Chatterbait Retrieves

In this video I’ll discuss my favorite ways to retrieve a chatterbait!
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[@blake3037]

The “how to” technique videos are incredible. I’m new to fishing, and I spend most of my time on the bank/pier simply wondering if I’m doing it all wrong. Thanks for the confidence boost… the time on the water is much better when we aren’t doubting ourselves!

[@af4od02]

Try to get a kayak or small aluminum boat and trolling motor. You need to be able to move around the lake.

[@MattStefanFishing]

I’m glad I can help! The more time you spend fishing the better you’ll get. It’s just like anything else you’ll get better with practice!

[@johnhunter6921]

Your explanation and demonstration on fishing techniques is top notch.Thank you.#Fan4Life

[@MattStefanFishing]

thanks for the support!

[@chrisboyd1408]

Excellent. Please keep these coming

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks, will do!

[@robertstone3417]

Yes, I especially like this type of video. Let's do more before the water freezes. Thanks again, Matt.

[@MattStefanFishing]

More to come!

[@jackwilliams8272]

Thanks great tip on the vibrating jig

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad to help

[@thechadfishing5623]

I'll Definitely give this a try! Keep the videos coming.

[@MattStefanFishing]

will do!

[@yakin_n_bassin8203]

These how to vids are dope... keepem coming

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@craigstevens9734]

Watched it again .Refresher

[@MattStefanFishing]

Nice!

[@itllkeal]

Didn't think about you not getting paid unless people watched the adds. I always try to comment because I thought that was what helped get you paid Matt but no more skips. Thanks for sharing what you do.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@kesterharding1819]

Thank you for the how to Matt!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

you bet!

[@MAGNUSDRONES]

I really like the chatter bait. One of my confidence baits. This morning I put a tube on as a trailer and worked amazingly well. Caught two nice bass within minutes of each other.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good stuff!

[@BWOUTDOORS]

like that technique , never used it like that, good video matt.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@andrewowens6754]

I like the way you sped up your bait, this is the way I fish multiple baits..thanks man!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrewowens6754]

Wouldnt miss it for nothing Matt.

[@rorimarston3385]

Matt Technique videos is what I hunt for! Good detailed ones are hard to find. This is an exemplary video!!!!!! Thank you! I enjoy and consume your detailed explanation of what and why on Rods, reels, lures, water and line. It educates me how to target my spending as well as targeting bass. I’d like to learn techniques for different types of crank baits, large and small swim baits, glide baits, creature baits and worms. I feel like I’m back in grad school taking notes on what you (the professor) say and show. Thanks again Rori

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome! Ive gotten a lot of good feedback so im going to keep doing them.

[@cheesemaster1993]

I have several chatter baits that I have not thrown for 2 years probably- I don’t have much confidence in them, I have never had much success with them, but after watching your video I am going to have to give your technique a chance. Thanks for the tips Matt!! Also - I like how you reply to these comments- it shows me that your viewers are important to you.

[@MattStefanFishing]

I try my best to respond...its what I'm doing right now when I saw your comment pop up! I appreciate my viewers watching! Its the least I can do as a form of thanks.

[@juleswinnfield826]

Good info, thanks for the video

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for the support!

[@edpelkey7798]

Videos sharing techniques are awesome 👍 It’s easy to forget the need to manufacture bites sometimes to get bit. Thanks for the reminder!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you like them!

[@joer.7100]

I’d like to see your techniques for lipless crankbaits in a few seasonal situations. Thanks Matt, another great mini-lesson video!

[@MattStefanFishing]

You got it!

[@alcav54]

I don’t have a lot of confidence in the chatterbait but this definitely helps

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good luck!

[@mikegardiner3934]

terrific vid Matt! That last retrieve is almost like fishing a big hair jig too. Good stuff!

[@MattStefanFishing]

It sure is!

