CHEAPEST Tiny Crankbait Vs EXPENSIVE Twin!!! (BIG BASS)

[@618Fishing]

What’s your guys’ favorite UL lure?! (Aka I need video ideas) haha

[@beedoubleoh959]

618 Fishing I love rapala lures. I use them for trout bass really anything. I catch salt water fish with them too. My favorite are the sinking ones

[@xmypantsx]

I have this weird propeller-nosed wood topwater lure my dad gave me forever ago, I’m scared to use it cause I don’t wanna lose it haha. Maybe try some lighter weight kastmasters? They’re a straight up trout killer, and I’ve even caught a few bass by reeling slow with a little finesse

[@xmypantsx]

Have you tried the top water poppers made for fly fishing?

[@kennethsampson539]

I like micro panfish curly tail grubs I have like for and as soon as it hits the water a bass hits it if they never seen it before and I recently caught bluegill on it

[@benbaxter1949]

Try the Mini Magnet, they're a tiny, tiny downsized version of the Trout Magnet. They're literally smaller than my pinky fingernail.

[@archeryhunter72]

see you later buddy cracks me up, reminds me of fishing with my dad... he always said "thanks for the fun, catch you later" when he released them......dang i sure miss that man, best fishing and hunting partner i ever had.

[@monkeyman4131]

Those of us that had a Dad to take us and teach us how too hunt / fish are the lucky ones. I too was taught those skills and would have passed them on if I had a son. My Dad was my very best friend , been gone a long time now . But I keep his memory alive every time i go fishing / hunting . I feel he is still with me . Tom Daytona Beach, FL.

[@enderlynxwilloze7935]

Monkey Man or a daughter?

[@enderlynxwilloze7935]

archeryhunter72 this may seem weird and not normal, but I am a girl who loves to fish , hike , camp and stuff like that. My parents are outdoor lovers.

[@archeryhunter72]

@@enderlynxwilloze7935 not weird at all we need more outdoorswomen in this world.... You wouldnt happen to be single would you? Haha

[@xJinzoh]

Shark: bites off his arm and takes off Him: *See you later buddy*

[@olivermentos8058]

So true

[@jeffsnowden4189]

Absolutely love the out takes or Oops at the end of the videos now. Keep the videos coming and keep having fun man.

[@MRLAW243]

Love the bloopers at the end, keep to great and informative content coming mate, your making me want to fish more

[@crazyaboutfishing]

good to see you every alternate day...your videos inspire me

[@herbertgearing1702]

I've used the snap beans before and they are fun to use. I know it sounds weird, but try running them in tandem. I used to rig 2 on a bent piece of thin wire (long before I ever heard about the Alabama rig) and some 6# floro. I don't know if it makes any sense to anyone else but I always try to create a plausible story for my tandem rigs. Sometimes I make it look like a minnow chasing a bug, sometimes it's a small fish chasing a smaller one, sometimes it's just a simulation of a small group of schooling minnows. I've noticed when I'm reeling in fish that often the fish are not alone. I've also noticed that very natural looking minnow lure will sometimes have a school of minnows following the lure. That got me thinking about how much more effective having two or more minnow lures which appear to be mirroring each others movements could be. Anyway get some thin wire to keep them separated and start experimenting with patterns and designs. I have had good luck with a set up of uneven sides with a larger slender minnow closely chasing one of these snap bean types, and it will produce bites on both lures. I try to make them as close together as possible without getting tangled constantly.

[@andystokes8702]

A lot of tackle, particularly lures are designed to catch fishermen, not fish.

[@kodycrabb3843]

Oh so true sir.

[@GroundPoundersPlace]

LOL yep, I catch a lot of fish on cheap lures.

[@billgibson7899]

Haaaaaa!!

[@41treyofficial]

So true

[@RAVANA7]

Not possible.

[@jameshutcheson4910]

Fun video! I’ve noticed that really the only drawback with the cheapo Amazon/eBay lures is the hook quality. I don’t mind replacing a treble once in a while - especially when you factor in the price.

