Fishing with GIANT BULLHEADS For Bait!! (Big Fish)

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

I caught 65 lb. Flat on a trotline,got him in the boat and noticed the hook was swallowed so I cut the line, finished running my lines weighed all my catch in all 212 lbs. The next morning I guted the flathead it had a 9 lb. Blue cat the blue cat swallowed the hook and the flat ate him head first. That was 25 yrs ago, great video

[@chasefreese]

I appreciate the Happy Gilmore reference “made out of wood real sturdy” chubbs talking about his hand .

[@tuckerphillips7337]

Exactly what I just commented, lol. Wondered if anyone else caught that

[@mikewest712]

Made me sub.

[@RiverCertified]

My favorite movie. Glad you got a kick outta that haha

[@coreyprentice9729]

Another reason to love Spencer 😂💪🏻

[@YFZMoto]

I Hope your not in all the flooding in the Midwest but at least your finally getting water to fish. Nice Flats your on too.

[@RiverCertified]

It's not too bad here right now, but the water is definitely coming. Hopefully it won't be a big deal. I appreciate the concern man.

[@randomidiot8142]

He's got a boat, he'll be fine. Had some flooding out of country give me a 3 hour delay, it was all of 5" deep. Watching yeeyee rice truck drivers get worried about water that's not even over the curb was aggravating as hell.

[@davidbigbee3556]

Excellent download and you are great at netting the fish with one hand while guiding it into the net!!! 👍🏻

[@RicardoHaruoIriguti]

Sorry, I’m late today, I was in a short golden dorado fishing trip. The more I watch your channel, the more I like the flatheads. The subtle bite, the appetite for big live baits, what an amazing catfish. Thanks for sharing, Spencer!

[@patriciapowell3824]

Sure love those Flatties Spencer. Sure enjoy your videos please keep them coming. Stay safe and God bless you and yours!!😊😊😊😊

[@RiverCertified]

That definitely makes two of us. Thanks as always, I appreciate it!

[@myronhigh3527]

Luv it when they realize their hooked!!!!!!😳😳😳😳👍😊 CONGRATS on successful trip to an old river spot from the past!😊 BEST OF LUCK on the next one, and GOD BLESS ALL!!!!!👍😊🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Virginiashadow]

Spencer treats his fishing like deer rut hunters treat their hunting for two weeks, but he fishes that hard for like 7 months a year! haha

[@BrandonBadgett]

Longer than that. He just goes south for the winter

[@jomama969]

More relatable to a waterfowl hunter in my opinion.

[@pstonedawg9576]

Big bait , big fish !!! Tight Lines Captain Spencer 🐟🐟🐟 Great Video

[@RiverCertified]

It works that way sometimes. Hope you're staying cool down there man!

[@McMurrayHatchery]

Glad to see he got a new fish finder screen. Some jerk broke the last one.

[@RiverCertified]

Haha stuff happens.

[@Piscifun]

Awesome Video!

[@RiverCertified]

I appreciate it!

[@billcotton1551]

Spencer, you are bringing the flathead magic!

[@bradleymoore8637]

Made out of wood.... real sturdy. My man, another Happy Gilmore enjoyer.

[@nikhayes3396]

How have you faired with all the flooding in the Area? I live outside of Sioux Falls between Splitrock and Big sioux, right by the speedway, and the flooding up here is crazy. went through Sioux City yesterday around 6pm just before closing down I-29, and where the big Sioux Meets the Missouri it was a huge Lake essentially all around.

[@RiverCertified]

That sucks man. We don't have too much here, but the des moines river is gonna shoot up big time, so we will see how that goes. Stay safe man.

[@nikhayes3396]

@@RiverCertified I was just down in keosauqua, IA fishing lake Sugema, my Father in Law owns some land on the Desmoins river there, but the River was moving pretty fast and pretty high, Some of my wife's family said they had caught some drum and channel cat but that is about it.

[@pedrocruz4710]

I really wanted to see that big bull head get smashed by a giant, but hey, the ones that did show up were impressive. And on the other hand, we've seen giants hit small bates on multiple times on your channels. Either way, you never disappoint, thanks Spencer!

[@TheDetroitman20]

I was hoping that big bullhead would've caught a huge one. But they were still big and beautiful. Thanks as always for making my Monday brother!! 👍🏾👊🏾✊🏾🙂💯

[@RiverCertified]

You and me both! That's flathead fishing though. Thanks for watching man!

