Can The Snake Lure Catch A River Monster?

Fishing a snake lure hoping to tangle into a big pike or muskie!
Gear used on this trip:
Lure: Savage Gear 3D Snake amzn.to/3fJDkCt
Rod: St Croix BassX 6'6" MH F amzn.to/3uCCY4r
Reel: Quantum VP100HPT amzn.to/2SJSWwH
Line: Power Pro Super Slick V2 30lb amzn.to/3paEUAf
Leader: Daiwa J-fluoro 50lb amzn.to/3vHth6b
Net: Ozark Trail brand from Walmart

[@Eroach2008]

I love joining this guy on a paddle. He’s got a relaxing voice...like fishing with Bob Ross.

[@depdog1968]

I just made that joke to =)

[@auto_5]

Might make you fall asleep at the reel

[@Coolness18304]

Dude I was thinking the same thing. He sounds just like Bob Ross. I'm over here enjoying his video before I go to bed

[@rcknsbrbs1damnit855]

I was thinking the same

[@purcelllash7177]

Yeah he do. Was thinking the same thing. He’s the Bob Ross of paddle fishing 🎣

[@StanfordMack-le6cg]

Replacement arrived!By the way, I did forget to mention that the original lure did have a decent strike however as most anglers will attest you can get a hit kzbin.infoUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 and fish will hang on and release lure. I used the replacement lure yesterday and ran thru a Shimano Waxwing, Kastmaster, Bobber (set to sink). I found the does run deep (I casting on the flats 3.5'). Make sure you adjust your rate of retrieve and rod tip angle (up) to prevent getting snagged on bottom. Used it a couple of times and action was very lifelike (looked like local bait fish for trevally), craftsmanship very good....however eyeball fell out. I asked for replacement and it is on it's way! It was very easy to change out treble to single inline hook.

[@hl78BEAST]

That lure in the water looks like a guy I raced about nine months before I was born

[@aurelianobuendia5360]

loooool, good one

[@stevebradley6492]

That's funny sh#t there

[@TrippyFisherman]

😂

[@professionalidiot1698]

Lol

[@watchitornotabby632]

haha i get it

[@DubV-qr5xb]

Even if the fish aren't biting, I'd think just being on such a serene and gorgeous stretch of water would in itself be a treat. Thanks for sharing!

[@bassfischer4273]

There aren't many KZbinrs who could make a 14-minute video with only two catches on it and still have it be totally interesting and enjoyable. Thanks Matt.

[@lawrencegarcia6717]

Exactly!!

[@stfuMAFAKAS]

actually there is. kzbin.info/door/3O2oKD-H2sHkFdEhii0P1w

[@asma14ainpubg70]

@@lawrencegarcia6717 a\\aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa\aaa

[@MrLatnem]

3;17 AM here, can't sleep, doesn't matter why, I was with you all the way. Thanks for the good footage. Bass Fischer is 100% correct,

[@brady9076]

Facts

[@trafyknits9222]

"Asleep at the reel"!! Excellent.

[@bigfah2506]

Yep

[@bassma5ter11]

Was just about to say this! That one liner is going in the tackle box

[@DoubleBogeyBass]

Had never heard that before either, great line!

[@imn1ppystr]

def stealing that hahaha

[@neekmen603]

I actually jumped when he hit it lol

[@mateom3729]

This is the second video of yours that I watch. No obnoxious music and no faking reactions. I appreciate your calm vibe and appreciation for every fish. :) Subscribed for sure!

[@bite_goons_adventure]

Wow dude... Have I never seen someone target a musky and catch it they way you did. .. blew my mind unbelievable... Goes to show you people no matter how hard you try at some thing there is allways progression and rewards !! ABSOLUTELY amazing Matt! Beautiful content keep up the good work!!!

[@huskergator9479]

Who else watches EVERYWHERE Matt goes and thinks ‘man i’d love to hunt this for ducks and geese.’ It’s always that same initial thought, followed quickly by ‘Matt rocks’, ‘Matt is worlds best fisherman’, and ‘Why does Matt only have this many subs?’ No music, short and quiet narrative, absolutely gorgeous scenery even in winter, and tons of fish. Best channel ever.

[@timanderson2515]

I'm here in Omaha and keep thinking north Dakota isn't a horrible drive.

