Brandon, depends on what you mean by best tackle. Betty and Nicks in seaside park was always number one in the area but I believe with the passing of owner John Bushell this October the shop will lose its personality since his son is not very good with customers. Also, their reports have been somewhat long tooth lately. As far as fresh bait shops no one beats the New Dolphin in Seaside Park, owner Bill Clinton has been supplying the most reasonable, freshest bait for years. Up and comming in the area is Murphy's Hook House Toms River handles very nice selection of surf lures.