[@TheDetroitman20]

@@RiverCertified Always. Love my tan River Certified shirt. 👊🏾🙂💯

[@skeetermalcolm1655]

Beautiful fish brother, funny that where I grew up we all called them yella bellies, enjoyed as always

[@jimharbison7589]

I didn't know what bullheads were good for till now,easy bait to catch ,another fine flathead fishing trip,thanks for the trip Spencer

[@nikhayes3396]

I really appriciate all the time effort and energy you put in to film, edit, post these videos. So great to have a local guy rubbing it in my face that I have excellent flat head and blue fishing out my back yard and haven't made the effort much in the past couple years. My son really loves fishing, we went down to Lake Sugema in Iowa for this last week and just caught a lot of little bass and crapie but... I didn't bring any of my heavier gear, and it kind of needs revamped a bit. You are the one content creator I actually would go and buy some stuff, glad you gave us a few websites and promo codes. Now that we got 10" of rain in 2 days up here, not sure what to think... How do you think that will effect the fishing long term? I know it gets the Carp all out in the shallows and Trapped, but I kind of think the reason the flathead live so long is they try to stay in the main body of water. Curious on your thoughts with all the flooding.

[@jeffbelcher4646]

Flathead make the world go round in my book

[@RiverCertified]

Amen to that.

[@randylippert6416]

Not cheep Spencer Smart 👍👍👍

[@Fishnthangz]

I like Ryan's boat...Looks small and it's dirty...reminds me of my lil Jon!!! 😂😂😂

[@RiverCertified]

It's so much fun to drive. I told him if he ever sells it, he better ask me if I want it first or we're fighting haha

[@kellyhill4410]

Thanks for the video Spencer 🤜🌟🤛🐠🐠🎣

[@RiverCertified]

You bet. Thanks for watching.

[@IEchuckie]

I was reeling in a 1lb. Bass when my rod suddenly bent over. A 3lb. bass decided to eat it 😅

[@tuckerphillips7337]

The Chubbs Peterson quote at 2:23… 😂 perfect

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you appreciate that haha

[@krissleeth6402]

Spencer you should do a video on bullheads

[@waterratlyle2590]

My experience has been the same big date. Little fish, LO l, but the second fish was a freaking tank. Well done, sir.

[@vbarranch4424]

When I cast twice to same spot I figure that's where it's supposed to be. Thanks for taking us along.😊

[@RiverCertified]

Same here.... usually haha. Thanks for watching.

[@H3yItzChris]

It’s always a good day when Spencer uploads a video 😁😁

[@RiverCertified]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@casualangler576]

No comments yet so I just wanted to let you know how much I like your videos and appreciate your channel. Keep it up

[@RiverCertified]

And I appreciate the hell outta the support. Thanks man.

[@cherrytsume]

You should try coming down the skunk sometime. Raccoon, Des Moines, and Skunk are the top 3 rivers in Iowa for big flatheads!

[@RiverCertified]

I've fished it quite a bit actually

[@egregiousblunder5395]

All the rivers are blown out right now here in the mountains, so it's time for me to chase channel rats in the reservoirs, no flatties out here unfortunately. I did have a strange occurrence with a tiny channel rat the other week, had a big pike strike at it twice while bringing it into shore, was honestly the first time i've ever seen that. Could have had me both catfish and pike nuggets in one go lol.

[@ryanfiske5892]

Great video as always man, greatly appreciate what you do! Love the Chubbs quote you slid in too.🎣🍀🤘

[@ericallison4494]

I shutter with excitement as I start this giant bait video.

[@RiverCertified]

I feel the same whenever I cast one out

[@690fishing]

Nice one dude! Monster hunting is slow here now. Was an awesome winter though.

[@justinseeger1255]

That planer board clip trick is awesome! Thank you for the tip man

[@RiverCertified]

You bet man

[@justinseeger1255]

@@RiverCertified any particular brand that you use?

[@trinityoutdoors]

Nothing makes the ol heart beat any faster than when your biggest bait get wacked. Great video

[@RiverCertified]

Absolutely. Thanks for watching!

[@johnb6084]

Every spring I fish for bullheads in Upstate NY to eat, so it cracks me up to see you using them for bait 😅. I've never catfished on purpose, hate the damn things, but enjoy watching you fish for them.

[@DryerOutdoors]

How’s Ryan been doing? Miss seeing him out with you Spencer. I actually just seen he was in my neck of the woods. Speaking of big baits I’ve used a 2# bullheads and had a 2.5# flathead try to eat him. Reeled him in and the bullhead was stuck in his mouth and the hook was a few inches away from even being in its mouth. Great video and keeps up the good work!

