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[@davidwilliams3643]

people have lots of information from years of experience that someone else may not have... so preventing someone from doing research has the exact opposite effect and keeps the powerful more powerful.

[@BrianLatimerFishing]

This is EXACTLY WHATS GOING ON!!!

[@crux321]

wait you talkin about the government?!?! xD

[@jamesw5836]

You can do all the research you want. You just can't be given information directly from someone else. It's a good rule and needs to be implemented on down the chain. It's gotten so bad that high school teams are hiring guides here to have a good tourney.

[@BluntTruth7]

@@jamesw5836 your comment doesn't make sense. Because when you do research i.e. google info or anything online the information is coming directly from someone else. There is no difference from talking to someone and getting info off a website from someone else. I think that getting or receiving info from outside sources evens the playing field especially when you have pros live on the lake your fishing and they know everything about that lake where you don't, how fair is that. Also, it doesn't matter how well you know a lake, it matters how good of a fisherman you are. You can receive all the data in the world about a fishery but if you don't know how to fish, it won't matter. Agree with B on this.

[@chrisgore2331]

David is right. People at the top will ALWAYS try to manipulate the system in their favor. But James is also right. Researching things online is a lot different than hiring guys to fish a lake for a few days before you get there and then handing you GPS locations and the sizes of fish at that locations giving you exact knowledge. But this rule is also about optics, exactly like the random lie detector tests. In modern competitions in a world as full of technology you have to find ways to give people confidence that tournaments with this much money on the line are fair and legit. This rule is perfect for accomplishing this while also helping the big, recognizable personalities have a better shot at finishing near the top. It might only give an illusion of fairness but what sport, or really any endeavor, isn't skewed in favor of the veterans?

[@ianp2716]

It doesn't level the field. Cheaters are going to cheat. Popular bodies of water have tons of public info on the net. And I love the attitude you have toward beating people who rely solely on intel.

[@Histryboy]

Brian, I honestly really like your straight thoughts on pretty much everything. Your frustration at practice and the real of what's happening in your boat, is relatable. Love your content brother, thank you for taking the time to post. Tight Lines!

[@richardporter1455]

My favorite Pro on the circuit. I get bummed out when I'm catchin nothing but dinks and I'm just fishing for fun. I couldn't take the pressure of a tournament. Thanks for all the great videos B.

[@TheFishingMommy]

Hey B, you already know how to catch fish. You got this. I think in this situation it just comes down to how well you can manage that mental game. Don’t let the pressure of this tournament overtake and overshadow your talent, skill and hard work. Also, as a New Yorker I can say this…New York loves you!

[@TheFishingMommy]

Also, I agree with you about the no-information clause. I do not think it levels the playing field…but I also understand why it’s there. I could see how some people could try to manipulate the rules in new and sophisticated ways. (Drones, apps, other electronic or verbal means of information sharing, etc.)

[@smalltownbassfishin1247]

I love these "behind the scene" videos. All of the hardwork and frustrations to put a plan together. You got this Cuz! #adversityisdope

[@sea_turtle_adventures]

B - These videos are therapy. Keep going. It will all work out. We are here for you.

[@lanecoale7306]

I agree with you. I have fish tournaments for nearly 30 years and information from friends or other folks have never made an impact on how I’ve finished in a tournament.

[@RedRooter0828]

I agree bro. Info is just that. Technique and presentation is what makes a difference

[@lufkin412]

When on the St Lawrence the key spot is in the water. My success goes way down when I'm in a tree or on someone's dock.

[@TimHaunFishing]

This makes sense. I'm gonna try to fish trees less and water more.

[@williammathis4240]

Bro I am so sorry that in this day and age we still have to deal with some people lack of love for others who are willing to share valuable knowledge with fellow anglers. I am proud of you so keep posting and I am wishing nothing but great success to you and your family.

[@theyoungcommander]

"Especially me." We hear you, my man. We definitely hear you. Keep pushing

[@terrelltyler4308]

We definitely do hear you brother ✊🏾

[@zomanb]

Definitely hear you. Keep getting it done. Love the videos.

