BEST HOTSPOT | LONE STAR LAKE | SMALLMOUTH BUFFALO | PICKEREL | XP GRIND | Fishing Planet | Ep. 3

[@flashkirby101]

Way to go brother. Thanks for the help. Been trying to catch that S.O.B. for 5 hours. Switched to honey bread and caught him on my first cast. Man I wish I knew that earlier lol. Thanks.

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem. Glad to help.

[@skinnyp8028]

I gave up

[@rangaroo6385]

Always caught buffaloes in this spot, thanks for the tip!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jasonleightonDTA]

Update: just got home from work. Cracked a beer, loaded the game, got some bread and honey, went to your Hotspot and on the first cast I got the Buffalo. Thank you!

[@CharlesMacro]

I see you're update. Nice! Glad to help.

[@saiti1813]

Hahaha I spent two hours looking for Buffalo and tried bread & honey and the same - first shot, first kill :D

[@ProtectorOfDemocracy1]

Charles thanks for the tip! Really helped out a ton! Even a year after you posted this video many people Got the help they needed.

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help AC! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🎣🎣🎣

[@EwingNYK33]

Very informative, thanks Love the narration, BTW. Sounds like I’m fishing with a buddy.

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks Edward! Really appreciate that! Great name too...I'm also an Edward. 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@atixgaming2878]

Yo Thanks Charles Macro you helped me get up to level 10 and more and you helped me get literally mostly every fish in this game. Your big brain thanks for the tip and tricks!!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to hear it! No problem fam! 💪🏾🎣💪🏾

[@charlesbreaux7118]

KNow its over a year later. but i just found this game and started playing wanted to say thanks it helped me out bro the block is still HOT lmao

[@CharlesMacro]

Ayeeee! Glad to help! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@iFishermanYT]

I’m seriously about to try this! I need that fish to complete the lone star challenge!

[@CharlesMacro]

@@iFishermanYT 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@iFishermanYT]

Charles Macro it worked! Now I’m stuck on the green sunfish in Missouri. 😭😭😭

[@CharlesMacro]

@@iFishermanYT I've recently been going thru the missions. I gotta swing back thru Missouri

[@jakevarney4549]

4 years later this video helped me so much thank you bro love the work

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem! Glad to hear it help! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🎣🎣🎣

[@katvonb6113]

Just started this game, I'm obsessed hah. Your video is definitely informative, all the info I was looking for. I will be checking out your other videos, thanks!

[@CharlesMacro]

Awesome. Glad to hear the vids are still helpful! Thanks Kat!

[@daemonlyte9097]

Another great bait for the buffalo is night crawlers when you can get them, I was night fishing on the road casting down into the hole, I was catching more on a floater with a 62 inch lead with night crawlers, than the bread on a bottom sinker

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks for the info Daemon

[@hereslookingatyoukid]

I used an entire bag of cold water mix with the bread&honey and only caught one Smallmouth Buffalo at this spot. Was casting to the +10ft portion. Rest were crappies and golden shiners.

[@CharlesMacro]

man the devs act funny sometimes with the catches. Try different times of day, bait, and even quitting the game and logging back in.

[@hereslookingatyoukid]

@@CharlesMacro yeah it's definitely worth checking out until I get on to emerald lake.. atm I'm having really great luck fishing for bass with a 1/4oz casting spoon and small minnows right in the middle of the lake.

[@AhmadPiano]

Omg dude it worked like a charm even till today! Thanks to your guide I finally managed to complete the challenge.

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad I could help! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@_-_Xander_-_]

best smallmouth buffalo video on youtube thank you

[@CharlesMacro]

Yoooo Alexander Really Appreciate that!

[@TRecs51]

Just want to say thank you so much. I could not find the Buffalo until this video and the second cast got it to round out lone star exploration II. Thank you again!