[@keithl2110]

ND/MN is really good for waterfowl hunting and fishing! Land of 10,000 lakes and the Red River of the North is top notch for channel cats,pike, walleye, and about 67 other species!! It's where I fish too

[@robertm5642]

This video would be better with some generic rock music though.

[@scottsoucy6186]

I don't watch fishing videos for the music!

[@austinblackburn2008]

As someone who loves to fish, your videos are the type "we" want to watch. You were unsure earlier this year about continuing, "WE" are all glad you decided to keep yakkin. 2 musky day on a kayak!!! That's not a slow day. Keep it up man, love your videos.

[@ndyakangler]

I was starting to get discouraged because I usually get a ton of pike on this river but they weren’t around on this trip. I did see about a half dozen muskie throughout the day though. The water temp was only 60 too so now that it’s starting to warm up it should be fun!

[@austinblackburn2008]

@@ndyakangler love your videos but I was talking about your overall mood on fishing when you took a break earlier in the year. Sounds like you just hit some of the "rapids" in the river of life. Keep floating to the next juicy spot, we will keep watching.

[@keithl2110]

@@austinblackburn2008 juicy spot?? I know how to spot a Lunkers fan when I see one!

[@jajhi3089]

@@ndyakangler what river is this bro

[@crisrose521]

@@ndyakangler that last musky looked like a tiger musky , no ? Nice video’s 😊

[@casewojo6186]

Best fishing channel on YT. It’s truly not even close. You fish exactly how I fish. Calm, content, Soaking in the beautiful landscapes, and wild life. There is truly something spiritual about fishing.

[@johnyfernandez4213]

I really enjoyed watching you release all your catch with respect, not like any other angler by throwing or tossing them to the water. Thanks Matt.🙂

[@HoosierStateFishing]

NDYakAngler out here answering all of life's toughest questions.

[@NoahBoardss]

I clicked on this video faster than a pike hits top water

[@benjaminwear72]

I had to make food to watch this

[@mynamejeff2006]

nice bass!

[@TheDukyson]

Had to make coffee for this one

[@montekingen8839]

Had to drive to your moms house to watch this one

[@markbridenbeck1030]

I hit this comment faster than a pike hits too water

[@loban535]

the water being so clear makes this video just so much better being able to see the fish swimming around is so soothing

[@KayakKid]

Thanks for being an inspiration! Your a huge part of why I began filming my fishing trips!

[@rachelfoster7626]

His casting accuracy with that snake is impressive! Fun to watch!

[@mikemike5973]

You read my mind

[@-Awareness]

I would have lost at least 3 lures for sure into those trees lol…

[@apapz3245]

Yeah I doubt it so

[@mattheweckerson6128]

I've been watching you since 10k subs and the thing that I always come back for is the fact that your style has not changed. You can see across many other KZbin channels that they more subs they get the more they change their style of videos and become more clickbaity. But I can always come here and rely on the same content that I've always liked. Always catching hogs with super high quality video can't complain. No screaming and yelling or getting overhyped just pure self. Hats off to you for keeping it original!

[@knuckledragger2412]

Sniper accuracy with the casting- Bob Ross/Mr. Rodgers commentary- Outstanding!!

[@chrislemieux1395]

I’m an avid fisherman in northern New Hampshire. I like to fish for largemouth smallmouth but mostly northern pike. Your videos are great because you don’t make any stupid jokes and you just fish. Yours are the most enjoyable fishing videos on KZbin. Keep up the good work and keep slaying them👍

[@Blitz]

Edit down that second musky strike into a KZbin Short and plaster it across social media.😉

[@colerhodes2892]

Yes he should. His channel will grow so much w the yt shorts

[@ndyakangler]

I had a nice pike take my swimbait right next to the kayak yesterday too! I’ll have to mess around with DaVinci tonight and try to crop them vertical.

[@RABassin]

@@ndyakangler ohhhhhh thats how you do it! ive been trying foreeevver lol! id luv to see it though

[@joewall8587]

Shorts get so many more KZbin impressions that regular videos it’s crazy. A great way to build your channel @NDYakangler

[@stormfuture5288]

@Blitz didn’t know you were into fishing! Cool to see you watching him

[@timfriel777]

I really like you show the process of your fishing, you don't just cut to catching fish. Love your videos! You're like the Bob Ross of Kayak Fishing haha

[@corkyvanderhaven3391]

We don’t make mistakes, we make happy accidents

[@kinglive582]

you have insanely clear audio quality. Glad to see someone puts time into their setups and editing instead of just uploading hours of raw footage

[@cliffwayne7459]

Man, your the Bob Ross of fishing.. your channel is so smooth and relaxed, it's infectious. You may use artificial lures, but fishing from a kayak is down to earth.

