210 anglers battle it out on Clear Lake, CA

The Nativewatercraft Big Bass Power Hour tournament on Clear Lake, CA. $1000 for the biggest bass caught each hour with 8 total hours, overall cumulative inches and a great raffle including kayaks on one of the famed bass fisheries of the world. How could it not be epic…right?
FULL TRASH FISH SETUP
Trash fish (6’’) - bit.ly/3PV3Udu
Hook (7/0 3/8 oz) - bit.ly/49ygENW
Rod (7’6’’ MH) - bit.ly/3r6RfHO
Reel (6.7:1) - bit.ly/3Zss2GV
Line(20#) - bit.ly/3sqb6zP
Salt and Pepper - bit.ly/4cTXwg7
FULL SHAKEYHEAD SETUP
Shakey head (5/16 oz GP) - bit.ly/3SVYoch
Worm (5’’ black blue) - bit.ly/3uwbi2v
Rod (7’6’’ MH) - bit.ly/3o2KRhS
Reel (6.7:1) - bit.ly/3Zss2GV
Line(15#) - bit.ly/3sqb6zP
KAYAK TOURNAMENT ESSENTIALS *USE CODE GREG10 FOR 10% OFF
Tool caddy - bit.ly/3JtlG4H
Official measuring board - bit.ly/3L7WF04
Tournament tag ID holder - bit.ly/3l57OEj
360 safety light/flag - bit.ly/3JpJs0j
Portable kayak wheels - bit.ly/3L7VAW9
Paddle holder - bit.ly/3KvlEtx
Dual graph mount (Captains bridge) - bit.ly/46QuKc1
KAYAK ELECTRONICS
Humminbird Helix 9’s - bit.ly/47XYogs
Mega 360 shaft (for kayak) - bit.ly/3RsZYSh
360 deployable mount- bit.ly/3Nfihbf
Battery (code “DARKHORSE” for 15% off) - bit.ly/47NCo8v
Lakemaster Chip (Western States V2) - bit.ly/485ScTF
Dual graph mount (Captains bridge) - bit.ly/46QuKc1
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
05:14 - Coach’ tackle shop
07:17 - Fishing Practice begins
09:48 - Talking to Mike
10:46 - Launch change
13:06 - Another change of plans
16:30 - Wishy Washy
18:00 - The B-Roll skunker
20:00 - Clear Lake Outdoors
24:24 - Dinner and Practice recap
28:34 - Tournament begins
32:35 - A fishing puzzle
36:39 - Big bass Hourly
40:00 - Standings update
42:21 - Shallow unexpected
45:26 - Times up
46:33 - Results
47:17 - Outro/recap

[@briant8142]

“Be stubborn as they are”- possibly the best fishing tip I’ve heard in a long time.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

definitely held true to get some bites on a stingy clear lake!

[@tylerzulewski2424]

Those guys in the tackle shop seem cool as heck.

[@dtack777]

They are, to every single person who comes in too. Doesn't matter who ya are, they'll help you out and answer questions all day. Great shop and there are a few other great ones around the lake!

[@dannywalker5319]

I was thinking the exact same thing. I feel like I could talk to those guys all day and learn so much. Might have to talk to them when my fishing buddy and I hit Clearlake later this year!

[@timlawrence7246]

Clear Lake in general has some great old school feeling tackle shops, but Clear Lake Outdoors is top notch for sure. 👍🏻

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Agreed. it should be the number one stop for anyone especially those traveling from a far to fish clear lake.

[@stevethomas9076]

The way they instantly said "slow down" really struck me as very important. All GB videos are great, but tournaments are all epic.

[@LakeBeltonBassin]

The best part of waking up….(Folgers theme) Is Greg Blanchard videos in your feed!

[@MSmith-jf5wo]

Black Silk and Blanchard mornings, my Favorites.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

yessss 😂😂😂

[@wsa4119]

Good start to the morning is when Greg posts.