[@CharlesMacro]

You're welcome Anthony. Glad I could help. Tight Lines! 👍🏾🎣

[@dragonzeyemagazine1930]

Whoopwhoop!!! Hubz n I began playing this game at 11am today. He caught the pickerel first (Rig: Value spin 6.3, #2 hook, 3lb test, #1 spoon) then he caught the spotted bass with the same setup. Lastly, my challenge was to catch the buffalo. I watched several yt vids, they said to use dough balls or mayflies on an oval bobber...epic fail even the location and depth was incorrect (60-68 depth). I found your vid, bought your setup (Rig: Creek Pro Feeder 7.10, 4lb braid, #2 hook, Bait bread w/ honey, open feeder 1/2oz, simple bell, quiver tip 1oz, minispin 800, mono leader .005, and set the white, yellow, red dot to yellow.) I set a marker to the middle of the deep area by the farm fencing and cast the first time and got a nibble catching a blue gill (depth 8.8ft) the next cast resulted in catching a blue gill at the same depth. My third and final cast resulted in an early morning, 10 min fight to land a 2.582lb, 16.729in SMbuffalo!!! Thank you soooooo much for sharing your virtual angler method. Earning 33XP $82, We had a great time together and we will be watching more of your vids...coz your accurate data is much appreciated. KEEP VFISHING!!!

[@CharlesMacro]

Yooooo. That's awesome! Glad to help and glad you guys had a great time! Keep catching those BigUns. Tight Lines My Friend! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🎣🎣🎣

[@donaldcarroll2961]

Do you have to be a certain level to buy certain food, because I do not see the bread with honey I am just starting

[@gavinwilliams18]

You can fish on the road you can put your rod stand through the fence and you can get literally 50 feet from that spot and I use it in all the time

[@CharlesMacro]

I have to try that. Thanks Gavin.

[@JediGamingX]

Haven't played much recently, just reached level 14 using this video. Awesome info 💪

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks Fonzie. Glad it helped.

[@SBSimRacing]

You legend, thank you pal. First cast and boom.

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad I could help!

[@kohlshene1538]

I didn’t get anything at all like ten casts

[@thesovereignofamerica6754]

Hey Charles, man thank you for this video. I went out and did what you said and had a blast. Great advice brother!

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem! Glad to help!

[@robotdragon2907]

Good spot caught one finally with doughballs🎉

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾🎣🎣🎣

[@matthew_thefallen]

Bro thanks! I am learning more by watching your videos than from the tutorial of the game 😂

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem! Glad to help! 👍🏾💪🏾

[@robbery0]

Started playing again, amazing game and thanks thats the perfect spot!

[@CharlesMacro]

Welcome back and I totally agree. Glad I could help Robert! 👍🏾

[@livewithmeterandnomeasureb1679]

I need to know what that lure and rod combo is in print. If someone could post it greatly appreciated. Also is anyone else playing on the ps4 that found it hard to learn the controls at first. (Im thinking this game was orignally for pc.) Great vid btw. This game helps me with stress.

[@livewithmeterandnomeasureb1679]

Cant wait till i can afford to fish for realz.

[@isaac1098]

thank you sm. i was fishing for probably a total of 3 hours for them in the wrong spot. the 3rd cast I caught a 3.1lb.

[@CharlesMacro]

Nice! Glad I could help.

[@albishmas4450]

First try and i got 1,5 kg Buffalo thank u so much 🙏

[@CharlesMacro]

Awesome! Glad to help! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@robbery0]

exactly the same lol thanks!

[@eastsideirish1440]

Its a shame i cant like this more than once THANK YOU !!! I couldn't find this fish to save my life thanks again

[@CharlesMacro]

YW.💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@randyschochenmaier7396]

Honestly can’t wait for comps in this

[@CharlesMacro]

The comps are cool but they can be a lil fluky. lol

[@outlawyeti]

Maybe I’m not doing something right, but I keep on catching sunfish and shiners in that same spot with the bread and honey. Do you have any tips?

[@GrumpyGillsFishing]

Most likely your hook size. Try a size #1 hook.

[@pinacolada365]

Subbed the moment you sang buffalo soldier. 💯

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾🐃💪🏾🐃💪🏾

[@lukebeaumont5495]

Thanks heaps..I've been trying for days for that smallmouth lol

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem! Glad to help! 🎣💪🏾

[@lukebeaumont5495]

@@CharlesMacro u got a sub from me

[@markfrye163]

Thank you for this set up it’s insane

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem! Glad it still helps! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@Kearnesy]

4 years on still works thank you

[@baseballontop4193]

thanks for the spot and the tips i have caught a 2 pounder and a 3 so thanks for the spot

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@alexalviso654]

thank you for the tip i had no clue what to do i was new to fishing plantet thank you.

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad I could help

[@taylorlangston47]

It worked I got my Buffalo I needed thanks my good friend you have a new subscriber

[@CharlesMacro]

Awesome! Glad I could help. And Thank you for the support.

