Don't sweat it man. Everyone has days like that. You're not alone. Keep that positive energy going! Long time follower, and I'm a walleye guy. But your content is addictive! Thanks for doing what you do Ben and team!
Love following you on your tournament trail. Hope you do this for years to come! You're doing a great thing for the sport of bass fishing, sir! Good Luck at St. Law!
Awesome seeing Max out there with you, that boy is growing like a weed! Stay positive and run the course and we'll definitely see you winning another one soon! Tight lines
I know I've had tournaments like that. Remember one my partner had two in the boat. Every fish I set the hook on either shake off or break off! Three in the same brush pile. It sucked ass that day. Now when I go to tournaments, I try not to think about it. I try not to go in over confident or under either. Just neutral in between. I'm just finishing and trying find fish and develop a pattern. You're the man Ben, your positivity levels are insane through the ceiling bro! Watching you and the G-man have helped me improve on my positive mind additude when fishing. Thank you for your video's and content, know you got a fallowing and strong fan base that's here to try to cheer you up and help keep your journey moving forward.
Love being apart of this journey! The tourney vids are always my favorite! Aside from 1 or 2 fish that I have seen you have fished pretty clean all year. Keep it up big dog.
I'm also a Ben from Nebraska with the same dream. Very cool to know this guy grew up fishing the same little 200 acre local lakes that I do, Wehrspann, Standing Bear, Zorinsky, Two rivers, etc. They are pretty tough to get great bass out of, very heavily pressured public waters in Eastern NE. But I know that kind of adversity probably helped prepare him for the success he has today on better fisheries.
You have so many people pulling for you to succeed in this adventure... great job... I know it wasn't a top 10 but it's important placement for points. Would love a baby reveal when the new MFer joins the crew. Keep grinding ❤
While I doubt you’ll see this Ben, I just wanted to say thanks. I’ve always been into cat fishing but you got me into bass fishing and today I finally caught my first bass, was only a 2.5-3 pounder but man I haven’t been able to wipe the smile off my face since. Thanks for sharing all the info and giving an inside personal look at what it’s like to bass fish and continue to invite more new comers like me to the sport
Maximus is getting huge man that’s insane! Been watching you guys for years since the days of little Max catching those tiny bluegill! Happy to see you living your dream brother!
What's up Ben, Slaw and Mfers 🤜🏻🤛🏻. Even though the bite's been tough, you still manage to not only catch em but also constantly trying to help teach things that some of us may not know!! You'll kick ass regardless.... Keep Rippin 🎣👊🏻
It does suck when you know you made a mistake that cost you - In this case maybe it would have put you inside the top 20 but that was a grinder and you finished 22nd which is a phenomenal finish in the opens, especially this year the BM Opens EQ is full absolutely amazing talent and you are hanging with the best of the best in bass fishing. There is NO harder series to fish. You are a VERY versatile angler. You absolutely dominated on lakes that setup like your home lakes and even on the tough fisheries (Kerr Lake) you held your own and had respectable finishes in the 60s out of 230+ boats and now a 22nd place. You are getting much closer to your dream of fishing the Elite Series!!! Keep crushing!
Hey keep your head up buddy win or lose ur still spreading ur positivity and showing us followers/fans what really happens in these tournaments. It’s crazy how good u adjust to the conditions. But I will say this it’s absolutely bonkers that the past few tournaments everyone is only catching dinks when these lakes have big fish. I can tell u I wasn’t expecting it but u kno what u always find a way to get a bag of 5 each day. The only way that is happening because ur the man the myth the legend, and I’ll always be watching u with the highs and the lows. So keep doing what u do and that’s making great content, and showing guys like me who suck at fishing how we can be successful.
I’ve been tournament fishing for twenty five years Ben great job so far, watch those knots! That kinda stuff turns great fishermen into just your average one,I hope you watched the video of Nanna he was very informative about how he won just like you,the part about letting his bait fall down thru the white bass until he felt heaviness was the ticket. Broken off fish cheap line and bad knots are not good 😊
I can’t wait to see ya scope some of them brown slaunches up north!Hope you an momma and the newest edition are doing well.We all know ozzy man is being a good bro!
Hey man, keep your head up always. You're still doing awesome. Much love brother from up in northern illinois. If youre ever up this way let me get you on some Fox and Vermillion river smallies. Just saw a picture of a 6.8 out here.
Diffirent game man when you are not hammering on your own turf! Like the content! It's humbling but real! Keep up the good your and grind hard dude!🤘👍👊❤️
I love watching Ben so maybe Im biased but I feel he has an edge on the rest of the field going up north factoring points and what not he is one of the best scopers and can catch big small jaws like its nothing should be fun to see the northern sends for the opens keep on crushing them Ben🤙🏻
I noticed after you caught the catfish you broke off on your next fish. Idk if they rolled over and knicked a bad spot in the line. Just crazy how many damn catfish you caught. Anyway,good luck with the rest of the open series and we’re pulling for you!