[@brycewholley4571]

2:38 "go home and get your electric gun"....lmaoooooo. im gonna be using that one

[@brooksrf231]

Before I opened the app I said to myself " come on Greg, I need one!" And here it is💪🏾💪🏾

[@MarkoMygun]

Ahh yes Great Hot Sweet Coffee, and watching Greg fish a Tournament YES. Greg you did AWESOME, out of over 200 boats and you placed 11th not bad at all. And you made 1k for big fish fine job. Thanks for the video bro can't wait for the next one.

[@LakeBeltonBassin]

Good morning fellas. And thank you Greg for the great video. Solid!

[@yakventures9544]

You always shine on tournament day. Paying attention to little details like the night before tackle shop conversation gave you confidence in the local lore for the conditions. When you tied on the shaky head I had to smile because that’s a bait you’ve started using more of that is paying off. As always great content. Tight Lines Greg.

[@kennightingale516]

Great job on the giant tank of a 22.25. That had to make your day. Don't give up Mike, the year will turn around. Coach, get better, the crew misses picking on you. Keep up the great content Greg.

[@ETXYakin]

I had this playing on our smart tv this weekend and my daughter loved the fish y’all used to represent each of you. Every time she would laugh and say look daddy they colored a fish 😂

[@SuperLefty1981]

You rarely hear Greg’s drag peel on his baitcasters got my hear pumping! Awesome GB

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

my heart was pumping too haha

[@Usuario-23]

Let’s go. Coffee time 👊🏽

[@devincampbell572]

always great to watch greg and get to learn stuff u should do in a tournament and what u should not do but i always like watch greg no matter what happens he is still the best bass fisherman in California

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks man, appreciate you tuning in!

[@devincampbell572]

@@GregBlanchardFishing anytime man

[@LakeBeltonBassin]

Greg “Big Bass” Blanchard! What a Hog!

[@martinw28703]

“How do you throw those on a spinning rod?” 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

😂😂😂

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Greg, definitely my favorite large lake in C A. as far as beautiful. And it does hold some big girls. It was nice to see you hook up with a few nice ones. Solid finish bro. Out of over 200 anglers. 💯 🛶 🎣

[@sandfishinginthesouthwest8675]

I like how positive Greg remains in all the videos!

[@matthewkooyers6599]

Mike and the whole back street Boys fkin killed it still laughing 😂

[@granvillej3316]

Watching you fish this tournament today was better than watching the Olympics. I was cheering you on from beginning to end you had me at the edge of my seat. I feel every angler should take dock talk serious. Sometimes they can give some wise advise “ slow down” can work not only on the lake, but also in life. Thanks for bringing us another high quality video take care and God bless.

[@ctgilcrest]

Love the way trash fish wad up, so soft and easy for bass to inhale. This is a new game for you I like it!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

problem is now i want to order a bunch lol

[@oldschoolfishing4194]

Really enjoyed this. I've been watching you for a long time. Your editing is over the top!

[@lizsmith9948]

Great job Greg in Hour 3 and placing 11th! 👍👍👍 That Big Fish made up for getting wrapped up on the dock. It made me feel better for the times I've cast into trees, and to see you have a similar problem - we're all human! Well done on flipping the results from your prefishing practice and snagging some very nice keepers during the actual tournament. 😊🎣😊

[@chriscannon5822]

I love watching these boys!!

[@ChandlerWrites]

Loved the fact you showed us your indecision. We got four inches of snow in Mt. Shasta over the weekend, can't wait to see what happened to you guys at the Gambler.

[@kevinvue8159]

Its about time Greg puts some fish on with swimbaits!!!! Build that confidence.

[@JohnSattoCH]

Love it Greg!!

[@boomdog5429]

Right on Greg you are the man. All those kayaks 11th place BOOM BOOM great job.

[@Abe_Sinclair]

You should have had Dutcher grant you three wishes before the event started 😂

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

😂😂😂

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

Greg Blanchard: The Man🏆 The Hair🏆 The Legend🏆 😎🎣🎥👍

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha

[@alexsshaves]

Great video Greg, as always makes me feel like I was there with you fishing myself , keep doing what your doing and stay safe . Alex over and out 😎👍

[@Nick-mc2hy]

Tackle shack fro was epic!