[@jocelynbeaucage3797]

If you aim your spinner to the left towards the houses youll get bass as well instead of pike while waiting

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks Jocelyn

[@braydensudduth8047]

Thank you I catch a fish almost every time I cast

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾🎣💪🏾

[@kristyrayner7424]

Thank you! Finally got a catfish. Still working on the small mouth buff 😬

[@CharlesMacro]

Nice. You'll catch it

[@TyTy_618]

Good video brotha, first person to get in dept

[@CharlesMacro]

Appreciate that Tyler! 👍🏾💪🏾

[@JimmysANgLinGShow]

I've been using this spot and already first fish was a channel catfish! Thanks mate 👍 👌

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad To Help @FiShInGmadness7

[@Smokey96]

ran across your spot not too long ago, enjoying all the info. thanks for all the help and I have learned a lot about the game. Still can't catch that Buffalo, but I think I will get it eventually

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help and you'll catch that buffalo soon. The game can get a lil funny sometimes.

[@Kc3clipzZ911]

I have the exact setup as you i think but i hot another reel and i cant throw that far whats my problem and what hook do u use

[@CharlesMacro]

Is the weight heavy enough. Is your line long enough?

[@NotATacp]

My rod cant cast out that far is there any spots that are closer?

[@CharlesMacro]

You can try repositioning around the lake. Just try to hit the spot from another location.

[@twistedpyro03]

On top of the dam, use your map to live yourself up...once you get your position set up, you'll need to cast out about 48 to 50 ft.

[@kennethmay3767]

Fish from the fence

[@Dibawahbayuangler90]

Its working bro. Thanks alot happy fishing

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to hear that. Tight lines!

[@boldpenguin2752]

You just helped me finally catch that fish thank you so much!

[@CharlesMacro]

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@moseshung7818]

Grasshoppers work very well

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks MH

[@lucasschanz841]

Thanks Charles helped a lot

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help!

[@keithlewis6625]

Thanks for the spot lol my first line in the water was broken I'm getting that small mouth

[@CharlesMacro]

Get um!!! You might have gotten a catfish too. Also use semolina balls or dough balls for bait for that buffalo

[@keithlewis6625]

@@CharlesMacro I got that smallmouth like a hour later now I'm in the fishery in France trying to catch the silver bream thanks bro

[@breadwinner57]

You were a big help thanks man!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help!

[@drewjohn8554]

Your fishing vids are on point homie thanks for your vids

[@CharlesMacro]

Appreciate it Drew! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@leo-tu2tk]

Thank you man! You deserve a lot more subs!

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@deathwishya3117]

fuck eh, 3 years from now, an youre still helping, cheers mate ( you got mad good stuff though, haha)

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@michaelkay4326]

What is the name of the bell alarm on the end of your rod? I've looked but can't find it in the shop.

[@CharlesMacro]

Should just be bells. Common or simple bells. If you don't see them, make sure you are not at a lake. Leave the lake and go to the shop on the home screen. You'll find everything there.

[@ChaseChapman0]

Thanks for the video it helped me so much👍🏻👍🏻

[@CharlesMacro]

Awesome! Glad the video helped!

[@JThomasVR]

Hey boss. Question, so if I use a bigger hook, it should maximize the chances of catching ONLY Buffalo and not shiners right? Like maybe a 2/0, and just a recommendation, I bought some buoy markers so I marked the deepest spot to consistently hit the exact same spot easier. Thanks for the other tips!

[@CharlesMacro]

Yes, that is typically how it works. Thanks for the tip Johnathan!

[@Koleto00]

*Nice video thanks iam new in this game its very informative*

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks G. Glad I could help.

[@brandonellis7445]

Good video Sir! And thank you for helping me complete a challenge!

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks and no problem! Glad I could help!

[@aydenthegamerpro9876]

i just relised i was chating about being in a tournement with you lol. im grinding on pike right now. im finishing up my loanstar lake explore 2 with this last fish

[@CharlesMacro]

lol. Nice! Keep me updated on your progress.

[@kristyrayner7424]

Also.. I tried pet food as bait, worked great for catfish lol

[@CharlesMacro]

Oh yeah. Pet food is another good one. Thanks Kristy.

