A productive day of winter bass fishing

A beautiful winter day of fishing on Lake Berryessa with the added bonus of catching.
FULL TACKLE TRUNK BUILD
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*need 1/2’’ brackets to mount rear rod holders to allow lid clearance when up
*Lid is just 1/4’’ starboard cut to fit
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Setting kayak up
01:46 - Full tour of Tackle trunk
06:49 - Fishing begins
08:28 - Tree Pounder
09:57 - Smalljawz
12:43 - Sloppiness begins
14:13 - #3
16:04 - Starting to pickup
18:48 - Accidental PB of 2024
22:24 - Time to make a move
24:10 - Berryessa mega slam
24:36 - Outro/recap

[@BobbyOfEarth]

I've mentioned this before but it bears repeating, one thing I learned from Greg Gutierrez about spots and largemouth is that, when the sun comes out in the winter, they'll often move into warm shallow water with direct facing sunlight on northern facing shorelines to feed, and they'll often move up with and down according to the sunlight.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

great info and I'm a believer with whatever GG says

[@Kiomanche]

Is there any big fish in Berryeesa? All I seem to see you catch from this place is dingers.Never-mind as soon as I posted that you catch that chunk spotted bass!

[@BobbyOfEarth]

Big bass are rare in the winter, and the one Spotted bass Greg caught was close to four pounds, and you'll catch a 100 of the one pounders to find one 3-4 lb. Spot... @@Kiomanche

[@JoKenFujitsu]

Winter fishing is great due to lack of recreational boat/jets ski traffic. But, it’s especially great for me as I’m wanting to learn how to fish reservoirs and gives me a stress free time (from the other elements I mentioned) to really focus. Godspeed for 2024 tourney season. It’s going to be a good one.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Can't beat day out on the water and I agree. This time of year especially when you have a sunny (although still cold) day, just about a perfect day to spend on the water.

[@cnsounds]

Top of the morning! Lets go fishing☕️

[@thatfishingnoob]

Woohoo!!!!! Good stuff GB. I had some recent good winter action too! Uploading that vid soon!

[@LeahsHooked]

I always appreciate the time you take to show what you’re using in the bottom corner of the screen. Also, the time of day! When I started bass fishing last year I learned a lot from watching your videos. Thanks Greg!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Awesome Leah! tight lines this year!

[@markphilippsjr]

Let's go! Monday vibes ☕️🎣

[@cofishman23]

It’s so cool watching you catch fish off stuff I fished 30 years ago before I moved to Colorado! Great stuff Greg!

[@marcosleon648]

Good morning folks ☕️🎣, awesome video GB

[@lizsmith9948]

Berryessa Slam, coffee and Taquitos - woohoo! Greg, I'm not sure how you manage to find the calm, serene days to fish. It looked like a perfect moment on the water, plus hooking and snagging healthy fish was awesome! It's wonderful to see that they've been eating well (there's no fun in catching anorexic bass!) and will help maintain another generation of healthy bass. Thanks for taking us on the lake; our club is gearing up to begin a new season in February on Clearlake. Fingers crossed that my dropshot proves successful - best of luck with your tournaments 😊

[@tonyburton7695]

Nice fish, DON'T FORGET TO CHANGE LINE ON DROP SHOT POLE. ( LINE TWIST) looking forward to next video.

[@BindeeVangFishing]

thanks for these videos, we got 3 more months in the midwest

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Greg, beautiful day out there. Nice spotted Bass you caught. Four, nice healthy looking fish. 🛶 🐟 🎣

[@Agile47509chicken]

Got a light roast in hand, putting off work, enjoying a GB vid. Cheers, all!

[@johnzeetee6747]

Great vid as always. Going to start commenting more for algorithm

[@twainchaine89]

Just want to say congratulations on the SLAM!!! Most excellent GB. 🎣

[@ShaneJMcNair]

Thanjs for sharing 🍺🎣

[@surfy4959]

Great video always!!!

[@CatchEmKing]

Got to love a good morning gb video!!

[@scottszczechowicz5699]

Nice spot!!! Good looking fish 👍

[@donprater2754]

Very nice spot!

[@fishwhisperer916]

Great catch, Berryessa never disappoints.

[@JohnSattoCH]

Great video Greg, love it!! 👍👊

[@sandybowers5085]

What a beautiful day on the lake for you! Love your videos, Greg 💯👍🏼

[@josephvillalobos09]

Best way to start the week off.

[@Fresh_N_Salt_Fishing]

Another great video, thanks man 🤙

[@davelerner8461]

What a nice day for you Greg, redemption at Berry because I know that lake can be hit or miss, way to go!