[@kermitleu1493]

Well done, Matt! That second Musky caught me by surprise as well! What gorgeous markings on musky #2!!!!

[@seth4648]

Hey man just wanted to say we're all super glad you got the drive and WANT to be out doing this again. Your post a while back being honest really put into perspective how much we ALL love your channel, and how it's a job that in time becomes difficult. But man your either a great actor or just love doing it all over again! Keep it up!!!!

[@keithl2110]

Its all love. I share the passion

[@acemaster916]

This guys casting is superb. Always spot on. So close to the bank but never hits the bank. A master caster.

[@GM-qe7rh]

Great videos you post. I’m a bass fisherman here in the northeast. A friend in the boat one day caught a smaller pike on a crank bait. I grabbed a random rod in the boat with a HOT pink crank bait. No leader or net, got lucky and landed a 33 inch pike, A little over 10lbs. What a RUSH !!

[@samc3308]

Thanks. We needed a good laugh on a Tuesday. Didn’t get to go out this weekend so this was therapeutic. That last bite scared me too. We were both laughing.

[@eliashazan8630]

Two all-time catches, love your muskie/pike videos. Awesome

[@pepsiisgood101]

So glad I came across your channel! Nice to see other ND anglers. Keep killin it!

[@exclusivenerd1014]

Looks so peaceful out there on the water!!! That snake lure looks realistic and looking amazing with its movements!! Beautiful fish‼️

[@skydiver6711]

Watching a 14 minute video of you catch just 2 fish is better than watching any other video of others catching lots of fish. When that musky hit that snake right there by your yak made me nearly jump out of my chair. Then I started laughing so hard my wife thought I was going crazy. Keep up the good videos.

[@aidanconley3162]

most intriguing fishing vids on this platform no doubt. Keep doin what you’re doin, you’ve got it figured out!

[@Silverbuzz]

Thanks for sharing your trip! Will keep me occupied while waiting in a snow storm at home..

[@lucianowatson2831]

Love your pike and muskie content I can't get enough of it! Big shoutout from Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃🎣

[@paulchretien6931]

Its always a great time when a couple of nice fish can make an anglers day.

[@heathergraff6740]

I love those surprise bites, nothing wakes you up faster!

[@tomkelly6833]

That second muskie made me jump my heart beat quickened and I was just watching the video. Thanks for the upload you are as always appreciated.

[@georgespong3446]

Okay, so here we have our “kind neighbour next store” who teaches us a way to fish. Wow and thanks. I am a very unadventurous guy, clumsy in a boat who appreciates your relaxed straight forward teaching method. Keep it up. George

[@Muphetballs]

Some of the best fishing content, even in the "off" bite

[@FishBerry90]

"Any day on the river is a good day". That's true. As always, great content. 👍🎣

[@ArmyVet82ndAbn]

Thanks for the videos, I like that you list your gear. Hello and tight lines from NC.

[@mjk934]

I enjoy youre vids Matt, you're like the Bob Ross of fishing, as a former Canadian tournament angler, I enjoy the quiet times of fishing more as I get older, makes me wish I was in a kayak with you, great little rivers you fish 👍👍

[@loganwoolstenhulme3328]

I get excited every time I see one of your new videos, I love em!

[@kdot2427]

I'm about to go river fishing for smallies for the first time this weekend in KY. I've watched enough NDYak videos to know I'm gonna kill it!

[@trevdog1662]

Good luck bro, let us know how you do

[@TOMahawk207isawsome]

Good luck!

[@green_pooprock3204]

Catch anything

[@JohnUSAofficial]

Did you do good?

[@kdot2427]

@@JohnUSAofficial plans got cancelled 😔 the river was high and muddy

[@vancemorton1081]

When I was younger I lived on the creeks ,ponds ,and river n lakes hunting, fishing , boating , driving faster than we should be doing up and down the smaller creek arms !!! Love your videos awesome

[@lowsled1]

Second vid of yours I seen and I’m hooked , pun intended. The video quality is excellent and your voice is a perfect calming tone. I love the sound of the water and critters in the background too!