[@ShaneJMcNair]

It's still fishing, there's no substitution for SKILL and a little Luck... Thank you for sharing

[@miltonprather1035]

Good luck, brother! Started following you not long ago and you quickly became my favorite pro!

[@robertdiehl1281]

Your take is spot on dude

[@deuce1500]

BLat...I agree with your perspective here. My thoughts are that if someone wants to use "public" information then why not. You can have all the info you can gather but that does not necessarily mean you're going to catch fish on a given day. And, if someone is going to "cheat" then they will do so. Rules are rules only if they are followed. Keep up the EXCELLENT videos. Hope to run into you down here on Hartwell or Greenwood!

[@theyoungcommander]

That lil fish at the 22 minute mark had the heart of a champion lol

[@whittamps]

You are my favorite pro fisherman. You tell it like it is and back it with facts.

[@billhurst178]

I guess it all depends on luck. Probably 90% of the time when someone tells me where to fish and-what to use I don’t catch shit. I take it as a suggestion. It’s usually the last thing I try.

[@Tbowie13]

I read between the lines...I don't know how someone couldn't like you B!?!? I don't care if you were green, your a good hearted down to earth dude! And a Carolina boy at that! 😃 I keep thinking I'm gonna run into you, out on the lake, someday.

[@BrianLatimerFishing]

I’m actually using my signature rods in this video. Please try one and let me know how you like them. favoriteusa.com/collections/signature-series/products/signature-series-blat-sick-stick-rod

[@mikemulberry2296]

Only deep finders and GPS ! 😉👍 Thats excitement and even playing field

[@peytonbrown5830]

“You feel that dooh dooh, and then it’s like ewww”😂😂

[@danchilds881]

The only time that I have seen "information rules" be effective and necessary... was a tourney that saw a team of 4 guys who all split up across the lake and then were texting back and forth about locations of fish. If one found a fishable area, they would all high tail it there and fish it out. Split up again..... you get the picture....... other than that- I agree you still gotta catch'em!

[@ezed3354]

Keep looking for the rock piles and you will do fine. Good luck!

[@skipdockside]

Just came off the Ottawa River for a team Ontario qualifier, and 9 out of the 20 selected are from the area. It takes a lifetime of fishing these large small mouth bodies of water to really have them figured out. I have never fished so much dead water in my life. Unreal time on that river, and I learned a TON - but hot damn, it was a grind.

[@jimmcculloch5825]

If it your first time on a lake, and you can't get information from someone who lives on that lake, does not "level the playfield."

[@jeremyfasulo2974]

"especially me". Man I hate hearing shit like that. Forget those ignorant pieces of shit. You are such a good dude.

[@jamesw5836]

I think it needs to be implemented on down the chain. We have a couple of big high school tournaments on Pickwick every year and they are now booking every guide in the area to take them out the days before a tournament. The tournaments are in the summer so it's a big help to those teams that can afford it.

[@Czarlite]

DAAAAAAMMNNN GINA!!

[@eddiefason3783]

What to fish and where to fish changes by the hour. Too many factors at play to say that this guy told me to fish here with this setup won me a tournament. It doesn't work that way 9 times out of 10. Fish move, conditions change, and bait moves. Don't think the rule is necessary at all. But I like figuring things out for myself anyway. Gives me more confidence.

[@Cherokee140Driver]

Weird weather and weird catches all over this year! I think you've got it!

[@addicted2bass2]

Great video.thank you for taking us along with you on your tournaments.

[@brianmcclung7550]

ESPECIALLY ME!!!!! Lol! Brian in Summerville,SC

[@markmiller2210]

Lmbo!!! Keep that Life jacket on Brian especially when your on the water in a rain storm by yourself practicing. Lol!!! Stay Safe.

[@ScruffyCityFishing]

You should throw dynamite when you come to fish Tennessee. Lol. Tell the director I gave you expert advice.

[@mgdwj]

I would like to see a tournament where every angler can only use 2D sonar, say 7 rod limit, no practice days, and every angler get the exact same tackle kit. No other baits can be used other then what is provided the day of the tournament. Everyone gets the tackle kit the night before the start.

