QUEST FOR A MONSTER!

Pike fishing has been one of our favourite types of fishing recently, and in this film we try our best to catch a monster river pike.
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[@extremephillyfishing]

4LB TEST LINE? Damn, man...That must have been a great fight! Oh..and by the way...I am always astonished by the quality of your videos. This is documentary quality right here.

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha yeah serious battle!! Glad you enjoyed again Leo ;)

[@MrBonebus]

check out tafishing he is good too

[@halumanshum3136]

Stevo welcome to the totally awesome fishing show

[@andrewgalloway7344]

Sorry....but seeking the light line thrill in no way compensates for the health of a 20lb pike with a trace in it's gullet

[@gabrielcollins2895]

@@andrewgalloway7344 it was by accident whilst perch fishing

[@Oslerian]

This is a phenomenally high quality film. A joy to watch.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Michael!! :)

[@thomaswoehr1235]

I totally agree!

[@JamieMarksify]

I'll say agreed and save posting the same comment as you Micheal 😂😂absolutely amazing boys 👌

[@Chaibatron]

​@@thomaswoehr1235

[@np-sq5sr]

What cameras are you using to film it all? Well done great film

[@stuartcox9719]

Nothing in the world can beat those moments. A fish like that on the bank with your mates! Perfectly demonstrated by you running up the bank like a nutter as soon as she slipped into the net! Made me grin from ear to ear! fair play lads, keep the content coming. You are truly living the dream........

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha thanks, was an amazing moment :) :)

[@TheFishingNomad]

"We've done it Alex!" I love how this was a team effort and not just both of you fishing together, but individually. Hope you can keep that up for years to come.

[@pondguru]

Holy crap that last pike was a beauty and this was a really nicely edited video. 5 stars all round.

[@Benjamin-S]

One of the best videos this channel has ever done. This was AMSZING! Now that’s a big and well deserved pike!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much!!

[@Carlibers]

Guys the production quality of this video is amazing. Such stunning cinematics. Keep up the good work boys

[@alexhebert224]

This makes me want to go down to the river by my house and try my luck. Haven't dared to fish there ever since a 15-25++ lbs pike broke my road in half LOL.

[@hollythebo]

Yes Carl ! Been waiting for this vid since the publication. Well done both, great work.

[@jonathanrobinson2628]

Outstanding video. Great to see a full length episode too - I can't imagine how many hours go into the editing and production, but we are all very grateful.

[@TheLouir]

Watching this video, made me feel like i’m watching a documentary on netflix! So great quality, effort, edit, like how you guys talk.everything is done smoothly. You sirs just earned a subscriber and i would recommend to my other friends! This channel is great. Keep it up! 👍

[@matthewmemz2380]

Love watching your stuff. Good sound tracks and quality throughout

[@Destitute77]

Loving the back log since I’m a channel noob. The production values are seriously good, a real pleasure to watch. You are both likely aware, but Chew Valley Lake is a water worth trying to get on for crocs, plus I’ve seen some ridiculous trout come out on whole herring. Things may have changed in recent years and I’m unsure of how well it’s fished in the 9\10 years since I was on it, but it’s worth trying to get a boat. A good friend was a ranger there and he was absolutely adamant there were a number of fish around the British record and a couple more that absolutely smash it. Being a trout water run by an old boys club, they don’t like the pike angling/anglers, but their fuckery is worth enduring for the potential. Peace

[@terryblush]

Omg I’m so envious. Well done mate. Lads what can I say, yet another fantastic video. 👍🏼

Beautiful *Fishing* Congratulations! 👍🎣🐠🐟

[@csibibalazs9953]

The quality of your films guys, makes me questioning like how the heck you have done such an amazing videos. Absolutely amazing. The underwater shooting is unreal.

[@maikvanaken3041]

I started watching u guys cause I started fishing myself. My lord what a beautiful set of pikes. High quality vids and so enjoyable to watch. I hope to catch a pike myself. Keep up the good work guys!

[@jordanhalford8598]

That must've been an amazing feeling, knowing you'd caught a 31lb pike well done lads, keep up the videos. So glad I stumbled across your page

[@gaddmete]

Best pike movie in years! 🙏🏼Congratulations!

