Epic Iowa Catfishing! (70+ pound flathead!)

I never in my life thought I would see a flathead catfish this big. Maybe the dam stories are true haha. It may not count, but I just feel blessed to have put eyes on it. This thing was a freak!
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[@leviridge3307]

one thing ive learned over the years about flatheads is that their heads are flat

[@RiverCertified]

Amen

[@rigidyfishingadventures1794]

levi ridge and they’re slimmy

[@chasecoquet6297]

Good observation 😂 thanks for sharing the knowledge

[@landonjohnson6092]

I think thats SailorVille dam

[@KansasFishingOutdoors]

lol 😂 and the world is a square 😂

[@soppingwetburgers6493]

"I have not gained an inch!" Me too bro,me too.

[@RiverCertified]

😆😆😆😆 thanks for watching!

[@prevost8686]

Soppingwet Burgers It don’t improve with age son.

[@soppingwetburgers6493]

@@prevost8686 🤭🤭🤭🤭

[@kevinbruce5973]

Where is this at?

[@PigPatrolTV]

That spillinway’ looks glorious..

[@RiverCertified]

Dude, it's a special place

[@collinkimmel6784]

Red rock in Iowa google it ✊🏽 I live out here it’s a good place come out sometime

[@jordonpratt9641]

PaPow an stuff!!!!!!!!!

[@BOAYang]

the snags are glorious too

[@chipsammich2078]

@@BOAYang is it infested with Asian carp like most of the spillways down here

[@Crayziebone17]

You weren't intentionally trying to snag him, That shit counts! Fish probably went to hit the Bait and got himself snagged. Hell of a damn fish!

[@RiverCertified]

Ah man, I wish I could. I'm just happy I saw the fish in person.

[@bluewidow9151]

Actually it was foul hooked it would not count in real rules

[@JroCofGGroove]

These dudes are right..foul hook is foul hook..still a beast and a hell of a fight!

[@braddilley9792]

@@bluewidow9151 Hes fishing for fun not competitively there's no rules

[@camn8502]

@@braddilley9792 well dnr rules...

[@guitaristforlife86]

Huge respect for letting it go. They’ve earned it when they reach that size. Snag or not, that’s a memorable fish!

[@RiverCertified]

Agreed sir. That image of that fish is permanently engraved into my mind.

[@coolbreezeinkc1023]

Agree

[@coolbreezeinkc1023]

Agree

[@poststalone1496]

Where are you going to mount it if you keep it? Damn thing had it’s own area code

[@Van020280]

Only a non-fisherman would think someone would keep that fish and congratulate them for releasing it.

[@3qssmokedribsbbq588]

What a cool catch! I wish that I had the knowledge at my age to go out and fish again.

[@SteveDouglastheCatfishDude]

great job Spencer, that was a beast, congrats to you

[@billysmith9347]

Nice flathead! I just came across your channel a couple months ago. Probably the best channel I've found yet.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Billy! Indo my best. Really glad you enjoy it!

[@str8steelerfan]

Man I watched this video again just now and remember the whole thing like it was yesterday! What a blast!!! I wonder if either of us will ever catch one of that size again! I'll never forget that fish and all those amazing fish man!! Some of the best Flathead fishing ever!!

[@RiverCertified]

Definitely a great time. Sure hope I find a fish like that again someday

[@kylelitteral7500]

Wow that’s an amazing fish congrats and hope you catch one even bigger keep up the hard work and it will pay off.

[@RiverCertified]

I'll keep working. It keeps me sane. Thank you for watching!

[@billshepard1275]

Good job SPENCER! Your hard work pays off.I,M REALLY happy for you.That flathead is AWwwsum!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Bill! I really appreciate it!

[@alexanderealley9992]

Awesome content! Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@wespeacock793]

Beautiful Giant! One in a million day and I do respect and relate to your afterthoughts. The beauty of this video is seeing the live release of a very healthy 70+lb. Flathead. 76.5 lbs. has been the record Flathead in my home state of Ohio since 1979. Even without measurements I have a great mental image of what a state record fish might look like.

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you Wes! Hopefully one of these days you get a real visual of a state record flathead!

