Bushcraft Fishing Rod and Reel - ALONE Season 8

[@madisonlitteral7069]

Can we just appreciate that he made a fishing pole with a Leatherman 🤯

[@Wr3nch3s84]

Just curious what tool would you have used?

[@borislavborislav5545]

He made it with skill, the tool is irrelevant.

[@andrewkeeton3627]

Literally what we’re doing, thanks for pointing that out

[@cameronstain4793]

Kinda the whole point of the video ain't it?

[@kedahdarulaman1926]

👍

[@3_ft]

When I watched your season of Alone, this rod/reel set up was the thing I was most interested in. I kept trying to see how it worked but the editing on the show kept hiding its secrets. Very glad you put it on your channel. I am now subbed

[@emmatalmadge1473]

This has to be the best most useful tool ever made on Alone.

[@Mike-om4tv]

@Dan Jett Well one is for active fishing one is a passive method. Not really fair to compare the two.

[@Andrelmiranda]

That just raised the bar for the other editions, for sure.

[@myfalconry76]

Boy you got low standards for bars

[@brianeaton3734]

@@myfalconry76 it must really suck to be you. My condolences.

[@reynaldosantos994]

U

[@joshuajonker1909]

@@brianeaton3734 savage🤣👌😜🤙

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

thats awesome👌

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@yuriy_kondor]

Oh hey Mr.Fowler, fancy seeing you here. I'm Subscribed to your channel. Good luck on the slingshot competition!

[@customcutter100]

Saw your Duck Slayer video, and ordered 3 sling shots on Monday. It's been over 50 years since I shot one. LOL

[@mem7048]

Zach, he could teach Greg how to make a working example, and also how to cast it.

[@ptrck423]

Was just about to say...Zach, where are you? Looks like Clay's gotta make it to Maine for a fish off! Or...build, catch, cook..slingshot vs bow?

[@johnygoodman6659]

Man if you don't win I'ma be super upset, these kind of skills are by far the best in any season of the show. If anything history channel should give you your own tv show

[@cuivre2004]

I loved the spinning/baitcasting combination aspect of this reel. Takes the best of both- no backlash of a spinning reel and the winding in without a bail needed from a casting reel.

[@incorporeal3793]

One of if not the coolest survival build I've watched yet.

[@balkanboy864]

SHIMANO

[@srf2112]

I've been binge watching "Alone" recently. As an avid spinning reel fisherman I always think "if only they could make a decent rod/reel combo". The lashing skills are where I would struggle with this but bravo!!

[@richardhenry1969]

Lashing is much easier then you think. Just watch a video on end lashing ropes. It’s one knot very easy to tie can be used on a million things. If someone else did it you can to. The trick to everything is never quit.

[@CarolThomas-c4h]

I wish you showed how to the the lashing. I'm an alone super fan, loved Season 8 and was super proud cause I live in Idaho.

[@AaronBishop-st2ow]

Works great although it kzbin.infoUgkxLoZpKHn4w7dtzXk1eygBlOhbLxuVe3uD took a while to figure out how to reverse it. Nearly disassembled the entire thing. Looks better than my Redington Rise 5/6 reel too.

[@thomasbarry522]

BEST contestant in ALONE bar none! Respect doesn't come close.... And you are a great family man. As a father of three I Respect all the above immensely.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Many thanks

[@EvertfromNederland]

Thanks for showing this! amazing tool. History has a nice show but they need to let us see more footage of these builds. I mean you are filming it and all they show is mostly drama. Thanks again for this i am looking forward to see how you do on the show!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks, I’ll be recreating everything here on my channel

[@joseffroula7415]

Congratulations for getting onto the show and doing so well on the first episode. It means so much more because we have been following you on your channel. God bless you and your family!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@k.g.r.2682]

I've watched every season of Alone and am always impressed by creative ingenuity, but Clay's rod and reel easily is the most innovative bushcraft tool I've seen on the show. I'm guessing that EVERY former participant had that immediate feeling of, why didn't I think of that!? Truly impressive.... What's really amazing is that a later episode features Clay building a forge, smelting iron, fabricating rubber wheels from plants, and then building a fully functioning ATV that he uses to chase down and tree a mountain lion before immobilizing it with a tazer he made by containing the electrical current from a passing storm and some of his snare wire. Again, quite impressive.