[@paulhayton3423]

Binge watched a number of your videos, brings back fond memories of the UK.. been a blast to see how you both grew up over 5 years..keep up the great productions!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks for watching the videos Paul!

[@jpinnz2803]

Love the way you guys look after/respect the fish. Nice job fellas.

[@ccke-juicehardwarereviews8668]

Your videos are so relaxing and in these tough times we all face I find myself binge watching your archives literally everyday. From a fellow angler I want to thank you both for your hard work. Stay safe lads and tight lines. 👍🏻 🎣

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much! Glad you like watching.

[@jamesmitchell6288]

I was thinking of taking up Pike fishing. After watching this, I am sold. I am in Arizona, and it is cold right now. Wish me luck! Great video 👍.

[@uncletodd21]

Any Luck on that pike yet????

[@BoaresAddja]

Good luck!

[@ThePiratePaddy]

go for it man, you can also live bait for them. thats one way of definitely knowing pike are in a certain water, using the same rig as the lads are using in the deadbait rig but with one treble hook on a live roach, bream or perch depending on the size

[@ThePiratePaddy]

ofcourse if the perch, roach or bream are big then ofcourse put them back but the odd sacrifice of a youngin for the pleasure of some good pike action is no danger, its what nature intended haha

[@elischultes6587]

You might have to go to northern Colorado to catch pike. Or Montana and North Dakota

[@janine8901]

You two look like such nice guys. En you are so genuine happy with a catch. I learn a lot!

[@scottcraig7293]

Guys I'm loving your vids... I know that knee knocking feeling when you know it's the 1! I've been blessed and managed a few over 30lbs now but it's taken me 15yrs to get them. Keep up the effort and can't wait to see more of your adventures. Tight lines lads

[@matthewbourne8199]

Well done lads, awesome video and some amazing fish!

[@Jake-sz2ij]

Amazing film awesome guys that is a massive Pike. On a side note I'm watching this video with my two-year-old son Ryder and to quote him" holy cow big pike fish!!"lol even funnier yet when you let it go he started crying because you released it he wanted you to keep the fish. Great job guys🖒🖒

[@papashakeshake6268]

from my fishing days....i get as excited as you when you land a big fish....thank you for the best fishing show ever.

[@dannycolleran7802]

Brilliant video guys, one of my favorites. Congrats both of you on your monster pike! If you ever feel the need for big strong pike on lures, come to Ireland in Spring!

[@sltc1200]

Absolutely awesome fish guys 👍👏

[@ottonousiainen9202]

My fishing expectations: this video What actually happens: my rod breaks, boat sinks, line is fucked up and i lose 20 lures because of rocks in the bottom

[@oliverroberts2492]

And I loose a 20 pound pike because I have a bad hook hold

[@Pop013]

Thats why they edit videos mate ;)

[@vinnyvtec8722]

Lol. My expectations: this video. What happens to me: get to lake, set up, cast out into huge lake, hit the only island in huge lake and get my brand new £23 never before used lure stuck in a tree. Proceeds to snap line. Think "FML" and realise i've only got one small old lure left in my tacklebox. Blank for the rest of the day. Go home annoyed. (this actually happend)

[@Pop013]

@@vinnyvtec8722 Thats why im using only soft plastic lures, a lot of 10-25 euros lures thrown in the water before i learned my lesson :D

[@vinnyvtec8722]

@@Pop013 lol. I hear ya! I dont pike fish often so thought i'd buy a brand new flashy expensive lure for a special trip kind of thing. Lesson learnt. Thanks for the tip though.

[@davidriley8590]

I have been fishing for over 50 years and I can say that is the best pike I have seen well-done guys.

[@samfryer1371]

That is incredible! Great angling! I've just got back into fishing during the lockdown and have had some great times with my young kids. Your videos are really inspiring and make me want to get out on the bank so badly!

[@MrMoeGaming]

This makes me want to go down to the river by my house and try my luck. Haven't dared to fish there ever since a 15-25++ lbs pike broke my road in half LOL.

[@thomashill8238]

A big well done on the PB. Hope there is more pike videos to come.

