Early April, I would be looking at the clay banks. Sliver (jointed plug by Rapala), bomber (long A), bucktails, or deep running cranks. I don't get too carried away with colors. Most of my plugs are white with red head. If you are real into colors, pick a few of your favorites. Most nights stripers don't really care. Bucktails (3/8 or 1/2 oz) white or blue over white with a split tailed spinner bait trailer in pearl. If the water is stained, I might try a chartreuse trailer.

Andrew