Locally owned and operated — not a chain.
Always. Bob and the crew share the local word on the bite, the tides, and what rig to throw — free of charge with any bag of bait.