[@ezeikelgundelfinger9135]

Do what you are doing, you have hooked quite a few fishermen and wanna bee's... I enjoy your dedication to the sport and your motley crew...

[@rangers8729]

GB, thanks for the Monday morning hookup!

[@jackstein5486]

Nice job Greg! Way to make the right decisions!😁

[@youremomsvilleplayzmc9528]

I absolutely love watching your videos. I love watching you grind trying to figure it out… my pleasure! Good luck at Tulloch! Nice job getting a piece of the pie! ✌🏼 Caliman out! ✌🏼🤜🏼🤛🏼👍🏼

[@delvinny98]

wow what a tank !!! congrats Greg.

[@TH-1988]

Congrats on the hourly bass! How much would you say that bass weigh? Surprise that's not a PB.💯

[@TheFishinMortician]

Nice day of Clearlake fishing despite the conditions!

[@sg-mx4ii]

You worked hard Greg!

[@robertestes1820]

Clear lake gets so much pressure the fish can be real finicky then you put some crazy weather on top of that, that’s tough. That said I love that place. Great video, again.

[@overloadedoutdoors7582]

Always great waking up to one of Greg’s video well awesome work that was a toad

[@CatchEmKing]

yessir love it!! Good Morning everyone!!

[@bbowen4629]

Wow! Epic video Greg I was shaking when you brought the big bass in. Wow.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

same lol

[@mdepeel1]

Great video as always! Glad some of our KFNW boys connected with you around the card table post tourney. Always love to see Marvin Forte as one of the hosts of the tourney! See ya up here for the next one, tight lines from SE WA!!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Mike! Marvin (actually both Marvins) do a great job with these events. Wish there were more each year

[@Larry77777]

Really good video. And a $1K bass to boot. Nice going Greg!

[@Austin_Torres]

What an insane Catch Huge Fish for sure. Great Job Great. Funny I launched from the same point. even seen my vehicle backing in the trailer in one of the clips. your having a great year Man. Keep it up.

[@clutch3shot]

Almost wish it wasnt a tourney so you could weigh that giant. Looked like it was 8 or 9 lbs 🤘

[@fitcwebb]

or have these tournaments based on weight and not length

[@dne3142]

Sweet, I love the clear lake videos, and the big bass power hour is the sickest tournament! Now come home for the june 1st tournaments on cayuga! Lol

[@lEddieHarris]

Good shit man . 💯

[@sandybowers5085]

That was an awesome video!!! What a tank you caught for $1k❣️👍🏼💯

[@Awhite0911]

That Afro is top tier!!!!!

[@Abe_Sinclair]

Thank you for mentioning the sweet afro... Someone had to do it. 👊

[@longthao2810]

Awesome fishing !

[@godson9808]

That was epic! I thought you were going to win that Titan X. Great job Greg!

[@donfoddrill2697]

Looked fun but tough! Cold 🥶 Way to hang in there and get some good ones. And $$

[@wgb925]

Congratulations on getting a BIG FISH!! Cool Video as always!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Bill! it was good to see you there

[@sactownjrlo]

Congratulations on the big fish, good job bro

[@valenor916]

Those Clearlake bass are for sure built different!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

yessir! big ole footballs

[@davidamato3690]

Definitely the right decision! You did very well. When you find fish right now you need to stay on them.

[@jamessexton6173]

I fished the on Chickamauga this year and loved it!! Will definitely fish it again! Congratulations!!

[@clips0292]

Fire video bro. Always a good day if you can stick them in swimbaits 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@perryholmes8652]

Greg, great job as always. That 22.50 you caught was a slobberknocker.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

gave me the shakes!

[@NSKINGS420]

Bad Ass! That Big Fish was cool 🤘🏽

[@Mark-sg8tq]

Good Morning! Great Video Greg :)

[@sangsaephan3258]

Always a good time at Clearlake.

