Two MASSIVE Fish! Wrapped in a BANANA LEAF!! *Must try recipe!!!*

[@beairmann]

“Life is good. As long as you’re alive, and you’ve got tomorrow, life is good” -Fishermans Life

[@Senorzilchnzero]

Life is good if life is already good. Meaning.. Third world country chaps might highly disagree with your statement. But I do admire the enthusiasm.

[@JsilntParkour90]

@@Senorzilchnzero Depends on your mindset, not saying the quality in life is the best in third world countries but they have the ability to change it as best they can.

[@Yace]

@@JsilntParkour90 But they seem alot happier and friendlier than inhabitants in first world countries

[@JsilntParkour90]

@@Yace again, depends on how they live. But I do agree, some people in third world countries only focus on the simple necessities in life.

[@jakehildebrandt4296]

" even better when you got a big fish!"

[@coreydenton8296]

David is the best bro to bring fishing. He's always so stoked for you no matter what you catch lmao. He's your hype man

[@Lukeyboy12345]

Absolute Sickkent

[@Wailuku43]

I’ve been having a rough time mentally, and in that moment of difficulty I remembered I turned to Fisherman’s life when I was at my worst a couple of years ago. In this dark moment, I brought up KZbin to watch old videos since I had been all caught up, and to my surprise - a brand new video. Now I get to forget about the bad. Thank you for providing this content, not only does it inspire me to get out, but it gives me comfort and appreciation of being alive.

[@manuelmachado7502]

Always be thankful, even for your life challenges, they become lifes lessons learned, and it will make you confident that whatever comes up, will be another life lesson learned. In the end, without money and material, EVERYBODY is equal!!!!! Look at what this pandemic has brought! People are living simple lives now, camping, fishing, riding bikes and actually spending time with family being overall happier. It has brought busy life do’ers, workaholics etc.... back to every mans beginnings which is nature and simplicity. People never realized how therapeutic and wonderful nature is...ive been on that dark side, friend. Whatever challenge you have been and are facing, NEVER EVER forget you ARE special, this is a crazy world we live, someone needs you.......

[@trehype2677]

Stay strong bro there’s beauty in the struggle

[@techpbfan96]

I think you may benefit from this saying: “The past is no more; the future not yet. Nothing exists except the here and now. Our grand business is not to see what lies dimly at a distance, but to do what lies clearly at our hands." Times may be difficult now but as others say: "Life is good as long as you're still here and will be here tomorrow." When I had se very difficult times I first turned to self destructive behaviors but then turned towards self improvement and philosophy. I am near the end of these difficult times but am still working on it. I hope you may find something that helps you very soon.

[@Syzygy77]

Hang in there man

[@JudeDeras]

we all already died and are in heaven now if you cant be stoked for the opportunities... fuckkkkkk that suckkkkssss

[@ricebowl3522]

“Made by the -master baiter-“😂😂😂

[@williambenner5550]

They are a real company that have a rad channel on KZbin. They will fish in the most dangerous looking places in Northern California. Their soft baits are dam good.

[@williambenner5550]

That black rockfish was huge, not the state record (which is nine pounds 2 ounces) but very nice! I will have to start using banana leaves. I knew about using them, just never had.

[@marlofigures5833]

he looks so bothered when shouting them out lmao

[@lenlen143]

Lol!! I came here to see if anyone said this🤣🤣

[@stevekain4707]

they can upcharge their products 30% just for the brand name lol it's brilliant

[@nickf3683]

Black rockfish fall in the category of “pelagic” species of rockfish and are moderately long lived species. Most fish you catch are around 7-30 years old in Alaska. If the max recorded length for a Black was 27.6 inches and yours was a solid 20, I would speculate your fish is around 21-25 years old. As fish progress in age, they tend to focus more of their energy towards reproductive fitness as opposed to trying to get bigger like younger fish. This is just a guess lol. If you really want to age your fish you can extract the ear bone (otoliths) out of your fish and try to count the rings.

[@oreotuylubamya6297]

wow

[@MScooter]

Thanks for the insight. I will consider this if i ever get to the West coast to fish

[@earvincunanan9076]

Thanks handsome young padawan

[@philkessel548]

the Philippines record is a 33 inch black rockfish

[@nickf3683]

@@philkessel548 The black rockfish (Sebastes melanops) is endemic to the Pacific Northwest . Could be possible that you are describing another fish that looks similar! There is definitely rockfish species in the Philippines, just not this specific one.

[@ow50s4]

Everyone needs a "Dave" in their life. What a great pal to go fishing with and share the spoils at the end of the session.