[@oldeschoolbob1022]

Thank you, Matt. I've only recently discovered your channel, so am going back and catching up on older videos. This was a great "how-to" that I think would be of benefit to beginners and experienced anglers alike.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Andycarusetta]

Thanks Matt great tutorial. Just ordered a Stryker Denali suit because of your channel.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thats awesome! You will love that suit!

[@OldMysticFantasist]

Very much enjoy & appreciate the how to vids. Have a whole box of inherited & 'collected/salvaged from branches' tackle that I don't know how to use correctly to get more than the occasional sheer luck bite. Always enjoy time on the water, but (of course) enjoy it more when getting bit.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for the feedback Ill continue to do more of these!

[@soonerfan1675]

Good video! I fish a vibrating jig quite often. I think of it as sort of a cross between a spinnerbait and a square bill. You’ve given me some food for thought on ways to find more productive retrieves. Thanks for your videos, I look forward to them every morning. I think back to when I first started fishing you only got bass fishing information on Saturday morning on the old Nashville Network. 👍👍

[@MattStefanFishing]

It’s amazing how much info is available now!

[@stoneysdead689]

We got it on Saturdays when Bill Dance and/or Roland Martin came on NBC or CBS. Good ole broadcast television. But those shows were mostly commercials for whoever sponsored that episode- no really good information was given. Back then everyone was still able to hide and thus lie about whatever they really used. You just had to learn to watch and read between the lines. I fell for my share of the gimmicks though- had me a helicopter lure, the flying lure, the dancing eel, and of course- the champion of all champions- the banjo minnow. And we all had that scent stuff they used to spray on their soft plastics but- I can't remember what it was called- good times.

[@mikeh9744]

This is becoming my favorite fishing channel. Thanks Matt!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@jelmo1057]

Great tips Matt, one of my favorite baits, and I learned a some new retrieves and techniques details today. I hadn’t given as much thought to rod tip position as I should. Much appreciated!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrPhoenix1800]

I was at a pond with carpeted milfoil about 6 feet on the ground and thick, a slow retrieve ticking the tops of that grass was deadly. I could see the bass just sitting on top of that grass so cool when you know what to look for and what bait gets them to bite in those situations. Top water/chatterbait/lipless/fluke or senko all work in those situations. Kinda want to try a hard jerk bait and put that bait right in front of them sure they don’t see that much with the thought of most people think they would lose it.

[@MattStefanFishing]

sounds like fun thanks for sharing!

[@gaylehodnett4057]

Matt I have never seen a video that explains how to fish the chatter bait. I am a newbie. Thanks!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad to help!

[@bcallisjr]

Awesome!! Thank you.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@johncloud2851]

Yes, completely love these on the water videos. Keep up the great videos

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks, will do!

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Thanks for the great tips!!!👊🏻 Like the "How To videos". Helps me become a better angler!!!👍🏻 Stay Safe & God Bless!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad to help

[@tommybounds3220]

Thank you for the video

[@MattStefanFishing]

You're welcome

[@CA-sl2xw]

And the hits keep coming, thanks Matt!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@msquared9605]

My favorite retrieve is one I found by happy accident. Happened to be throwing it with an 8.1:1 reel and with that high speed if you give the reel handle quick half turns with just a split second pause between them, you get a super hunting action out of the bait. You get the up, left, and right hunting action with the quick turns of the reel, and the split second pause gets you that drop action

[@MattStefanFishing]

That will definitely trigger some reaction strikes!

[@oneshoeless]

I really like the how to videos. I used some of the technics for fishing a jerk bait today and did pretty good. Thank you!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Great to hear!

[@sharkillsbear]

Great tips Matt. Thanks for posting!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnduraso5612]

Love your channel Matt. the imfo is so valuable keep up the good work

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks! Will do!

[@AllieLsDad]

This for frogs would be awesome!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Ill put it on the list!

[@josephhrnciar9376]

Great stuff Matt….love the on water videos!! This on was an “expensive” one!! Two jackhammers $30+……luckily you got one from Luke!! Haha….

[@MattStefanFishing]

Haha! I got several from him

[@rickhensley2251]

Always learning on this channel!! Thanks Matt

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad to hear it!