I always notice boats popping up almost beside you. When im fishing if i come up on a spot and someone is there i continue on and dont stop. Heck with all the tournaments you never know that man could be on fish and getting ready to win and that 1 fish you catch off his spot could be the one he needs for 10k
Ben have you ever considered fishing wautaga lake in Hampton Tennessee it's my local lake and It would be so awesome to see you fish it we've got small mouth and large
You are surely a great guy, fisherman, father, and person in general... I can REALLY relate to you... You are unlike ANY other pro fisherman I've ever watched in my 40+ years of bass hookin'... Thanks for being real, whil'st you reel... PRE-SHE-ATE-CHA... Remember to just keep on thumpin'!!! Good stuff, MF'er I enjoyed it...
I rarely comment on anything… but through day 2’s grind you’re still laughing and havin fun!!! And that sir, is what it’s about!! And from a father’s perspective, the end of your videos, seeing all the fans that you light up, and how your boy lights up when he sees you.. you’re on the right path brother!! Keep doin you MFer!! 🫡
Hey I just recently become a subscriber and I’m a total bass but I like your videos especially when you show live scope your bait and how the fish react anyway I think I have a good idea on a little twist to a big fish bait and I’ve thought of other baits before they came to market in the past and never knew how to bring them to life but now with social media I figured I would go out on a limb and ask if you would be interested in hearing it and maybe you can help bring it to market
what prevents someone going out there stealthy the night before start time with a little rc craft to get real advanced naval type pings of the lake? it'd probably stun a few weak fish, but give more of a detailed view than the consumer grade sonars Fishing is pushing.
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Thank you very mutch... have a nice Weekend.... see you….
Don't sweat it man. Everyone has days like that. You're not alone. Keep that positive energy going! Long time follower, and I'm a walleye guy. But your content is addictive! Thanks for doing what you do Ben and team!
You are legend for breaking out the Kobe high school jeresy,that's bad ass,and boy max growing up fast,nice job out there,good luck to ya brother👊
❤❤ I would love to hear the jaws sound when you start to cast and catch your biggest fish of the day
Youbettt
Love following you on your tournament trail. Hope you do this for years to come! You're doing a great thing for the sport of bass fishing, sir! Good Luck at St. Law!
Awesome seeing Max out there with you, that boy is growing like a weed! Stay positive and run the course and we'll definitely see you winning another one soon! Tight lines
I know I've had tournaments like that. Remember one my partner had two in the boat. Every fish I set the hook on either shake off or break off! Three in the same brush pile. It sucked ass that day. Now when I go to tournaments, I try not to think about it. I try not to go in over confident or under either. Just neutral in between. I'm just finishing and trying find fish and develop a pattern. You're the man Ben, your positivity levels are insane through the ceiling bro! Watching you and the G-man have helped me improve on my positive mind additude when fishing. Thank you for your video's and content, know you got a fallowing and strong fan base that's here to try to cheer you up and help keep your journey moving forward.
Love being apart of this journey! The tourney vids are always my favorite! Aside from 1 or 2 fish that I have seen you have fished pretty clean all year. Keep it up big dog.
22nd out of 200 is still pretty cool! Keep it up Ben!
I'm also a Ben from Nebraska with the same dream. Very cool to know this guy grew up fishing the same little 200 acre local lakes that I do, Wehrspann, Standing Bear, Zorinsky, Two rivers, etc. They are pretty tough to get great bass out of, very heavily pressured public waters in Eastern NE. But I know that kind of adversity probably helped prepare him for the success he has today on better fisheries.
You have so many people pulling for you to succeed in this adventure... great job... I know it wasn't a top 10 but it's important placement for points. Would love a baby reveal when the new MFer joins the crew. Keep grinding ❤
Got to say Ben you're bringing something to bass fishing and the sport in general that's refreshing and needed
While I doubt you’ll see this Ben, I just wanted to say thanks. I’ve always been into cat fishing but you got me into bass fishing and today I finally caught my first bass, was only a 2.5-3 pounder but man I haven’t been able to wipe the smile off my face since. Thanks for sharing all the info and giving an inside personal look at what it’s like to bass fish and continue to invite more new comers like me to the sport
Maximus is getting huge man that’s insane! Been watching you guys for years since the days of little Max catching those tiny bluegill! Happy to see you living your dream brother!