[@synago_scribe]

I have about 25 of these tiny lures, (I prolly use 3) and they're by far one of my favorites. I at times run a tiny snell float ahead of them on the line if I am fishing in places I need them to pull more shallow. Good series man, love the channel.

[@tripplebeards3427]

I just bought a few creme ultralight “bean” lures from Walmart for $1.25 ea. I also bought a mini creme crayfish crank bait. Figured they’ll be good for trout.

[@billybobjoe824]

Yeah I feel like the creme one was better considering the yo zuri one is 5$ for that little thing. Not worth 5$

[@lordoffishtown4455]

I use those micro crankbaits sometimes here in Australia and some of the local species love them. Very good for shallow areas

[@mattfrownfelter558]

I love them both. Those cheap ones are bluegill killers. If I get bored while fishing I tie one of them on and just crush bluegill.

[@Brunnen_Gee]

I love those little bean crankbaits. I have one name brand one (Strike King Bitsy Minnow), and I've caught a bunch of fish on it. Recently I got a bunch of cheap ones with a single treble hook, some with a more centered hook, some with a rear hook. I noticed the rear hook ones have a horrible hook up ratio, but the center hook ones do fine. The cheap ones actually have a better action than the name brand, but feel much lighter in the water (almost like you're just reeling in the line itself).

[@mattfrownfelter558]

Maybe try the whooper plooper? Do they make a mini? Idk but it would be cool. Ultra light whooper plooper... I would watch that.

[@monkeyman4131]

Nice going, seems the fish don't care what ya spend . I have a few UL lures I use ; #1 a Mepps "Timber Doodle " 1/ 4 oz. , Mepps UL " Aglia Wooly Worm , Black Fury , and a Johnson " Silver Minnow "( gold / sliver ) in 1 / 16 oz. they work for most all pan fish , trout , and even bass ! Thanks, Tom Daytona Beach, FL. Try em , and see, eh .

[@johnmiesbauer1448]

Try micro poppers for awesome top water action

[@lucasgarri5485]

I love your micro lure videos , keep it up

[@B_rxndon27]

I’m sorry but the see you later buddy for that stick fish is definitely memorable moment😂😂

[@daviddonaghy7568]

I normally use worms and minnows, but after watching you, I think it's time to try the lures people give me for my birthday and Christmas. I did use a Rapala lure many years ago and a fish that was slightly longer than the lure took it. I pulled it in and I don't think I've used it since.

[@davidscalf1]

Awesome video. Now time for a cheap mini swimbait for expensive

[@kevina.7234]

With Gerbers track record of quality and the pricing of all of their new fishing tools, it's a hard pass for me . They are a solid 3 times the cost of what I'd pay to gamble on their quality. $70 for a nipper and tether? No way. For that money you can get a Leatherman Micra and tether for your vest and get a Leatherman Squirt for the tackle box (or a cheaper full sized multitool).

[@terryjacob8169]

Local species here in England love the cheap ones. I paid approx $6.50 for a pack of ten from China, off EBay, including shipping. They work very well in shallow water. I've changed their treble hook for an in-line single.

[@sebastianj5848]

Great video!!!! I actually have the same cheap lure kit AND 2 of the yo zuri snap beans in my cart on amazon....... see ya YoZuri lol Keep it up bud!

[@brandonhoffman4712]

I love Saint Croix rods! I recently purchased 2 Saint Croix avid rods. a 5'6" ultralight, and a 6'6" light, both fast action. Landed my new PB on the 5'6" this year (rainbow trout) also had the pfluger president reel on it. Lost one that I think is bigger (took the hook and killed the 4lb leader) on my 6'6" paired with my also new shimano sustain 2500hg. The shimano is the nicest/smoothest reel ive ever used, even the drag is exquisite. pairs quite dreamily with the rod. I just wish shimano still made a sustain 1000 size.

[@littlepony6762]

That is crazy that both preform about the same great video 👍

[@docholliday5439]

I'm very happy to see you release the stick fish scenes they are very close to getting on the Endangered Species list! LOL! I rate your video's (From 1 - 10 and 10 being great) I give you and your channel a ..................................................... a 15 ! 🙌😄😅🇺🇸😎

[@OctopusHook]

Please continue saying "see ya later buddy" when you release a fish! Not even kidding. Great vids, making me want to get out and do some fishing!