[@jullianmolina8842]

Girlfriend : “I think he’s cheating on me 😞😭😢” Bf: “ aren’t onions so cool how they are formed layer by layer” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@guillermosmith5575]

LOL🤣

[@liebe1850]

😂😂

[@nataliarodriguez6120]

I’ve been watching you for years and you’ve inspired my husband and I to take up fishing! We are loving it and we’re doing our best but have failed to even get one bite! It would be great if you could do a basics “where to start” video - please help!

[@andychristian1621]

Sounds beautiful

[@angeldelgado4992]

Just went to the store and picked up some new gear that I'm pumped to try out. I watch all the videos and try to learn the techniques, but a basics video would be pretty awesome. I just KZbin the different knots mentioned and get hands on. Thinking of starting with the jetty's first before finding cliffs lol Matt's definitely inspired a lot of people to get outdoors 👍

[@m.t.4338]

Bringing back David and the classic Fisherman's Life music!

[@snakeriverfisher]

no dont use Dave Again hes a tool

[@trappy8682]

@@snakeriverfisher People still remember that one time he guilt tripped Matts into releasing a keeper all because he didn't catch the first fish lol. Very strange.

[@TheOnyxDynamo]

@@trappy8682 OH Yeah!!! I almost forgot about that, lol.

[@MrCybersnow]

David reeling sounded like he was tiring more than the fish: "Aaaargh" "Yaaarh" "Aaaarh"

[@alibentz8692]

Pirate talk. 😂

[@snakeriverfisher]

constapation

[@kevinchang522]

man when the white guy ask for rice n Asian guy ask for bread wtf

[@sarahs9381]

@@alexxenaosas2416 bro i bet you were you that white kid in kindergarten that never shared toys or anything cause your mommy Karen said you were special and didnt need to

[@imgravey]

@@sarahs9381 fucking rosted him LOL

[@pugasaurusrex8253]

@@sarahs9381 Jesus a week before thanksgiving too damn

[@ignatiusvalentinez4184]

LOL

[@Gray-ln5ls]

Lol! Thought I'm the only one who noticed what they've said. 😁

[@andrewfields8556]

Dude your encouragement about life being good is going to be such a help to someone. You don't know how your channel affects people bro. And your fishing partner is really good, super positive dude. Keep it up man, this is one of my most favorite channels...

[@bassassassinnn7459]

Black rockfish record is a little under 10 pounds for those who were curious.

[@pekanpi434]

That is toad!! 10lbs is a lot deliciousness!!

[@sundstrom193]

9 pounds 2 ounces, so that rockfish that he caught is roughly half the state record

[@bassassassinnn7459]

@@sundstrom193 yup.

[@bassassassinnn7459]

@Jason Reyes seeing as how their environment is from Baja California up to Oregon, it actually is the world record at 9 lbs 2 ozs. Oregon has a record of 4.84 lbs.

[@ThydaCookingTV]

Cool friend

[@NWFishingSecrets]

Bro that lil creepy bug tho. Imagine letting it latch on all the way 👀

[@thomasbrant1564]

Yo when do you think you’ll post?

[@kennethhorne7469]

Reminded me of my ex... That was definitely a parasite... 🤮

[@kayagorzan]

Indeed

[@Mr.Scootini]

Facehuggers are real: confirmed ✅

[@seppuku6230]

@@kennethhorne7469 LOL

[@bigbillster1]

Your videos are so inspiring. My 2 little boys who are 8 and 6 love your videos and we watch them every night. I use to camp and fish literally every day and haven't been in about 10 years due to work and kids and life, up until about a month ago my boys were begging me to go so I got my license and have been going trout fishing every weekend since. We live in Oregon and are actually going crabbing next weekend at the coast. Thank you for the awesome videos and getting me back into fishing and inspiring my boys to get out and try new things.

[@qbeauty9291]

I like the camera on the fishing line “gotta be quicker than that” when the fish was chasing

[@AMartins]

i just wanted to say i’ve been watching you for almost 2 yrs and you never fail to entertain and educate me, ly man keep up the dope vids!!