[@spotdvm11]

I’m so jealous!! I love to fish and I usually catch trout and sometimes bass, but this looks so much fun!

[@remusracingro3884]

Let the fun begin. And what fun it is :) . Scared the flip out of me too

[@mrdallas1271]

First time watching this channel, one of the best I've seen just enough narrative and great footage.

[@badtran1979]

I really enjoy your fishing vids and appreciate the pointers. Most of all, I appreciate the way you handle the fish. Your release technique is the right way. I wish other youtubers watch and learn!!!

[@ItsMe-vg4vj]

I liked that he was using the right net type. They make them for long fish to save the fins.

[@bobbyswain7049]

Slow day turned into a nice vid. Man that river is super clear.....can see fish for miles haha

[@thedudegonefishin317]

The action on that snake is sick.

[@lifeisfuneh]

Top notch fishing! Great commentary as well, LOVE IT! THANK YOU!

[@the_silverking]

thats the most amazing lake ive ever seen. it looks so calming and clean.

[@ultimatelugia2915]

That second muskellunge blowup was sick!

[@alexasanchez5414]

That 2nd Musky hit was awesome!

[@maxclerckx1835]

i love seeing how excited you get. you casting out 5 seconds after gtting on the water makes me want to get out with a rod right now!

[@thedarkprinceca1]

Just found your channel today, love how relaxing your videos are.

[@TaterChip91]

When I read the title I first thought this was a Marlin Baits video. Either way, I did enjoy it. 👍

[@unicornsteaks6769]

7:01 It only takes one fish to make the day for me too if it's the right one.

[@mhgrn2008]

I’m a very novice fisherman and I love watching you. If I could learn to cast like that I would be happy for the rest of my life. I’m keep sharing the videos . They are so enjoyable and educational.

[@user-mr2uo9ht8f]

Выходи на открытое место,без воды,цепляй груз и кидай с выкрутасами,потом без! Он конечно круто кидает,но кто мешает тебе так кидать?

[@user-mr2uo9ht8f]

Мэт,сколько ты ловишь лет?

[@donacameron1875]

That place looks beautiful! And So clear ! I never seen that clear of water and it's cool how you can see the fish to!

[@Odontomango]

I love how the water is so clear, he can practically pick his target. Which he did on the first fish. Not many times you can actually pick which fish to target, normally you wait for the fish to pick you. lmao

[@DirtyyMike]

Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels on KZbin. There's just something relaxing about joining you on your fishing trips

[@shacknastyray4429]

I enjoy your videos. Lived in North Dakota for two years and did a lot of fishing. The videos bring back great memories

[@hayleemarvin6727]

these videos are perfect while I'm working my nightshifts... so soothing and interesting at the same time

[@kaysonshughson17]

I love the savage snake lure I’ve caught my biggest Muskie and some of my biggest bass off of it.

[@Fly_Revive]

Im really really jealous of the resources this guy gets to fish

[@bpp_bigchungus]

Ur not alone man...ur not alone..

[@ElfSixDave]

First time seeing you. Super video. Audio is top notch, visually fantastic. You keep the interest going throughout with your narrative. I'm subbing. Great job.

[@coreyoie5508]

My grandpa passed away back in 2019, since then I only picked up my rod once, ended up selling it off. He was the reason I was such a outdoorsmen. I’ve thought about trying to get back into fishing. It’s taking a little time. Watching you nail these muskies, gives me a little spark in my ass and makes me wanna go out and fish again. 🤘🏽 keep up the good work bro, love your videos

[@molipaul]

Sorry for your loss. My dad passed in June 2020 and I feel the same…only been able to pick up my rod once or twice since. Fishing will never be the same.

[@NickNorstrom01]

Got this lure last year and it caught me my pb bass! Highly recommend!

[@ndyakangler]

A lot of people think they’re a novelty lure but that’s ok, that just means most places you throw it the fish will have never seen one before! The bass hammer them too and the hookup ratio is awesome!

[@mynamejeff2006]

@@ndyakangler i have the 3d bat and its scary good.

[@asalvidio1117]

@@ndyakangler good mr vidio fishing..like

[@asalvidio1117]

@@ndyakangler good mr vidios fishing......indonesia.like

[@masonthemountainman206]

Is that the 12” version? Have you used both the 8 and 12”?

