I'm a gamer, I don't even watch fishing videos. But a while back, I saw one of your uploads and subscribed. It wasn't because of the gear you used or the technique you favored, it was because it looked like you enjoyed what you were doing and that you had a passion for it. You will always see the battle of preferred products (Apple VS Android, Xbox VS Playstation, Chevy VS Ford), Just do YOU. Love the videos and I cant wait to see more
I'm proud of you Marty. You are doing a great job. Some people are always going to be critical of those of us that put ourselves out there. Keep doing what you are doing brother.
I like seeing the modifications you do to your yak. You are a creative genius. I also like the tranquility of your show. Who needs people screaming at you when they catch a fish? Just keep making more videos. Glad you got a sponsor. You deserve it.
I've been watching your videos for over a year now without subbing. I did upvote and like them, but I'm not the guy to subscribe and unsubscribe easily. When I was watching your video I thought "your eggs are getting cold" - and one second later you said it ;)
This dude can make a video while he's eating and I'm totally entertained, haha LOVE the vids Marty, keep being you man...I got a ton of respect for ya!
Hey Marty, We've been watching your channel for a long time now. One of the things that we enjoy about your videos is that your authentic, and you truly look like your enjoying every minute whether its working on your boat or kayaks or fishing. Don't lose that brother. PS. My family now owns 3 kayaks and thanks to you and your videos we get out and enjoy the water and outdoors.
Why anyone would criticize you accepting a sponsorship is beyond me... You've inspired so many, including myself, to go out and have fun regardless of what you can afford. It goes back to the first video of your red kayak named the poor mans kayak. It's about be proud of what you have an not being envious of others. Thank you for what you do! Well deserved! Keep doing what you do, all of us here keep coming back for more!
Your videos are always so relaxing to watch, fishing or not. Even watching you cook your breakfast is relaxing. Haha. I thought this video was really cool because you "kept it real." I mean...I wouldn't expect anything less from your personality -- you are a great guy. I totally agree with you: folks should get sponsorships based on their own tastes and experiences. In other words, one should only portray a product/service if the same feels comfortable and confident about that brand/company. I'm happy for you and I will be looking forward to more Yak fishing!
I just got a mad river canoe 14' off craigslist for me and my wife and it has brought us so much joy and bonding time. Its nothing special but the memories it brings to me and my wife are priceless. Thanks for inspiring me to get on the water and make some memories, friend.
My first and present yak is a Viper. It was cheaper new than most are used. Together with your inspiration and a sack full of PVC fittings, it does nearly everything I want it to do. .... I think people get all caught up in the dollar signs and forget the reason of getting out there. ... Thanks for keeping it real, my friend!
Everybody needs to make a living, and if the endorsements enable you to continue to do things you like, then it is a living ! Nobody can argue with that ! Keep going !
jesus id wear pink womens g strings if they were going to sponsor me. You gotta be realistic guys. 3 years of making videos, if not longer. He deserves something. And on another note (i did post this on another video but i think some people would like to have the same thought i did) Could you imagine if you never got that little red kayak. where your life would be. Amazing how one thing that cost you 250 dollars could transform into a full blow passion. Great work on the video's and if I had a company id be sponsoring the crap out of you.
Your humble beginnings and persona are resonating with your thousands of fans. From my perspective, despite never having fished in salt water, your videos including DIY (poor man’s kayak) and your Pelican mods and breakfast discussions (with its 350+ comments) are without exaggeration the MOST inspiring videos I can remember seeing on TH-cam. Since you shared, so will I. Here’s a short story: I’ve lived my 60+ years in Canada (you might of heard of it … the frozen north). At age 10, my first “boat” was a wooden raft that we (me and my friends) made from thin cedar trees we chopped down and tied together with binder-twine from a barn. We sailed that raft in a stagnant pond so small I could throw a rock across it. Why? Because that’s where we built the raft - the only boat water we had walkable access to/from our homes. We made our fun for the simple reason we couldn’t afford to buy it. At 58 yrs old, I bought my first kayak (a cheap 10ft Pelican sit-on-top) which I love and still have. I’ve had fun taking it to over 30 different (fresh water) destinations, now that that I’m old enough to drive. I moved up to a WS 10ft Tarpon because the rails invite customization. Remembering my roots, I have made my rod/net holders from 1-¼"DIA ABS plumbing and felt great satisfaction for “making it unique” INSTEAD of buying retail versions. But your mods are blowing us out of the water. Keep sharing. We love ya, man.
