Bridge Bass Were CRUSHING The Craw!

Fishing for big smallmouth bass off a small river bridge! I was out scoping out some new lakes to drop the kayak in and decided to make a quick stop at the bridge to say hello to a few smallies!
Gear used on this trip:
Lure: Nikko Craw magma amzn.to/3MagLX6
Jig: Z-Man 1/5oz Power Finesse amzn.to/46zhppk
Rod: St Croix BassX 6'8" M XF amzn.to/495RwPQ
Reel: Daiwa Zillion SV TW G amzn.to/3F6TCCc
Line: Power Pro Super Slick V2 15lb amzn.to/3rRI6qp
Leader: Daiwa J-Fluoro 12lb amzn.to/3SqD0wb

[@adammead8197]

Howdy everyone

[@tylercrank7729]

Beautiful day here In Minnesota

[@rickythurman2406]

We need stickers Matt

[@rickythurman2406]

Big ol howdy everyone for the back of my rig. One of those “if you know, you know” situations.

[@isaiah69430]

Howdy

[@turkN9NE]

howdy everyone

[@colinkelly279]

I absolutely cannot imagine what it is like to have such hotspots all to yourself. The peace, the fishing, the scenery. Amazing day at an easily accessible location. Nice.

[@IWorldLeader]

I'm slightly jealous

[@Brian-vd4mg]

Yea where I live there would be lots of evidence of fishing(fishermen trash)at a place that accessible.

[@alotek2408]

I had a nice spot like this for about 2 years, then someone posted it on FishBrain. Now the whole place is covered in trash (line, hooks, beer cans, styrofoam bait containers, etc.). Makes me so damn sad. I fill up a big trash bag every time I am there, but I can't keep up with it :(

[@Brian-vd4mg]

@@alotek2408 yep this is what happens in my area to every accessible spot. I’m getting a Kayak when I decide to get back out fishing mostly to get to spots with no pressure.

[@alotek2408]

@@Brian-vd4mg Yea, it's so sad. I do a lot of fishing by myself in "far to reach" places with a Kayak, etc. and it's amazing. But at the same time I think I get the most enjoyment in taking my nephews/nieces fishing to accessible places, and it's a god damn shame that people can't pick up their trash. I feel embarrassed showing them places where I've fished for years that are now completely littered with trash. What is so HARD about putting your trash away in your bag or backpack, whatever you bring with you? :(

[@nathanmatthewdavis6648]

This guy is the Bob Ross of fishing. Best fishing channel!

[@christophershelton1735]

One thing I love about this channel is no music. No adds. No produt plugs. Great job sir

[@BLitZ_2944]

Just started watching this guy a week ago and now I cant stop, keep up the great and calming videos

[@rolandgdean]

I binged for weeks when I found this. And since I'm a woodworker, I even designed an item I was going to gift him but never did it because I'm not sure he could even use it so I never pulled the trigger on it...plus, it's a humor thing and I didn't want to offend him because my sense of humor is a bit eccentric...lol.

[@BLitZ_2944]

@@rolandgdean oh lol, im sure if u just sent it with a note explaining it and that its kinda a joke thing he'd understand and still be grateful

[@rolandgdean]

@@BLitZ_2944 I think about it every week when I watch the latest video. I likely will someday.

[@BLitZ_2944]

@@rolandgdean that would be cool to see it appear in a video in the future lol

[@tommyrq180]

Just a small tip, FWIW. I put a spot of white paint at 18”, 19”, two at 20”, and another at 21” up from rod butt. Gives you a quick measurement for a big fish if you’re away from the ruler (like today). 😊

[@BrockVillain]

Woah!!! Honey hole. I love the acoustics from that pipe when the fish jump.

[@DanKoning777]

I can hear the smallies talking right now "I don't know about ya'll, but I just lost my taste for crayfish; and when did they start biting back like that?" I'm retired now, but I'd of loved to have had a spot like this-what a great spot to unwind after a long day at work. An hour there and you'd be back to normal. Good stuff Matt. God bless.

[@onepunch9203]

Thanks, Matt! We all love the kayak footage, but this was excellent, too.

[@vansaukam799]

WOWSERS! When one starts feeding, it can start a chain reaction of ringing the lunch bell.

[@chesschess100]

Sir, I love your vids. One thing I’m particularly impressed with is the accuracy of your casts when in your yak. I imagine a few shore/weeds/tree casts must get edited out… how about a blooper vid? Might be fun. Love your channel.

[@skippyjones4195]

Well I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again you are the BOB ROSS of fisherman what a wonderful video Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤👍✌️💪🏻

[@allforugod]

THAT'S MY SPOT!!!! I know exactly where you are and yes the culverts there are GOLD.

[@SavageVoyageur]

Funny you should say that because I know exactly where that is too. Hahahaha

[@brucesheehe6305]

Smallie said, "What is that stickin' in my craw?" "Ah, it is Matt's craw - darn it - fooled again!"

[@theyetirulrs]

Gotta love it when a roadside distraction becomes the main feature!