[@ZacMacFishing]

Yes sir, the cheap stuff works too. Well done!

[@garrybattle8908]

I have 1 combo that always has a micro duo snap on. I would recommend them for these videos so you dont need to retie 30 times.

[@malarkeywithmatt2396]

Is there any chance you can buy different wheels for that Jeep, like not Donk wheels?

[@fishseason101]

I always release my stick fish... They may have eggs...

[@guraboys]

Awesome video as always!! your video inspires me a lot !! thank you!! :)

[@kevinpeters9867]

Could not have been any more fair. Great comparison.

[@andrewhaley8992]

I have bought these small cheap crank baits, they work great.

[@justinpetrie8]

618fishing is the best I saw his video and made me buy a micro crankbait keep up the good work

[@Road_Rash]

I never buy expensive fishing gear...the fish can't tell the difference between a $1 lure & a $20 lure...and my cheap Shakespeare rigs haul in just as many lunkers as a $400 combo & last just as long...I've got 20 year old Shakespeares that still drag the fish in at a fraction of the cost! Maybe I need to start up a fishing channel...🤔🤔🤔

[@mswen1983]

One thing about the cheap versions is you can throw them where the fish are without worrying so much about getting snagged. But that doesn't make quite as much difference with UL baits as when you're tossing bigger baits for bass, musky, of saltwater species.

[@JCSanto]

LMAO... lil cheap lure was killing it.....nice. Great vids Bro 👌👊👍💜✝️

[@Andrew-qi7ku]

Are you using a swivel with the crank baits or tying them right on the line

[@Boxagami]

I have a set of these, but haven't tried them yet.. I think they will actually work great!

[@Sigma2323]

Do you ever fish saltwater for trout, redfish, drum, flounder, etc. From New Orleans here.

[@blanefisher76]

Those tiny crankbaits slay trout. I’ve caught very many with them.

[@dylanledingham6711]

Blane Fisherman I’ve never caught a trout on one, do you fish them in trout rivers and streams?

[@ryantraver1647]

618, hi from the 518! lol I have a spinning rod for jerkbaits and smaller cranks...I hook myself just holding it, every...damn... time!

[@medtech1a]

Great video and great comparison

[@harveyt7]

you should try the Mustad Fastach clip. I had it one of mtb I don't remember which box it was but I use that a lot when I know I will change out lures a lot.

[@Estoril_Blau]

Man I think it’s time we get you setup with a BFS rod and reel. Would be an interesting twist for all the UL content and I have a feeling you would really enjoy it.

[@reilleyporter7415]

Yes I was just thinking that

[@lordoffishtown4455]

Jeff what’s a BFS rod & reel? I’m from Australia so it might be a brand we don’t get here.

[@reilleyporter7415]

@@lordoffishtown4455 I'm from Australia as well but BFS is short for Bait Finesse, which basically it's a style of fishing where you use a specialised baitcast rod and reel that can cast super light lures with ease. The only problem is it can be quite expensive but if you go check out (The Reel Test) he has some great reveiws on BFS gear and also has a good number of cheaper BFS options that pretty much anyone can afford.

[@lordoffishtown4455]

Reilley Porter cool thanks mate. Where are you located? I’m in the Gold Coast.

[@reilleyporter7415]

@@lordoffishtown4455 I live about 1 hour 1/2 away from Melbourne in a place called Bendigo.

[@Aster321]

I caught a 3 pound bass last month on one of those cheap crankbaits, 2$ for 5 on wish, I think. You can catch almost anything with those, so I now put one or two in every one of my tackle boxes.

[@barrymccockner6450]

What line weight do find works best for you with these light crank baits? I've been using 6lb mono for my small cranks with 2 treble hooks ,but it seems a little heavy for the single treble cranks like you used today.