[@FishermansLife]

Thanks for that support bro! Super appreciative 🙏

[@BBoyWassabi]

This is how my grandmother who passed away made the fish all the time I love stuffing the fish with Thai peppers cilantro shallots and mint wrap it in banana leaf and foil and cook over charcoal

[@BBoyWassabi]

Brings me good old memories

[@ironmonkey4o8]

Matts: "If you had this with some bread....I bet sourdough bread would go well with this..." David: "What you need is some...some sticky rice." My dudes playing role reversal. lol

[@slurpyman20]

David obviously hangs out with asians to know the importance of sticky wice

[@jimichill1]

Soon as he said sticky rice I was ooooo Yeap Yeap Fire Lol

[@Elithia.m]

@@slurpyman20 I bet you he’s married to an Asian lady

[@Arguing101]

@@Elithia.m 3 month necro and just wanted to say David is just a well-traveled, awesome human being and literally says he learned this stuff when he was travelling

[@Redneck557]

Probably the best fisherman in my opinion

[@cfishernb]

I believe I read a page about longest living animals and rockfish were like 7 out of the 25, they take a long time to grow. Some live to over 100 years old. I wouldn't doubt that big one was 30+ years old. I'm not certain at all man but I suggest releasing the small and large rockfish you catch, try to keep the medium sized. Small get to grow to breed and large breed more and have better genetics. Just a thought my man, nothing wrong with keeping a big one every once in a while. but if you ever get into a bunch of large sized fish let most of the big ones go. Your videos are awesome, I think I've followed you at least three years and your videos are some of the best I've seen. Best west coast fishing channel I follow by far. Keep it up man, I appreciate it, you inspire me to fish more and maybe someday do a west coast fishing trip. PS. Do a little research on the fish in your area regarding their age/size relation. It'll help make those decisions a lot easier because I am no expert at all. Everything I said could be wrong because trusting the internet is pretty iffy lol

[@michaelpowers9259]

I love watching yo guys bond...and eat. I smile every time you pull in a fish! Great video!...again.

[@VQiDriveM37]

Was having a bad start 2 my morning... taking a break and watch my dude to lift my spirits 😌

[@mattng110]

Gotta love David’s enthusiasm. Contagious!

[@Yace]

Any day with a Fisherman’s Life upload is a good day 👌

[@2011Mamamia]

That underwater camera is a great addition to the excitement, I am enjoying your videos very much. More Power!

[@adriantrang4610]

OH YEAH BREAKFAST WITH FISHERMANS LIFE!

[@lisaarns6501]

I LOVE the under water camera views! Thank you for investing in that technology!

[@AustinSchoenfeld-c5m]

"I'm not catching any fish so YOU guys should buy a hat" hahah love it !

[@diggity2966]

Crackin up too! Matts has a great personality! Lol

[@zakthewarcat3172]

the best time is sharing with a friend who shares your passion

[@TwistedShrapnel]

DUDE!!! I caught a 23" Ling cod today, and limited out on some Black rock fish. Great day.

[@adislacavillo5302]

Omg!! I’m literally in bed watching this after eating dinner and I’m hungry again... I’m a female who just started fishing also here in central California because of your videos. Thank you !!!!

[@mk5_jp]

Hey Matt’s. Still waiting for the day I see you fishing around here in the bay lol. Always wearing the fisherman’s life gear.👍

[@ricardodelgado8934]

Taking a dab and watching your fishing videos is the best part of my day at times man keep it the great work ! Wish I could go fishing everyday but I live in Vegas dry ass desert.

[@tjxpeditionoverland5506]

Your buddy David is hilarious.... energetic and cool guy to fish with or hangout in general.

[@wyatthatcher6180]

David is the best hype man in the world, so enthusiastic!

[@aR0ttenBANANA]

That little camera is so cool. Hell I wouldn’t even be mad if it Hong was caught cus those images are interesting af

[@sadisticsaint101]

Man your videos are getting me through this pandemic, thanks for the vids man, keep up the deliciously buttery work.

[@Limeayy]

24:07 Matt: "Good day today" David: "Good day my friend" Hiro: "Good Afternoon"

[@henrygarrison1613]

The catch n cook was soooo good..... we watched it 2 times..... great video! You are blessed! Soooooo good and informative! Best channel by far! Omgeezy

[@bryan1468]

I looked on google. Rockfish can live up to 120 years and may take 15-25 years to reproduce. They are very slow growers and can get to 25 inches long! The one you caught is probably around 25-30 maybe? Just my guess. That thing was beautiful!

[@alexjay8257]

Between you and Ace videos I've been watching way too much fishing this week and not doing enough of it lol.

[@takeflight4666]

Glad David didn’t tell u to put the fish back this time 😂

[@trappy8682]

That was annoying as hell omg, don't remind me lol. He was all salty cause Matts had the first catch.