That bird shot was some of the dopest stuff I’ve ever seen ! You never cease to amaze me dudes 🤘
I was waitin for it to land on the boat or Ben lol
Yeah Cole does a great job with the videos
Loving these tournament videos. The main thing is that number nine spot I got all the faith in the world in ya buddy.
Keep working hard man !!
I will!
What's up Ben, Slaw and Mfers 🤜🏻🤛🏻. Even though the bite's been tough, you still manage to not only catch em but also constantly trying to help teach things that some of us may not know!! You'll kick ass regardless.... Keep Rippin 🎣👊🏻
You got this Ben!! Keep grinding
That's a tough day but heck of a day 1 man! Keep grinding and fishing the way you do best! You got this!!
We are pulling for you buddy !!!!!!! from Houston Texas
Bro good to see Max he's growing up fast almost as tall as you are
Seriously I’ve only got like 2 inches on him 😳
@@MillikenFishingwish we could see more of joe. Even though i get to work with him every day.
Hell I'd love to see you again haven't seen you since that day at the Truck stop in Nebraska
Awesome video guys!! Great job for sure in the tournament.
As much as I love seeing you and Coleslaw running around in the rip n raft, it's great to see you moving on to bigger things. As always, hammer down
@Millikenfishing..... always my man
@ 6:38 that's a great clip of the heron with the bass tournys blurred in the foreground.
It does suck when you know you made a mistake that cost you - In this case maybe it would have put you inside the top 20 but that was a grinder and you finished 22nd which is a phenomenal finish in the opens, especially this year the BM Opens EQ is full absolutely amazing talent and you are hanging with the best of the best in bass fishing. There is NO harder series to fish. You are a VERY versatile angler. You absolutely dominated on lakes that setup like your home lakes and even on the tough fisheries (Kerr Lake) you held your own and had respectable finishes in the 60s out of 230+ boats and now a 22nd place. You are getting much closer to your dream of fishing the Elite Series!!! Keep crushing!
Great finish! Can we get some more big bait teaching videos in the future?
Great job Ben!!! Keep swinging and slapping them in the face. Can’t wait to meet you at the Classic!!!!! Coming from Lake Lanier!
Keep slaying ‘em Ben. 🎣
Thank you 💪🏻
Great video! Even though it was a rough day, you still grinded it out!! Way to go MF'ER!!
Keep it going!!
Hey keep your head up buddy win or lose ur still spreading ur positivity and showing us followers/fans what really happens in these tournaments. It’s crazy how good u adjust to the conditions. But I will say this it’s absolutely bonkers that the past few tournaments everyone is only catching dinks when these lakes have big fish. I can tell u I wasn’t expecting it but u kno what u always find a way to get a bag of 5 each day. The only way that is happening because ur the man the myth the legend, and I’ll always be watching u with the highs and the lows. So keep doing what u do and that’s making great content, and showing guys like me who suck at fishing how we can be successful.
Must be my lucky day 😊! You know what to do Ben great job. Ozzie and Max are growing up fast and awesome to see the family support.
Keep on keeping on! Can’t wait for the next one !
Love the beats and editing!
I’ve been tournament fishing for twenty five years Ben great job so far, watch those knots! That kinda stuff turns great fishermen into just your average one,I hope you watched the video of Nanna he was very informative about how he won just like you,the part about letting his bait fall down thru the white bass until he felt heaviness was the ticket. Broken off fish cheap line and bad knots are not good 😊
Ben!! Keep crankin man! There's still some daggum studs to be had!
we all have tough days on the water. All you can do is try again the next day. Good luck on the tournament trail
cool shot of the heron flying between you and the competitor!
I can’t wait to see ya scope some of them brown slaunches up north!Hope you an momma and the newest edition are doing well.We all know ozzy man is being a good bro!
Dang! What a rough day. Can't wait to follow the next one.
Another great video as always. I have used lots of your tips in my MLF EVENTS and on my channel as well. Keep up the great work
Mama said there'll be days like this. Shake it off and keep moving forward dude!
The other competitors see your boat and pull right in on you. I can’t believe the lack of respect. They’re so desperate.
GREAT FINISH!
Great job Ben!
Hey man, keep your head up always. You're still doing awesome. Much love brother from up in northern illinois. If youre ever up this way let me get you on some Fox and Vermillion river smallies. Just saw a picture of a 6.8 out here.
Sure this is so much different than doing your other videos !! Keep up your great efforts 👌
You gotta love the behind the back release.
Diffirent game man when you are not hammering on your own turf! Like the content! It's humbling but real! Keep up the good your and grind hard dude!🤘👍👊❤️
You’ll figure it out Ben,you ain’t got this far to lose it all now! You got this!!
Great video Ben. I always learn something new….