[@fishwithcarl]

Yeah mate a few ;)

[@themattlowry]

I must have watched this video over 20 times at this stage. I remember the first time I saw it I didn't know who you guys were but when I saw the excitement on your face when when netted that monster I subscribed instantly. I used to pike fish a lot when I was young but gave it up when I moved to the city. 2 years ago I bought a house in the countryside and your videos inspired me to get back into it again. I've been pike fishing again for the last 2 years and I'm (excuse the pun) absolutely hooked again. Thanks for reigniting the spark and my love of Big pike fishing. You guys are putting out amazing videos and are an inspiration. Keep up the good work lads. Greeting from the west coast of Ireland. If you are ever over this side of the pond let me know and I'll send you to the best spots.

[@fishwithcarl]

Great to hear you are fishing again! Best of luck with it!

[@Shomi_brat]

OK,fishing pike a side,you guys are great film makers!The production quality is awesome.Even the people who don't like fishing can enjoy this video.Great work!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much Milos!!! :)

[@Fishing_Philip]

That's insane! Congrats Carl :)

[@Jake77else]

Looks amazing...Saving this for when I get back from college 😂

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha good plan. ;)

[@callum.7010]

nearly 3 years since this vid was uploaded and always find my self back here to see that pike. Quality

[@manuelfuchs78]

Another great vid of you guys! Editing is unreal! Watching it feels like beeing on vacation. 👍♥️

[@justinsherfield5785]

I love pike fishing and spinning for perch I’m ten and have caught a 10 pound pike and and 3 and a quarter pound perch we fish at our wakeboarding lake we catch a lot under the jeti someone there caught a 30 pound pike

[@oliverroberts2492]

Nice bro same there's something about light perch fishing with tiny lures and spinners but the big pike on lures are incredible as well 🐊🎣🎣

[@Maison05]

That perch is better than the pike

[@mikaeljohannesson3116]

INSANE :D Congrats from Sweden

[@karlmcmullen4539]

Hahaha what an epic video in every way I've never smiled so much watching someone else's reaction after they caught a beast of a fish!! Absolutely buzzing for you carl

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much :) Glad you enjoyed!

[@damianparrish2572]

To say how young you both are,big respect☺The way you both handle and the respect you guys have for the fish is truly outstanding,keep up the fishing guys, fantastic to see.👍👍👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Damian :)

[@LewisXCV]

29:25 - the face of pure happiness and what fishing is all about. Bravo, my dude.

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Lewis!

[@philipfish50]

That was awesome that last pike looked like a crocodile good job

[@CB-xr1eg]

It looked more like a friggin' submarine! What a fish!!

[@keithpowell1357]

Just out standing lads, so nice to see float fishing on a cold river brought back many child hood memories. Thanks for taking the time to film and upload.

[@jimmyduce282]

Awesome fishing lads, watching your vids has inspired me to get back on to it again. Had a couple of years out now I’m back in full swing!!

[@gerardbradley8982]

Two years later KZbin recommends this video to me, my only complaint is it didn't last long enough 🤣🎣🎣🎣

[@BasicFishingNZ]

awesome video. just wat i wanted to see....... had a crappy depressing day......

[@Jimexter]

Yessss been waiting for this video for a while now. Pike fishing with lures on a bait caster is probably my all time favourite type of fishing. Such good shots in this video really well put together. Loved the second half of the video using lures along the river. Congrats on the PB, More of this!!!!

[@nobbs67]

Can’t believe I’ve missed this video, again brilliant story telling and beautiful camera work, and what a croc! Thanks guys!

[@ewan777cover3]

Great video lads great how you got the video the same time as the weight 👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Lol that's just a weird coincidence!

[@lhmedia3030]

YAY new Carl and Alex video 🤘🤘

[@fishwithcarl]

Wohoooo

[@lhmedia3030]

Carl and Alex Fishing is their a carp video coming soon as at 11:49 there is a carp behind Alex on his monitor

[@fishwithcarl]

Well spotted, that is a film he has been editing for NashTV. ;)

[@LJ19871]

This was a banging vid!!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Lewis!

[@stuartjohnson5829]

I’ve watched a lot of your vids guys and I must say your filming , editing and fishing content is all bang on 👌keep the vids coming

[@WorldWideFishingwithAlex]

Love the build up and the fish! Great content as always!