[@christophersherman1198]

This has to be one of the best ideas I've seen. Great for spots you don't want to pack a pole into. 👍🏻

[@tomek5513.]

Love the fact this video was done in nearly total silence. Really enjoyed watching versus listening to somone ramble on.

[@theabhorrentchef7226]

There are two types of people in the world. Those who want silent Rumble videos, and those who like narration, discussion, advice, and general ramblings. I am definitely of the latter group. I will rarely make it through more than a minute of a silent video unless it’s something I must see. As soon as I start to sense an “asmr” aspect or whatever the hell I am out.

[@unit3edkarnage]

I watched the first episode with some friends, We were all blown away when you pulled out the fishing pole!!

[@KH-kx2dm]

No kidding

[@johnygoodman6659]

I got a Bonner 🤣

[@ehrendamitz2555]

I really like your method, thank you.

[@skipun]

Great job Clay. Not sure how anyone can go on the next season(s) and not incorporate a rod into their game plan when it comes to fishing. Though we did see Jordan with a similar pole setup in season 6, you’d think everyone would be doing this by now...

[@cuivre2004]

So many unskilled in the art of fishing on the show. Clay totally set a new standard.

[@cuivre2004]

​@@drewwiley7083 When really skilled fishermen see them, they realize how unskilled they are- even given the situation.

[@OdeeOz]

@@cuivre2004 You nailed it! So many stuck in that iPad-iPhone personal bubble, that they have a hard time making oatmeal from a store package. If it ain't Instant made, they don't and/or Can't do it.

[@StoneTheCr0w]

​@@OdeeOzYou're speaking from personal experience. You're an employee living in a dwelling you didn't build on land you don't own. Being able to make some bread or can some berries is an embarrassing thing to peacock about in light of those facts. Stay silent and humble son

[@booshwaa2]

I am excited to see you on the show. I am rooting for you 100%.

[@MrNatureboy2010]

This is a beautiful build ! Many thanks for passing this along. I'm definitely going to make several of these.

[@kathysmith2379]

I love the show, it is apparent these guys are really good at what they do even those who don't stay that long. I appreciate learning from them, who knows, learning those skills might save our lives one day. Y'all have a great day now!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Back atcha!

[@rafaeltoledo8315]

Ingenuity at its finest, Clay Hayes, byda way I love your documentary about keeping warm inda extreme winter months,😅

[@beesmongeese2978]

Saying you deserve your own TV show is an understatement.

[@timothylongmore7325]

After finally watching alone ( because of Hayes), I bought a second hand but new leatherman wave. I've never owned one but thought I'd give them a try because of Clays endorsement of how usefull and well made they were. It's now my edc. A day doesn't go by that I don't use it multiple times. I'm a contractor , forager and bushcrafter ( see my channel) and it is by far the handiest tool I own. Clay should get product endorsements from leatherman. They probably sold thousands of these because of him and he deserves it. Fishing pole is great but childs play compared to the dovetailed box he made on alone. I'm going to but that saw he used on alone too!

[@ma7hatter]

You'll need to call this the "clay hays" design as two contestants have made one in the current season. Congrats, i think we will see this as a staple on alone for years to come.

[@charlesleblanc6638]

Watched what I believe was your very first video UNTAMED ? a few year ago, which captured the real magic of why we hunt with hand made "primitive" bows & arrows, and it was obvious that we would have lots to talk about on all the subjects of your first video, which I believe was your best. I like yourself have been a very passionate bowyer, hunter, fly fisherman for many years and truly respect wildlife and the natural world. Your primitive Rod & Reel construction had me totally captivated. If ever your down to the maritime provinces NB, Clay your welcome to visit our off the grid home in the hills.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much Charles!

[@charlesleblanc6638]

Your welcome Clay, I've been wanting to acknowledge this for a while now, and maybe we will cross paths some day.