[@4babyk425]

I'm from Ohio too there is a bunch of paylakes just for monster cats

[@stevesmith4181]

I was born in Ohio but I've lived in Texas since I was 4, although I visit family in Ohio when I can and we fish the paylakes alot. My favorite one, my Dad always fished, and I gratefully got to fish w him alot before he passed away, recently closed down and is now a public catch and release spot, always been known as Beaver Lake. I'll miss fishing the tournaments and for tagged fish there! Sum 70+'s have come outta there and I know other paylakes near Springfield hold sum 70-80+ blues and flatheads so I'm surprised that the state record is only in the 70-80# range, with the Ohio River being responsible for alotta those big fish that were stocked in those paylakes from my understanding. I believe I heard they recently put a stop to catching them outta the river to stock in paylakes. I dont care what anyone says about paylakes fishing, I think the shits fun as hell! Can't wait til this summer, after my daughter graduates high school and we head up to Ohio to visit my Mom/Stepdad and family and my cousins and I can hit sum paylakes again!!! Fish on!!!

[@jessestanfield-brokencurlo1448]

Big congratulations man! Shows what can happen if you put in the time! Great job!

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir! I'll keep fishing. Cant help myself 😁

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

That's awesome Spencer 👍 Don't worry about the woulda shouldas That's a nice fish snagged or not

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man. At the end of the day I'm just happy to have seen a fish like that

[@bretttroxel6143]

The adrenaline dump after something like that is what I’m always striving for while I’m fishing. Good stuff man.

[@t-medalexander7295]

I have watched this video several times over the years and the size of that fish still blows me away

[@raygalvan7828]

that flathead was so healthy man. he looked like pure muscle. nice vid bruh!

[@RiverCertified]

Definitely a beef cake. Hopefully run into her again next year. Thanks for watching!

[@davidcorns2622]

That thing was a complete monster! Great job landing it!

[@RiverCertified]

I feel fortunate just to have laid eyes on it. Thanks for watching David!

[@peterschulties3258]

WOWZERS! Thanks for that Spencer. Perfect way to start the day:) I love how just watching I get all fired up like I'm fishing too lol. "Sweet Jesus!" lol

[@RiverCertified]

Glad I could help out man! Good luck when you get out!

[@bradhilton8803]

Well, looks like I'm moving to Iowa! Dude... that was a hell of a fish!! Nice job!! I'm shocked that he wasn't hooked on that big shad you threw out there! Really enjoyed the video....keep it up!

[@RiverCertified]

You got bigger fish in your neck of the woods! Surprised me too. Would have been a lot cooler if it was.

[@drew1693]

"I don't know. All I know is I don't know" + "i'm going to fish until I can't fish anymore" = Solid gold

[@RiverCertified]

Haha glad you enjoyed it!

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

@@RiverCertified operation ivy?

[@mikefarnkopf9813]

What an absolute tank!!! Snagged, or not, that was a great catch!!👍🎣

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@daron1967]

Great flat head Spencer! Biggest one I have ever seen. Ive been fishing for 45 plus years. Great video as always!

[@RiverCertified]

I honestly never thought I would ever lay eyes on a flathead like that. I just wish it would have hit it.

[@mikemcfiggus8996]

The North Carolina state record for flatheads is 78lbs. You would have been close here to that record, but definitely a NCARP (recognition)!!!! The commentary in your videos and the monster fish you catch make my shifts at work (police officer) that much better. Thank you!!

[@RiverCertified]

Its just too bad it didn't eat my lure. Pretty cool that ya enjoy the videos so much. Hope ya keep enjoying em!

[@TyPigPatrol]

dude that is a monster! Huge congrats man!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Ty! It's amazing what happens when you fish all the time, but you already knew that😁

[@luissuarez5667]

That's so awesome man! So glad u were able to experience that on such light tackle. U deserve it snagged or not. U fish your heart out! Tight lines my man! I hope u catch a another giant!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Luis! I cant help myself. I'd be sick with out it. Just glad you enjoy the videos!

[@luissuarez5667]

I know what u mean!! You inspire me to keep on fishing no matter the luck and eventually wanna make my own vids. I caught a 70 pound blue last October and I'm itching for a flatty over 20. I've only caught 1 around 10. I just ordered some whisker seekers yesterday thanks to you. I'm on my way!..well sort of...maybe..one day...lol

[@RiverCertified]

They're definitely a different kinda fish. A blue that big is a slob though man!

[@luissuarez5667]

@@RiverCertifiedthanks man I just posted a pic of the blue on your latest update on facebook.