[@chubbylove918]

100% agree with you, while at the same time I get why it's done. Like every rule, their are always pros and cons. This one definitely has pros, while at the same time I think it'd help everyone even more across the board to just get rid of it mostly for the reasons you state. I see it the exact same way you do. But honestly i'm very usually in the minority with many of my opinions so i'm used to people thinking i'm wrong hahaha. Thanks for the vids, I always look forward to them.

[@jeffstevens3798]

When they got stricter on the no info rule and added the random poly, it definitely changed what the names in the top 10 looked like consistently.

[@BrianLatimerFishing]

Nothing changed...

[@lindseywatkins2075]

Great video! Lots of info! Didn’t get what u were referring to when talking about the life jacket issue. W Wish you the best!

[@TimHaunFishing]

Think about it for a while and you'll probably figure it out.

[@jimmyhoffa4338]

Love your videos man! That little small mouth fought hard as hell and I was so excited lol!

[@travishaught9015]

HEY B! Which brand of glasses you wearing? They are pretty nice, I like to get a pair. Thanks for all you do bro! God Bless

[@packerfan8374]

One thing in mind you can have all the information and technologies like live scope or what ever at the end of the day no matter the info or baits told to use, you still have to make the fish bite to catch the fish.

[@chriscatignani8206]

Albert Einstein once wrote, "Information is not knowledge. The only source of knowledge is experience. You need experience to gain wisdom." So yeah...a few spots and some information may get you a check a time or two...but not in the long haul.

[@kickinitoutdoors5782]

Being from The St Lawrence, just go fish what you know man! I mean for you to come up and catch as many fish as you did you know something, all it is is finding the bigger school.

[@pastorbillyedgar4986]

How is the trolling motor is that the motor guide how is the spot lock and durability? Thanks for the video be Blessed

[@bobwitt4939]

Even the largemouth bass up there are fatty patties. My goodness the width of those bass is incredible.

[@marcosmorfin5619]

Been waiting for this! Let's go BLat!!

[@Mjones8383]

Get you a high back seat like Bill Dance. I can see it now Brother Dance

[@hashiramasenju4846]

Totally agree on the waypoints situation.

[@JonJonsOutdoors]

I agree! Hard work, and doing the right effort always about weighs just about anything. Talent helps but talent can be out worked very often!

[@jrjeter1]

Like what your sayin Brian, just enjoy fishing and do what we do!

[@jimpulcine9925]

Brian, do they really watch you more than others? That crap sucks if it happens more. Rules are rules for all. Keep up on the great videos. I love them. Hopefully get to meet you some day. Jim from Wisconsin

[@kirkreusch8415]

Love your take on the polygraph purpose. Cheering for you.

[@johnhancock517]

Well I've learned something new. Never knew you guys could have to take polygraphs! Wow. Great video man.

[@quikcarl61]

I have watched your videos Blat, I have watched Scott Martin videos and the one thing that they definitely both have in common is the honesty with which both of y'all do your profession. Now with that being said I have seen in both your videos that you can be on fish one day and they just completely disappear the next day, that tells me it doesn't matter if y'all Practice 6 months before a tournament it can change in an instant. Just my two cents for what it's worth, keep up the good work brother and I wish you the best

[@byronbrush9030]

I usually ask ppl not to share info cause it usually just messes me up anyway.

[@jasonice1584]

Keep the great content coming B we love it you have taught me a lot Have you ever fished lake greenwood SC if so what was your biggest catch

[@TheAverageFisherman99]

Thank you for the videos. You're the man...and the pro I learn the most from.

[@se5246]

Definitely interested in hearing more about tournament rules every once in a while. Every once in a while, I even learn about rules/laws for different states or bodies of water that I’d never heard of before. It’s good to hear the unique stuff, just for awareness.

[@lazarusdurham9134]

They body looking like hey Mrs. Parker lol

[@jj61051]

Just fish and let the skill come out. Good video Brian

[@edwardcowan7012]

I’ve fished there plenty, 13lbs of Large Mouth is really easy to catch. If you’re vacationing there and struggling to catch SM or if it’s windy fish LM!

[@cawbaird5711]

Good luck brother you're one of the good guys I feel like we would be great friends and fishing partners love the channel

[@Mjones8383]

What about driving your truck around the lake and looking at water color and temperature before the practice?