[@Tuxdaddy]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THAT RIG !!! Will admit you had me scratching my head on your intial wraps , with you being a bowyer and all LOL.. I'm gonna have to watch how you went about reinforcing your wire guides a couple of times .. GREAT STUFF Sir !!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Yeah man, those wraps were finished just like the serving on a bow string!

[@mikebalos4749]

I was highly impressed with the fishing rod on last weeks episode! Thanks for making the video of how to make one. I enjoy all your videos. Great stuff!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Mike

[@ItsAnnapalooza]

Clay rocked season 8 ✌️ I was ecstatic when he won!!😊

[@carnyfelonlawyer2285]

Kids told him to do cool stuff...nice work dad.

[@paul-sm3wh]

I spent 10 hours sat behind my almost £2000 rods real and alarm setup yesterday loving life but after spending 20mins watching this I’m now selling the lot lol. Amazing stuff bro keep the vids coming. 💪🏻👍🏻✊🏻

[@kr639]

I'm very impressed and got to watch season 8 now.

[@deadreign92]

Love hearing his family in the background. This must be so nice for him, after it’s all said and done. All the hard work paid off, well done

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@deadreign92]

@@clayhayeshunter I just watched the whole season that you were in! I was so excited for you every time you scored game and love how you thank them and show so much respect. Learned so much from watching and glad to have found your KZbin channel. You’re very inspiring gentleman.

[@JWoodcock]

It's the best of a spinning reel and baitcaster combined.

[@codynapier1001]

I like this video because there is no obnoxious music in the background he's not overly speaking and all you hear is the scrape of the tool and the sound of nature and the kids playing nearby but still great video all around

[@timkaldahl]

I don't have a tv or cable, but something tells me he kicked everyone's butts on this show. I think it would be safe to bet that he won. Great demonstration on the versatility of para cord when you pull out the center too.

[@tc_frmeden]

you can watch it on the history channels website.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Or get it on Amazon prime

[@Le_Monde_De_Demain]

the best bushcraft fishing rod i ever seen

[@williamhayes3482]

Why did I just find this....buddy is on GOD tier...you go buddy ...awesome..👍

[@imru3533]

Country boys can survive. You made Idahome proud! Now go catch'm on the North fork... Just awesome Clay!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@nunyabuziness8421]

Being prepared and smart is what u need to succeed

[@LihimSidhe]

I already know at some point in the future... I'm going to follow this video frame by frame and attempt to do this myself. This video is a great resource.

[@greyscout01]

A remarkable piece of bushcrafting.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank ya

[@ziptalia2456]

how you know when you are officially a bad ass. you build a functional fishing rod and reel out of trees. incredible video and a great reminder to always pack fishing line and hooks.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Zip

[@jerrytalley802]

In a place where fishing was tough, this was a genius invention. I was wondering if you practiced ahead of time, then you answered it ahead of time. We’re rooting for you, the deer could be the $500,000 deer, if you can keep the predators away from it. Great channel.

[@jessicablais3737]

Going and trying to make this on weekend so excited can't wait! Trying the make the guides for the rod tonight wish me luck luck@ thank you for sharing with us I appreciate it!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Good luck!!

[@shanek6582]

That’s absolutely the best designed bushcraft rod system I’ve ever seen anywhere, and I’ve been watching this stuff since Dave Canterbury had 15,000 subs.

[@clayhayeshunter]

That was a while ago!

[@themissionhunter1111]

Clay I’m watching the episodes and I’ve never been so hyped ever to watch a show you are the man of all men

[@clayhayeshunter]

thanks!

[@garypage9515]

Absolutely impressive! Thanks for showing it to us.

[@clayhayeshunter]

My pleasure

[@jeffreyarnold2626]

that is probably the coolest bushcrafting tool i've seen made. now i gotta make one just to prove i can.

[@clayhayeshunter]

It's a fun project.

[@OutdoorMike]

That rod is awesome! Total game changer.

[@bowhuntznj]

Clay great idea and the perfect way to bring food in with minimal equipment!