[@greenpighunter6930]

Excellent. I've been catching a ton of schoolers(LM & Spots) on the micro chatterbaits.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Im going to be coming out with a video soon on it.

[@codydulmes804]

As always, great tips!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad you like them!

[@johnrayner5599]

Great video Matt, this is one of my favorite baits to use and your retrieves are spot on… these work well guys and gals so give them a try and hang on, the bite can be vicious!!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Awesome, thank you!

[@brucecrosby8552]

Great how to video Matt! Thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shannonkirby9295]

Thanks for this video, Matt, I needed it

[@MattStefanFishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephanelavoie2258]

Thank you 🙏🏻 Matt , i will pop my jig and spin my chatter bait today , we are having really nice temperatures rright now , not common for north of Montreal in October!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Same here! Take advantage of it!

[@albertojvel]

I’m definitely going to try this to mix it up! I do the same technique in the grass, but I make the same sweeping motion I would on the hookset instead of a pop. That way IF a fish bites while the grass is loading up the rod, they get the hook set on them. The vertical pop is a little more violent which adds one more variation to my toolbox. Great video!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@ukstorm2727]

Some good stuff once again, btw already got some fish on that stealth blade you made a video about , thank you once again

[@MattStefanFishing]

Cool, thanks

[@stankaminski]

Matt, great video again. Can you explain why you using the left handed reel. Looking forward to see your version

[@MattStefanFishing]

I did this video on my choice of reels and why I use both kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWene2BonMmtpcU

[@jbowron1]

Great lesson! This is a lure for me that I catch fish but do not experience tremendous success. I also fish a primarily grass lake and I think I should have better success. Thanks hopefully using your retrieves I will have better luck. Thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good stuff!

[@DavidMccallister65]

I wanna see some DEEP cranking action! And by deep I mean over 15 ft. One of my top 3 favorite bites is the DEEP cranking bite in the dead of the summer. Burn baby burn!

[@MattStefanFishing]

sounds good. ill put it on my video list

[@johngalt3568]

Thanks Matt. Have you done a vid about Shakey Head or Jig/Worm fishing? I know basics, but as in the Chatterbait video you just did, I learned some things of value. Good video as always.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Not yet! But I just put it on the list!

[@johngalt3568]

@@MattStefanFishing Thanks Matt!

[@jimlayton8642]

Thank you, It is I bait I started throwing last month, with no fish landed yet:(

[@MattStefanFishing]

Keep casting!

[@jw-zl3zp]

Nice Video thank You

[@MattStefanFishing]

Thanks!

[@MrDeputy83]

Great on the water technique lesson! I am recommending lipless crank and swim jig lessons if you get a chance

[@MattStefanFishing]

Great suggestion!

[@terryreed7996]

I’ve just recently started using buzz bait, chatter baits & spinner baits. So the advice you are giving is perfect thank you. Question the choice of trailer how do you what one too use?

[@MattStefanFishing]

On a chatterbait I believe you are better off choosing a straight tail bait that creates less drag allowing the chatterbait to hunt better.

[@mindobersaglia3374]

Hey Matt , could you do a video on Rod making, how you do your rods .

[@MattStefanFishing]

Yep! Those will be coming once the lakes freeze over here

[@timmcc1044]

.Thanks Matt. Great video. What about retrieves for crank baits when you can't hit or don't want to hit bottom rocks etc. Are there certain scenarios when you try getting close, but not hitting? I've heard stories that smallmouth want the bait off bottom, then heard opposite. Is there a system to this? Thanks

[@MattStefanFishing]

Great topic I just added it to the list!

[@briancarroll4333]

Great video Matt. Although I'm very hesitant about using a chatter bait. I've lost more chatter baits than anything else in my arsenal. I've gotta be doing something wrong. I just refilled my chatter bait box. Haven't touched one yet.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Dont give up on them!

[@briannordberg3184]

Try using a horizontally flat trailer like a D bomb or a sweet beaver. The flat shape helps keep the hook point vertical.

