Berkley Gulp! Sandworm VS. Live Pile Worm - Which Will Catch More Fish?

[@FishinYou]

you can actually draw a straw poll, it is part of youtube, and all viewers can vote with one touch. Watch a video on youtube to see how you could make one instead of having people dislike ur video and crashing your video's rating to the ground. like so he can see the comment.

[@FishermansLife]

got it. thanks. did not know that.

[@kohzabest]

lmao you really said to dislike the video

[@KB-cl3gl]

actually i assume he knew what he was trying to do i have to hand it to him what he did was realy clever. Id say 9 out of 10 people wil say live bait is better than fake bait and he assigned live bait to "Like" and received many likes over dislikes. He manipulated the system, he encouraged people to interact with the like and dislike system and in the end received what he realy wanted wich was likes.

[@mastersnipe6302]

Internal Fury lol

[@questioningeverything4200]

kelvin barrera no moron he has a lot of subs and doesn't care lmao what a tool

[@natureboy5518]

sorry man i can't dislike your videos haha

[@FishermansLife]

lol thanks

[@whoatheredad6096]

true

[@ryovanderpool2216]

The Youngwolf just flip ur phone upside down and press the things up button!

[@bradenwhalen4650]

Right

[@devanalexander565]

The Youngwolf d

[@kevinwest4488]

minnows? get off the rocks...follow the shoreline...find the seams...the perch are a lot closer than you think...regular steelhead pole and spin reel work just fine...jeesh...bait choice? there are other berkely products that work well...and chunks..not whole baits are just as good...altho saltwater, i find for some unexplainable reason..gold hooks work wonders...if fishing like i explained..use sliding egg sinkers(2 of them above a bead above your swivel) you can double up a leader with a drop loop if you prefer, but a single hook works better in my opinion.. if questioning me...im 52 years old having fished for red tailed surf perch my entire life...last tip sir...incoming tide per my findings is always better than an outgoing one...west coaster.....

[@kevinwest4488]

the size of these pile perch are making me shitty

[@CesarGonzalez-kt7vp]

I've caught fish on chewing gum, piece of yarn, beer can top, piece of wood with glued on glitter, etc. Not saying ready made stuff isn't good but I think there's also a lot of hype out there, sometimes I feel like I'm the fish being caught. Cheers Matt! Couple of nice day's coming up, finally!

[@FishermansLife]

lol i feel the same way man. We're all fish to someone it seems

[@adventureaustralia1925]

just a little tip which may or may not be of help, here in Australia we have a worm called a tube worm which looks very similar to the pile worm. instead of cutting the pinchers off thread the worm through the mouth and it will bite down on the hook and sort of lock onto the hook meaning your bait is much more secure and won't slip as much. I don't know if it will behave the same but it's near identical to a tube worm so I'm only assuming it would! God bless

[@12thFan23]

I know this vid is hella old but thanks for during this experiment. Since I'm relatively new to salt fishing I learned a lot. I really like all of your vids.

[@riverfishing2051]

I often recycle some soft plastics in the gulp juices too :-) -- Synthetics are convenient and practical for hard core hobbyists that do not plan, or have time to catch their bait. Many of my buddies from the northeast have switched from squid to gulp... for convenience alone. --- valid experiment.

[@tomiwaogunleye3675]

Ive never been fishing in my life but thanks to your videos it feels like im experiencing a fisher mans life. Thanks for that!!😊😊

[@whitetroutchannel]

pileworms?? i love how creatures names change round the world im from northern ireland we have the exact same worms only their called king ragworm here! great vid man

[@walterrose7641]

You should try the mystery tackle box inshore saltwater box for a video.

[@kaynetominaga1769]

I agary

[@Eric-zs6rd]

that stuff is junk

[@BigSchmitt1989]

Kayne Tominaga I, too, agary.