[@Enmegapixel]

Give a man a fish feed him for a day, teach him how to fish.. make a fishing rod.. Man you are a treat for us who want to learn these things. Thanks

[@JS-yf9xh]

Just watched Alone for the first time ever. Just happened to be Season 8. Man, as much as I loved the shit outta Biko...YOU EARNED and DESERVED that win bro! You went out there and actually thrived. Well done sir! Well done!

[@johnnywilliams6699]

Same here

[@landonbigboy4726]

Dam spoiled the ending oh well

[@JS-yf9xh]

@@landonbigboy4726 damn. Sorry!

[@landonbigboy4726]

@@JS-yf9xh nah you good

[@to8860]

Those eyelets on the rod!! Pretty freeking impressive!!!

[@fyremanjef]

Amazing how he’s the first to make this on Alone. Take that clay fireplace.

[@redsunmorning1058]

Amazing footage, storytelling & storyline!!! ❤ watching you two

[@mab0852]

Knowing your archery background, I was waiting on the serving and backserving to come out...lol Love it!!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Oh yes!

[@GlassBone710]

Same here lol. i was waiting for the reverse wrap

[@cuivre2004]

I recognized those wraps from my own rod building (using modern components and materials, mind you).

[@williamswilliams8164]

Your rig was what I spoke to friends that love the show about the most Awesome skill

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@PointBlankGuns-Ammo]

Clay, I've been a fan from day one. The video would be so much better if you could explain to us what you're doing. Step by step process would teach so many. Especially the knot tying. That's a great looking reel.

[@joedoey6824]

Why? His camera work is perfectly fine, and it's self-explanatory. Build one yourself, perhaps, and figure out what works best for you.

[@Droptineful]

Such a talented outdoorsman! Good luck Clay! 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@mrgolftennisviolin]

Awesome video. And to think of the followers Joe Robinet has just from cooking steak. And he can’t keep track of his fire steel 😂 Just kidding tbh, I like watching joe too, but this is real bushcraft skill. Thanks for sharing.

[@mikeygermsheid4643]

I’m honestly impressed he still has all his fingers.

[@daniellisy7161]

Hi Clay, what I love about this video is you show that you need basically nothing to get and catch a fish :D go to the fishing store and they make you belive that without the top notch newest expensive equipement you can’t even fish :D I might build me one my self just for the fun of it, its like hunding with a bow instead of a rifle, you could, but its more fun this way

[@Kdash66]

I just saw the season and was so awestruck that you made such a good looking and functional fishing pole and reel in the middle of nature 🤘

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@bubbanater1984]

That is great I didn’t watch the alone series but seeing this wish I had love it.

[@clayhayeshunter]

You should!

[@bubbanater1984]

@@clayhayeshunter when it comes out on Hulu or Netflix I will don’t have cable or satellite where I live.

[@clayhayeshunter]

You can get it on Amazon prime

[@markhall128]

No words to say but simply awesome

[@Trevor.Morrice]

crazy... every contestant going forward should be building these. Although it seems some of them dont bother to watch previous seasons.

[@Heaven0777]

I just started watching alone on netflix and i see this 😱🤗

[@mrmaldoon8362]

Great bush craftsmanship

[@angelasheppard7197]

I have a knockoff Leatherman that was gifted to me. I will try this with it until I can afford the Leatherman. Thanks for sharing

[@JustInCases72]

I just watched binge watched alone the season you were on that was pretty rough time. Good job dude.

[@ВікторНевмержицький-т9ъ]

Яке красиве практичне мистецтво 👍

[@mohdazizimohdazizimohdaziz9705]

ALL STAINLESS STEEL ROD FRONT USE OTHER'S MATERIAL CLEAR ....LIKE GLASS AND REEL WOW AWESOME CLAY SHINING MARVELOUS

[@michaelhoek9275]

I was rooting for you to win first guy on alone that I saw make actual working fishing pole that’s just genius awsome job congrats on win

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@josephmartin7359]

When I watch alone I always guess the winner on the first episode all but one season I've been right. You were the easiest pick though. Didn't take long (like maybe 30 seconds) to say "oh this guy's gunna win forsure". Watching you smoke that fork is definitely a highlight of the show. Stoked to find your KZbin channel! You ought to do some stick bow hunts on here! Still waiting to see someone make thier own bow in the woods and killing a buck with it. You could do it though!

