Fishing with The Best in the West (ft. Damian Thao)

Multi perspective day with the best kayak angler on the West coast, Mr. Damian Thao.
Damians channel - / dthao92
Damian's Baits
Blade bait 1 - bit.ly/3wiZe5Y
Blade bait 2 - bit.ly/3UoemK6
Jig - bit.ly/304MPDt
…and trailer - bit.ly/2XIzvXr
Spoon - bit.ly/3uQ7x8k
C-Rig bait - bit.ly/3FSQfiV
My A-Rig setup
A rig - bit.ly/3eye5Fo
Baits - bit.ly/3AZCtH6
Jig heads (1/4 oz) - bit.ly/3ktlGEV
Other Gear
Portable trailer - amzn.to/3Uv1j9P
Hitch mod to the Dolly - P: 401-683-0427
Bait Covers - bit.ly/3rbOQcP
Rod Carrier - bit.ly/32iGt4
Wet shoes - amzn.to/3DcqZku
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THE KAYAK - bit.ly/3aZrlhd
Premium Kayak cover - bit.ly/3E7rkU5
MOTOR
Kayak Motor (and kit) - amzn.to/3ri3wsc
Battery (code “DARKHORSE” for 15% off) (bit.ly/3KfH9ME)
Rudder foil - bit.ly/3nyCxaJ
CAMERA SETUP
GoPro 10 - amzn.to/3RjuvPk
Memory Cards - amzn.to/2XxIGEc
External Power pack for Chesty - amzn.to/36cI3GT
Chest mount - amzn.to/38nbVlB
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Music Credit:
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*above are associate links

[@ninersman8064]

Good one

[@dizzydaddy000]

Nice vid! DT got his PB Rock.

[@ron2893]

A cool learning video

[@cencalfishing5469]

The great beast from South East Asia

[@morganswisher1937]

When I first met Damien, he was catching fish right in front of me and I had only caught 1 dink. I was amazed and just sat there watching a master. Then he said "One of these days, I'll have to get a fishfinder" WOW, even with no electronics, That's natural talent!

[@wadebassfishing5127]

very cool

[@Freshmanger2009]

The legends fishing together again. Amazing to see Damian getting some recognition. He works hard and fishes harder.

[@Bond-gz6vg]

Dude is the bass professor.

[@tylerperez8755]

I love Greg but Dam on another level. Think Greg would agree

[@jeffc2630]

Two different style fishermen, Damian offshore and graphing. And Greg shallows and banks! Both have their place, and the waters Damian generally fishes what seem to be reservoirs, deep and clear where Greg mostly Delta, shallow and stained where a graph doesn't help as much! Looks like Greg's winding up to get a Live or forward facing unit soon, that'll be a fun ride!

[@polychris5961]

Two legends in the game. Greg for putting us all in kayaks and bringing so much popularity to the platform. And Damian just because the man is flat out sick with the stick. He’s a beast. And what a treat it is to see them both together

[@jamesher7835]

Was waiting on seeing this collaboration

[@toddbrown1493]

Let's go GB!!!

[@Hbkgizmo]

The humbleness from you two is what make you guys great.

[@chasenash3862]

He is good on that livescope

[@brandonmerideth5450]

“Clear skies no wind it’s hard to get a bite” as he proceeds to catch like 20 fish! 😂😂 I love that guy he just had what I would consider to be an amazing day for me lol shows the difference between and average angler and a real professional

[@DoubleBogeyBass]

More of these! 2 of the best!

[@bigmac183]

i follow Damian too. Damian Thao = Deep Water Surgeon!! Always great content Greg!

[@thatsnothowitworks7910]

He PUTS WEIGHTS IN HIS FISH!!! just kidding love Damian and you Greg!! Love the videos

[@BrandonHua.Fishing]

100% enjoyed watching this video. Two sticks in the game 🔥

[@tasmoua]

That's basically how my day 2 went fishing next to Damian Thao during the YAB TOC. Dudes definitely the best Westcoast Bass Angler just wait until he gets a Bass boat

[@garycox6169]

Your no slouch yourself.rather than a 6th sense I'd say its genetic

[@db9818]

I’ve fished next to both of you on my home lake, I held my own but still couldn’t catch up to either one of you.

[@JDiaz559]

You and Greg should do a collab. Would love to see that too

[@dtack777]

Bryant Smith lives in California.

[@chunkchasers]

Greg Blanchard Damien Thao And Tas Moua Collab Video , On The Delta 🔥🔥🔥 ???

[@FishMan-gw2or]

Yo this dude Damian is a beast how does he only have 17k subs on KZbin?? We need to get this man up to the 100k+ area for sure. Super awesome video GB!!

[@biga7655]

Gotta have personality on camera

[@LettuceLand]

Just compare them to greg’s quality and its obvious

[@pmm422]

When ever his videos come out I instantly watch them and I pay real close attention to what he does and says because there is obviously a ton of info worth learning.

