John Crews, KVD, Brandon Palaniuk, and Tactical Bassin are my goto bass fishing videos for new information and knowledge. Like always thanks for keeping it 100.
This is a great video for learners. Actually good for any Bass fisherman/woman. I have been fishing for over 50 years, some of them as a guide. Also a tourny Angler. Now I fish for pleasure only. I wish this video was around back when I got started. Good advice. My tip? As soon as you catch a fish, try to remember exactly what you were doing when you got bit. And fish ALOT! Bob
Thank you John. Love to watch and listen to grow in my abilities. One of the things I have learned over the years is, yes we need to have those trusted sources for information, but we need to remember that we aren't them (the source) and we need to adapt it to our style. That is why we are all built different. Learn and adapt!! I've learned a lot from you, especially about crankbaits. I use to hate them, but now I use them a lot. Listen, learn, and adapt!
I always appreciate your videos and the information you share. I picked up a lot of things over the last few years of following you. I really like the video you did last Winter on winter time fishing apparel. The jersey gloves kept in the Ziploc’s has been awesome! Thanks for sharing as always.
Be curious about your take on rod/reel handling while fishing. Seems straight forward, but here's where I'm going with that. Learned from Shaw Grigsby to hold the reel as if you have a tiny bird in your hand. Just hold it tight enough not to lose the rod. This definitely enhances feel. I used to focus on this with slow baits (worms, jigs, etc), but more recently even cranks, spinner baits, etc. It makes a HUGE difference in feel. Rod position too. As soon as the bait hits the water I'm in position with the rod and try to focus on that during the retrieve. I learned to pitch and flip left handed (right hand reels), because I got "short strung" by a couple of fish and I was out of position. Anyway, if you could do a vid on that level of detail, I'd be interested in your input. BTW, I'm 60 and have bass fished for 50 years. I got out 80-90 times / year. Deuces.
It's nice when someone who knows confirms your thoughts on bass fishing. Ponds are fish in a big barrel. The ones I fish have little to no cover. They also leak. Lack of rain during the summer caused heavy water loss. Shallows that were productive became deserts. The more bottom you saw, the less fish you caught. It's as if the fish retreated as a self preservation move to the deepest water and refused to bite. Watching this may not confirm my accuracy, but I at least feel I'm not guessing.
Another great video. I fish a lot of 3hr fruit jar tournaments. I always struggle to make myself leave spots where bass normally are. I keep thinking they will be here any minute, instead of trusting my electronics. I wish mentally I could make my self step away and go find the bass
Match the hatch is a falsity.. and color is a huge marketing success. Theres only a few species of animal that have the color of say firefighter. But to my knowledge nothing of which swims in freshwater.. location and presentation is the true key to catch them. Thats the reason why there are literally thousands of baits that work. Bass dont read magazines or watch TH-cam videos.. keep it simple. My biggest tip is to streamline your fishing. If you have a favorite jig.. dont go buy a bunch of others. Stock up on what works for you. Same thing can be said about every other lure category. Same thing with color. Dark, white and natural. Its truly overcomplicated. Second biggest tip is cover water. Keep moving. And from my personal experiences. The big ones are always found where you dont wanna snag that 15 dollar bait.. make the cast others are afraid to throw and hold on tight!!
Completely agree.. bass fishing has become a marketing juggernaut. Most tips aren't really tips.. it's a sales opportunity. Match the hatch is a falsity. Habitat and presentation is the real key to success. I can't tell you how many bass I've caught on a white swim jig and there's only perch and bluegill as the bait fish in the pond or lake. Color doesn't matter. Finding them does
Ponds are great for learning hook sets and practicing casting. A good pond will set your expectations way too high. Especially when it comes to tournament fishing.
@ratbird3290 Bingo! I use them regularly for casting practice, while walking the dog. Not to mention, sometimes you just need to set the hook on a few or maybe test a new lure. A reliable pond is great for scratching that itch.
Love the bit about learn from others BUT...... We call it radio fishing when these rec anglers listen on the radio to the charterboats and hear one is catching fish down by......and they come running even though they have no clue how and why X is catching the fish. Fish your own fish or you are headed for sorrow
There is not one magic lure...except the rat of course. 1 color. 1 make. 1 model. The RAT. Does what the rat does. Catches bass while your walkin around...
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#1: Weeding out TH-cam info! I watch so much I can’t remember any of it 😂
John Crews, KVD, Brandon Palaniuk, and Tactical Bassin are my goto bass fishing videos for new information and knowledge. Like always thanks for keeping it 100.
This is a great video for learners. Actually good for any Bass fisherman/woman. I have been fishing for over 50 years, some of them as a guide. Also a tourny Angler. Now I fish for pleasure only. I wish this video was around back when I got started. Good advice. My tip? As soon as you catch a fish, try to remember exactly what you were doing when you got bit. And fish ALOT! Bob
Definitely a trusted source!
Great stuff John. Simple and it all makes sense. From my experience in anything, the basics have to be covered.
Thank you!
