I Had No Choice! To Be Able to Catch This Big Urban Canal Fish!

Well I had no choice in this video but to put my dignity to one side and help the big canal fish on the end of my line. The aim of the game this session was to target some of the bigger fish in an urban section of canal using stalking methods and floating bread. The session was going well with some nice fish put on the bank, but things took a turn when the biggest fish of the session got trapped.
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[@cliffdixon6422]

I have told stories before of the hard fights had with Carp but never had to jump in a canal to get one out! Top man for getting a soaking on account of fish welfare.

[@geoffsaunderson5766]

Fish with rappala or yo zuri lures, if your a tight arse like me, you always in the water unsnagging them lol

[@fabiantimmins2224]

One of the single best moments I have ever seen in course/carp fishing and I have been at it for well over 30 years

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Thanks buddy!

[@andrewellison1203]

Credit till you absolutely lovely video the way you the way you jumped into that watert to save that fish Absolutely credit to you never seen this before in my life ever seen this before in my life just shows what a true Fisherman you are you are

[@pauledmonds3249]

A man after my own heart...Down to the undies, jump in in April, show crack of arse to camera, use snapped landing net to land the fish, it just doesn't get any better. You legend.

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

I really underestimated how cold that water would be as well 😂. Thanks matey

[@ianmaddams9577]

Total commitment there mate always looking after the welfare of the fish. Respect to you ✊🏻

[@mickhardstaff6605]

That was a very noble act to do for that fish Chris,. Even so it made my day, couldn't have happened to a nicer chap 😁😁😂😎

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Thanks buddy!

[@martinsylvester1823]

🤣Top man Chris never a dull moment with you, bet you must ave stank when you got home....canal aroma 🤣

[@mickyleachlover]

Once again it's hats off to you mate for going the extra mile for your love of fishing and for the fish themselves. I am certain that not every angler would strip off to their boxer shorts to rescue a carp caught in brambles. Nice one pal. I also think you are very lucky to fish waters that don't seem to have any ducks. As soon as I get bread out as a bait, you can bet that in no time at all I will be surrounded by ducks. Really enjoy your uploads and look forward to them. Well done.....

[@fokmertek]

ducks can be annoying, they take the bread even though it's unhealthy for them. what i usually do, is to put a sinker on the line, and bait the hook with the crust which is buoyant. ducks rarely notice, but fish will take it. it's not as exciting, as the topwater method, but works in duck infested waters.

[@michaeltribe6237]

@@fokmertek urban myth bread is fine for ducks and in some areas - ducks have been struggling through lack of food as bread had become a staple and missreporting meant people stopped feeding them

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Thanks mate! I just fish the areas without ducks. There's bloody loads round here I had to give a pass to at least two swims due to duck swarms while filming this video

[@Jaqxy]

Mate you are an absolute legend for going in and freeing that fish from the hook. Appreciate it.

[@andrewellison1203]

Brilliant Just shows you jumping in We'll have respect for the fish Credit to you🐬💯👍

[@herwigketelsen4934]

I'm from Germany but your videos are really great, I always watch them. Please keep it up and I hope there will be many more to come. I think your way of fishing is great. Well done, I wish everyone had enough respect, to make sure everything went well with the fish.

[@angelambriersbriers5026]

Another good vid. I think you should do a vid on fish care ? All new anglers would benefit from it and the fish.

[@migmogpogsilog]

I agree...

[@brianparker5228]

10/10 for effort as it would not have been humane to leave the fish in that situation. You will be rewarded i am sure

[@piyachetty3023]

Great stuff man that's a true fisher man never leave a fish in destress well done champ 🙏🙏🇿🇦🔥

[@pmc1649]

Best fisherman on YT. Humble talented and great fun. Amazing Stuff!!!

[@paulthebeardedonedowning6820]

ha ha ha excellent session mate like you say a story to tell fair play on going in great vid

[@roblaw2850]

One main reasons I watch your channel and follow you is your go above and beyond for fish and fish care. I would Done exact same thing no matter how big or small our fish are they need looked after. Hand on heart I’d rather catch beautiful pristine carp like that from wild water than a 30lber from muddy commercial. I have no issues with commercial fishery’s we all need an easy day and saying that some commercial waters can be tricky but freelined piece bread or lobworm when stalked a fish in river or canal can’t beat it

[@Pugz_punny]

You're brilliant mate 👍. Watch these at night calms my depression and anxiety down so much. Sounds daft .. but thanks matey.