[@lespaulguitarist92]

because Damian's youtube is still new. Greg has been making videos for years and years to get to where he's at.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

I'm sure he'll get there if he wants to. Dude works full time and other than tournaments doesn't even really fish which is nuts lol

[@myy29]

Been watching and following Damians channel since the first time he's a fantastic fisherman

[@poststalone1496]

Damien's early vids fishing H pond and Sycamore island in Fresno got me interested in bass fishing. Greg's videos got me to get kayak. I appreciate both of you

[@andrewmazaik8407]

You two collaborating are my favorite videos

[@michaelbrooks6976]

Live scope is the x factor

[@brynenichols3144]

I liked that conversation editing Greg. Going back and forth with the audio was smart!

[@johnnychingas3822]

Crazy hw Damian be snatching them up Love you Greg but Homie is a natural beast

[@Danxiong]

4:46 - 5:21 That’s not luck lol that’s knowledge!!

[@johndigby8963]

Two of my fav fisherman together, great show. thanks

[@hankcogburn2600]

Great video. Apparently I need to step up my game as well. I use zero electronics. It might be time to make that next step.

[@randallpinkfloyd7225]

Damian putting on an offshore clinic. That guy is a super efficient fishing machine. Impressive regardless of conditions!

[@Austin_Torres]

Two great anglers. Nice video. I’ve met both guys they are humble respectful and very knowledgeable. Lots of time in the water between these two dudes.

[@vanglor4463]

Wow! Credit given where its due 🤙applauds to both guys 👏👏👏

[@EmericaStar91]

Always good to see Greg and Damien fish together..2 totally opposite fisherman but to each there own have there own great skills set.

[@MJ_Bass]

I think it’s time for the livescope Greg. While it will be a bit of a learning curve, this video clearly shows the different of casting at specific offshore fish, vs casting at areas where fish were on regular sonar.

[@BobbyOfEarth]

Fishing is a thinking man's sport and throughout my tournament years, I created a belief that successful bass fisherman have a greater visual library for what they're feeling while on the water, based on what's happening around them. Visual conformation always precedes the hookset from those spontaneous/random casts. It's what separates the winners from those who fail to recognize the potential.

[@leexiong2672]

Love watching competitors fish together and not holding secrets cause for fishing its all about techniques and a lot of luck just like you guys say...thanks for a great video guys

[@Somechonchon]

Nice!!! Do more collabs with Damien!!!

[@johnolivas9984]

Nice to see another video with you and Damian....Thanks for sharing..

[@ThrillFishing]

I've started watching Damian's videos awhile back and have found that he is incredibly knowledgeable. He knows where to look. Some people discredit him because he has live imaging but I can assure you it doesn't mean you'll just find and catch fish, I'd know lol

[@rickylee2921]

His vision is unteachable

[@mikewimmer4614]

Friggin AllStar video. Two of the best in the nation. Thanks guys for the awesome video!!!

[@jeremyowen1]

I think he's just incredibly knowledgeable and understands the movement of fish very well. I don't really believe there's any sixth sense going on. If anything, claiming he has a sixth sense just takes away from the knowledge and skill he's accumulated. He also had equipment you didn't have. Luck definitely plays a role in everyone's day but I don't think he got lucky in almost every tournament he fished. He's just too humble.

[@thatfishingnoob]

Damian said himself luck plays somewhat a factor, and GB disclaimed that pro fishermen know the fish and have knowledge. Maybe this 6th sense is a subconscious gut feeling based on years of experience that helps track down fish or have that intuition of the switch up and “last cast” scenarios like Damian had.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

For sure and I agree. I was just saying he has the knowledge, skill AND that X-factor that will put him on top most of the time.

[@bicyclethief]

6th sense and gut instinct is just what we call decisions based on non-concrete knowledge and experience

[@Fishingbayarea]

Some say damian is part human part bass.

[@mrmalone28]

Even a blind duck quacks in the dark.

[@swimbaitninja4761]

Greg you’re a beast as well. You hang with the guys with livescope with a raymarine lol. I don’t know how you feel about the livescope but it was a game changer for me. You should look into one!

[@GetSomeFuker]

Time for that sonar! Hows the poll going. Damian will be a great teacher at that. God stuff greg

[@rafabonati7757]

I subscribe to both of your channels, and I find it interesting to watch the different techniques used in the same tournaments. The tailspin appeared to be most productive in this outing and also in the Tournament for Damian.

[@mikem8502]

It’s fun to watch two different guys with two different styles and how they gameplay and attack.

[@phengvue999]

Damian Thao, central valley's beast....been following this guy when he was still using a hand paddle yak. You are both great fisherman. 👍

[@kennightingale516]

Dang! D out fished the Gregger. I love watching him fish structure. I don't like forward facing sonar but it gives you a different look to see what the fish are doing. Maybe you should get the FFS for your show so you can see how fish react to different baits. Great vid as always Greg. Have a great week.

