Shiners will catch stripers if you put them in front of the striper. Some days they are real picky and that is when the Alewifes can be the bait of choice. Getting to know your depth finder can be the biggest help. That and being able to put the baits at the same depths you are marking bait. The other thing to consider is a decent bait tank. The fresher the bait, the better. Most often, Stripers do not want a lathargec shad, they want it alive and kicking.

Agree with the other guys, the 30# line is a little heavy for the lake. With a good drag setting, 20# is as heavy as you'll need. I prefer not to go too light as I catch and release in cooler weather when the stripers are shallow. With a lighter line, you'll have to play them longer which lessens their chance of survival after release.

If you are new to striper fishing, you might also consider a guide. Maybe try a couple of trips, in different seasons to pick up some pointers.

Andrew