[@zacharyhilliker1501]

I was going to go out this morning, but my alarm didn’t go off 😓 at least now I can watch you slay some

[@freshsteve509]

Weak sauce

[@adamsmith3996]

Lame !

[@Yelladog78]

The clarity of the water amazes me, here where I live the river & creek waters all brown and you can't see much unless it's a pond or lake

[@peachsncream5808]

Me ,From Western Australia . Love the snake lure action , never seen that type of lure in my part of the world. Thanks for the vid.

[@CruisinForCustys]

I bought one of these (8" green version) for a recent trip to Maine because of your video. Have never had much luck with top water in all of the years that I've been fishing. Ended up landing my PB small mouth (3.94LB) and PB large mouth (5.90LB) in a 24 hour period. This lure is awesome! Thank you for making this great video!

[@ndyakangler]

That’s awesome! They really are great lures! I’ve done well throwing the big one for largemouth and the smaller 8” version for smallmouth. The hookup ratio is great and all kinds of bass, pike, and muskie crush it!

[@clevername4205]

I dont even fish, but here I am....

[@ivydaimond6715]

Here we are reindeer

[@stevehogan8829]

Just signed on with your channel. I'm a Kayaker in Florida. Haven't watched many vids from Northern US. Getting a kick out of the lures you use. Love the action on the snake lure and the Rat lure is a good one too. Gonna go relax and watch. Thanks. Those Musky are beautiful fish. They remind me of Barracuda.

[@timothyszymanski1384]

That moment when that muskie nailed that snake was probably the coolest fish catch I've ever seen man. Really cool.

[@ryanlamont5760]

I got more scared than you did when that muskie hit at 8:28 😂

[@FishingBiodiversity]

Always awesome videos 💙

[@whoisfilippo774]

Andrèèèèèèè!!!!

[@pcm_muscella]

Grande André

[@singhonkarsidhu1317]

Ueeee

[@thomasfioroni1174]

Bello chicco

[@simonemoretti5812]

ANNDDDDRREEEE

[@raniaenoka1190]

Great video and footage mate! Enjoying it all the way from Nelson, NZ.

[@davidgale5977]

Gorgeous muskies. Love the snake lure. Fantastic content as always.

[@Blue_Collar_Hunter]

My wife: eww a snake 🐍 Musky: ooh a snake 🐍

[@FireoftheGreeks]

I'm being serious here in saying: Don't ever delete footage, I'd happily watch a half hour of you paddling around shooting video even if you didn't catch a single fish!

[@thefirststrike]

Me too.

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

Would still be more enjoyable than 98% of the rest of what’s out there

[@nure2113]

Bro, you getting in that kayak looked like a transition from cutscene to gameplay. 10/10

[@bridgerbowman489]

I just found this channel and I really like it most videos nowadays are cringy college students doing overhyped challenges and a whole lot of rage when they lose fish You on the other hand are really calm and just relax on the water catching cool fish on cool lures

[@mdc2077]

I would imagine that kind of snake lure attracts birds of pray on occasion

[@Ruger34]

I just realized I have the exact same rod you have, the one you used for the first Musky

[@rzz9594]

Right off ur chock full of info . Late may , water level, release of water from the damm , water temperature and outdoor temperature., just excellent, thanks 👍

[@streetcat1510]

The markings on the scary musky are stunning, love the video, Thanks.

[@JoJo-wm8ee]

Almost thought he was gonna race the fish when he started all that 360GT talk.

[@ChandlerWeaseGuitar]

Other youtubers act like musky are impossible to catch, theyve never watched you before !

[@stevezimmerman216]

I love your videos.I am truly impressed with your talent and success .Your videos are educational for sure.Loving what I'm seeing.

[@jazlr721]

That must be quite peaceful environment to be in. I used to fish but mostly for bass, catfish, trout and salmon (side of lake/river). I didn’t enjoy it that much (3am, cold, unholy hours) with then bf. But now, I wouldn’t mind doing it just to relax and enjoy a catch (or none). This is the second video i’ve watch, so far really liking these.

[@JohnLee-vl8qk]

Brah, that’s awesome. Do you ever get skunked? You are always crushing them.

[@imraanbadat5268]

oh my gosh i got a jump scare on that second fish lol

[@thewey]

Love your videos and your excellent speaking voice. It draws us into the action.

[@mranime97]

I love the way he talking.. So relaxing.. He got voice of nature