Big Bass CAN'T RESIST The Wacky Worm!

A relaxing day on a quiet little lake chasing largemouth bass in my kayak.
Gear used on this trip:
Rod: St Croix BassX 6'8" M XF amzn.to/3hF3qGp
6'6" MH F (frog rod)
Reel: Daiwa Tatula SV TW 103HS amzn.to/3qP7193
Line: Power Pro Super Slick V2 15lb amzn.to/3wndQzB
Leader: Daiwa J-Fluoro 12lb amzn.to/3wpPvsW
Pliers: Umpqua Rivergrip amzn.to/3dPzw18
Lure: Yum Dinger Watermelon Gold
Hook: Gamakatsu EWG 1/0

[@fiz_gigg204]

I hadn't fished in over 8 years. Dusted off the tackle box, re strung some line and havent stopped for the past 2 months... I want to say its my ambition that got me out but sir it is 100% your attitude and good vibes that got me back out. I haven't been this happy in a really long time

[@ndyakangler]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you’re enjoying your time on the water!

[@eloyvillarrealjmz7360]

Qué color de SENKO setas usando y es de la marca Yumm

[@dixon-yarmouth899]

Can we get an update? I have to agree that since I started watching this man’s videos about 2 years ago I started going out more and topped my PBs in every category since I was a kid.

[@zig254]

Hope you’re still at it this summer! Good vibes 🎣

[@NottMalone]

keep fishing my man

[@S2pidMedia]

Matt, as an every day fisherman, I don't watch many fishermen on KZbin, because I can catch plenty of my own fish, and I don't care for all the click bait titles, 💩 music, and annoying personalities. But I watch your videos because you do it the right way. No lousy click bait titles, no screaming like a girl over a 9 inch bass, and you don't drown out the natural ambience with dumb music. Your channel is a cut above the rest, and I hope it stays this way. Thank you for the great content!

[@FonicsSuck]

Agreed. Matt's videos capture the natural ambience that I love so much about fishing. The birds chirping, the movement of the water, the sounds of fishing... it's a great stand in when I can't be out myself. It's as it should be.

[@fishinwithschroeder]

Totally agree with you trying to get you to make purchases and such this guy is just good fishing!!

[@benthegreatoutdoors]

Agreed! I've tried to make my own channel like his. I can't stand the click-bait titles and thumbnails. I do get a bit excited over 9 inch fish though. haha

[@fishinwithschroeder]

@@benthegreatoutdoors I started a channel myself mainly so I can look back and see when and where and what was caught.. but Matt is very easy to watch and still learn alot from him too

[@danielmartens156]

Makes you feel like you're in the boat with him. The best!

[@christinatillman6173]

It's always a great day when your favorite KZbinr posts video

[@bigbootyjudy5079]

One rod one reel posted

[@averyhenson4034]

Jesus loves you

[@deanhill4465]

Hands down my favorite angler to watch.

[@chubbrock659]

When I think of ideal bass fishing, this is the type of terrain I think of. Gorgeous spot.

[@JD-cc9sl]

I live for ponds like this. Hard to find them tho

[@redchally6080]

It’s Father’s Day today and my dad passed away when I was 10, about 15 years ago now. His favorite hobby ever was fishing. Went fishing in memory of him, caught 0 fish but found a Native American spearhead in the creek. It’s even more cool because him and I are Native American ❤. Caught 0 fish had more than enough fun just being out in nature. I appreciate your videos they’re awesome

[@narapizza]

I lost my dad 8yrs ago and he too absolutely loved fishing. The one responsible for my love of fishing now. Went fishing on Father’s Day 6/16/24 with my wife and same didn’t catch anything it even a bite. Yesterday 6/26/24 was the 8 year anniversary of his death and I went fishing and Jesus blessed me to catch 3 bass. Dedicated the first one to my dad.

[@trentsalwaysfishing2434]

You can never go wrong with a wacky rig Senko, they are by far my favorite lure

[@fan4life345]

Put a 1/16 nail weight into the thick side of the senco worm and it will sink better and give you more action 100%

[@_Phantom_Gaming_]

I was having a bad day but this upload just made it so much better!

[@KC-ku5sp]

You, my friend, are the Bob Ross of fishing. Calm fishing, no excessive excitement, no music, just hanging out in nature. Great content.