[@eddypetch]

hey

[@FrontlinesBassin]

Both likes and dislikes promote the video higher in KZbin feed. That being said, I love this channel and I vote for live bait. thumbs up

[@ScottSpeedPro]

The surf fishing info and how to read the waves was great, very helpful

[@scott2686]

don't want to dislike the video so I'll start a tally here instead: Berkley Gulp

[@FishermansLife]

DISLIKE IT! lol

[@rattlelarry2186]

Scott next time you can make a viewer survey on KZbin. Great comparison btw!

[@mattm6575]

ooh I agree re-liekd haha

[@outahereoriginal4883]

dislike

[@rodrigobarajas117]

I like

[@loonatticat]

Appreciate the experimentation and sharing it with us! For future experiments, consider all variables to ensure reliable conclusions. In this case, the Gulp bait was always on the bottom hook. Perhaps most fish were cruising low and that's why they went for artificial. Some variables can't be controlled, but occasionally reversing the bait positions or better, fishing with TWO rigs close by, with reversed bait positions, and the conclusion is more reliable. Polite suggestion only- it's hard to criticize your entertaining and informative content. GREAT JOB!!!! Chris

[@mrgolftennisviolin]

The gulp was on top for the first fish he caught

[@krnballahollic]

Your tips in this video help me and my lady hook into a bunch of surf perch this last weekend. We hit a school using the Berkley gulp sand worm. Hell yeah! And you know we cooked them in a little bit of butter!

[@MrTatts64]

In the UK, those things are called "Rag Worm". I have dug more than enough of them that are thicker than my thumb and its only the biggest which can cause a minor stinging sensation as opposed to a bite. Sure, it can make you jump sometimes (surprise) but that's the worst I have experienced of them. Now although use both of those worm baits (Gulp and Rag) I have yet to experience a day where the artificial has beaten the real thing. Try them suspended under a float / bobber, but assuming the worms are 6" or longer, hook them an inch down from the head, thread them on carefully so as not butcher the side of the bait, fill the hook and cast out gently. Current and tide will take your gear where it needs to go, so be prepared to let out more line. Best of luck mate!

[@coolbeans2098]

I would never dislike one of ur vids bro ! Good stuff keep it up !

[@rnurmin4967]

If I'm not mistaken, the Berkley Gulp Sandworm has glitter in it, hence it creates the shimmering effect under the sun light. That itself improves the bite chances

[@fredflintstone1547]

live bait or cut bait is virtually always better than artificial bait, unless you are fishing for farm-raised fish that have never had live food. However the Gulp-sandworms are pretty tough. I've caught three or four fish in a row on the same rubber worm and then put it back in the pouch.

[@marvicty]

That big rock you were fishing at used to have a pathway that went out to it and fisherman would throw bugeye jigs for stripers. If someone hooked one, someone else would have to hold the fishing line on the northside of the rock while the fisherman would run down the path to the little beach you were on and land the striper. Once the fisherman reached the beach, he would signal the dude holding his line on the rock and tell him to let the line go. It was crazy because I remember a dude from Brisbane fell off of the front side of the rock. The dude used to drive a Corvair I remember.

[@WysteriaGuitar]

I use Gulp baits for fresh water all the time and they work just as good and usually BETTER than live night crawlers.

[@lifewithassburgers8000]

I totally thought that crab on the bottom of screen was for real sitting on those rocks at 9:00 mark...lmao....was like..damn that's a nice crab...love your videos...especially the catch and cook and also do more real vs. fake vids...

[@bozart6001]

People call Berkeley worms in my area "perch crack" .

[@greatlakezgirl649]

Perch crack ❤😂 where are you?