[@chancesimmons8114]

Hahaha thats a dub there we go with that bay talk again. what a day both my favorite youtubers posted a video today what a treat thanks@fishermanslife

[@HappyMealDeal]

24:28 David “Sticky Rice” goes with everything yo! Where da Papaya Salad at yo!? 😜

[@SSGKeo]

He know wassup lol

[@greyziedaddy9853]

Lao represent

[@johnnykham3501]

Hell yeah some thum muk hoong!!!

[@brandondb2690]

😂 And 4:26 master baiter 😂 🤣🤣🤣

[@noexceptions5831]

Somehow it makes me happy to see you putting your fishes in those little natural wells. I'd like to see them swimming inside those wells more.

[@HusnyIT]

in Indonesia, especially in West Sumatera, we call this food "palai"

[@slacktide_angler]

Or Ikan pepes

[@HusnyIT]

@@slacktide_angler wkwkwkwk...mantap bro

[@joeyskoden9169]

Mantapp

[@jeffpho7842]

Wow, that looks so GOOD! Banana leaves retains all the juices and moisture.

[@kennethhorne7469]

Ah yes, There’s Master Miyagi, Master Yoda, and The Master-Baiter... 😂

[@dimasprimacahyadi9136]

Whenever I see sambal I'll click like. That thing is magic. You should also try Kecap Manis when you grill. The caramelization using both ingredients is out of this world.

[@CoalCoalJames]

FYI: Nothing wrong with cooking in aluminum foil, the myths come from cheap imitation's that give off nasty odors and sometimes nasty chemicals into the air and also from literal burning of regular tinfoil. So as long as you're not being stupid it's fine up to several hundreds of degrees on an open flame or coals and in the oven~ (always read the packaging to be safe rather than sorry).

[@gipsasl]

You really need to do more research before dropping comment like this. It's not a myth,it's a fact that cooking with foil or aluminium utensils on high temperature or acid foods or both can leach aluminium in the food.

[@tategaby1539]

Filip source?

[@turinreza]

@@gipsasl Aluminum is ingested through food, water and medication. However, most of the aluminum you ingest is passed in feces and urine and is not considered harmful.

[@gipsasl]

@@turinreza I agree, however if you increase the amount of aluminium in your body and using aluminium utensils or foil for cooking can contribute to that,the body can't discard all of the extra accumulated aluminium=unhealthy amount of aluminium in your body which can have negative effects in a long run. And that can happen with other metals too like mercury,copper,zinc...etc. I'm only saying that people need to be weary of those things and not make assumptions. Go,do a proper research and then speak.

[@gipsasl]

@@tategaby1539 I can give you many sources, however you should do your own research.

[@moocow2394]

1 minute in after you explained that recipe I’m already excited for all those herbs and spices. Cant wait to see the end product. Sounds amazing

[@potatoescarrots9628]

That back ground music gave me memories I didn't even know I had

[@FishermansLife]

😂 good way to put it

[@olivershemtov6523]

The best way to start the day with Fisherman's Life

[@thenickdean]

Black rockfish typically don't mature and start reproducing until they're 5-7, and for a rockfish to grow to 20 inches its probably about 20-30yrs old

[@thenickdean]

@davidl0917 do your research buddy, clearly don't know what you're talking about

[@alibentz8692]

I don’t know why I haven’t seen any videos of you lately but it’s nice to see you. ♥️ I started fishing this year because of you. Unfortunately I live about 6 hours away from the coast but I can’t wait to fish on the coast.

[@kingofthelurkers5989]

He seems like a really cool guy to be friends with

[@fawkeeenset]

This channel always brings smile

[@nathanmata6450]

I don’t know how long it takes a black rockfish to grow but I know that it takes about 7-8 years for a calico to get 12 inches

[@concos3727]

More like 12 inches at 6 years and 15 inches at 10 years.

[@llspacemonkeyll]

Check your facts

[@betzaidavazquez5579]

Life Is Good Fisherman's Life ! Awesome Video, Great Food, Fun catches and Good times with Friends. Thanks for sharing, Awesome catch on the black fish ✨👍😍🎣

[@진석기시대]

Next video! Plz.

[@그뚜-w1k]

형....여기서 뭐해?

[@A-TeamOffRoad]

Dude that recipe looked BOMB! I think the one thing i enjoy about your videos is that you’re pretty much narrating the entire time. You def give David Attenborough and Morgan freeman a run for their money.

[@gothchiha]

fisherman's life using an actual filet knife? impossible

[@nonameleftgdmmint]

That's 2020 for you

[@llspacemonkeyll]

He's a perpetual noob.

[@blackicicle]

There's nothing like spending the day fishing with someone who lives fishing as much as you do.