[@zacshepard2042]

I wish you would tell the date of your trips on your videos. Keep up the good work spencer

[@TheOutdoorsman_2]

I love your videos, especially your kayak ones!! I just got one and plan to do a couple day floats for some big uglies! Have you done any videos that goes into the specifics of why you choose a specific spot to fish?

[@ryankruger1303]

Those are some good looking bullheads😂😂😂

[@RiverCertified]

Agreed. Had to go round a few more good ones for the picture, but it just means I have more good bait.

[@StayFreeRelax]

I always love them last words.

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya do. Thank you for watching.

[@davidcarden290]

Always a great show

[@pabllam8017]

Heard Iowa was hit hard by rain. And flooding. Worried me about your safety. Take special care out there. I would have been okay eating the bait fish. Boy those were nice catch. Stay safe

[@beverlycurry4370]

Great job 👍

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks 👍

[@Oluvaschneegas2424]

Now that is a nice catfish Spencer

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you very much

[@Oluvaschneegas2424]

@@RiverCertified your welcome

[@edwardsmith7319]

Keep up the good work

[@Iwilliams444]

I need some tips Spencer for fishing a big pond with flats in it. Only structure really is rocks that only go about 3 feet off the bank then it’s just mud, deepest point is about 30 feet and I’ve tried lots of baits. I belive they are spawning tho I may be wrong🤔 so maybe bite is slower.😊

[@randomidiot8142]

Have you had an opportunity to compare stryker and sitka? I really like my sitka hoodie but I'd try a new brand for the giggles.

[@Marloncatfishing]

Glad the boat is fixed

[@zachturner3443]

Awesome video man 🎣🎣🔥🔥

[@RiverCertified]

Appreciate it!!

[@jasonrunyon2663]

Another awesome video Brother!! What brand of maine line are you using. I love the yellow color. Seems I always learn something new when I watch your videos. Keep them coming!!

[@markcaudill2572]

First comment. Lol atleast I hope it was

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton Mark! It's a hundred out today. You're keeping me stocked up on Gatorade. Thanks man!

[@markcaudill2572]

@RiverCertified sweet, glad I could help

[@HavocMaster]

Another great video.

[@RiverCertified]

I appreciate that

[@EricLee-lb9sh]

I was wondering what kind of reels you are using for thoes flatheads

[@daveallover]

Good video

[@jimg1638]

I always enjoy your videos and the all the time you put into them Are you running Rippin lips rods now

[@kyle1070]

Glad I'm not the only one constantly bouncing the bait off of structures lol.

[@donniegrover5442]

Awesomeness!!!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks!!

[@barflentigo7060]

Another banger man. Do you let the weight slide on the line or is it fixed to the swivel?

[@BowfishinpredatorBGB]

Awesome video! Hey I've been looking into the idea of the low profile baitcaster for catfishing and there are no good videos. I know that you have used them quite a bit. Any chance you can do a video?

[@RiverCertified]

I'll definitely work it into a video one of these days. I've been nothing but impressed by the Allijoz series though.

[@BowfishinpredatorBGB]

@RiverCertified thank you ill definitely check them out

[@wanderingspider8988]

Ok Spencer how and where the heck can I catch bullheads? I literally have only seen one pong in Denton TX that was stacked up with them. Otherwise where I am at now in the TX Hill Country I have never seen one much less be able to catch them for bait.

[@ErardoEster]

so good

[@jamesscott684]

HeeeeeeyyyyyyyyBauer!! 👑🎣👑🎣👑🎣👑🎣👑🎣🏆👍🏾🏆💯

[@chrisneff4864]

Monsters bro

[@expextr]

So many lines. Do you ever get them crossed and entangled?

[@HeyMoPrints]

that giant bullhead though..LOL to Spemcer he is bait to some of us he is fish tacos...LOL

[@ericallison4494]

Maybe shuttering was an overreaction. Lol Good stuff!

[@damnboyhethicc7088]

"ThReE iN tHe MoRnInG" 😂😂😂 had me dying. I wanna wake up to a bite like that too.

[@RiverCertified]

Haha it's my favorite alarm.

[@curtisfawver8655]

Used a good sized bullhead the other night. Watch my rod tip go nuts for a few minutes then one quick jerk on the line. After waiting a bit I reeled it back in and the weight was snagged but when I got it loose the bait was gone. Guess it was snagged and the flathead ripped the bait away.