[@kaydnburns5935]

ive pretty much always used gulp and have always had better luck with it, so its nice to see it works

[@goldfeverpete3693]

You are my first subscription for surf fishing. I liked to watch the comparison. I use both. I tried my own comparison with the sand worm and lug worms. I could get 3 lug worm sections per worm.12 worms in a container. I can't remember how much. Went to seal beach. Same as you top, bottom rig. Surf was perfect. I fished sand worms on both hooks, then live on both hooks. At Seal Beach I caught a few with sand worms but killed it with lug worms, Thanks for the vid. I like the way you took the time to explain everything. No matter how small. The reading of the surf to explaining the moss on the rocks. You just taught me how to put both on the hooks. I think everyone has their own style. I was just surprised at the exposed hook. They still hit it. Thanks again.

[@Lumpy007]

The video was very sharp/clear. Good camera.

[@samrodowick3852]

Had to drop you a thank you for getting me my first ocean fish. Pulled in two perch and a smelt down in Cambria thanks to your videos and this one in particular.

[@jds2307]

thanks for the pro tip on reading the beach!

[@joelquizzagan8406]

Where is this spot?

[@outcastluverxxx]

he lives in SF its probably a beach somewhere close to/in the bay area

[@manshabmanshab6091]

My Guy just gave us a lesson about sand barriers and waves

[@VegetarianFeast]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. Nice images also.

[@saltytrucksbruh8212]

saltwater fishing on the Pacific coast is SOO much different than fishing the gulf here in Florida

[@Arkfishing]

Berkley always advertises that their artificial lures out fish live bait; Had a hard time believing that, but this video is a good demonstration that it actually does; Good Video!

[@troy_hunterrr]

One of the best videos I have seen on this channel, thanks for the good content :)

[@FishermansLife]

thanks for watching!

[@christianmayhew2617]

@3:56...."Personally, I like the middle of the hole!" Me too brotha!!!!!!!!!! God Bless.

[@jink6091]

I'm a Fan. What a picturesque setting.

[@lautmchannel13812]

Cool video. From now on I might just go with artificial baits instead of dead ones i.e. prawn, squid or chunk of fish meat.

[@pierrebonnard990]

Love the head-to-head comparison. I bet you can think of more!

[@Shabercom]

3000 people obviously have used the amazing gulp sandworms before. Love your videos man! Was really hard to give you a thumbs down but I don’t even use blood worms (so cal) anymore, only gulps.

[@rubberghost7161]

I wish there was easier access to fishing where I live

[@brianrosa2594]

Freshwater fishing if you can't go saltwater 👍🏼👍🏼

[@jonathantruong7894]

Surprised by results. Can we do a Gulp! Sandworm vs Shrimp test?

[@FishermansLife]

YES!

[@ryot340]

Was just thinking that, good call

[@f33rnofish]

Fisherman's Life I'm sure you know this but there are also Gulp! Shrimp. I've never tried them but I know ppl in Florida swear by them. Would be cool to see the real deal vs fake measure up. You're fishing all the spots I grew up fishing along the coast. Good stuff, man!

[@scottwhitefishing]

We tear the trout and Redfish up in the Gulf here in Florida on the Gulp Shrimp. They will outfish live bait, sometimes it is because of the colors, sometimes just being able to have the bait stay on the hook longer

[@robertbravo3882]

I like that you have a normal hook set, other people basically launch the fish out of the water

[@pegasus6724]

Thanks for the video I just bought some artificial black lug worm 9 inch and worry they won't catch they don't have a great following But you have boosted my confidence a lot Thanks

[@thebowman2]

These artificial worms would be a good idea when I'm fishing with a three hooks setup. Usually its the bottom hook that catches the most, so I could use a real sandworm on that one and use fakes on the other hooks.

[@noriovaldos2837]

Thank you finally a KZbinr explains that

[@tjsin59]

great videos man , really like the format and the structure of your content

[@000JT]

Thanks for the fishing spots lol. Love your channel binge watching your vids

[@jeromejimenez1615]

I liked your tips on reading the beach. If you have any more, that would be great!

[@FishermansLife]

I'll post them as they come!

[@engagingthings]

Great explanation of sandbars.