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Most rockfish are slow growing I would guess a 20” is easily over 15 years old

[@mikey1565]

Man that good friend of yours is such an awesome guy! More blesings to the both of you!🤗❤️

[@benkihada]

Pass the banana leaves on top of a flame, to make it “tear proof” when you fold them later. 🤓

[@garrett6304]

I love the underwater footage!

[@danbermudez7563]

The master baiter, that words reminds me of gordon ramsay, when he get pissed by a guy who cook a fish, he said that this is master cheff not master bait 😂

[@brandondb2690]

Is it on KZbin 😂?

[@pedrolguzmanjr.1621]

Good Afternoon bro, you two have a wonderful Day n catch a lot of them n have Fun

[@warrenlee7064]

David has lost so much weight !!

[@tribalchav5363]

yeeeeee, found another with david. U guys are great!

[@DUDEfreestyle]

David knows his south east asian food mentioning sticky rice. I can tell he's a fan of Thai/Laotian cuisine.

[@carolynnguyen4028]

Loving the underwater action

[@BakcPakcZo]

“Master baiter” 😂🤦🏽‍♂️

[@chrisy.8789]

That looks soooo delicious! My mom and grandma would cook food in banana leaves. This video made me very hungry.

[@xpreholding-9984]

Where is that spot at

[@chocochinex]

Love the underwater footage mat!!! always stay safe!!!! =D keep up the good work!!!!

[@2244Trav]

I want to go ocean fishing but I'm to broke to go lmao

[@Garchobie123]

Crab season coming up! Can get a saltwater rod for $40 at dicks sporting goods, crab snare $10, squid or mackerel for bait ($7) and a tall beer at $3

[@itzyabui]

@@Garchobie123 don't forget the reel and line haha

[@b1ankb1ank37]

I always love the under water cam it's really cool

[@FishermansLife]

This is the Salmon trip with ChrisPFish. Hoping to get out there one more time before the season closes! Have this new special recipe I want to try that I thought of the other night. Y'all the best! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZOxhmiknZ6kq6c

[@01Billum]

Love the informative side of all your videos 🤙 always waiting for ur next post 🎣

[@phenguin9144]

David looks a little tired and like he lost weight. Didnt have as much energy as usual.

[@joefiq9852]

He looks like he lost a lot of weight. Usually it's related to health problems. I hope he's okay

[@tashey1203]

David is bae I’m sure he was great behind the camera

[@kjc4779]

I know i noticed the same! Hope he's ok too!

[@teridaly2267]

I fish in New Mexico. Going to be visiting in Northern California in a couple of weeks. Wanted to get an idea of the types and varieties of seafood in this part of the ocean, rules, regulations on catching takes and open seasons, as well as the equipment needed. Your videos are very informative. thank you.

[@romi3735]

I feel like David lost lots of weight

[@christianfilloux]

What an epic shot right off the bat with the under water cam!!!! epic

[@SoloFishingST]

متحمس

[@joshallison6386]

I already know this is gonna be amazing btw it’s 2:00 am in the morning waiting for this

[@ogoe_joeoutdoors1088]

Aluminum oxide has been linked to alzheimer's. Although that news doesn't sit well with many corporations using aluminum and so the waters have been muddied in that case. The sad part is that aluminum oxide is the active ingredient in most deodorants in use today. Yeah Banana leaves are excellent for cooking. My mom makes tamales using the leaves as a casing.

[@zachhuesmann8244]

Aluminum oxide in deodorant and other body products is only dangerous if you have kidney problems. As long as you have good kidneys to filter it out of your body you’re fine.

[@earonabernathy3289]

I get so hungry every catch and cook you do!

[@thatcobradude4496]

*I would've released that big rockfish if it was me*

[@danielnguyen3810]

Agreed, it'll be good for the ecosystem. But, I can't blame the man, he caught it. It's his choice to do what he wants with his catch.

[@brodudemanbro]

Dave is my favorite guest on your show

[@denoall]

3:00 I wanna feel that tongue again big one this time That's what she said! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joefiq9852]

Sorry to ruin it for you dude but i think he said 'thump'

[@PhotonChief]

Man, that was some prime underwater footage this video. It was great!

[@ratmaster5]

I don’t like David

[@louiemartinez7796]

I’ve never ever seen a black rockfish that big! Absolute beast

[@Transcona]

David is such a cool friend to have.

[@rbrooke2379]

Lovely video. Classic FL. I really like the underwater shots!

[@bigbkeepitreelfishing]

I cant wait to make this recipe at home with my fresh water catches. Well done guys. Great video.

[@phiology1983]

Love when you add the underwater footage