[@kristyrayner7424]

@@CharlesMacro thanks to your advice i also caught the illusive small mouth! On to the next one

[@CharlesMacro]

@@kristyrayner7424 Noice. Really glad I could help. Those fish can be quite illusive! 🐟

[@GreenMoutainReviews]

Doing the same set up besides the pole at the same spot, and can only catch shiners... what depth are you at ?

[@CharlesMacro]

Using the feeder, I try to hit the deepest points. 8-13ft

[@philingram4810]

Hey thanks for this video made a few mistakes with the set up line snapping etc but in the end found a good balance catching that buffalo was epic lol

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem. Glad it helped. Catch some big uns!!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@daniel..2128]

Trophy crappie are nuts on small minnows aswell

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks for the tip Daniel. I plan to come back to this lake and test more bait.

[@daniel..2128]

Good to know and I have a video idea you should do a video on the mad eye buffalo monster fish at lone star lake

[@unkown3025]

heres my trick for lonestar i use casting spoons for pickerel and small minnows for spot bass and small cut bait for channel cat fish

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks unkown

[@trill-taco]

I love this video but I haven't had any luck catching the buffalo I've tried to change the time change the bait change the hook I've tried so many different things and I've only caught one ever Edit: I've been trying to catch these fish for forever now and I just caught three of them within 5 minutes so thanks for this video

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks and glad you've been catching them now. It may have been the weather. More catches to come!

[@valeriehairat5112]

Same. I’ve change the rod, hook, bite, time, places...Nothing. I’m hunting for this goddamn buffalo for weeks and still can’t complete this mission.

[@dakotafishing3105]

Thanks

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem

[@nicolaisneftrup1111]

Thank you so much :)

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem. Glad I could help.

[@mattiguess8094]

I keep getting shiners I use the exact same setup but tried dough balls bread with honey and hook 2 or 4 and it's a sunny day

[@CharlesMacro]

Try different bait. Sometimes the game will act funny until you find that right bait.

[@colt4800]

Very helpful thank you!!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help Colton!

[@damianek3235]

Thanks for the help.

[@CharlesMacro]

Happy to help

[@kevinsmart5102]

I do the same thing but straight slow and at about 30ft I get a bite almost every time

[@CharlesMacro]

Nice. I'll have to try that.

[@alexcole8382]

Man you're a champ at this game lol

[@CharlesMacro]

Appreciate that Alex! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@ilybrandon7277]

hey so i tried the same setup different reel and it says too light for tackle short cast, do i have to use the same reel??

[@CharlesMacro]

As long as the reel is not heavier than the rod but in the range of weight the rod says, the reel is fine. As far as bait, it should match the rod weight like heavy or medium. As far as lure on spin/cast rod, there is a lure weight range like 1/2oz - 2 oz, the lure weight must be in that range. I may do a video on it.

[@CharlesMacro]

Also, if the weight range of the bait is close, it will still cast just shorter or farther. If too light or heavy it won't cast at all or it may break the rod.

[@Marko60iq]

Thank you❤

[@vic72T]

Thanked for the tips

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem. Glad to help. I have more vids on the way.

[@Justin-bv9kp]

Can you do a beginners guide here at lone star I just turned level 7 today everything I have is default

[@CharlesMacro]

Yes, I'll work on one. You want to know what to do from day one?

[@Justin-bv9kp]

Not from day one but once I unlocked most things - I figured out how to get better rods and that stuff I just need to know what exactly to get, (bait, rods etc) where to fish in Missouri etc much appreciated

[@elmerijo8065]

Thank u sm ❤

[@Ethan-_-_]

Thanks a lot!

[@CharlesMacro]

You're welcome!

[@mhamadmoussa8608]

Just a question i keep getting "terminal tackle weight is optimal" what does that mean?

[@jamiehighton1459]

It means the weight is balanced sometimes you get the weight isn’t enough so it dosent cast far but you can add too much weight to break your line so the “ the therminl tackle weight is optimal” means the weight balance is perfect

[@mhamadmoussa8608]

@@jamiehighton1459 okay thanks for the help ✌️

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks Jamie

[@janetmiller9648]

I use the heavy chaser 9'10" sport with the ambusher 9000 reel with braid.12 and it works

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks for the tip Janet!

[@Ter4byt3]

I’m using the same setup but I’m not catching anything, do you know why?