[@khvnp1l0t]

There's just somethin about feelin a bass smack a wacky rig. On flat calm days I can sometimes see the line twitch when the fish inhales it, before it tries to swim away. That's one of my favorite things lol. Nice fishin, thanks for takin us along!

[@FISHANE84]

kudos to your sound editor aka mother nature. love it man!

[@mkanyuh]

Is whispering part of the wacky worm presentation...LOL...luv it!!!

[@ndyakangler]

I feel like if I’m talking too loud with those fish so close I might spook them lol

[@toni-da-bologna7006]

Me being a beginner fisherman and yesterday my first time holding a bass in my hands 😂 I enjoy watching you hope to catch fish like you some day

[@graysenstonefishing1043]

Congrats Bro, Im a year late but good job man

[@Vanzgardian1]

You’re prob the most calm bass angler I’ve ever witnessed. Can’t say I’d maintain myself the same way but love it.

[@pattonorr7572]

Yep. My day is taking a 16 minute pause.

[@MattLaClear]

Haha, word!

[@landondarjean983]

For real!

[@BabyBilly1989]

If your at work, thats really what his videos end up being lol.

[@rcdestroyer2130]

You missed the best 20 seconds!!!

[@kungfucody3126]

Lmao ommm

[@SilverZero5150]

The Bob Ross of fishing. Super chill and learning and enjoying your joy of fishing!

[@FishingWithGMan]

Literally the Bob Ross of the fishing world! Good stuff!

[@jasenwhite552]

You Sir could not be more correct!

[@proxcuber4741]

A marling baits and ndyak angler vid would be the greatest collab ever!! Just imagine marling baits makes them some whopper ploppers and they catch some big smallies on the river together!

[@i_hate_this_name4138]

That would be sick

[@martyp5544]

Love this guy, he’s so chill

[@bradsillasen1972]

Anyone should be if they're catchin' quality fish 24/7 ;-)

[@dudetime6790]

Best KZbin fishing channel EVER!

[@montrich1]

Having fished multiple s in different sizes and colors, kzbin.infoUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 this is by far my favorite. One thing to be aware of is the sided willow blade. One side is silver and the other is the green/orange shown. This is not bad, just unconventional. In terms of fishing, I have found the lure works just fine without a tail like a craw or shad. That addition is up to you. Also, the hook part where you attach the swivel snap or tie the line is a problem on baits these days, since it's able to slide up and down. However this lure seems to be tight enough that that doesn't happen often, and you can solve it by putting a thin slice of medical tube over the hook before attaching the line. Like others have said, it's really magic on a good windy day.

[@Navery00]

Hell yeah man, you are making people better fishermen each day

[@samporterbass]

I wanted to stop and say thank you. Thank you for inspiring me to get back to what's important in my own videos. It's about the fish, it's always been about the fish, the adventure and the ambiance. Unfortunately, it's easy to get caught up in wanting to conform to the other (more popular) channels by getting crazy with the editing, effects, music and nonsense. I subbed to you because you remind me of why I even started fishing to begin with, the escapism. To go fishing is to leave your personal reality behind for a brief time and enter into another realm. The bass never cared I was a poor kid, an awkward teen or a misguided young adult. We just had an understanding, I agreed to present the bait to the best of my ability and in return, they agreed to bite it, so simple, so perfect. The purity of it all is what has kept me involved for the past 49 years and arguably the only reason I'm still alive. I sincerely hope you reach well over a million subscribers, you truly deserve it. Tight lines to you sir and thank you for 'getting it'.

[@sgt_salty_cracka1541]

Fishing literally saved my life. I live in a big city and made some poor choices early in my life. I remember the day it all changed like it was yesterday. Sitting by the river, hearing the birds chirp, seeing the wildlife, and the feeling of accomplishment of figuring out the pattern for the day. Even if it is just to take a picture and release them. I thank God everyday.

[@chmaximus319]

Watching you fish is like medicine for me. Thanks for that.

[@dunndiddy7505]

been binge watching your channel for about a month and a half now, and ive been fishing seriously for about 2 months you have litteraly tought me almost everything i know about fishing tight lines and keep up the good work man reading these comments you obviosly have many followers that really appreciate you as i do now. caught my first "PB" on a 90 whopper plopper just like my dad taught me haha hope you enjoy a great summer of fishing. Cause i know i am.