[@kinkin5619]

I had to look up a video like this. Went using my chatterbait mini max today and had a big fish bite, but lost it. I was trying different retrieves to try and trigger a bite again but no luck.

[@MattStefanFishing]

thanks for watching!

[@leonpajak6415]

On that last retrieve would it help to use a crayfish trailer like its trying to escape?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Its a good thought, but I cant say I change trailers based on retrieve but definitely something to think about trying

[@josephhillman8831]

Do you think that the jackhammer starts fast and is easier to control than a original chatterbait

[@MattStefanFishing]

id say it performs more consistent

[@seizedcarcass8440]

I have a difficult time with bladed jigs. I’ve tried pretty much every one on the market and haven’t had any success. I really need to try to figure out what retrieve works around my area. It seems like I spook more fish than anything.

[@MattStefanFishing]

its a good bait for catching big ones!

[@seizedcarcass8440]

@@MattStefanFishing I will say I haven’t tried the slobberknocker but I’m not sure if I want to just yet simply because I’m not skilled with them yet.

[@rlsoutdoors997]

More chatter bait videos please!!?

[@MattStefanFishing]

I got more planned!

[@irwinm.fletcher2612]

Would that heavy bait retrieve also be how to retrieve a 1+ oz spinner bait?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Ive had some success doing it, but prefer the chatterbait.

[@jersey4755]

Thanks for the video Matt. I have a question... Are you naturally right or left handed? I ask because watching the video, I noticed your reel is a left-handed retrieve. I also noticed that unlike a lot of other anglers, you are not switching hands after your cast. So I assume like myself, you are right-handed, but choose to use a left-hand retrieve reel. I do this to eliminate what I feel is the "unnecessary" step of switching hands. As well as to stay consistent with the retrieve of all my spinning rod/reel setups. I have only recently started using casting rods and bait casters, and the "regular" right hand retrieve felt very awkward.

[@MattStefanFishing]

Im right handed but use both reels. Here a video I did on it a while ago kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWene2BonMmtpcU

[@jersey4755]

@@MattStefanFishing Thanks Matt! I really appreciate you taking the time to reply to viewer's questions and comments. I will definitely check out that video.

[@SHOJA1284]

How about swimming jig ? 🙏

[@MattStefanFishing]

Good Idea! Ill put it on the list!

[@N5KDA]

Matt, are you left handed or do you just use left handed reels because it's more efferent?

[@MattStefanFishing]

Here's a video I did on it a while ago kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWene2BonMmtpcU

[@janosczovek8524]

Can you please do a video on fluorocarbon is there a difference between the brand's or are they all the same thing thanks 👌

[@MattStefanFishing]

Definitely not the same but I can put it on my video list!

[@janosczovek8524]

Please do thanks 😃

[@ericnesbihal5790]

Matt, What is that trailer you are using?

[@MattStefanFishing]

in that video it was a yamamoto zako

[@ericnesbihal5790]

Thanks Matt, appreciate the quick response

[@reelingwithrigo]

This on Smith Lake, Hayward?

[@MattStefanFishing]

No Wisconsin River

[@davidmarbut]

Did I miss the underwater footage of you retrieving your jackhammer$?

[@MattStefanFishing]

No underwater footage in this one

[@kentbrown5369]

Another great video. When the bite are tough or the bass are in a Finicky mood I will take a 1/8 oz or 1/4 chatter bait pull the skirt off and put a 3” megabass spark shad wind it slowly with the reel bumps like you showed and it never fails to produce

[@MattStefanFishing]

I've been experimenting with the micro chatterbait and am pretty impresses

[@kentbrown5369]

The micro is great with just a little swim bait and no skirt. When you pop the reel handle it shoots off to one side then to the other side the next time. It truly looks like a small panicking bait fish the bass come unglued for it.

[@brandonelliott5345]

Chatterbaits is my least productive lure category. Don’t have a lot of grass around me tho!

[@MattStefanFishing]

Definitely works great in grass but also works in lakes without it!