[@Wayne-hs6gm]

I throw mine on 12lb mono, and I recommend putting a 1/16oz split weight 3inches ahead of the lure on the line. It adds weight for my casting and makes it slow sink for deeper fishing.

[@GroundPoundersPlace]

I have one of the cutting tools came with my flyrod. I like that also

[@trigeektk]

Compare those with the Strike King Bitsy Minnow! also underwater footage of the action would be cool comparison

[@Lesabrejunkie]

Have you tried the Rebel Teeny R? I catch a lot of fish with it in small ponds and creeks!

[@SwitchToRumble]

you use a president and a st.croix, what line do you use? im guessing mono, but why not braid to mono?

[@elvisbordello]

why don't you use lure snaps? much easier way to change lures then to tie them again and again. great video btw

[@SgawCules]

Doesn't that affect action? Lmfao

[@elvisbordello]

@@SgawCules Nope. I'm fishing with lures smaller than these and I'm always using snaps. You just have to use the right snap size...

[@SgawCules]

@@elvisbordello only time I'll ever use snaps and that if Im also using a steel leader, because they do indeed mess with the action

[@supraguy149]

Will you please start explaining how you are retrieving the baits. Please.

[@Ygr3ku]

This one in particular, slow and steady.

[@brandenstafford5550]

Wheres the see ya later buddy merch?

[@jacobjesionek]

When are we taking the jeeps out together? Could do a cool off roading trip to some backcountry waters

[@Titoburritobandito]

I use both of them they both work really well.

[@Psalms19.1]

Awesome video, do more like this...👊🏼

[@Viv1998NorCal]

My favorite crankbait is a jointed rapa shad rap in shad pattern .

[@qball3509]

these vids are so cool. livn fishn life.

[@hookedonprjonrojas2314]

Great vid as always

[@m.o.s6275]

I love small lure fishing But do you do still those huge lure challenges?

[@xnorcal831x]

I would try some micro jerk baits from yo zuri or maybe a trout/crappie magnet. Also try carrying a second rod so your not constantly having to switch. I been liking a light action from okuma for trout and small bass

[@FoldyHold]

Nobody: 618 Fishing: see ya l8r buddy

[@vincentb5867]

Ethan Choate as I read your comment he said that lmao

[@TedOfNod]

Ugh 🙄

[@joshgraves6630]

I literally was waiting on ups today for these Amazon lures. Disappointed they didn't show up like promised so I can't test them tomorrow.

[@suckit758]

I was on a chinese website accidentally bought 25 of them haha. Oh well I will find something to do with them

[@juanpez3363]

Viejo que buena pesca. Y hermoso paisaje. Bendciones

[@jonathangerringer5302]

I have the cheap crankbaits from amazon as well. Isn’t the yozuri a sinking bait? I have one too but have t used it too much. Also looking for a travel rod similar to yours, did you get it online? And you can’t go wrong with the Flueger

[@beedoubleoh959]

Jonathan Gerringer the gx10 4 piece works well. I use it all the time superrrr durable. I’ve caught tuna on it I caught a GT and a makerial, and the thing is, is that it’s supposed to be for trout and bass. It comes in its own container. That was just a suggestion. Not the actual one he has.

[@618Fishing]

yeah both the baits featured in this video are sinking baits (meant to mention that and forgot). i purchased the rod a long time ago from cabelas/bass pro i believe, but amazon sells it also (just be careful not to overpay on amazon)

[@Drengr19]

Dumb question but how do you cast those a good distance? I just got back into fishing

[@whydoesyoutubehaveahandlenow]

Throw hard

[@eclair806]

what line are you using mono ?

[@junelopez9520]

I love your videos. In all honest fish don't really care about the brand. Fish will bite when they want.

[@connerandannag]

Will you do a meet up Nick?

[@shj2000]

Just recently found your channel. I am digging the small baits! Question: do you tie each bait to the line, or do you use a swivel to attach the baits? If no to the swivel, why not? Thanks.

[@AyataniAsha]

Swivels in size 00 and 000 are working most of the time fine.But the very tiny lures are just to sensible,and even that much amount of weight could cripple the action.If you are using Fluorocarbon leader,witch I highly recommend, then a Rapala loop knot is the ultimate solution.