[@CaseyBluestone-kt4xx]

One of your videos you talked what fishing poles you use , I use ugly stix's 6'6 or 7' 7 for catfish

[@daniels4227]

Loved the video!! Completely unrelated question: How is the super amazing off-road bicycle?! Do you still have it?

[@RiverCertified]

Dude I ride that thing all over the place. I even run my kayak shuttles with it.

[@daniels4227]

@@RiverCertified nice!! I was wondering.

[@BarnOwlProject]

Was that a temple of doom quote in the beginning? Serious question?

[@tjmurph7108]

Gg as always man!

[@RiverCertified]

Appreciate it!

[@MikesFishingHome]

He peed on my pillow, pillow flip LOL 😂rock on

[@SuperBlazain]

I’ve never been this early 😂

[@RiverCertified]

You're a legend now haha

[@SuperBlazain]

@@RiverCertified INFAMOUS!

[@PC_outdoors]

Wish I could find a pond with bulkheads here

[@RiverCertified]

They're tough to find man.

[@calvinhoward2407]

Good flat there

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man

[@FishingWithChris_Tv]

Someone is going to see this, climb that bridge and paint “bullhead was here”😂 can’t say I haven’t dented a few trees and bridges myself 😂

[@RiverCertified]

That would be legendary haha

[@tomwalters1033]

Curious what hooks you are using

[@lumenvitae4215]

Do you fish the wapsiponicon ever?

[@RiverCertified]

Oh yes

[@lumenvitae4215]

@RiverCertified any areas you recommend? I'm im NE iowa. The wapsi isn't the best up here, lot shallower and narrower, but I still pull some decent pike and channel cats out of there. I hear it's much better further south by Troy mills and such

[@TR-kg9tk]

New species. Black eyed blue gills.😅

[@RiverCertified]

🤣🤣🤣

[@bigrick7264]

U would probably catch more fish if you had a Reds hat on 😂 nice fish 🎣

[@nobodylistenstodenny]

Attaboy 👊

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Denny!

[@outdoorohio8824]

What kind of reels are those I want one now they look great

[@atuuschaaw]

♥

[@gregstroud5139]

Big baits big fish

[@rogernull6151]

I wouldn't have the hutzpah to use that big of a bait!

[@BackyardFunCountryBoy]

Nice i got a fishing channel to check it out do u have boffin where u are

[@adamdockery233]

I always hook my bullheads through the upper and lower lip. Flatheads like to eat those big baits tail first. Catfish candy

[@RiverCertified]

In current I'll lip hook them. The fish I'm trying to catch will swallow it in one bite, so the spot I hook it doesn't matter too much in that regard.

[@CaseyBluestone-kt4xx]

What size line you put on your catfish poles

[@RiverCertified]

80 lb main line, 60 lb leader for flatheads

[@CaseyBluestone-kt4xx]

Oh ok I'm using a 6'6 ugly stix with 40 main an 30 leader on a open face reel

[@CaseyBluestone-kt4xx]

An a SE spinning reel it a carp reel has 3 drags

[@rigoporras8391]

Been trying to catch something with bull heads, still no luck but I’m determined! My buddy dosent believe that I can catch one with a bullhead lol so I gotta keep trying.

[@3RiversFishingAdventures]

What is your favorite hook for big bullheads?

[@RiverCertified]

I've been using 8/0 and 10/0 sickle style hooks I order off of amazon and I like them so far. I caught a 140 lb jau on them in the amazon, so they should be good for any flathead in north america. Here's a link amzn.to/45FWPDX

[@3RiversFishingAdventures]

@@RiverCertified Thanks!

[@terryrathmel7496]

Ordered my river certified gear yesterday so it's official I'm river certified! Lol jk thanks for the great videos!!!!!o by the way 1st time I ever ordered merce! Pry not spelling that rite. But I hope u feel special!!! Lol later

[@brook512]

Whats the biggest flathead catfish you ever caught....?

[@nealecole8768]

Do blue cats eat bull head for bait..??? Thank you

[@danhandke5012]

👍👏🏻👍👏🏻👍

[@mrray7792]

I always wonder how fish eat small catfish. How does it not cut them up

[@RiverCertified]

I'm sure it does, I just don't think they care.

[@behave7583]

Maybe the Big flathead felt sorry for the little skinny guy and let him have the Big bait 😂

[@RiverCertified]

I don't have time for such charitable flatheads haha