[@CharlesMacro]

The game can be a bit finicky sometimes. When your not catching anything, try forwarding the time or going to a new day. Also fish in the peak. Lastly, I did an update vid at this lake for 2022. Check it out and see if it helps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJWvl4ZuZ6xkh68

[@iShrix]

Macro if you see this, please upload more fishing planet ;)

[@CharlesMacro]

I see you Brandon. Will do. I got more on the way.

[@moseskervinsy6329]

Thank you for the tutorial!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad to help

[@jeffb-someoldguyygaming8896]

Thanks for the video. First time I tried, I had the wrong setup and broke everything on the first cast. Second time i had a 2 lb leader on 4 lb main line. Caught a couple, then got a bigger one,, the line stress meter maxed and the line broke. Watched your video, then put a 5.5 lb leader on the 4 lb line and went crazy. Bread and honey wasn't working that day, probably due to weather or something, so switched to pet food.

[@CharlesMacro]

Nice. I've went thru that same thing as I was learning. Glad my video helped. Yeah, switching up the bait from time to time or even during certain weather conditions helps with getting more bites. Can't wait to hear about more of those catches! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@justaguy4860]

Thanks this helped me a lot

[@CharlesMacro]

Awesome👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Alberto-tm1eb]

Helped a lot thanks

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem!

[@peice-xn5945]

Thanks!

[@CharlesMacro]

Glad To Help peice

[@mohdrush7055]

tried that spot a lot but only one buffalo took a bite..man they hard to find..

[@CharlesMacro]

Ah man. That stinks. Well try switching up bait, times, smaller hooks. Sometimes that helps.

[@av3nt4dor8]

I need to know how to set up a feeder rod?

[@CharlesMacro]

Ok. What question do you have about setting up?

[@av3nt4dor8]

@@CharlesMacro it said the tackle was too light then I changed the rod to another and then it worked :)

[@CharlesMacro]

@@av3nt4dor8 Ok great. Yeah matching those weights and such can be a lil funny at first. Glad you were able to work it out.

[@SikeTV]

Thank you

[@CharlesMacro]

NP

[@mikul182gaming]

Thanks dude!

[@CharlesMacro]

No problem. 👍🏾

[@xxsaucegodxx4706]

Does it matter if I'm reaching 10.5 - 9.7 ft

[@CharlesMacro]

No that should be fine. Actually the deeper pockets are really good too.

[@tylerroberrson6008]

I’m hyped for the next locker codes!!!

[@CharlesMacro]

Me too Tyler. As soon as they drop, I'll post them up.

[@reeceryland]

Thank you G your a boss!

[@jesse1938]

Hey man I did the exact thing you did and it hasn’t worked and I’ve been at it for like 2 days. Can I have some more help?

[@CharlesMacro]

Try different days. Make sure you're at the peak time. Also try semolina balls, dough balls, and bread with honey.

[@jesse1938]

@@CharlesMacro ok thanks bud

[@Aftershock7262]

keep it up bro I see you in the future 2.000.000 m subs

[@CharlesMacro]

💪🏾

[@BistraFX]

I dont see this type of rod in the shop here - is it possible to catch it with normal telerod?

[@CharlesMacro]

Yes it is possible. If you don't see the rod in the store, check once you leave the lake at the main store. It has all the equipment and lures etc.

[@jasonleightonDTA]

I'm level 8 and have been running a bobber rig. I've spent 2 days trying to catch this damn fish and haven't tried the bread with honey yet.

[@CharlesMacro]

Let me know how it goes.

[@jasonleightonDTA]

@@CharlesMacro now...if I can just catch the mad eye buffalo. Lmao

[@thoraxe2000]

lol you called the leader a letter. But good info.

[@CharlesMacro]

Thanks Tristan. Yeah, had to get my pronounce game straight. lol

[@ogsponge8678]

Hey man, I understand all your tackle and I'm new to the update. What did you use with your open feeder and what size was it? I only heard your leader was 4lb

[@CharlesMacro]

the open feeder is a 1/2 oz/ You can use bollies and pellets but I actually don't use any at this lake just to save it for later. You can also use a sinker of the same weight and it should work. Also try to match the leader weight with the reel and line weight. I only had 4lb at the time.

[@ogsponge8678]

@@CharlesMacro ok thanks

[@Ahdisndhsjfb]

What time do you think is best for catching this fish

[@CharlesMacro]

They are pretty active all day.

[@xltvz9878]

I know it’s late but what depth are they at? I don’t know how long to have my line

[@CharlesMacro]

I use a feeder rod so it sinks to the bottom.