Big spring time smallies on beds! This footage is from last May in Minnesota but the spawn is already happening in warmer parts of the country!
Gear used:
Rod: St Croix LT 5’10” M XF https://amzn.to/2VBNYQf
Reel: Abu Garcia Revo MGX 20 https://amzn.to/3cptqB7
Line: 12lb Trilene Sensation https://amzn.to/2VfQw7v
Lure: Nikko Zaza 6″ bass worm – junebug/club tail
Hooks: VMC #2 Neko https://amzn.to/3ah93or
Weight: VMC 3/32oz Neko https://amzn.to/3bhxUtJ
Net: Frabill #3672 https://amzn.to/2Vf8eIk
Pliers: Umpqua Rivergrip https://amzn.to/3bhy7gv
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To those concerned that this kind of fishing i.e. "bed fishing" has a negative affect, rest assured; that's simply not true. Smallmouth [and other fish species], have an inherent ability to deal with adversity on multiple fronts for one simple reason; God designed/created them. That includes this planet and us as well.
How is your Go Pro attached to your hat? It gives you great footage.
I kinda jumped around in the video a bit so i'm not sure whether you mentioned it or not, but i don't believe these fish are "feeding." specifically, in my experience, they WOULD NOT eat whatever enters the bed. they are simply protecting. when i have done this the fish took the bait to deeper water, dropped it, and then returned to the bed. i did this, and did this, and did this over and over just to study the phenomena. finally, of course, i sent him the news and enjoyed the fight! its probably the greatest dance with nature that i will ever experience. great video, amigo!
I love the underwater look!
What camera do you use for the underwater footage?
I really appreciate how you addressed the very legitimate concerns about bed fishing and explained your very well-reasoned rationale for continuing to do release-fishing there. Cool underwater footage!
Can anyone explain how his bait is tied? How does the hook separate from the bait, which remains attached to the line?
Did you leave the hook in that fish at 2:40? If so, how come? Getting it out would've caused more damage than,leaving it?
Nice sight fishing
I don't think people know the amount of work that goes into these videos. You should do a video of your editing process, what programs, operating system you use. Just the step by step process of the video from your filming to uploading would be awesome to see. Great vids btw.
What pliers are those?
Where is this river located it’s so nice?
Only problem is when people keep fish during the spawn. I don't get it!
Just wondering if I sent you some homemade hair jigs would you fish them on a video? I make hair jigs with bucktail and sheep hair 1/4 oz yellow red orange pink green bucktail and black and white sheep’s hair
are you able to see what the camera is seeing real-time? if so how are you doing it?
Hey man I am going to buy a ST Croix rod do you like the bass x rod?
That’s a really cool video! Dude the smallmouth you are able to catch out there are impressive!
I thought bass fishing in mn didn’t open until May 9
What I just learned is that they are not hungry … they just like it in their area lol
Great video, as always. I can't wait to get on the small mouth in a week or two here in WNY. Just need the river to warm up a bit. I did catch a good size smally almost 3 weeks ago.
Apslutly crazy 🙃🙃🙃
Love the under water strike footage. Awesome. So much more intense.
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Was looking to order some of the hellgramites you’ve thrown in past videos. I think you said they were made in China. Could you let me know the name of the company who makes them? Thanks, love the videos bud.
Your content is absolutely exceptional…. Thank you!!
I say it over and over , Best channel on YouTube !
This is the coolest fishing video I've ever seen! Those underwater views are amazing and your editing is on point. I especially appreciate how you take the time to show us the fishes coloration and patterns. Very well excecuted!
what kayak do you use?
Great content as usual big fan from the beginning.
You and Sobi have the best content. Yours is simple and you pull out biggens all day
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not a fan of bed fishing but you put them back fast thanks for telling us about your bait setup.
how do you keep your camera from moving underwater?
love their baits