[@christinerogers5331]

Another great video, Matt, it seems that your videos keep getting better and better or maybe I just look forward to the next one so much that the anticipation heightens my excitement and enjoyment! Thanks again, Matt, anxiously awaiting your next video, take care and be safe!

[@freeurmind2871]

I love watching your videos, they’re very therapeutic. Thank you 🙏

[@kunkothan]

Was very entertaining to see you out of the kayak hunting smallies in culverts, cheers

[@dmw1306]

Great job Brother. I really enjoy culvert fishing. I caught my PB Largemouth Bass from a culvert. 6.9 l.bs North Idaho.

[@thatfishingnoob]

Ayeeee!!!! Matt, I hope the fishing over there is outstanding for you, so you still have extra stuff to edit and have for when everything freezes over like crazy.

[@theone031]

Thanks for making a video like this. Not all of us have access to a kayak yet and this still gives me hope lol.

[@Mattsommers521]

You know it’s going to be a good day of fishing when you get a hit within your first few casts! Great video as always!!

[@user-bb5em7yk9n]

Happy Saturday, Matt! You definitely made mine! Stay well, brother!

[@Roman-jx1jb]

The Bob Ross of fishing! Wish I knew all the honey holes in my area like you do, but makes for great videos so thanks for sharing as always!

[@mrjipper]

Just love the sounds of nature, the crickets and birds, so peaceful. It brings back memories of my childhood. Keep up the cideos

[@AvocatDude]

Nice action for cold winter weather.

[@scottkniss3760]

Yet another awesome video, mate...! One thing did catch my attention, though, when you mentioned not wanting to take a swim on the steep concrete of the culvert; have you ever considered throwing together a "blooper" reel...? There's gotta be some moments in all the years you've been fishing that you've done it... we all have. Toss us some laughs...! :)

[@antoniomora1255]

No smallies over here in Spain but I enjoyed this video. Great catching in such an accesible spot and you were alone!

[@ndyakangler]

I had one other car pull up there for about 20 minutes, and several others slowed down but probably went and found another spot after seeing me fishing.

[@stevenkimbrell8796]

I enjoyed the video always when you make the smallmouth also enjoy watching the ones where you go back into the reservoir and fish around the lily pads and the grass and stuff I enjoy the largemouth thank you for sharing this video real nice fish and real good footage

[@erichjelmberg1661]

Wow, that 2nd fish earned its jump wings. Airborne

[@randallburgess46]

Thanks for taking me along,always appreciate your videos.

[@truebalsamhogs]

Thanks. Well done as always. Tight lines.

[@oldmanfred8676]

Loved the spotted Smally.😊

[@harrygrimley4352]

So ... a bonus video? Cool. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

Well, I'm envious!🥴🍻

[@derekv8534]

Those are some absolute studs!! If there was a spot like that around here it would be shoulder to shoulder of fishermen every weekend.

[@glockholliday7490]

Thanks for getting out

[@PaulJFleischer]

Stopped by the bridge. Ha!! Yeh. Didn't even need to get in the kayak. Wow! Nice spot and good choice of bait. Excellent releases. I like that head shake you give them.

[@Aidan_Eh]

YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BassMang! ! ! ! ! 👋🤓 that first smally was boiling that water, love that 🥰 22:06 my god mang, that thing is F A T an has a decent girth as well.. beautiful smally dude 😋 this was an "over all" excellent vid dude.. its a nice change.. see ya on the next one an stay safe bro buh bye 👋🥸

[@tmkayakfishing8236]

Love this place.

[@Fishing_withluca]

Let’s go I wait every day and chek KZbin to see if you posted and today you did, can’t wait to watch the video

[@joelhartung3776]

So Glad this guy drives a Ford. I can keep watching! Thumbs up

[@yummygogolak]

Interesting that they take red fairly late in the season. I use orange/brown craws and that bite just stopped for me at some point in August.

[@anthonyhoffmann543]

Thank you!

[@coyakbrian3411]

Another great morning coffee video, thank you!

[@TheJaymon1962]

Man, that was very cool. Love that craw and beautiful smallies!

[@wrenchhead4378]

Haulin in footballs…. Great vid..

[@brianathern9154]

That's a great little spot Matt and having it all to yourself for a spell....most excellent. Sure did seem like a good time to stop and Boom 💥 Smallies! It'll be hard water season before we know it

[@Killoer]

Thanks for introducing me to this lure; pretty nice and elastech type material - But works wonders!

[@justinberge2887]

Nice work on the smallies!

[@gslang3489]

You should try out the Zman Hellraizer. I took your advice on the headbanger and love it. I just got the 3/8th Hellraizer and its a great finesse top water. Ghost Shad and Scaly Shad have been the two ive tried.

[@lstepinski]

Fantastic as always, bedder dan Saturday morning cartoons. That concrete pad looks mighty steep, one false move or one misstep and you get a chance to see how cold that water really is. But as usual you handle the obstacles with ease. You've set the bar mighty high for bass fishing videos, keep it up Matt.

[@ndyakangler]

I dropped my phone there about this time last year and it bounced down that slanted concrete into the river. At least it was warm that day and the swim wasn’t too bad!