[@wyatthemby1052]

Quick question I'll be coming to the Davenport area in march or early April, what are some good areas to catfish

[@shawnt9256]

Think this is the fourth time watching this. Bout to head down to my fav spot, always watch a few vids before I go, sometimes for inspiration, sometimes for hype! Gonna fish right below this real small waterfall for cats/carp today.Went yesterday got 3,3 different species. Cat,carp and a 3 lb Small mouth.Was bored, waiting on target specie,pick up small combo,tied a spinner on,wham! Chunky smallie about 3 lb.Third cast with the spinner,thought I foul hooked a carp,until it rocketed into space.Love when they jump like that.. Another fine River Certified production..Thanks the fourth time for this Epic Iowa Flattie vid...

[@daveblakeney4657]

Awesome fish🖒🖒🖒,,Flatheads that big are majestic..The ol boy is gonna go get bigger..🤗🤗🤗

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! I hope to find him again!

[@aroncollings3405]

Damn man! Look at the size of that behemoth!! Killing it with the vids bro, keep it up! :D

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Aaron!

[@zachhenderson7982]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who shakes from adrenaline when I get a good one! Subscribed

[@RiverCertified]

Absolutely. Sometimes I wished I could act as excited as I actually am. I guess its more internal. Thanks for watching man and thanks for the sub!

[@boyz350ful]

Congratulations!!! Had to be a hell of experience! The adrenaline! My pb is 22lbs and it was awesome. Some day just some day I'll brake my pb again

[@RiverCertified]

All it takes is time on the water. Good luck dude!

[@bensonhermanoutdoors3616]

Caught some big 22+" hybrids there this year. Hahaha i laughed too when you said "secret"

[@RiverCertified]

Those are dandies man! Glad you enjoy the humor!

[@travislahvic5494]

Dude your in my neck of the woods Knoxville iowa below the danm

[@rhinohd]

Right on man! I'd rather snag a fish like that then NEVER see one in my lifetime that's for sure! Happy Fishing!

[@RiverCertified]

Definitely my thoughts! Same to you!

[@EatnLunch]

I got a bunch of nice plastics from that swap meet! Amazing fish, that one really put your rod/reel/tackle to the test! You've been nailing some monsters this year. Snagged or not, I say it counts as long as you land it and release it!

[@RiverCertified]

I've had a great year man! Hopefully it continues!

[@hoosiercat1757]

Wow!!!! Snagged or not, what an awesome fish Spence.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks bud, I'm still stoked!

[@zarakikid]

Wow what a fish!!!! That beefy Okuma baitfeeder was able to hold him!

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir

[@scotthackman861]

I like your commentary and knowledge. You can tell your respect for those fish. "Catch a Giant" well said.

[@RiverCertified]

I'm just glad you enjoy it. I really do hope you catch a giant!

[@roymyers8575]

The Indiana record is around 80, so wow, what a fish of a lifetime!! Fisherman are great, the way they help each other. Congrats.

[@TacticalJay62]

A legend was born as the words “never was one to follow the crowd” came out of his mouth

[@RiverCertified]

I like that!

[@TacticalJay62]

@@RiverCertified hey I love your fishing videos what's your Instagram

[@RiverCertified]

@@TacticalJay62 same thing as here. River Certified. Thank you!

[@seanmcneil1974]

gotta be one of owen Benjamin s bears beartaria

[@sirrloin]

I love Lake Red Rock it's a catfish factory. Go out at night. I guarantee theres a record breaker in there somewhere.

[@RiverCertified]

Its in there somewhere. There would be even more big fish if people let more of the big ones go.

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Awesome fish buddy!! I’ve herd of others hear in Iowa getting some 70lb & 80lb flat heads here in Iowa but haven’t seen one in person caught hear in Iowa!! Maybe one day will be my turn hopefully!! I absolutely love fishing for flat heads! I say they are one of by far the coolest fish to catch!!

[@RiverCertified]

Same here. I guess if you fish enough you get lucky!

[@julianmoore2654]

Great catch man fish of a life time from this state🎣🎣

[@negamehawker3563]

sure looks like red rock dam and the new hydro plant they built i worked on the pile crew at the very beginning

[@patriotcatfishersofamerica7985]

Congratulations my brother that was a monster flathead.🇺🇸

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you very much sir! Hope to see her again someday

[@timshoff4593]

Wow! That flathead was enormous. No matter that you snagged it. A catch is a catch. Congrats

[@stevehering8069]

Wow that was an awesome fish and you are very lucky to get it in great video and thanks

[@Ben-gy2yn]

How do you keep your sinkers from snagging in the rocks out there? I love that place but I’ve never catfished it for that reason.