[@BlackCountryPiker]

Holy crap! That’s brilliant guys, well done. Properly made up for you 👍 it makes my new pb look like a stickleback 🤣🤣

[@marycutler504]

😂

[@marycutler504]

What's your pb

[@BlackCountryPiker]

Mary Cutler only 16lb11Oz from the canal, that’s a nice pike for the canal but nothing compared to this

[@chrisjerrard7310]

Twice the weight with the miles you walked with no inside info 😜

[@ichgehangeln]

😱😱😱❤️

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks man!! Hopefully you can come and visit England some time this year?!

[@ichgehangeln]

Carl and Alex Fishing If I could catch this pike then I would book a flight right now 😅🚀👍

[@fishwithcarl]

haha well you could definitely catch some pike, but can't guarantee THE big pike! lol

[@QuizWhizz]

I've been flirting with the idea of taking up fishing and I'm sold! What a great story, told brilliantly and with infectious enthusiasm. Well done!

[@mastodonseven]

So did you take up fishing in the end?

[@johnoconnor4941]

I love the production on every video. This one however stands out for me. The edits, fades and the music, very inspirational and entertaining. Keep it going guys...

[@ryanhogg1690]

Get pike fishing up Scotland lad monsters ever time loch awe

[@bryanjohnstone9645]

Jimmy Turbo big fish loch Leven. 20lb + monsters in there

[@ryanhogg1690]

Bryan Johnstone always done fly fishing untill 3 weeks ago went pike fishing with my mate got 10lb double figure for my first pike now I have pike fever 🤒 👍🏻 dreaming of the big 20 now mate

[@bryanjohnstone9645]

Jimmy Turbo I hadn’t really fished for about 10 years went out 3 weeks ago and nailed a 24lb, a 17 and a 13 in the same night. I’m the same now totally hooked

[@chj.fishing4889]

They might like that

[@richarddriveways8874]

Bryan Johnstone bro aren’t you supposed to be catching them ? 😂

[@randybryant9936]

i would like for both of you to come to the states and try your hand at muskie fishing they are a beef up version of a pike

[@fishwithcarl]

That would be so good!!! Yet another bucket list species which we will try and catch one day!! :) :)

[@ajsbd3815]

Suprisingly enough the records are only like 6 pounds different and when it comes to fish of that caliber it really does not matter whether its a 63 pound pike or a 69 pound muskie

[@ashleyramage6355]

I like going back an finding videos I missed, the editing is seriously one of kind!

[@fishwithcarl]

haha thanks Ashley! :)

[@rhino5419]

Another great vid guys. Carl's reaction with the monster was fantastic. A fish like that makes all the off days worthwhile.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks!! Was so so happy!

[@mosherivera4474]

10:40 his struggle to lift his bolls

[@twofishrexy918]

Great as always. :) Is it the camera, or was the water super blue?

[@Aldo187_]

I thought that as well, really deep marine blue colour! epic none the less!

[@adeworman]

Yeah, some waters put in a blue dye to halt weed growth..doesnt look that nice but, its choice of the management. I prefer the rake.

[@Kosh42EFG]

Make it look like someone put urinal cakes in it...

[@Aldo187_]

urinal cakes? are you ok haha?

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

ade worman you have any idea how the dye works? I’ve never heard of this. Thanks

[@SONGSTICKS]

That put a big smile on my face that did :O) The joy on your face was a picture and I found myself involuntarily saying....Yessssssssss !!!

[@dirkvannieuwenhove]

Amazing video! Exactly like a documentary. Great job, well done!

[@Mustmustik]

Like if pike are better than bass

[@runar4993]

I was fishing for pike but got a 1.4 meter catfish I'm surprise my hook was strong and big enough

[@delcaudill329]

I know so much tention

[@koki10190]

@Ian Miller yep its true its easier to catch bass than pike but where i fish is river shannon so theres no bass :(

[@JOSHCRANE]

What's the song at 10:00 to sorry for spam of comments

[@owpwpbrend7660]

JOSH CRANE darude sandstorm

[@Tom-xn7zc]

Better quality and editing than all TV fishing shows. Can't believe you only have 250K subscribers

[@jaycorey5107]

Carl and Alex, ive been fishing for 42 years, what you guys have achieved is amazing. great fishing skills and editing is sublime. i bet you have a proud mum.