[@bhardwaajmohabir9147]

Very nice thank you for showing it on you tube have a nice day 😉

[@LearnTheLandScandinavia]

We didn’t get a great angle if I remember correctly to see how far it could cast... And that’s damn near comparable to a manufactured modern fishing rod. Impressive work

[@clayhayeshunter]

I was casting a spoon about 40 yards easily. Probably couldn’t have gone over 50 if I’d pushed it.

[@Stormy2510]

Because I wasn't jealous enough of your bow skills.... Damn dude what can't you do? I have an autographed copy of your book and I love it. Keep doing what you do!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Josh

[@StingerSecSol]

Incredible. Excellent video showing the details. Thank you.

[@CineresCineribus]

Brother that is phenomenal craftsmanship and forethought! Well done!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks 😊

[@iweinjoos6694]

Day 2 and Clay already made himself an 11th item that would probably have been too technological to be brought in anyway. Been a long time watcher of your bowmaking stuff and no doubt you're either going to win, or something happens that gives you no other choice but to push the button. I'd love to see you make extra sets of arrows on the show too. Just so you can allow yourself to lose a few and go for those less-than-ideal shots.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Stay tuned!

[@michaelmaasen1154]

Congratulations !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You did it clay I was betting on you I knew you could do it so happy for you man.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks so much!!

[@johnnystirstick2284]

Damn man... you're amazing with raw materials. Just the knot tying is amazing alone.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@Woodenarrows]

Bowstring serving finish on that second rod guide.. Good job on the rod, I'm pulling for you.... I've followed all of ALONE since S1E1

[@clayhayeshunter]

Good eye!

[@Nini51963]

Wow so Amazing thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge .

[@tphvictims5101]

I gotta hand it to you. I thought I loved fishing. I’m going on 70. I saw your other videos. I live in the city and these little Johnny bad asses got nothing on a BUSH CRAFTER. I HAVE ONE of the first leatherman tools when they first came out. I got it as a Christmas gift from a departed friend. Just blew my mind with the rod guides. Holy Mackerel you’ve got alien 👽 level skills 🎣

[@clayhayeshunter]

🤣thanks

[@jesseparrish790]

A separate video on how you finished making the eyes please

[@John-gp9qf]

I started watching you for bow making. My respect for you went up to the top level. Lol you better not disappoint me like Armstrong did.

[@clayhayeshunter]

I'll do my best!

[@sasquatchboogieoutdoors9267]

You just shattered any dream I had of ever winning "Alone"... that is ridiculous skills my friend. I have a zebco 303 that dont cast that good.....awesome!

[@clayhayeshunter]

😆thanks

[@Downeastwaves]

Awesome! Thanks so much!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Sure thing

[@raccoonlittlebear6476]

Man, that's really nice! "Dear Diawa, it's been good to know you!" Haha.

[@JacobE-23]

Ok, im definitely gonna try to make one of these!

[@JimBairdAdventurer]

Amazing

[@tramp413]

I hope you rock this season! You seem like you have your shit down and stay calm and weather any storm. The only thing i can see causing you to push that button is your kids. Thank you for sharing and i would say good luck but you don't seem to need much luck and well it is all in the past for you.

[@johnd0e25]

That's pretty dope, that rod looks like a game changer. I hope you made it until the end!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks John

[@josiahhockenberry9846]

Dude. I gotta build one or six of those. Freaking awesome.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Go for it

[@A.C._Taylor]

Using your skill for serving a bowstring really come in handy for making this fishing rig. I'm rootin' for ya to win!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Yeah, those wraps came out nice!

[@gregggibson3109]

Absolutely the most awesome DIY project I’ve ever seen!! You ‘da man! Looking for your win on Season 8.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Glad ya liked it Greg

[@teejayleonard]

Genius :) A mix of a bait caster and spinning reel. Awesome!!!!! :)

[@durveshchury9076]

thats how side-casting centrepins work.