[@RiverCertified]

I run a 3 way rig. I got a video on how to tie it

[@davidsmith5208]

I’ve always used a 50 lb lead with a flat sinker

[@briantalbot394]

Float it down the current and just drift up with your bait about 6 inches off the bottom

[@mauricecason5369]

Forgot to leave a comment yesterday , congratulations on that awesome Flathead that was great catch for anyone keep up the great work my friend

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir. Definitely gonna keep fishing, on worries about that !

[@johnhenderson7094]

Oldie but Goldie What an incredible catch!! nine times out of 10 that fish would’ve easily shredded that line on a rock! You handled that dude!!

[@johnjohnson-sm3yf]

Nice fish . Much respect to you guys on catch and release

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir!

[@brettsams2415]

camp down river from there and boat up below that damm every year and catch monsters!! great fish

[@RiverCertified]

Nice man. Thanks for the kind words!

[@uniquenm]

Where is that at

[@hlubtshajlee9042]

Was you fishing by the side walk on Saturday?

[@RiverCertified]

Not me. I always got my cubbies hat on

[@NaveedH333]

Loving your fishing , talking, lovely friendly behavior, and fishes. Subscribed from Pakistan. I am fishing for last 8 years and 30 pounder is still my dream.

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you for the kind words! I hope you get that 30 over soon! Thank you very much for watching!

[@str8steelerfan]

Had a blast man!! That was the biggest fish I've ever tried to land as well. A treat to even see for sure!!

[@RiverCertified]

I definitely appreciate the help!

[@str8steelerfan]

@@RiverCertified I was just glad to be there at that time. Remember 18x longer ;)

[@Lightwish01]

Snagging sucks. People have many theories as to how foul-hooking a fish happens, but forget about all those theories because here is how snagging occurs most of the time: When a fish goes to attack the lure the rush it, then the hook gets caught in its mouth as usual. What happens a lot of the time is that the fish will shake, bend and jump trying to spit the hook. When the fish flex’s to spit the hook, they often snag themselves even while the hook is still in their mouths. So the tail or back end of the fish flex’s enough to get its tail or back end snagged on one of the treble hooks in its mouth and it pulls the lure from the mouth and the hook is now set in its back en$pd. It’s hard to describe this process in text, but I think a lot of you will understand what I am talking about here. In my books that catfish should count! The one foul-hooked in the belly. Was probably hooked properly first and snagged himself is all. So that’s how foul-hooking often occurs. It can also happen on a crank bait where the front treble is in the mouth and due to flipping around the back hook can get caught just past the gills into their “shoulder” and that’s how another foul hook happens. First time visitor to your channel, so far so good! That thumbnail pulled me in to your videos channel. If you have other videos I like where you are hopefully going after and catching multiple other species then I may sub even! I can’t stand a channel that is focused on catching one species only. Especially largemouth bass. A lot of channels focus on those only and I can’t stand it! We need variety! Walleye, trout, Muskie, pike, catfish and yes even carp are all good when the fishermen goes after all of those species changing it up often depending on location and conditions. Thanks for your video!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed the videos! It's hard to tell how the fish got hooked but all that stuff is definitely a possibility. Ita tough to tell what you didn't see happen. I fish for a variety of species, but catfish are my favorite. No bass fishing here, except some smallmouth on occasion. Thanks for watching!

[@matthewmelvin9086]

I live in Iowa and I’m pretty sure we drive by that place at least twice a year going to kentucky

[@lindalong455]

That was epic and truly amazing thanks for sharing

[@RiverCertified]

Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

I come back to this video and rewatch it all the time

[@edbrown3047]

Wow!!..holy crap man. GREAT fish!!..Is it common to catch drum on swimbaits?

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Very common. Happens while #walleye fishing a lot

[@mandybare6823]

I’ve caught drum on crappie jigs lol, I think they will hit anything

[@itzcursing]

2020 rn watching a 2019 video because we been there we been catching small white bass on the beach area and thinking to go again

[@RiverCertified]

Good luck down there!

[@stephaniehigdon633]

Where is this? Lake Rathbun??

[@gavinknott4602]

@@stephaniehigdon633 this isn't rathbun, I'm wondering if it is lake red rock

[@twinturbocoyoteftw]

Great trip man good job with the big flathead!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@heaths1350]

Holy crap!! An awesome fish ! I like the little gerber razor knife you had I’ve got a couple and they are nice for their price

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! I freaking love that thing! It comes in handy all the time!