[@dagger281]

Well done sir!😁👊

[@akamikegansta]

Can't wait for winter to be over from Massachusetts

[@snsdmarquez1]

Under spin with a spark shad 🔥🔥🔥

[@dennisbybee1683]

I think this lake is going to be very good this spring yup for sure

[@dontnonowuno9953]

I hate hooking up when a boat is cruising by 😂..nice chunky spots towards the end

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

I dig that monster Spot! 😎👍

[@ethanlutz69]

Always enjoy watching Greggy B in the morning! This morning making pancakes and having a coffee

[@user-wf2xr8vm5p]

👍✌️ nice one soldier ✌️👍

[@RyanLapointe18]

Thank you Greg. You're videos are a welcome sight and scratch that itch. Been a rough ice season up here in the northern midwest so have only been able to fish a couple of times the last few months

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Ryan. Getting out always helps but I think we're all looking forward to that spring weather/fishing. Different vibes!

[@scottbostic6247]

Couldn't ask for a better morning than a video like this of you kicken it. Really do appreciate it Greg. You don't know what kind of enthusiasm you bring me to get out sometimes. Thank you brother.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks for always tuning in, Scott. I'm the same, watching videos of others fish gives me the itch

[@TheFishinMortician]

Dang that was definitely a productive day! That spot was a chunk.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

better fish were biting for sure!

[@shellsnslugs]

Never seen a Spot x Smallie before, looks sick. Nice fish!

[@toddolatheks.1328]

Hey Greg, love you love you show you mentioned the storage you have on the soft plastics. I seen a dude the other day that had it in a three ring trapper keeper with little clear pencil holder like containers. Do you open the trapper keeper in your flipping through all your worms plastics, Robert I don’t know what the hell they’re made out of anyway. Awesome production great content. Love it all brother. Keep it up. Thanks 🙏

[@fishingwithbdawg3620]

I always look forward to seeing a video from ya every morning. Thank you Gregg for the vidieo and you Angler of the Year again let's get it

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks bdawg, cheers

[@allaroundfishing1013]

With all the tournaments coming up I highly recommend trying a screw lock Shakey head with a 3.3 keitec, with the tail died chartreuse, great for rocky banks. Hoping to see you trying that. I did get you in the bassmaster classic on Russell 😅

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Noted!!!

[@VirginiaFishing]

Man, I want to learn how to edit my videos like this… Keeps you entertained!!!

[@thatfishingnoob]

For sure! You and me both 😂

[@Konta76_fishing]

😃👍 🎣 im still waiting for the ice disapere herr in sweden, so i can fish from my kayak 🎣

[@funnyturtles8954]

Love a protein smoothie and a Greg video after the gym 🫶

[@jcann9632]

Lake looked beautiful. I'm hoping to get there soon. Nice day on the water. Thanks for the video but now I cannot focus on work. I just need to retire already!!

[@NJNGaming]

Just got into kayak fishing this year after boat fishing offshore for a while. Stoked to get out there and wouldn't have done it without your inspiration. Hoping to see some more rockfish videos in the future. Appreciate you

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

love it man. Enjoy it out there

[@gumslinger11]

Great vid! The small underspin has become a staple for me on these reservoirs. I like that i can wind it shallow or crawl it on bottom. Great search bait

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

it's a great bait for sure! My buddies that fish it go even lighter to like 1/8 oz sometimes and it can make a big difference

[@ochowongo2354]

Bang bang coffee gang! ☕️

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

the coach approves!

[@HUNT-FISH-REPEAT]

Another great video, been using the ziplocks for a while now. That is a nice crate.

[@mwithnoname2085]

Ive had so much luck with that underspin this fall and winter.

[@_bassadd1ct_]

Come on Greg, gotta get a reusable water bottle 😹 keep it environmentally friendly

[@puddlebarf]

We just had a club tourney there, was a nice day

[@tonysmith6320]

The mega 360 can be switched from 360 to side scan. 360 is great when you're stationary or moving very slowly, but is useless when moving quickly from place to place. Take advantage of the side scan function. I watch all of your posts.

[@jason_ryan_fishing]

How do we not have a GB Berryessa Blend coffee yet? ☕️

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

I like the sounds of that!

[@user-ul7re2dc8b]

I heard that Waypoint beep on that dudes bass boat from here hahahahha

[@AlexSaeteurn916]

Got a nice tree pounder to start your day 😅

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha gotta start some where

[@Austin_Torres]

Jesus this whole time I thought I brought too much crap with me also to berry when I go fishing. NOPE! I’m doing it just right. lol nice video Greg.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha, berry is too tricky to not have everything on deck

[@losangelesbfs]

someday ill fish norcal ❤

[@tonyrobinson5123]

Hey man the best storage bags are laundry bags. They breathe and are cost effective.