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks and congrats on the PB! Getting them on topwater makes it even better!

[@bigmoemedina313]

You are so Simplistic yet so Fascinating!!! Always looking forward to watch your videos, It's what life is all about!!! a great way to diffuse a hectic day of work or whatever stressful moment you're going thru. Much respect for what you do, keep those videos coming friend!! 😊😊

[@North_Star_Fishing]

Every video you post is so calming

[@johntordo9289]

I love it when a big fish tows you around, when your in a kayak. It took me 20 minutes to land a salmon. great fun.

[@str_rice]

i want to go kayak fishing with you one day that’s my dream

[@northeastgiants775]

Me first lmao great bass fisherman he’s a beast

[@Alamander81]

I once had a dream that 8-bit guy was my dad so I feel this.

[@BassYakCam]

Wacky worm is the king of river fishing. Absolute king.

[@CanoeAngler]

Thanks again. You make the best videos. Scenic, no stupid music and you can fish too.

[@the1burger]

I don’t fish, I’m not even interested in fishing. Yet I find myself enjoying these videos immensely, it’s almost therapeutic. Keep up the good work.

[@fedupwithem6208]

You might enjoy watching Davie Mcphail tying flies. His soft, Scottish accent is very relaxing and I find watching him lowers my blood pressure better than my bp medication.

[@cowfat8547]

they seem to resist it when i’m fishing 😂

[@HUMCHEE]

This video is so relaxing. You may have been the final push I needed to become a beginner angler.

[@YaBo1Jack]

CONGRATULATIONS on 200k your one of my top favorite fishing youtubers i love your content hope your channel keeps growing and getting bigger and bigger!

[@josiahchu5570]

lol

[@jackmurray548]

@@josiahchu5570 bro haha

[@messi10monu99]

been watching your vids since way back. love learning from you man!! one of the best fishing yt channels for sure

[@jasenwhite552]

I freaking LOVE your Channel! This is so relaxing and entertaining. Videos like this are why we need KZbin in this world. Fantastic y'all! 👍😎

[@Hamperter]

All it takes is 1 letter taken away from the title for it to be on another site

[@MacCready_]

My 3 y/o son loves your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@whitty2575]

I've been dieing to go fishing today, perfect day for topwater, then I watch this and I think I've decided to go😁

[@JohnnyO8500]

As always, the absolute best content on KZbin. Your channel is literally the only reason I have KZbin notifications. I’ve been watching your channel for years, every single video is fresh and exciting. Keep up the amazing work 👍👍 (a Q&A video would be amazing, maybe get to know the man behind the camera a little bit better)

[@rippinlips9143]

Best fishing videos, you need a Netflix series 🎣 🤜🤛 tight lines!!

[@CamdenAden]

You might have the best bass fishing Chanel I’ve ever watched the vibes in your videos are amazing keep it up🙏

[@elilarson2082]

Wacky worm never fails! Always the go to lure

[@big.tard_]

I just tried it earlier and cought 8 fish in 10 minutes

[@matthewpixley4941]

I love the clear water up there It adds a nice experience and change of tactics when fishing

[@nolanf7023]

The Bob Ross of fishing.

[@titsmcgee8885]

I was gonna buy a fishing kayak because I love watching this channel. But instead I bought an inflatable pontoon. And a trolling motor to go with it. Such a blast and a great purchase. Tight lines.

[@Swizzle9708]

Holy cow you’re the bob ross of fishing! this was amazing to watch

[@s.t.entertainmentreviews7506]

Great video, commentary, knowledge, execution. Well done! Gives us viewers a good feeling and motivation! Thanks.

[@jango3014]

The Man himself has uploaded!!

[@nickparrinello3302]

These lakes are incredible! No houses pleasure boats everywhere just nature super jealous! Keep em comin brother fantastic content

[@richardsousa2625]

That water is so clear. Man I gotta move somewhere without all these people

[@electricchurchmedia1187]

Northern Minnesota. There is over 500 lakes within 50 miles of me

[@harrygrimley4352]

@@laylow8648 think twice about Florida. Water world in the near future.