Congratulations on the new baby!! I'm sending y'all the early congrats in case it happens before your next video 😁🤝🏻
Doing it man. Keep grinding
I love watching Ben so maybe Im biased but I feel he has an edge on the rest of the field going up north factoring points and what not he is one of the best scopers and can catch big small jaws like its nothing should be fun to see the northern sends for the opens keep on crushing them Ben🤙🏻
Appreciate you! Only 1 "northern" open on the schedule and its really difficult to use livescope in the current on the river, so we will see!
Keep it going Ben.
That rod toss 😂. Bounce back 💯
And the behind the back dinker toss was priceless
Ending was cool!
Keep working Ben, it will come.
I'm hoping you can find the big ones next tournament. Very frustrating day 2 I'm sure.
Your family support is so cool to see.
Coleslaw with the SICK blue heron shot!
You are the man Ben Milliken
Love the content man!
You're the man just giving you props for male here in Southwest Nebraska
You got this my man way to grind!!!
You got this Ben!
Ain’t gonna lie, when you first revealed the Lakers jersey I was hoping it was the ‘Fletch’ Lakers jersey from movie Fletch w/ Chevy Chase.
Dang max is so big now! Hopefully he can make a cameo soon like the old days!
For real!
Love the throwback
I noticed after you caught the catfish you broke off on your next fish. Idk if they rolled over and knicked a bad spot in the line.
Just crazy how many damn catfish you caught.
Anyway,good luck with the rest of the open series and we’re pulling for you!
Wow the kids are growing so fast.
You're doing great!
I always notice boats popping up almost beside you. When im fishing if i come up on a spot and someone is there i continue on and dont stop. Heck with all the tournaments you never know that man could be on fish and getting ready to win and that 1 fish you catch off his spot could be the one he needs for 10k
I live in Oklahoma and the bite has been so slow. Been on the struggle bus for weeks now. Good luck to you.
That slx dc sounds like it’s been through hell and back. It’s so crunchy when he reels in a fish😂.
Yes it is! Hahaha
Love it been keep grinding bro so many believers. Also how do I send you something?
Ben have you ever considered fishing wautaga lake in Hampton Tennessee it's my local lake and It would be so awesome to see you fish it we've got small mouth and large
I knew you were the real deal, keep hammering em bro
@Millikenfishing.....fraudsters actually just the suck hairy turnips in general...
unlucky.. best of luck with the new arrival
You are surely a great guy, fisherman, father, and person in general...
I can REALLY relate to you...
You are unlike ANY other pro fisherman I've ever watched in my 40+ years of bass hookin'...
Thanks for being real, whil'st you reel...
PRE-SHE-ATE-CHA...
Remember to just keep on thumpin'!!!
Good stuff, MF'er
I enjoyed it...
Great video
Keep on making Nebraska Proud..
Love ever single video Bro your the Goat
Great vids man. How are you liking the Caymus?
Is it possible to fish an A rig on a spinning combo because I don’t have a heavy duty baitcaster combo
I rarely comment on anything… but through day 2’s grind you’re still laughing and havin fun!!! And that sir, is what it’s about!!
And from a father’s perspective, the end of your videos, seeing all the fans that you light up, and how your boy lights up when he sees you.. you’re on the right path brother!! Keep doin you MFer!! 🫡
good music. good stuff
Let's goooooo! 🔥🔥🔥
You're going to the CLASSIC
Haven’t seen you throw the monster bait, I’d at least give it a shot over the brush piles for an hour.
Hard to throw it if there ain’t nothing there. Lol. Looked like a struggle
He did you just didn't see it on the video
What happened to the A rig? That looks like a place for that?
Hey I just recently become a subscriber and I’m a total bass but I like your videos especially when you show live scope your bait and how the fish react anyway I think I have a good idea on a little twist to a big fish bait and I’ve thought of other baits before they came to market in the past and never knew how to bring them to life but now with social media I figured I would go out on a limb and ask if you would be interested in hearing it and maybe you can help bring it to market
@Millikenfishing..... what did I win
Bout time we here the DC in the videos again
I use upside on both my vehicles and I have gotten close to $250 bucks over the past couple of years
Over and done on to the next 1
what prevents someone going out there stealthy the night before start time with a little rc craft to get real advanced naval type pings of the lake? it'd probably stun a few weak fish, but give more of a detailed view than the consumer grade sonars Fishing is pushing.
Max is huge. When did that happen
You keep grinding.
Can you please sing one of the BK commercials in your next video? It would be funny as hell
Hey bub when are you gonna make you own jerseys. Just know I will be buying one if you do. Can't wait until you come back to decatur alabama
My MAN!!! Your grind is appreciated and we got you! Keep it going my dude 🌲💚🌳. Keep’em cummin