You are one of my top 8 trusted sources. 🙂
Definitely my trusted source
Thank you John. Love to watch and listen to grow in my abilities. One of the things I have learned over the years is, yes we need to have those trusted sources for information, but we need to remember that we aren't them (the source) and we need to adapt it to our style. That is why we are all built different. Learn and adapt!! I've learned a lot from you, especially about crankbaits. I use to hate them, but now I use them a lot. Listen, learn, and adapt!
Great video. Heading to Table Rock Friday. Phantom brown rock crawler is dandy on Table Rock a good part of the year, Close to magic.
That's a really fun bite! Good luck!
Thanks for the tips John. You are 1 of my trusted sources.
As always, great info along with a great delivery. ….And that shirt is 🔥!
I always appreciate your videos and the information you share. I picked up a lot of things over the last few years of following you. I really like the video you did last Winter on winter time fishing apparel. The jersey gloves kept in the Ziploc’s has been awesome! Thanks for sharing as always.
Glad we've been able to help! Appreciate the support!
Be curious about your take on rod/reel handling while fishing. Seems straight forward, but here's where I'm going with that. Learned from Shaw Grigsby to hold the reel as if you have a tiny bird in your hand. Just hold it tight enough not to lose the rod. This definitely enhances feel. I used to focus on this with slow baits (worms, jigs, etc), but more recently even cranks, spinner baits, etc. It makes a HUGE difference in feel. Rod position too. As soon as the bait hits the water I'm in position with the rod and try to focus on that during the retrieve. I learned to pitch and flip left handed (right hand reels), because I got "short strung" by a couple of fish and I was out of position. Anyway, if you could do a vid on that level of detail, I'd be interested in your input. BTW, I'm 60 and have bass fished for 50 years. I got out 80-90 times / year. Deuces.
Thank you for the suggestion and insight! We'll add that to the list of future videos!
Awesomeness ! Great information !
Great info, thanks!
For sure!
Big ups to tactical bassin
It's nice when someone who knows confirms your thoughts on bass fishing. Ponds are fish in a big barrel. The ones I fish have little to no cover. They also leak. Lack of rain during the summer caused heavy water loss. Shallows that were productive became deserts. The more bottom you saw, the less fish you caught. It's as if the fish retreated as a self preservation move to the deepest water and refused to bite. Watching this may not confirm my accuracy, but I at least feel I'm not guessing.
Randy Blauket just said the same thing about the bass in 40ft of water on table rock.
block head
Another great video. I fish a lot of 3hr fruit jar tournaments. I always struggle to make myself leave spots where bass normally are. I keep thinking they will be here any minute, instead of trusting my electronics. I wish mentally I could make my self step away and go find the bass
"Their trigger can change during the day" gives me nightmares 🤣😭😭😭
Happy Thanksgiving John & family !
Match the hatch is a falsity.. and color is a huge marketing success. Theres only a few species of animal that have the color of say firefighter. But to my knowledge nothing of which swims in freshwater.. location and presentation is the true key to catch them. Thats the reason why there are literally thousands of baits that work. Bass dont read magazines or watch TH-cam videos.. keep it simple. My biggest tip is to streamline your fishing. If you have a favorite jig.. dont go buy a bunch of others. Stock up on what works for you. Same thing can be said about every other lure category. Same thing with color. Dark, white and natural. Its truly overcomplicated. Second biggest tip is cover water. Keep moving. And from my personal experiences. The big ones are always found where you dont wanna snag that 15 dollar bait.. make the cast others are afraid to throw and hold on tight!!
I know it's weird bass Green Bay are swimming back and forth near find stretch up to a crayfish Shaw plastic garage
1. Throw away the “bass fishing textbook”
Completely agree.. bass fishing has become a marketing juggernaut. Most tips aren't really tips.. it's a sales opportunity. Match the hatch is a falsity. Habitat and presentation is the real key to success. I can't tell you how many bass I've caught on a white swim jig and there's only perch and bluegill as the bait fish in the pond or lake. Color doesn't matter. Finding them does
Unless it's from the 80's or late 90's
Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍽️🦃🍽️🦃🍽️🦃
Same to you!
Ponds are great for learning hook sets and practicing casting. A good pond will set your expectations way too high. Especially when it comes to tournament fishing.
Very true!
Ponds are still fun no matter what! Reps and sets!
@ratbird3290 Bingo! I use them regularly for casting practice, while walking the dog. Not to mention, sometimes you just need to set the hook on a few or maybe test a new lure. A reliable pond is great for scratching that itch.
THANK YOU!!! 🙏 🙏 🙏
Any time!
Your Tshirts if 🔥
Nice information, but where did you get that shirt?. I would like to get one nice piece of information on the shirt.😊
One more question when you found the bluebills, what technique did you use to catch bass at that depth???
shout out to tactical bassin! The gear junkies.
First! I think this means I get a free bait and some swag 😂🥳
Love the bit about learn from others BUT...... We call it radio fishing when these rec anglers listen on the radio to the charterboats and hear one is catching fish down by......and they come running even though they have no clue how and why X is catching the fish. Fish your own fish or you are headed for sorrow
There is not one magic lure...except the rat of course. 1 color. 1 make. 1 model. The RAT. Does what the rat does. Catches bass while your walkin around...
AHHHHHHHH Men there is NO magic lure.
Wasting too much time in one spot.