Before I moved to Tennesse , I surf fished a lot since I lived close to Jones beach. LOng Island.. Surf fishing is a lot differant then Bass fishing. You will need a Surf rod 7 to 9ft. and a good surf Reel ( PENN)? Your best bet would be go to a to a tackle store and find out whats biteing . JD 7 gave you some excellant advice. on condition of the surf etc. Hope the Blues are running you will have a ball... As for Sharks keep your hands a way from there mouths , They have TEETH . not like Bass. POst if you do any good .. YANK