[@mittiejackson8421]

B Latimer was arrested for impersonation of a bass fisherman.

[@othacker2908]

Always an awesome video if BLat is fishing

[@s.thaxton_fishing6316]

Is there a reason that you use the Neds over the Trick Shotz?

[@johnjohnson5933]

Turn that live scope on ! An play pick a fish lol 😆 😂 🤣

[@glenedwards3038]

Dude I know you and the way you feel about doing the things right on your channel but the haters need to really look at themselves more that hate… that’s why things are in today’s society. How about chill and enjoy and we can all do some of that. Love what you do B lat !

[@chrisgore2331]

BLat asks "what would you do?" Only thing I would do is go to Brian Latimers KZbin channel and let his videos tell me what to do! Also, Brian, have you ever thought about narrating nature shows or reading books for audible? Haha, I'd listen.

[@christopherwood2290]

Roland Martin and those guys made a living getting info from locals.

[@Garminrules]

Exactly! It still goes on. When you got 8 guys prefishing for ya. Thats not level playing field.

[@bassassassinsaw8785]

Tight lines man 🎣👍 God bless

[@charles8134]

Love your videos brother!! I received a road runner underspin jig in my Bass mystery tackle box. I have never thrown one just swim jigs. Do they have any advantages? It’s such a weird design head lol

[@hillbillybassfisherman8181]

just like the spotbass i caught south carolina state record an it looked just like small mouth football shape with small head big fat gut full of shad

[@riccochet704]

More times than not any information I've received has not worked out. I feel that the fishing changes from day to day, so whatever was working yesterday more than likely is not going to work today. And that it's easier to figure out your own pattern than to stress yourself out about why someone else's pattern isn't working out for you.

[@ThatSB]

When you pull line out your drag its all twisted... how you fish like that lol. Thats a combo of straight reelimg the spool onto your reel and reeling while they pulling drag

[@thereelaccountant9246]

Hey b, any tips for dealing or avoiding those tangles we get after catching a fish on a drop shot?

[@307bill]

I just switched to the VMC Spin Shot hooks. Other companies have their own version and they work just as well. That style hook seems to work for me a bit better than putting a swivel up the line from hook. That only helped line twist. Hope this helps.

[@thereelaccountant9246]

@@307bill appreciate that. I actually did order the gamakatsu version. The extra metal and stuff did make me hesitant because I wasn't sure if it would get bit less. But figured I would try it

[@georgefedor5375]

The thing I notice is that there are groups of anglers that share info to help each other do well. It is allowed in the rules since you can share information with a fellow competitor. That does help groups of anglers improve all of average finishes of the group. I would be in favor of the rule being extended to include no information from fellow competitors. That would help even the field for new anglers who have not developed a network of fellow anglers to work with.

[@cgrant8708]

Agree with you 100%, dock talk does nothing but throw you off your game. Do you.

[@TimHaunFishing]

11:00 I had to watch that little segment several times just to make sure I digested it properly. Then I paused the video and just sort of contemplated for a bit. Then I was disappointed. Primarily because I don't doubt Mr. Latimer for a second. As for the question posed at the end. I don't think the rule accomplishes much. Mostly for the same reasons you do.

[@bradsmith873]

Wondering what camera you are using for flogging (said you didn’t have it out in the rain) great video as always 👍🏻

[@PSchaeferLife]

I agree I think information rules are pointless. It’s gotta be tough. I talk to my buddies about all things fishing. I’m pretty sure BASS can talk among anglers. I think at the least you should be able to do that.

[@joey2taps]

A lot of people give info …doesn’t mean it is going to work that day..it’s a crap shoot fish mood changes everyday lol

[@trickytrav88]

I agree. Info isnt going to help. You just need to figure out the pattern wherever you are its not always the same day to day.

[@slyfox720]

I honestly do not think gathering information from other anglers levels the playing field because honestly with all the electronics that professional anglers have makes no difference in my opinion. You as an anglers can get the same information from what others get.