[@MikesFishingHome]

One of my favorite things about this video, seeing your bloody stubbed toe as if nothing happened 🤣 1 year I stumbled and broke my toe and slammed my knee till it swelled 3 times normal size. It was rare vacation in my absolute favorite spot, so I stayed through that day and the 2 next days. Glad I did too. I caught a 20lb longnose gar, 26lb muskie and 43lb flathead and 60lb s snapping turtle ontop of all the other smaller fish.

[@RiverCertified]

Being tough has its perks haha

[@CruzesLouisianaOutdoors]

Nice fish buddy! Watching more vids now...new sub

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Cruze! I really appreciate it!

[@EIRE1980]

Iowa is my second home. Catch huge blues and flathead in Cedar Rapids, out of the Cedar River. Biggest blue a little over 40lbs biggest flathead 33lbs. Both off bluegill heads. Much respect to you Iowa boys. Hawkeye town baby.

[@RiverCertified]

Those are jumbo man! Thanks for watching!

[@jared_lewis06]

Nice to see you fishing at red rocks dam I love catfishing there 👍

[@ksoutdoorsports]

Wow what a fish! Love'n them white bass!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! That definitely makes two of us!

[@zaneriley316]

Dang good fish dude. Enjoying the content "bud".

[@RiverCertified]

Haha thanks man!

[@fishingsage5068]

I just saw this video for the first time. Well done landing that fish! A Spectacular feat indeed!

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you very much!

[@stewart00311]

Congrats to ya either way, The beginning of the video and the ending, being honest is why I subbed. You will get another chance.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Stewart! I hope you continue to enjoy them!

[@anthonyridge2323]

As long as you state that you accidentally snagged it, I'd claim that all day every day, LOL. Congrats on that monster, thats even a monster by Kansas standards! 🤙🦈

[@RiverCertified]

I feel pretty fortunate just to have seen that fish. Thanks for taking the time to watch! You're the man Anthony!

[@anthonyridge2323]

@@RiverCertified Aww, thanks, brother! I agree, just seeing fish that big is an adrenaline rush. Knowing they're in there like some sort of freshwater sharks. If you ever make it to Lawrence or Topeka KS I'd love to hook up and show ya the Kansas( aka Kaw) River. There's some monsters in there waiting to be caught but I'm out of the game right now. Just had surgery for a broken ankle so Im laid up for at least a few more weeks, thank God I can watch vids like yours to keep myself sane in the meantime! 👍

[@RiverCertified]

@@anthonyridge2323 thanks for the invite man. Get well soon!

[@jasondowd1575]

@@RiverCertified thats 1lb over the mn state record my p.b. is 68.5 lbs send that s.o.b. my way lol been looking for that fish for over 25 years!

[@charleshamby646]

That my friend was a massive flathead and in most cases I would agree snag fish don't count but if it over 50 it counts lol another great video thanks

[@jeffmichel4312]

Great show man fun to watch! Congrats on that Methuselah!!!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@travis9621]

Lake Red rock southside tail water spillway. fished that many times over the years and only seen few very large fish there. Nice to see they are there.

[@bullfrogoutdoors2666]

Holy crap, what a giant! I went thro my last bit of data to watch this and it was worth it. Haha What a fish, what pound test was that!?

[@RiverCertified]

That's awesome to read! Thanks man! I was using 85 lb. Braid and a 40 lb mono leader

[@stoggies3546]

Lol im subbing you ....you look like you was carrying a dryer on them rocks lol 😍😍 70 pounds ...thats a damn child

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks subbing! I guess its practical application of weightlifting 😁

[@ElkinsEric]

@@RiverCertified ya gotta build up your core somehow and I cannot think of a better way!!!

[@andrea4809]

That was awesome! My biggest was about 50-55. Yours was a beast!!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

[@bobcat1960]

Still one of the very best videos of a monster fish being caught!

[@bovels1949]

Where is this...I’m going to see my mom in Iowa. Marshalltown, she’s 92 and we’re going fishing.

[@kadens2357]

bovels1949 red rock dam

[@bovels1949]

Jason K the name Child’s sounds familiar

[@noujaiyang1513]

Now I know the baitfeeder spinning reel can somewhat handle a fish like that. I rather use spinning reels vs baitcasters even though baitcasters are smaller profile and look better. And too many baitcasters with right hand retrieve. Awesome catch though. Looking forward to break record for MN.

[@RiverCertified]

They're tough to beat for the price. Good luck man!

[@jamesharp8752]

Holy moley what a fish!! Great video brother. Congratulations on a fabulous PB.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks James! I definitely feel fortunate!