I was upset (but never commented) at the fact that I'm sick of seeing ads for everything EVERYWHERE but what sets you apart is you acknowledge your subs questions and make this vid which lets ppl understand you're just being real!
Anyone saying its wrong to take a on a sponsor is either jealous or an idiot. I've been watching your videos for a few years now and I have to thank you for introducing me to kayak fishing its probably the most fun I've ever had, so thank you and congratulations on your sponsorship deal. I'd sooner just open google quick and type in the channel name but to show my support I'll subscribe.
So let me see if I understand this... you started making fishing videos for the fun of it and found out you had a knack for doing it. You are a master craftsman and DIY'er and regularly provided videos for us to watch. You have a natural ability to narrate, catch fish, and edit hours of video into a few minutes of what is a informational and entertaining product. And you maintain a regular job. As a result of this you started to find some success, not only in viewership, but businesses started giving you some sponsorship.
Zoffinger, don't apologize for your actions, you my friend are an entrepreneur in the making! many changes in your new business will happen and only the people who cannot accept change will judge you. I became an entrepreneur 15 years ago and thought my first decisions would be the ones that took me to fame and fortune, "wrong"success will only be available to you by making new decisions. Congratulations my friend and continue doing what you do best.
Just wanted to say that I am looking hard into getting a pelican as my next Kayak because I trust you Marty. Thank you for your awesome videos and honest perspective on many subject matters. Keep up the great work.
I'm a gamer, I don't even watch fishing videos. But a while back, I saw one of your uploads and subscribed. It wasn't because of the gear you used or the technique you favored, it was because it looked like you enjoyed what you were doing and that you had a passion for it. You will always see the battle of preferred products (Apple VS Android, Xbox VS Playstation, Chevy VS Ford), Just do YOU. Love the videos and I cant wait to see more
I'm proud of you Marty. You are doing a great job. Some people are always going to be critical of those of us that put ourselves out there. Keep doing what you are doing brother.
I like seeing the modifications you do to your yak. You are a creative genius. I also like the tranquility of your show. Who needs people screaming at you when they catch a fish? Just keep making more videos. Glad you got a sponsor. You deserve it.
I've been watching your videos for over a year now without subbing. I did upvote and like them, but I'm not the guy to subscribe and unsubscribe easily. When I was watching your video I thought "your eggs are getting cold" - and one second later you said it ;)
This dude can make a video while he's eating and I'm totally entertained, haha LOVE the vids Marty, keep being you man...I got a ton of respect for ya!
Hey Marty, We've been watching your channel for a long time now. One of the things that we enjoy about your videos is that your authentic, and you truly look like your enjoying every minute whether its working on your boat or kayaks or fishing. Don't lose that brother. PS. My family now owns 3 kayaks and thanks to you and your videos we get out and enjoy the water and outdoors.
Why anyone would criticize you accepting a sponsorship is beyond me... You've inspired so many, including myself, to go out and have fun regardless of what you can afford. It goes back to the first video of your red kayak named the poor mans kayak. It's about be proud of what you have an not being envious of others. Thank you for what you do! Well deserved! Keep doing what you do, all of us here keep coming back for more!
Your videos are always so relaxing to watch, fishing or not. Even watching you cook your breakfast is relaxing. Haha. I thought this video was really cool because you "kept it real." I mean...I wouldn't expect anything less from your personality -- you are a great guy. I totally agree with you: folks should get sponsorships based on their own tastes and experiences. In other words, one should only portray a product/service if the same feels comfortable and confident about that brand/company. I'm happy for you and I will be looking forward to more Yak fishing!