[@daking414]

I live in Milwaukee (populated city) surprisingly downtown and surrounding area has clear river and lake spots that produce monster smallies

[@balis203]

@@laylow8648 dont worry man, even if all the glaciers and ice in the world melt, florida won't be submerged. rising in the sea is very localized, and florida will not be strongly affected. (source: john englander)

[@monopolyshark]

@@laylow8648 You have it backwards. I also live in NW wisconsin. You will find much better fishing here than anywhere in TN or FL. Are there even any natural lakes in Tenessee? The northern half of wisconsin has some of the best warm water fishing in the nation.

[@tomf9292]

The Wacky is my go to bait at my pond on Cape Cod. I use any color, as long as it’s green! I use a spinning set up with 30lb Power Pro braid and a mono leader. I cast and let it sit and watch for the line to twitch from the bass taking it. Very cool. Great Video…very peaceful

[@kurodamakoto2316]

dude your fishing vids are such quality. you inspire me to get out there and get after em. just wish the fishing was as good out here in Delaware haha.

[@krugerm1]

I know you can see all the fish in this lake. not that hard when its the case. which lake is it? what's the secret?

[@nathaniellollis3868]

I'm just wondering if anyone has ever told you that you have a calming and relaxing VOICE, dude? You remind me of the guy who used to have a TV broadcast on painting, when I was a kid. It seems such a huge contrast to hear that voice while you're fishing. Most people start yelling in their excitement (understandably so). But you just keep that same calmness in your tone. It is truly REFRESHING!!!!

[@davemitchell6663]

Bob Ross.

[@mjanglinghookninja2563]

Another great vid. Wish I had the same lakes to fish that you got

[@JM-vg6hu]

Jesus is absolutely love watching your videos so peaceful/tranquil almost like meditation! Ty for the content its amazing

[@Lserra1433]

Your voice is soothing

[@lightskinxxvvxx7334]

I love how large mouth bass are just so calm after you get them in your hands they are so chill 😎

[@Poodymainz]

Where is this?

[@ianpiceno258]

idk

[@Showmeyourmomma]

Me either

[@ChibboVR]

North Dakota

[@kokuokirai1103]

That bass clearing the water was crazy to see, I've never been that excited watching someone else fish hahaha

[@Shadow-99x]

The wacky worm is always successful.

[@Jake-we7lh]

Dude your videos are always so high quality I love them. Such an underrated youtuber

[@eqvxrt9029]

yoo just wanted to say great vid man keep up the work

[@TB-lv2rh]

This man & the "Creek Adventure" guy are the 2 reasons for my new lack of unproductivity from the home office!!!! Wow these 2 guys live the absolute dream!!!!!!

[@discontinuationatthemoment]

Worms are one of the most versatile methods of fishing in freshwater, I've been using worms since I started casting a rod. Love your vids

[@Mike1981905]

Awesome. Looks like so much fun. Great video

[@louieg9508]

My favorite fishing channel on any network, not just YT !

[@jonathanfox3285]

I can watch and see. You have exceptional control in more ways then one. Casting, placement, voice.! You could drop into the vault. You rest in the top 3 sleep videos. One is rolling cigars. Another is cutting open a fish. And any one of yours. A lot of us find you to be Bob Ross, in his next life. Like you just as you are.

[@southernstarresources2231]

Just came across you….this by far one of the best fishing videos I’ve ever seen!! 👍👍

[@placebo5466]

This is such a vibe.

[@Erin-vu1tt]

Absolutely LOVE coming along with you in your videos! What a dream! 👍 😎 💖 Beautiful.

[@savageotter7092]

"nothing but little blue gill back there" sounded like he is talking about the blue gill like Bob Ross would a happy tree 😂

[@badgerbassin5492]

sight fishing fish you paddle over is just the best

[@aimk1wi1i29]

You are the Best KZbinr in the amerikan fishing scenery Thank You

[@joshkeith6084]

Crazy how a lake that beautiful with great LMB and you're the only angler out there! If it was in my home state it'd be packed! It's like virgin waters LOL

[@ndyakangler]

I keep this lake quiet, it’s the only one that people haven’t found from my vids yet lol. It’s a tough one to get into, no boat launch just a steep hill you have to cart a kayak or canoe down to access the water so it doesn’t get any traffic.

[@turbodood79]

This is the life. Excellent cinematography.

[@irpurinton9280]

You’re videos are so chill and make my day

[@giovanguida4874]

It’s just one monster after another with this guy!