[@larrywuzhere3866]

What a great catch!! That was fun to watch, it had to be exhilarating to catch!

[@RiverCertified]

I'm glad you enjoyed it man!

[@stevec5338]

Congratulations on Boone & Crocket kitty kat!! I would been shaking worse than you!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Steve! That's a hell of a way to put it

[@kuvtuagames8479]

Caught a monster 20 pound channel cat by the beach area

[@RiverCertified]

Noice

[@TNRVG]

Holy cow that was a massive fish! Awesome catch!

[@RiverCertified]

I'm still stoked. Thanks man!

[@JackycClark]

Great video . All the guy's fishin doin fishin guys stuff .

[@travislahvic5494]

I fish in that spot all the time lol

[@RiverCertified]

Nice

[@jacobbrown9939]

I can't tell if he's a nice guy or a mean guy

[@RiverCertified]

I'm a mean guy

[@seedee652]

Lmao! You seem chill. The best way to describe you is blunt, hungry, funny, nice and very sarcastic

[@85krink]

Jacob Brown he’s a good fisherman but also a cubs fan.....

[@kevinrundle3167]

Beautiful fish! I have caught 2 flatheads that size while fishing Lake Sturgeon on nightcrawlers... It's a real rush!!!

[@RiverCertified]

Thats awesome dude!

[@colinpennington2090]

That was awesome! Beautiful fish. The video definitely lived up to the hype. It was funny to me that you mentioned the foreshadowing. I was thinking the exact same thing well before that point and it continued throughout the video. Even with the smaller flattie that was foul hooked and you explaining how it didn’t count and legally had to be released. You should have changed your sign off line to “I hope you catch a giant like I just did” for this video lol.

[@RiverCertified]

Honestly man, it was a dream come true and a disappointment all at the same. I hope if anyone else catches one like that , they actually catch it.

[@colinpennington2090]

You still had to catch it. Had to be awesome to lift that fish up regardless.

[@RiverCertified]

To see a fish like that was dream come true. I sure hope to see her again in a couple years

[@louisbailey4900]

Can we all just take a moment and thank God n Jesus for blessing us with these beautiful places and critters. Life is awesome

[@jameslow5536]

AMEN

[@chipsammich2078]

You know it's a drum because it jumps on the bank before you get all your line reeled in.. Dumb drum lol

[@RiverCertified]

I don't know man, those 10-20 lbers will give ya tussle

[@chipsammich2078]

@@RiverCertified I've never caught any close to 20lbs but anything close to 10 and under soon as you get them turned more often than not they seem to swim towards you as fast as you can reel..

[@kyleharwood8176]

I grew up fishing the same stretch and caught a mirror image of that fish 400 yards south of there in 2011. So glad you let it go, dnr agent was there when I caught mine and he told me in Iowa it takes around 80 years to get a flathead to 70 lbs. Same guy was writing tickets to those who kept catfish that where snagged. It is definitely illegal in Iowa to keep a game fish that was caught outside the mouth. Catfish are considered game fish in Iowa. Great video.

[@RiverCertified]

There's giants in there! Hope you find her again!

[@Bait2Bend]

All I kept sayin was, "Dude, oh' my god!" WOW, wow, wow. One of those moments you and all around you. You made some of those other guys and ladies days as well. Just think, that's an awesome story for them to tell and they were there. PRETTY COOL DUDE. Great Catch! -Scott

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks for the kind words Scott! I had a crowd by the end. Just glad they (and myself) got to see that fish😀

[@wh8085]

Good point , it does make everyones day that was there. They all got excited too ! I know I would have ! That was a light weight rig for 71.52 pounds and in current !

[@paulatkinson4439]

Great fish, great team effort. Snagged, nawwww, I think you lip hooked it, it already had the hook hole in it's gut, (wink wink)

[@RiverCertified]

Hahaha I'll take it either way. Thank you for watching!

[@Spittin_Bars]

That has to be the dumbest rule i've ever heard, catching a fish is catching a fish, who cares where it was hooked as long as you arent actively trying to snag breeding fish with a weighted treble hook

[@RiverCertified]

Is what it is. Thanks for watching!

[@braddilley9792]

I've been fishing for years a catch is a catch and even snagging is still fishing

[@farmboy7064]

Lake Red Rock is a great place to fish huh! Especially when the time is right. I live in pella. Fish there all the time. Nice Catch! Saw a guy catch a 91lb flathead gigging for walleye.