[@Capital-Idea]

Louie's cafe in upper left closed permanently.....lots of memories..chasing stripers off fisherman's rock back in '86..world class...

[@sammetzel3484]

NW Fishing secrets sent me here thanx 4 the vids man keep it up

[@michaelmarino1548]

Love the sandworms. Durable, longer shelf life, and less of a pain in the ass

[@krga94c]

Very well done and informative, Matt. Thanks

[@FXJammer]

I really see this fishingchanel explode in some time! keep up the interesting and educational work my friend really apreciate these videos

[@migueljuarez3415]

Originally thumbed down to cast my vote but changed to thumbs up because I liked the video lol 😂

[@FishermansLife]

hahahaha

[@bmw1725]

Did you cut the pinchers off the fake one too?

[@cbr600rrgraffitti]

If you tease the worm to make the pinchers come out then jam the hook between them, it's a really strong hook up. The pincher appendage is a super strong "sleeve" of tissue.

[@Rygoat]

Not going to lie didnt really expect the fish to pick a gulp you've already cast so many times on over a fresh worm. That has convinced me to just go the gulp now I guess, longer lasting and if I dont use them all I can store them for later

[@brendonrausch5894]

I voted for the live worm cuz I can't dislike any of your vids. But I'll try the gulps next time and comment on the results here. All else aside, the best thing about the gulps - no f***ing pinchers!!! Another great video, keep 'em coming!

[@Tyler-Woody]

Texas fish and game did this style contest with dead shrimp vs gulp shrimp when it first came out. Gulp won big time.

[@bassbuckmaster]

Purple Slider 6" works great for bass fishing, now I got to go fishing. Thanks

[@yulfrequentflyer936]

Guess the deep part in the surf is actually the current of water outflowing from the shore, it has usually more fish since the out current brings food in form of crustaceans , smaller fish and plants from shore

[@chantaldespres8547]

love your videos..I've learnt so much.

[@PearlDrummerFTW]

Nice video. I believe there is a poll feature on KZbin. I remember seeing a video with one.

[@wingrovedl]

Not that I wanted to down vote ya, but, you asked me to give a answer to a question I already knew the answer to. Nice video. Up vote for the video.

[@georgeforeman89]

I live on the Central Coast, and the Gulp bait has ALWAYS produced. The perch went off last year like crazy- it was actually difficult to find the Gulp sand worms in some stores because it was THAT good. Admittedly, I haven't had a chance to get out and fish this year (crying on the inside), but I would bet that the Gulp would produce just the same. Also, based on what I have seen, I think the Carolina rig produces far more than the 2 hook and sinker rig- no hard proof to back that up, though. All that said, I would absolutely rather spend money on the Gulp than pile worms any day of the week.

[@joosonkim538]

Hey, just saw the video.... do you think which bait was on the bottom or top made a difference? Strike zone...?

[@cyborgyak-o-thonrex6900]

I could never dislike one of your videos anyway :)

[@fishinfreak4374]

You have to take into consideration that the pile worm caught the bigger fish, while the sandworm caught all the little fish.

[@naturetech9983]

Thanks man, really nice video!

[@yasuoo4334]

Nice fishing video! That lady at 10min mark looks familiar! I do a lot of surf perch fishing in in Northern CA and a lady like her usually goes to the place where I go..

[@GridlockUchiha24]

Low key dog ik it's old but honestly I can't pick especially bc that real af I ain't never heard someone say put a dislike u da realist 💯💯

[@bigworm5479]

Blood worms work the best! I got a bunch perch with them!!!👍🏻👍🏻

[@charmnGUY]

I was routing for the live worms, there's so many factors...position of the two bait (top vs. bottom), time of day and setting the hook early or late! Just my 2 nonsense :-)

[@jaedenbrown9177]

Is it me or this guy is so good at fishing and being confident

[@MachiriReviews]

I love your vids too much. Cannot dislike. Live bait it is.