[@J-Rod73]

Love me some wacky worms. Nice fish there!! Your voice sounds like Bob Ross lol, love it! 😄

[@townfool6859]

I don’t fish at all, but for whatever reason, I watched your video. Relaxing, peaceful, and fun to watch. “Wacky!” “Wacky!”

[@adamdevries8121]

Hey Matt,all the best to you and your family, ,,summer frog and wacky worms are the way to go in my opinion, especially in a kayak fun times. i'm curious when your wacky worm fishing with 1/0 ewg hook it doesnt get hooked in the weeds that much? alot times I noticed your fishing around weeds in the summer which is something I do aswell,, but if I dont texas rig it I get hung up in weeds, hope to hear back my friend, plus happy to hear your diawa reels cast those worms out well, im very curious if those reels would cast a inline spinner aswell,? okie dookie back to drawing chat any time.

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

Thanks for the reminder👍followed suit today after seeing thumbnail couple days ago and the Wacky Worm saved the day👌

[@English_MoFo]

The beauty of that HD GoPro hat cam is that we get to see everything you're looking at. Great job Matt 👍

[@macys5076]

That looks like sooo much fun!!

[@LaSxVeG4sx67]

Love these videos! Just tried kayak fishing for the first time last week. I am now addicted😂

[@brazy9607]

3:24 most calm reaction ever 😭 couldn’t me me

[@morris9175]

I live in Maine and bass don’t get over 5 pounds here. I caught a 5 pounder which happens to be my pb on a ZOOM blue lizard that I hooked wacky. Great rig to use plus it’s easy to rig up for beginners.

[@brucejohnson6507]

Your videos are responsible for the boom in kayak sales.

[@ndyakangler]

I’ve definitely noticed more kayaks being hauled around the last few years compared to the first 7-8 years I owned mine. I’m sure I’ve helped persuade a few people to get into it. It does seem like everyone else I see in a kayak these days recognizes me from KZbin lol.

[@brucejohnson6507]

@NDYakAngler you should by the kayak builders trade group. 20’ 200hp bass boat not required for fishing success👑👑👑

[@mikewhiteman5465]

Great place to live, bass, pike, musky..... Great job. Enjoy the narration.

[@AB-tn3jd]

Wacky Worms are my go to, and I rarely use anything else. Just so good, so many kinds, and they work.

[@ninjarider84]

Well done, kayak bass fishing has changed my life...and bank account lol nothing more peaceful than finding a lake like this and catching hawgs in the yak.

[@joncampbell3641]

A gentleman angler and a delight to watch !

[@brianathern9154]

So Mondays bite was similar, my brother goes 0-4 on the frogs and the Poppers were getting the smaller aggressive dinks excited. Then I saw him rock 4 on the Yum Dinger...Black and blue so I switched off the Power worms....with my own 5 inch Senko I got 3 on 4 casts. Fish #3 was 17.5 inches. Running low I switched to the watermelon red flake all Texas rigged with the flooded shore cover...thanks for taking us along Matt!!

[@ndyakangler]

It’s starting to pick up. I was back at this lake last Friday and caught three nice ones on the frog, it just took several hours to find them and I kind of gave up on trying to film by that point. I might head back out there tomorrow though and go frog all day.

[@mr.frenchfry4448]

oh man the wacky rig, my absolute favorite way to use plastics, i’ve had so much luck with that set up, my go to rig

[@joegrande4848]

Wacky rig with a 10 inch leader on a dropshot is awesome of course with trophy bass by procure. I use a red or plumb finesse worm. I know I sound like a spokesman for procure but it's amazing. If I had a youtube fishing channel which I'll probably never do I'd talk about procure. 😊❤

[@nathanfay2649]

By far the best fishing channel

[@ParkerThomass]

Kayak, Clear water, light winds, big largeys = happy place

[@davidflaro7217]

you sir have inspired me to get back into fishing i went out re uped the tackle box sharpend the hooks up and got back out there lol i also went and got a kayak to try my hand at yak fishing you sir make this look easy as pie i love your bloopers with the kayak fishing my first time out on it was a learning curve for sure where i need my equipment for easy access you name it but from watching your videos gave me some really good insight on what to expect and ive loved fishing from the kayak alot and will be doing more in the near future for sure cheers and good fishing to ya sir

[@ryandawson3612]

So much finesse with the release LOL. Best KZbin fishing channel no doubt.