Mornings start quiet and low along the Rondout, dock lines slipping as the fog lifts over steel and riverbank. Tippin'Scales Charters moves with the river’s own rhythm: tide-driven, focused, and honest.
What to Expect:
🎣 Dedicated Hudson River charters targeting striped bass, catfish, and more
🛥️ Modern, well-kept boat fully rigged for group or solo anglers
🗺️ Captain with deep local knowledge of tides, flows, and holding structure
📸 Filleted catches and dockside photos at trip’s end
🕰️ Laid-back, full or half-day trips tuned to bite windows
Important Information:
✔ All gear provided; just bring weather gear and lunch
✔ Book via phone; captain responds promptly to texts and calls
✔ Steps and a low dock—ask about mobility needs before booking
✔ USCG licensed and insured; life jackets on board for all
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🌅 Early Bite Pays: Spring striper runs peak at dawn; aim to meet dockside by 5:30 AM if you want the best action.
💧 Tide Is Everything: Fishing success hinges on moving water—check trip times with the captain to hit prime tides.
🥪 Pack Food/Drink: No onboard galley; bring your own food, water, and layers—Hudson runs cool before noon.
🪪 License Reminder: All anglers 16+ need a NYS fishing license for these trips, even on a charter.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Feedback highlights the captain’s friendliness and skillful boat handling, with many guests calling out the relaxed but attentive atmosphere on board. Most trips result in solid catches and guests note the boat is clean and well-outfitted. Only rare mentions of weather-cancelled trips—generally rescheduled without hassle.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