[@adammead8197]

Nice slam day bud. Cheers!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

cheers!

[@valenor916]

We are on the other side of the Winter season my friend! In no time we'll be punching and frogging beasts out of the delta! Tight lines GB!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Yessir! January is definitely the grinder month, my frog rod is already starting to look at me haha

[@valenor916]

@@GregBlanchardFishing dude I know the feeling! All this slow deep fishing is tiring. Can’t wait to be dragging a frog over some cheese and really be able to lean into a hook set. 🤔💭

[@justincourtright2431]

We call those tree pounds! Most of the time there pretty big!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

hahah

[@michaelbuck7940]

Greg shows I love the diversity of your fishing The only thing is I can't hear you turn up your audio thanks

[@Usuario-23]

Let’s go Mr G

[@deansuttles8937]

Catching one in front of a bass boat is a huge power move 😂

[@thatfishingnoob]

😂 😂 big flex

[@EarthshakerOnamazu]

Hey just wanted to let you know that I just got a beginner kayak to go fishing on because of you ;) Keep up the amazing content my friend

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

awesome and congrats! enjoy your time on the water

[@Idahoswimbaiter]

Agree to disagree but stick fish are the best fighters I think I'm gonna start a photo album of all my stick fish catches

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha, some of my would be PBs were def rock fish

[@dne3142]

That one fish, at 20 minutes, might just end up in the top 50 at the end of the year!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Haha, if it doesn't hold a top 50 spot then this year is forecasted to be epic lol

[@dne3142]

@@GregBlanchardFishing absolutely!

[@DanielDiaz-gd8sn]

Love it dude ❗ making me want to go out also n wet sum line

[@jaecubed592]

Is that a Finger Lakes heart sticker in your box? Sure looks like it. Love it!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

yessir! FLX always with me

[@davidfriedman6126]

What @ Stud!!!

[@meldyang2301]

This is just my experience but if I don’t mark fish for 1-2 hrs in 15-35 foot of water, and I’ve covered miles already, I’m staying shallow all day long, and it usually always works.

[@swampdonkeysniper6371]

We’re u fishing today! Can’t watch at ER with my daughter!

[@ChandlerWrites]

Greg, you think you might post a video where you look at the upcoming year and the tournaments you're thinking of fishing? You planning to defend your AOI title, which circuit you're going to fish and why, that kind of stuff? I find it pretty interesting.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Hey Chandler, probably wont publish anything official as the tournament schedule will probably change throughout the year. Have some anticipated travel (fishing related) this year so it might get in the way of some tournaments. That said, if I'm in CA and there's a YAB event, I'm there

[@ChandlerWrites]

Sure, I get -- Commitment Issues. 8-)

[@canyonfishing]

You ever throw big swimbaits or glide baits?

[@jasonmartin9985]

Hey great last episode and if I lived in nor cal I would have been there. I thought that was a great idea of the sprinter van are you giving it any consideration

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Can't beat norcal when it comes to winter fishing! Sprinter van might be a project in the works...

[@jasonmartin9985]

@@GregBlanchardFishing well I live in Texas you ever make it this way again let me know. That would be so awesome for you bro especially when you’re out camping a lil more comfort than the front bench of ur truck believe me I know I have the same truck and have done it. Good luck with that bro and if you do would love to see it in a episode.

[@ctgilcrest]

Up size your hook size 1 or 1/0 works for me when I can't land half my bites.

[@realjeffh]

Greg, thank you for the content tried to catch you in Sacramento but you were definitely busy Can you let us know what kind of rudder you’re using? I’m trying to upgrade my steering on my Native titan. Like to pick one of those up. Thanks

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Ah, sry we weren't able to chat. It's a berleypro rudder and has a drop down feature for even more control. I'd recommend hitting up kayak city in Citrus heights. im pretty sure they carry berleypro products

[@realjeffh]

Thanks for the reply Greg. I actually talked to Romel in the crowd while I was there since you were on the mic , and then since I was already in Sacramento took a ride up to Kayak City but they didn’t have what you have in stock. I’m not sure it’s even out yet to the general public! Basically, my Kayak is like your previous Kayak and I’m trying to steer with my handle like you did on your last Kayak with the NK 180 you had. I ended up buying a boondox rudder On line and will try that out. but I’m still very interested in that boondocks switchblade Rutter you have.! Thanks for your time. I actually got to meet you on my dock one day in disco Bay.. Tight lines, brother My Titan 12 came with the switchblade Rudder .I bought a Newport NK 300 and under power that

[@chrisoconnor9970]

Looks like titans still get water on the deck when the plugs are still in?