[@samuelgarrod8327]

I swear that my likes are disappearing. Is it an annual thing?

[@Herkyismyhomeboy]

I realize my comment is about a year late, but I have been going back through from first video to current video picking out some to watch or watch again. This one sticks out for so many reasons. Great editing for sure. The still photos towards the end help to show the massive girth of the trophy catch. The video tells such a great story of pursuit and persistence. Absolutely amazing work as always Gents. Carl's emotional explosion was just beyond epic. Epic greatness lasts forever.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much Michael! :)

[@BRISTOLROIDRAGE]

Another amazing video. New to the fishing world and you guys are actually refreshing to watch. Amazing camera skills and really well composed young men.

[@bobhill5791]

Bless you!!! I'd have mounted that pike but when I saw yo release it , it touched me for sure.

[@markshettle3257]

Another great video, awesome to see the realisation of how big the Pike was as it neared the net, and that dance along the bank by Carl...we have all done that.

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha it was an epic session for sure! :)

[@GoldGauntletComix]

Beautiful camera work and great story telling! I look forward to seeing more!

[@2braincellsoutdoors152]

Just the sound effects the shots the quality and the perfect voice overlay/ commentary is perfect love every video yall make!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much :) That's very kind. Happy you enjoyed it!

[@smallislandfishing3494]

Ahhh the joys of fishing ♥️ watching that emotion got me a little teary with joy for you guys. Congrats lads 👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks for watching!

[@oakcarp]

amazing Carl and alex!! well done !!!

[@cb01ttr]

Love these cinematic, in depth campaign style videos. Great work boys.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks! They take ages to make, but are super rewarding! Glad you enjoyed!

[@TheMantisMan]

One of my favourite fishing channels.

[@olly-xd6vn]

Good to see your continuing your quest videos 👍

[@samantanasleniene7789]

carl and alex you are my favorite youtubers and congratulations carl :)

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers for the comment! :)

[@amber-leaf-kieth]

What a brilliant short documentary well done. Instantly subscribed to your channel. One of the best I've ever seen. 👌👏🎣🎣

[@gee3883]

Great vid lads, quality throughout editing, fishing, tunes, its got the lot.

[@glenna3434]

The fishing content is fine, but what makes these videos so good is the professional quality video and the well balanced, smooth voice over and audio quality. Much better than the majority of youtube content. Outstanding.

[@uglyfrog7263]

Outstanding video and what a beautiful Pike, congratulations to all of you. Just a great fellow to share such a terrific fishing spot!

[@sdguitarstudio166]

That was brilliant. Really well put together. Well done guys.

[@johnboy7867]

Absolutely great your videos are a joy to watch, I brought my 4 year old son fishing last week for the first time and he cought a good perch and a very small pike it made our day first time iv been fishing in 12 years! we are going to go fishing now every Sunday 😁

[@cbfishing4532]

Thank you guys so much for inspiring me and helping get on the bank during coronavirus ❤️

[@davidallen7540]

Great vid gents, keep it up. I've been fishing 45 years

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks David!

[@nicktubby3768]

Great video. And the enthusiasm and excitement just makes us feel like we we’re right there on the bank with you guys... awesome fish!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Nick!

[@jobbouter3728]

Nothing short of a high-quality documentary

[@scotty1004]

This was brilliant i really enjoyed watching it.Im glad you got the big 1 in the end well done.Iv still got all my old pike gear i think i will be digging it out later this year

[@johncrawford9465]

Totally impressed ! Thats a fish of a lifetime. Never seen an Englishman so excited. Lol . Congrats brother. You deserve it.

[@derekdonnelly7838]

I have watched this time and time again and will never get sick of it

[@jamesrussel1133]

Great stuff. 40 years ago I did a similar thing and hooked and landed a 25lb pike on a sprat deadbait first cast.That was a very big pike then, still is now of course. But I bet there’s less people had a 30lb pike in the U.K. than a 50lb carp, so very well done Carl. Never ever get stuck with a single species approach and you will enjoy your fishing forever. Carp aren’t everything and it’s much better staying active and relatively warm hunting pike in the winter months. In fact most carpers back in the day that I knew switched to piking in the winter. It was much more fun!

[@deadshotdemonx6749]

That felt like watching a movie, easily one of my favourite channels on youtube