[@packerfan8374]

Rules are put in place no matter the sport or what you are doing in life. Not following the rules is a question of your integrity and whether if you can you live with yourself after cheating. It is sad these days that good character and integrity are gone out of the window.

[@WestCoastChris138]

You need go to Small mouth DisneyLand in boat!! Good luck BLat!!

[@exconcurly]

What about if it is in real time during a tournament,having freinds on the water in reel time sending hot bite,or school locations during a tournament

[@larryyoung3732]

I like when you and you are Record me because that that is like behind the sings with you So keep recording them tournaments because they don't come on TV Good luck.

[@oldguyrulesweyerman6955]

Sounds like a good rule to me. My thought is, You have 2 days off practice then I go out to a different location and use your technics. That wouldn't be fair in my book. Now if everyone did that maybe, but that would take away some of the pressure of a pro tour. Some people don't have the home Lake advantage. Just my opinion🎣🎣🎣fish on and good luck

[@academicmailbox7798]

Brian, this is what I always say. To bass anglers (the specialist bass anglers in most of north and western Europe are saltwater anglers). Who study and fish for. The European non-striped bass fish. And the saltwater anglers here. Have this. Pretty much figured out.

[@academicmailbox7798]

When I look at things. Such as the ninety mile river. That you chaps are trying to fish. Over there. I'm reminded. Of something that is approaching. The saltwater coast line environment. Which saltwater bass here. Like as well. The saltwater bass here. Are always chasing predators. Who chase after smaller predators. Who chase after small bait fish. Who can be themselves. Very small predators. It looks like that. The goby are chasing after something. The perch are after goby. And the bass are after perch. The problem is though. How do you imitate a perch? Even a junvenille one. Certainly not. With a soft plastic Ned. That's for certain. I know how you would do it. With fly fishing. To create that kind of profile. Of the perch. I know there are solutions. Made of plastic. To do that in conventional angling. But good look with that. Those are just ridiculous and clunky. And made for pike anyhow. Not bass.

[@academicmailbox7798]

I'm almost tempted to say. Wooden, hand painted. Deep diving crank baits. And I don't quite know. What I say that. It's nothing like a perch. But what it can do. Is suggest something. That is less apologetic for itself. Than a soft plastic worm. That is definitely for sure. Presuming the goby are hunkering down. At the bottom. And juvenille predator species. Such as perch. Are chasing them. The bass are then. Following the perch. What do you do? Do you go with something. Like a football bait? A spinner bait? I don't honestly know. What soft plastic will give you. For certain. Is reassurance. Of remaining in contact. With that sixteen pound bag at least. Which as you point out. Isn't enough. It doesn't get you. Quite to the starting blocks. Even though. Sixteen pounds is still. An entire day's work.

[@academicmailbox7798]

And then if you go. With a crank bait. You might have one or two specimens. Without the Ned rigs. You might miss your limit. I don't know what kind of strategy. That looks like. Or that implies. But it's probably. A 'mixed bag' of tricks. Of some kind. Certainly not. One thing. Because one thing. Won't check all of the boxes. That do need. To be checked. I have to frankly admit. That when you showed that Perch. I went 'gulp'. A little. Because that's a big bait. It's not a small bait. And it's a hard profile. To suggest too. It's not long and straights. It's more like a vertical dinner plate. Does that suggest. Some kind of blade?

[@joshawagillis9966]

I personally hate having to much information, it just overwhelming. I can't figure out what to or where to go, I much rather go in with just a map and my own game plan and build from there.

[@scottodonahoe9505]

What I would do is tap into my youth when I was hungry and do some junk fishing . I've caught some of my biggest fish off of using just my instinct !

[@calvinweaver7767]

I would go back to what you done day 1 with the boulders and get all i could and pray for sunshine!!! As for info that's like hole sitting for a buddy that happens down here in SC/NC but i agree if i can't win it on my own don't want it

[@questhallman3817]

Good luck man from Saluda, SC

[@edwarddavis7216]

Go gettem champ

[@anthonygeiss9130]

That sandwich make me damn hungry! 🤣

[@ChrisOgle210]

Who knows when that B-Lat sick stick will be available?!?!

[@brucepreston3927]

Love the vids, keep up the good work!