[@mikecollins2476]

I like how that's like a bfs setup but not an actual bfs setup. I might have to try that with one of my poles.

[@ndyakangler]

I use that setup a lot this time of year for throwing light jigs and plastics and weightless wacky worms. The combination of the Daiwa SV spool and running 15lb braid to a 12lb fluoro leader gets some great casting distance with those light lures and I don’t end up with a birds nest like I eventually would with spinning gear and reeling a somewhat slack line.

[@mikecollins2476]

@@ndyakangler yea sometimes I forget how fun light line is. I put some 8lb copoly on my 4000 spinning reel and that thing casts as far as some of my baitcasters now and when you catch one you actually get to fight it a little bit. I bet it's a riot on a baitcaster.

[@chrisaquino5826]

You’re the Bob Ross of fishing!

[@markg1490]

Another good start to my Saturday. I look forward to your videos.

[@GainingDespair]

Video makes me want to go fishing for the first time in probably 6 months.

[@Aces8s]

Some really nice fish.

[@ebaker60]

Totally worth stopping on the bridge!

[@LanaLaughsRealLoud]

The smallie that shook your bait to get off probably happened because you were probably letting it tire itself out too much or too long. Smallies will shake like crazy while fighting to resist the pull. As usual, another fantastic video today. ❤

[@Elroy5150]

Another Fantastic Video!

[@plhauslein]

Beautiful fish

[@daking414]

I love he gives smallies their due in his videos…I’d take a 6 lb smallie over a 10lb lmb 🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@irkjustice5600]

Another awesome video!

[@RoadLifePursuits]

Nice, you didn't even need to launch the yak !

[@haisyburner5603]

I wish I could get some nice fishing like that near me 😭

[@turboboy0]

I started putting some rods up for the season. I still keep 6 or 7 in my truck though.

[@kitswithkaren5003]

The boy did good.🐻🐒🤗👍

[@wolfpackflt670]

I think the whopper plopper would of done wonders there.

[@Brohteinshake]

Morning everyone!

[@coloradohrfishinadventures6028]

A solid spot 😉😊

[@72weezy1]

You know his channel is exclusive when you have to wait 2 full commercials and can’t skip them 😂

[@smelltheglove2038]

Sometimes if you back out of the video then click it again the commercials skip themselves.

[@-a-strikelures1212]

Exit out of the video then click it again. Do that a few times. No commercials. Been doing that for years. I'm not paying for KZbin nor am I downloading an add blocker

[@orgeebaharvin6284]

Good stuff!

[@oakdogfu]

Let the Smallies commence!!

[@shawnk.]

Top 'O the Mornin' to ya!

[@Akira_781]

Great vid man thanks! 🍻

[@starkeyshelbyj]

Best on line fisherman ❣️‼️

[@seahorse4448]

Awesome catch!!!

[@tylernelson1993]

Really want you to try a Yum CrawBug on a standup jig or shakyhead. It gets me my biggest river smallmouth bites every year

[@johnstoutenburg7163]

That craw is a great bait

[@shannonwegley483]

Love all your videos and find them entertaining and exciting. Your narration is excellent. Don’t know if you have ever been told this but your voice sounds just like Victor Davis Hanson who is a professor and political commentator. Thanks for all the cool videos. I have just recently become obsessed with fishing. Fishing has become something my husband and I love doing together.

[@WillHarder805]

3:39 that is one persistent fish lol

[@camhester4251]

i use that same setup but on a 2500 series spinning reel and medium rod works great here in south east N.C. too

[@Szuubs]

Great channel

[@bigmoemedina313]

Awesome bank video! you don't make them too often but should whenever you the time is right! I like your Truck but couldn't tell what it was, I'm curious. Be safe and keep'em coming!!

[@ndyakangler]

Thanks! My truck is a 2020 Ford Ranger.

[@jasonpowell6824]

Hell yeah! Gunna be a good sat...with my man posting another killer video.

[@fishingtherapy4565]

moooooorrrrreeeeee videooooossss. have all my babies!!!!

[@wbarney59]

Thanks Matt

[@PaintedTurtle001]

Sweet day! 👍

[@FishWithAJ]

Great vid as always hope to see some more pike/ musky vids as it should be getting colder. (Viewer from England)

[@thecashman8924]

Man great video

[@noodles8834]

thats a nice colored craw

[@marcusgonewild]

Am i the only one watching his thumb heal through all his last few videos 😅

[@bassackwards3433]

Need to get the yak out and camp out at the entrances LOL. Great job man!

[@dr.freudstein]

saturday afternoon video..cant beat that :)

[@chucklong66]

Good video

[@k9companion231]

You will never starve. LOL

[@the2060ish]

Aww go in for a swim like last time..🤭🏊

[@ndyakangler]

I made sure to keep my phone or anything else I might drop in my pocket this time!

[@paulyang8276]

I miss that bridge

[@ndyakangler]

It’s always a good spot!

[@markd6430]

Why does the fisherman cross the road.... to catch somemore SMALLIES 🎣💥

[@truthis777]

What a catcherman!!!!