[@danielphan92]

There were a lot of anglers I was in that tournament I was the one that came by you and talk to you lol

[@kyle1562]

Good job, Greg

[@alanrasmussen4097]

I live in WA and spent a week there at a rental in Shirley Slough 3 years ago. It was late March and the water was super low. I watched years worth of vids on Clear Lake in a couple months prepping for the trip and 90% of the stuff I was ready to fish was out of play because of the epic low water. We still caught a ton of fish and a bunch of 3-4lb. crappie, which was nuts. Well worth the experience if Clear Lake has ever intrigued anyone. The abundant wild life in and around the lake is awesome also.

[@mckeannaegle5407]

great finish greg. the fishing in utah is still slow and cold, glad youre able to put together a pattern.

[@ds-zd9qz]

Get well soon Dutch!

[@burs_bobby_iaga]

30 min mark was awesome. Then things we do to get our lures back.

[@tlfish1710]

That overall big fish might be the most gorgeous largemouth I’ve seen 😍

[@alexandergreer]

About to hit the lake but gonna squeeze in a morning Blanchard video lol.

[@predwards8941]

Way to stay in there mentally and have a good day when it mattered!

[@tPeazyy]

Love that saying, "I like salt and pepper on my eggs, so they like a slime coat on their hidge?" I've only been fishing a year and thought I pucked at it until I started using scents on my lure 😅 always had follows, and those follows turned into bites.

[@OarRoomII]

Yea but what is a “hidge”? Help a guy out!

[@dontnonowuno9953]

​@@OarRoomIIhe meant to say "hitch"...

[@andybrotonsfishing]

Bravo mec 💪

[@Abe_Sinclair]

@0:03

[@MOBBINOutdoors]

Thanks everyone coming out and supporting the event. 210 anglers!!!! Can we break another CA record next year? LFG!!!!!!!

[@mobbology]

Thank you everyone that came out to support the event!

[@danwalker2090]

Great video, my first time fishing clear lake. I didn’t catch many but man were they chubby. Broke 20 inches on tournament day. I knew it wasn’t gonna be enough. It was a lot of fun though.

[@Samson_Fishing]

Great video Greg, I bet you can do well on the Columbia also!

[@tedvette3456]

Mike just gained a sub due to his spot on rant toward Tesla drivers 👏

[@kentonlemonmsn]

I love Mike 👊

[@NWTrailSeries]

props to that puzzle gg

[@dustinbrown8982]

Shout out to Alden and Dutch for being stand up guys and helping me out up there when they didn't have to! Heck of a group of guys. 🤙🏻

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Glad they were able help out man. They're good dudes!

[@mvvlogs2308]

Wsp up Greg nice video, it was nice meeting the crew and you at lake tulloch!! what were they biting on ?

[@matthewkooyers6599]

It's a Giant hell yeah man let's Go

[@S1sto]

Dig that tackle shop Frooooo!

[@Kiomanche]

Coach is a hoarder!

[@darindooley4509]

Was in Lakeport on Saturday, and there was snow on the hills. The wind was kicking up and there were white Capps on the lake. Guys at the boat ramp were definitely reconsidering their plans.

[@jaredboothe9382]

Sweet!!

[@gregunderwood5566]

Berkley nessie around them docks 🔥

[@JulianRamirez-lf7lb]

Love the videos. You are the reason I bought a kayak and started tournament fishing ❤ I tried buying your sun hoodie merch but it’s unavailable. If you see this, when will you have some available?

[@josephvillalobos09]

Booyah😊

[@blazenbasser8154]

Hahha greatest line ever. Wow trash fish actually worked! Oh ya they smash there. Must have bait when fishing there!

[@nengvang1088]

That’s a giant!

[@Bassfishertv]

Wow completely different than last week, I was catching them on beds and then know they all pushed out, super wierd

[@kumaboyy.7443]

I totally agree with Mike on the tesla drivers. they suck! Congrats, Greg! Nice pay check and catch! 😅

[@rdgsupafli]

For you kayakers looking to upgrade at kayak city in Sacramento Ca they have old town auto120s for 2900 out the door which is a excellent price considering they are usually over 4K

[@calebblaser]

Nino with the fro at Clearlake outdoors knows what’s up. Follow him from back when he lived in Oregon and the kid can catch some fish and big ones at that.