[@randMcnally16]

it's funny I was using both one day, they both worked surprisingly equal.

[@richardmacias3994]

I subscribed just because of your reading the beach tip.

[@harrisonmcalonan1447]

Low key just watched like 12 of your vids I like em

[@thelocalangler]

hey bud i recently subscribed to your channel cause you have cool videos. a lot of your videos seem to feature you fishing the coast obviously and use the pyramid weights and the coin weights. i haven't seen all of your videos yet but noticed when you fishing in the rocks and such i never see you snag or is that just edited out? how do you deal with snags in fishing among's all those rocks?

[@brakaner2703]

Good video as always !

[@michaelpatrick]

I can't bring myself to dislike one of your videos but I gotta go with the gulp worms. been using them for years and they work soooo good on perch.

[@karlwooduk]

we call them ragworm here in uk and we use bait elastic to hold them on the hook, works great they stay in place

[@redcedar6209]

@fisherman's life what model of watch is that? Looks like some kind of diver.

[@oaktownboi1234]

When hooking the pile worm you only hooked it twice ? When moving up the worm & I was having trouble moving it up the line using with a snell knot and circle hook.

[@skipmontesjr]

I use gulp all the time and outfish all the people on the boat.... Gulp is way better and if the live bait wins I would be shocked..

[@FishermansLife]

You were right!

[@Dinosaurthingything]

michael montes what about with fresh water? i have never used live bait, and this is a quite lively pond, but still.. the bass never bite any berkley bait. even Rapala can't hook them... any advice?

[@skipmontesjr]

Hi TheGaming Hybrid .... I have only used the Gullp white twister tails (little white nymphs) for bluegill and crappie and they worked great but I don't fish freshwater too often so I am not the guy to ask for sure.... Frankly the time I did fish freshwater you could have just put in a plain old hook with nothing on it and probably caught just as many fish...

[@leverage9]

love using the sandworms from Berkely gulp - pile worms never hold and are expensive. I've had stripers and halibut hit the bait as well. Great video

[@isaiah9158]

I like the idea of mystery tackle box

[@LifeofNaturalFoods]

Wow very awesome.

[@jsthemess3283]

AWESOME REVIEW MATE!!!! LOVE IT!!!

[@YING7777]

I met a dude in so cal a couple of years ago and he was using the Berkeley sand worms and he caught a whole bunch of perch. He told me that his buddy got a full bucket the day before.

[@ilovehunting8460]

Great report. Thanks

[@nickhetzer2744]

i dont ever watched one video from you but i couldnt dislike it because i never dislike bevore i viewed the whole video

[@aaronl2316]

I don't wanna dislike the video but I think Berkley is gonna do better. hope I'm right. back to the video!!!!

[@lindamacchi3553]

I like the challenge dude can you do it again plz

[@rolszew2]

Couldn’t the result be confounded by the position in the water colum? They were at different depths the whole time, right?

[@jamieh4133]

Just curious if how high off the bottom the lure or bait was, made an impact

[@robbienguyen3683]

to my surprise the fake pile worm for me, they didn't had any live bait at the shop so we went with it. We caught two keepers striped bass! We should fish sometimes, I live in the easy bay!

[@samlee2944]

Hello, what rod and reel set up are you using? Thank you

[@RustyDevilsArmory]

Matt can you make a video explaining how to tie that rig I'm 13 and I'm trying to get into fishing and it's hard to understand some things so me and all the other noobies would appreciate a series that would teach us how to tie certain rigs and how to fish.as always I love the vid :)

[@FishermansLife]

Ok i'll make a video in the future about rigs to tie.

[@RustyDevilsArmory]

Awesome. thanks and have a good day

[@tonydelapena9496]

I'm just getting into surf perch and striper fishing. Can you do a video on spinning rigs and line ? Pole length , power ratings , and line weights for ideal surf fishing