[@chopperhehehe]

Respect for having as much respect for the fish That 5 lb main line took some stick lol 👍👍👍😜🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🦕🦄😁🤞✌

[@glennanderson7795]

Can you hear MY/OUR applause across the wind? I hope both you and tne carp meet again in a decade when the fish is a canal kipper in it's mid-teens (age & poundage) one of the finest recorded bits of careful, caring, committed (you should be!) angling most of us have ever seen Super film and thank you. VBW x P.S More💪 to your elbow!

[@carl3705]

Epic Bro good onya for "rescueing" the fish.

[@philburr4075]

Dedication that mate, and full respect for thinking of the fish so that others can enjoy them in years to come

[@tonyscalise4462]

So cool that you fish and care about the fish and nature. You’re an excellent role model showing how to enjoy and respect nature. Great job!

[@JohnW8223]

Definitely one of the more memorable fishing videos I've seen on KZbin!

[@chrisgolfer7528]

Ripper mate, your sense of looking after nature is brilliant.

[@logansbt586]

Love the guitar music in the background, fits better than dance music

[@kempyliamya]

Legend mate. It’s our responsibility to make sure the fish we fish for are returned safely and with respect. Good job

[@charlieneilson1239]

Great vid. That’s a man who is dedicated to his sport and will go the extra mile to safeguard his quarry. Salute you sir! Well done 👏🏼

[@ostinG21]

Fair play for jumping in 👌👊

[@leegarner6013]

Awesome! Well done some cracking fish on the canal. What a carp to, stunning colours!

[@stuwicks3670]

That was very impressive, you are truly a great fisherman.

[@janedurston8939]

Bloody first class effort Top man Chris total respect kind regards Mr D

[@karlwatkins2331]

Lol Chris that's yr funnest session yet mate you had some nice fish bud keep them coming 👍 🎣👊👏👏👌

[@peterdixon7226]

100% committed to the catch and well being of the fish. Hats off to you sir 👌

[@studay1007]

Great effort Chris!! Top man

[@pairofblankers5586]

Brilliant mate,,and good on you for getting in there,,many wouldn't 👍👊🎣

[@neilsmith6461]

Brilliant effort

[@MrScooter49]

Fair play you my friend, you have love and respect for the fish, and that great 🙌

[@jamesshaw7601]

Nice to see dedication that you show way too go Chris

[@daverogers8823]

Fair play mate hats off to you

[@apescaconsandro]

beautiful story, nice noble act. Bravo!

[@phil3038]

Bet that shrivelled up the crown Jewels 🤣🤣🤣 Fair play and a great catch 👌👌

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Don't think they'll ever be the same 😂

[@rovingrods]

That was fantastic Chris. Fair play to ya👌😂😂

[@girthyyobo1554]

15/10 for effort fella haha! Water looks freezing.

[@shuggiemcg1]

Outstanding buddy! To many people wouldnt make the effort and would snap off leaving the fish either tethered to that bramble or trailing line! My hats off to you mate

[@korchannjoe5831]

I did use same method to fish for carp on small Loch at my home back in Czech. And also I had to get in to the water to free off snagged carp. But it was in summer time so water was fine😃 But there isn’t many fishermen who would go in water to free of fish from snag. I know only one man and now you😃 Well done man! Keep those nice videos rolling and tight lines!

[@hazzardoutdoors]

Absolutely all respect for you my man. To actually go in to the water, legend...!

[@dannyw7479]

Massive respect! Not many people would have done, not even sure I would have but I imagine you know that canal well and knew it wasn't that deep.

[@Cordel10]

What a absolute legend 🙌 👏

[@justluvfishinguk]

Awesome buddy.. well done on getting in & saving the carp … cheers Chris & Sam

[@BillyBeenFishing]

Respect man. I have never seen anyone jump in to get a fish off a snag.. good for you and cheers

[@phil7301]

Classic !! 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@neilandrew961]

Top man going in to free the line and still manages to get fish in with that branch still hanging on

[@tattoos1988]

Well done Chris hats off to you mate above and beyond what a stunning fish

[@chriswarby1001]

That is dedicated your plumbs must of shrivelled up to raisins lol good capture and did the right thing good on you 👍 👏 😀

[@drewaf5]

Get your tackle out see what bites !! Seriously Chris just shows how passionate you are about your fishing,thanks for the vlog 👍👍

[@nicktrinder1117]

Fair play 2 you,another great day fishing for different?! 🤣 wasnt expecting that,the respect you show to the fish you should be proud..keep doin wot your doin 👍

[@chrismorris8480]

I tell you what fair play to you. That was a sight rather you than me but well done fish welfare is paramount and what’s a little water great job thanks Chris

[@markdye5332]

This is a good channel and big respect for going in the water most anglers wouldn’t dream of going in

[@juniora9290]

Respect for that bro there’s many horrible people that don’t care about the fish and would have cut that line and left the fish to suffer that’s why I watch your videos too guy

[@paulnewey5185]

Fair play to you buddy fish care at its utmost 👍🏻🎣

[@Pete40-b1u]

Well done you fish welfare top priority. Like you say good story to pass on. All the best tight lines 🎣. Pete

[@jch7807]

Wow! That's what I call dedication! Great going!