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

still getting some on the deck but I can't figure out if it's my kayak weight distribution or what. I know the 12.5X has been bone dry even fully loaded so I still need to tweak my setup possibly to get a fully dry ride

[@stephensturgeon9310]

Fishing deeper water like you do, do you ever need to “fizz” your fish, or is that just for keeping fish in live well? Thanks for the content! Water in central Illinois is still pretty chunky.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

the only time I've had to fizz fish was when I caught them in 45'+ and it was super obvious I need to pop the swim bladder. Other than that all these fish I release seem to be good to go and they jam right down on the releae

[@Snitchols]

How was the leaning curve switching to using a different manufacture of electronics?

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Not too bad and tbh still getting used to at least the SI/DI. The mega 360 is so detailed and easy to read but my brain being so programmed to the way DI/Sonar looks still is adjusting but in a good way if that makes sense

[@justinhoward7317]

20:09 I can see this fish in the End of the year 50 best catches

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

I think it'll make the cut unless this year is just unreal haha

[@jackstein5486]

Nice day for you on a tough lake! Just wondered how you are liking your FFS? Also, your kayak seems to take in a bit of water. Is that typical of Native or the Titan X?

Im just here for the coffee comments.

[@mr.t1581]

Hey Greg, what bet are you using?

[@barrycates7360]

Yep, looked like a great day to be fishing. Greg, I wanted to ask your thoughts on the 360 seat. I noticed it looked like you had it in the locked position. Does it make a difference whether it's locked or unlocked as far as your preference. Also do you ever use braid line to fluorocarbon leader or are all of your rods using straight fluorocarbon? Thanks again for the great video !!!!!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

great question. I put a 360 seat on but even took off the rotating/locking mechanism. This kayak is so short that there's no need to have a rotating seat and it felt more familiar compared to my previous kayak. That said I think if and when I get a 12.5 that 360 seat will be a must

[@ryanschembri4139]

"the box isnt that special" the box in question has 172744 different modifications 😂

[@citylimitsbassin]

I'm not sure if you mentioned it, but what was the issue with the graphs?

[@tonyparker7521]

Greg ❤️🔥

[@callingallbassmorgan339]

Those fatty spots are so fun to catch they fight like a whale in the summer.

[@kenestra123]

I see you swapped out your seat on the Titan X. Is that off of a Bonafide? Looks like it was made for the Titan X actually.

[@XploreAz]

@22:47 when you graphed the fish near the ramp, how do you know how far back you graphed them since you were moving at a faster pace?

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Good question. I had actually already scanned that area at a lower speed (was zig zagging on that point) and saw marks down in the 30 and ended up fishing it

[@XploreAz]

@@GregBlanchardFishing I’m just curious because I’ve graphed fish while cruising along and will turn around and try to cast where I think they’re at. I’m not sure how far back I actually cruised over them though. 🤣

[@aazuma88]

@gregblanchardfishing How has your transition into the new set of electronics gone in your new kayak setup? Will you give us a little run down on your progress and comfort level in their use now that the tournament season is about to start?

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Great question. The 360 has been huge and more than I expected with regard to not only detail but how much I'm actually using and referencing it. Honestly I'm still getting used to the DI/Sonar images that are on the left graph. I've been playing with the settings and I think it's just a matter of getting my brain programmed to what everything really looks like. I can tell though this will be a big improvement for me in just knowing whats under and around me and when/if I don't have it feel like I'm missing a sense

[@aazuma88]

@GregBlanchardFishing Yes I feel the same way. Some I'm finally upgrading some electronics to hopefully get myself a better picture as well. Im using some previous generation tech but hoping it matches what i want to do without breaking the bank.

[@jmccOutdoors]

With a few trips under your belt are the new electronics paying off ? I have FFS now but it’s just frustrating to this point 😂

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Definitely on these particular fisheries! More efficient is the way I'd put it. Not saying i'd be even more efficient if i had FFS but upgrading from my previous electronics to this I do believe it's helping

[@caleb4015]

I just noticed..did you ditch the 360 seat??

[@iss1089]

What rod brand you use

[@LakeBeltonBassin]

First to the key!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@fireman1776]

Greg what size is your captains bridge?

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Small version! i think its the 26''

[@fireman1776]

Awesome! Can you tell me more about the foot steering? How can I get a set of those for my TItan?

[@user-tg2bm2rm4o]

Greg what waterproof shoes are those

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

NRS boots, been using them for years in the cooler months - amzn.to/3SGy2Lp

[@bbowen4629]

Greg with the 360 fish finder can you split the screen. Also do you wear sun protection? I was recently treated for pre cancer skin cells. I wear gloves, sun screen and a wide brim han now. Thanks for the video.