I just got a mad river canoe 14' off craigslist for me and my wife and it has brought us so much joy and bonding time. Its nothing special but the memories it brings to me and my wife are priceless. Thanks for inspiring me to get on the water and make some memories, friend.
My first and present yak is a Viper. It was cheaper new than most are used. Together with your inspiration and a sack full of PVC fittings, it does nearly everything I want it to do. .... I think people get all caught up in the dollar signs and forget the reason of getting out there. ... Thanks for keeping it real, my friend!
Everybody needs to make a living, and if the endorsements enable you to continue to do things you like, then it is a living ! Nobody can argue with that ! Keep going !
jesus id wear pink womens g strings if they were going to sponsor me. You gotta be realistic guys. 3 years of making videos, if not longer. He deserves something. And on another note (i did post this on another video but i think some people would like to have the same thought i did) Could you imagine if you never got that little red kayak. where your life would be. Amazing how one thing that cost you 250 dollars could transform into a full blow passion. Great work on the video's and if I had a company id be sponsoring the crap out of you.
For me it has never been about the kayak. It has always been about the adventures. Keep them coming and thanks for sharing.
thanks, i really ;love the fact that you are getting sponsored and that you are doing what you love. keep it up.
Your humble beginnings and persona are resonating with your thousands of fans. From my perspective, despite never having fished in salt water, your videos including DIY (poor man’s kayak) and your Pelican mods and breakfast discussions (with its 350+ comments) are without exaggeration the MOST inspiring videos I can remember seeing on TH-cam. Since you shared, so will I. Here’s a short story: I’ve lived my 60+ years in Canada (you might of heard of it … the frozen north). At age 10, my first “boat” was a wooden raft that we (me and my friends) made from thin cedar trees we chopped down and tied together with binder-twine from a barn. We sailed that raft in a stagnant pond so small I could throw a rock across it. Why? Because that’s where we built the raft - the only boat water we had walkable access to/from our homes. We made our fun for the simple reason we couldn’t afford to buy it. At 58 yrs old, I bought my first kayak (a cheap 10ft Pelican sit-on-top) which I love and still have. I’ve had fun taking it to over 30 different (fresh water) destinations, now that that I’m old enough to drive. I moved up to a WS 10ft Tarpon because the rails invite customization. Remembering my roots, I have made my rod/net holders from 1-¼"DIA ABS plumbing and felt great satisfaction for “making it unique” INSTEAD of buying retail versions. But your mods are blowing us out of the water. Keep sharing. We love ya, man.
I was upset (but never commented) at the fact that I'm sick of seeing ads for everything EVERYWHERE but what sets you apart is you acknowledge your subs questions and make this vid which lets ppl understand you're just being real!
Anyone saying its wrong to take a on a sponsor is either jealous or an idiot. I've been watching your videos for a few years now and I have to thank you for introducing me to kayak fishing its probably the most fun I've ever had, so thank you and congratulations on your sponsorship deal. I'd sooner just open google quick and type in the channel name but to show my support I'll subscribe.
So let me see if I understand this... you started making fishing videos for the fun of it and found out you had a knack for doing it. You are a master craftsman and DIY'er and regularly provided videos for us to watch. You have a natural ability to narrate, catch fish, and edit hours of video into a few minutes of what is a informational and entertaining product. And you maintain a regular job. As a result of this you started to find some success, not only in viewership, but businesses started giving you some sponsorship.
Zoffinger, don't apologize for your actions, you my friend are an entrepreneur in the making! many changes in your new business will happen and only the people who cannot accept change will judge you. I became an entrepreneur 15 years ago and thought my first decisions would be the ones that took me to fame and fortune, "wrong"success will only be available to you by making new decisions. Congratulations my friend and continue doing what you do best.
Just wanted to say that I am looking hard into getting a pelican as my next Kayak because I trust you Marty. Thank you for your awesome videos and honest perspective on many subject matters. Keep up the great work.