[@dirtyhabitz2888]

Fair play to ya mate, going the extra mile and doing the right thing 👍

[@chriscarr9171]

Great fish care. Well done.

[@kevincurrington1331]

Wow that's really extrem fishing Chris well done 👏

[@philsmith214]

Great session 👍🏻 not sure about the tarzan impression the wife knew the water you went in was cold ,im not sure how 🤏 🤣

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Still waiting for the balls to drop back down mate 🤣

[@heyitsme6083]

Fantastic video mate and much respect for making sure. That carp wasn't left snagged up in the line and brambles 👍

[@needham831]

Well done Chris mate. One of the best methods of fishing in my opinion. Simple and deadly as you proved. And big respect going in for that Carp and rescuing it. A lot of lesser anglers would have pulled for the break. Good on you guy!☺👍

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Thanks Chris!

[@jamesatkinsfishing]

well done again so keen to go in the water after it but well worth it, and brilliant to get it unsnagged cheers mate, well done

[@Brad-VzZ]

Mate, great efffort on getting into the nal. What a memory

[@barrychristy3504]

Well done on doing that carp right.

[@mattlaptop5728]

Good man ! Now that’s dedication - well done.

[@buckrichard7690]

That’s dedication above and beyond the call of duty. Good on you!

[@raysievey147]

Great effort going in to get the fish but very brave/mad going in bare footed!

[@hazaroony]

Good for you man. So great to see how dedicated you are to the welfare of the fish you catch. Keep up the great work.

[@jaden9687]

Love your videos and content keep up the good work

[@madriverrob]

That’s proper dedication 🙏👍😁

[@handycrowd]

Above and beyond fella! Good job :-)

[@chainsawtony6857]

Fair play. Thought it was only me that carries a spare pair of pants in my kit. Looks like there may be two of us now!

[@cas2113]

total legend you are.

[@frankh3172]

That was awsome to watch! Well done! You have earned a huge sponsorship from Calvin Klein!😀😂😀

[@stevanfarley6652]

Totally enjoyed that 100% commitment what a legend

[@mcpjohnson]

Proper fisherman Chris, glad to see you left your cap on too😉 very entertaining. Also great backing tracks too.

[@The_ginger_fisherman]

Thanks mate. Needed to keep the cap on don't want everyone seeing the monk hair 😂

[@kevinbuckler1085]

That’s what I call going above and beyond,cracking effort 🎣🐟💪

[@robertdobson9769]

Had to do that once when my lad took his eye of the rod down to boxes fighting a nice common in the middle of the pond

[@plumpflower1993]

😂 hero, the level of care you show the fish is top notch - great role model for younger anglers. Loved the video as always

[@baker515]

Above an beyond for ur viewers great job

[@alecgoodwin92]

You definitely earned a subscription for that

[@JustinG1970]

Well done man, a lot of people would have not bothered jumping in for the fishes sake. Absolutely stunning fish. Your canal is a cracking fishery!

[@MRT.1977]

Great video. Well done for going in the water. Not many people would have done that in the cold. Top angling 👍🎣🇬🇧🎣👍

[@cliveharrison7934]

Well what can I say that’s the first time I’ve seen that lol 😂 I’ve been watching a lot of your videos since I found your channel and I’ve enjoyed every one so keep up the good work 👌

[@jonsheard8749]

Brilliant. Well done.

[@markR6.76]

The fishing gods will reward you for this , 👍

[@gavingg4761]

Fairplay for jumping in mate!🙌💚 tight lines the fish gods will repay you for that!💚

[@pgruszewski]

Chris making serious sacvrifices for his PBs and to be able to improve them in years to come :D But whatta material for a vid! GJ!

[@leafysfishing]

Love to know if there's chub in my local canal like that ! Hats off for going in that canal like.. looked freezing

[@morganrichardson2934]

You did what any of us would have done if it meant the fish was safe. Great vid Chris loved it. There’s a ghostie somewhere on that stretch I’ve seen a few times but only ever in the winter. Always on the far bank just under the surface that I find strange cos it’s always been freezing.

[@britishbluetess]

Lost for words absolute legend well done Chris 👌🏻

[@cliveeariss880]

Always exciting to watch your videos, and so much care for the fish, nice one.mate, keep them coming.

[@buildingsbyair]

well caught - above and beyond