[@broadmeadowful]

would two fishing rods be too complicated?

[@frankribbleRidingWaGrinder]

Fish I haven't seen you catch that I commonly catch in Mi: rock bass, suckers, northern pike Fish I have never caught that you do: Gar, Buffalo, & thankfully Asian Carp

[@staceyhartman6825]

FINALLY a fair competition 😂

[@a3c1m]

Try Yo-Zuri l-minnow 44, you will be surprised how good it is and how long it casts

[@scottmclucas9049]

Do you think this style lures will be good with trout

[@tylerd.9790]

A little bit bigger for rainbow trout

[@scottmclucas9049]

@@tylerd.9790 What about wild brown trout

[@tylerd.9790]

That would work but what works best for me it a clam leech spoon for brown brook and rainbow trout

[@affannikolai757]

Nice view and place

[@marcosnava89]

Can you give us a link to the baits

[@jimmygore8214]

I think the best use for them would be summer crappie and bluegill that are agressive I don't think it's so good in the winter

[@muhammedkhan9497]

Mahn this content is so lit🔥🔥

[@Benjamin-S]

Both are fantastic lures. But none is (intentionally) made to be better than the other fishcatchingwise. It’s all about quality. The Yo-Zuri has better hooks and better split rings. It maybe won’t shatter as easy either if you accidently throw it on to a rock.

[@MrTjmk]

In a competition like this I think it's more random chance of either lure catching more or bigger fish. Overall it appears that the more expensive lure really wasn't worth the extra cost.

[@mikecoaker5133]

also I think once you get a few bites it attracts in other fish. hence why he starts getting one a chuck. n pond fish can often turn desperate once they know there's some food items about. I've noticed they don't really care about getting caught time after time either...if they are little. as long as they are stealing the food before the other fish. I've caught the same fish several times over in a very short space of time in a busy pond. 3 or 4 times in a row. not becuase they are stupid they know damn well they will get caught. mind boggling.

[@BassGeek]

Man the cheap really held it own.

[@evertonmartins4739]

Parabéns ótima pescaria 👍

[@mynameisnotcory]

You gotta try the strike king bitsy bugs too

[@vectorponder]

Is that the 5’6” rod?

[@618Fishing]

Yep!

[@vectorponder]

You should look on eBay at the venom tiny salt pig lure!

[@ex8280]

yo-zuri looks flashy but I've never had too much luck with any of their lures.

[@WickedDealer]

Would have loved to see the surgery it took to get that last Bass off.

[@bennetwiegel7161]

Illex got one of them 2 wich is very nice

[@freddyward1387]

That was a nice stickerel. Not as nice as a pickerel 😎

[@beedoubleoh959]

What happened to that one lake u used to always fish at, the one I think u almost got shot at, and the one u do the big bait challenges with.... u should do the big bait challenges again. Or like rapala lures vs like another company who makes lures. Edit: I realized that u actually have been fishing at the pond I was talking about so yeah lmao.

[@618Fishing]

hahaha yeah i still fish there quite a bit! going to try and film a couple big bait challenges this spring!

[@beedoubleoh959]

Awesome.... I love that series.

[@fishseason101]

Dude I used the same baits... The cheep lure will lose it's tight bill.. and hook ring and lip... They will start doing circles and tangle.. .

[@MrKveite1]

All lip crankbaits can be tuned so if it stop moving correctly just tune it and its as good as new..

[@TheFragranceNiche]

Yo Zuri all day

[@politibetjent]

Would love to catch a bluegill... They look so nice! but I'm in Denmark :(

[@MrFurious176]

It always amazes me how aggressive tiny fish are.

[@captain6plays914]

3:13 catches stick SEE YA LATER BUDDY

[@CoolDUMBO]

which state was this in

[@beedoubleoh959]

the russian eastern side of the US that’s all Ik. Lmao let’s hope I’m not wrong

[@618Fishing]

Illinois!

[@brentanoboy]

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