Raritan Bay Fall Striper Run

[DavidFWF]

Alright, guys. I'm in a bit of a spot right now. The fall run is getting closer and closer every day. I'm going to Cabela's tomorrow to get some new gear, what do y'all recommend me getting when I have nothing for Surf fishing the Raritan Bay/Sandy Hook? I have an 8' med-heavy rod, a 9' heavy rod and a 10'6" heavy rod with 50lb braid on all of them. What lures and hooks do y'all recommend? I've used Clams with no luck for the past 2 years. Seriously. 2 years and have never landed a Striper or Blue. Really hoping to break that this coming month or so.