[@josephvillalobos09]

Two incredible guys out there just doing the thing. Great video

[@fishnrc294]

Greg your take on having a fifth sense for fishing I believe is 100% true. It’s no different then say a carpenter you can be trained with the best techniques & tools but it’s that special ability that makes them a Craftsmen & that is way different then a carpenter. It’s on another level. I’ve seen it in all walks of life. Growing up my parents had a ability to plant & grow anything with what seemed little effort. I’ve had that ability & remember growing up & catching fish when no one else was. Not so much now😂 but it exists a call it what you will it’s just a feeling a Sense. And he says it’s luck Ha! No way when you watch him fish he puts 100% into every cast every presentation. And more & more you see in the end technique & presentation is what catches fish. Thanks for another great video I love that it came out on Sunday.

[@niknotster25]

Two of my favourite anglers in one video!

[@koconnor418]

Greg I hope to see you and Damien at the team event next weekend. Glad to see you are out of your slump, tight lines.

[@spotlightinspect5540]

Damien also excels at offshore fishing and moving baits. It’s more than having livescope. His understanding of it is impressive. I love how he uses a hodgepodge of everything!

[@JohnRamosBrand]

Definitely my two favorite favorite fisherman whether it be kayak or bass boat or bank!

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Greg, I was waiting for you guys to do another trip out together. Two great kayak anglers, and it's always epic to watch and learn. With fishing, the kayak add-ons, new baits, equipment etc. Greg you talked about replicating. I watch you both. You guys are both fish very different styles. You've won some big tournaments over the years, and if not, still place well. Especially that Big Bass Brawl. Making that top ten, to be on that stage last season. You both put in the time, practice, and research. And I could go on and on. You're both mentors, and respected with this growing sport. 🙏 😎 🎣

[@Fishingbayarea]

Damian thao sighting!

[@travisbruno1988]

Ive been watching damien since you introduced us to his channel..he is an amazing angler

[@melvinmariott8609]

I watch both of ya'll on here all the time.

[@fongxiong1]

Always nice to see 2 great anglers fishing together. Congrats to DT for AOY

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

Dam such a humble dude seems cool to fish with you lucky to have all those cool fishing buddy's G.B 👍🏿

[@Bond-gz6vg]

2 of the best. Honestly though I’d never know who Damien was if it wasn’t for Greg

[@rickylee2921]

Man legends together can’t get any better stay humble n keep fishing !!!!

[@hltsolo]

luck is a skill set some people have and some don't. but for real, damian is the best kayak fisherman in the west.

[@rthao2091]

I watch you both. Great job guys!

[@stacenhartland9777]

Graph master is what that’s all about!

[@N1nja4h1re]

Whoa!!! 2 out of 3 my favorite Kayak anglers in one video. This is definitely a great start to a day. Football can wait until I finish this video.

[@chrisgrantfishing1409]

Awesome content. A few folks on the east coast that come to mind when you think of fisherman with a 6th sense. You guys are both legends in the sport. Really appreciate you guys sharing your knowledge.

[@Cichlid_Visuals]

i like how he calls those smaller groups of hunting bass a wolf pack. very accurate description of that phenomenon

[@Longshot3531]

Game recognizes game! Two west coast legendary lip rippers.

[@skittles7001]

Some people definitely have that "Fishy" touch. You can be throwing the same lure in the same spot at the same time and wondering why he's catching 10 to your 1. Guess Damien is known locally as the fish whisperer. Greg, you are one of the hardest working young guys out there. It's always a treat to get a glimpse of what you do. You're a hell of a fisherman in your own right.

[@gilbertperez2135]

Great video as always love the content two great fisherman.

[@BindeeVangFishing]

That was super fun to watch.

[@COA_003]

When I grow up, I want to be as good as you two combined lol. Awesome video!

[@MOBBINOutdoors]

Both Legends!!

[@wgb925]

Yes Damian definitely has a 6 sense! I just kept thinking man I wish I was sitting there with you both… lol!! Great Great Fisherman but more than that a humble and a good man!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha, come on out Bill!

[@lieuchuong07]

idol

[@Yakkinoutdoors]

Love the video. Definitely need another one

[@gusrojas6500]

The two titans of bass fishing. 👍

[@johndrx165]

Great to see both of you in one video! Very cool.

[@etxpines2748]

Exactly! This is key now, FFS is more important now in tournaments and separates those who consistently win from the pack. Its not just the ability to see live but to better understand patterns and behavior, after which you can adjust and learn from. You can tell Damien has this down and is a big part of his ability to win, no luck required... Thanks for this video, you guys need to learn from each other and should fish together regularly! Damien, you would have tons more subs and views if you put out consistent content like Greg!!

[@stevenvalenti3722]

I can see why he is the best in the west. That dude seems like a really great kayak fisherman. Having a six sense and a little luck can go a long way in fishing that's for sure. great video Greg.🙂🍺

[@Abe_Sinclair]

Thao-abunga, Greg!

[@Abe_Sinclair]

Greg, you guys should have edited each other's videos, lol

[@Osprey1955]

You and Damian should come back East next year for one of the tournaments in New York.

[@jorgesanchez8658]

Damian is just a hammer. I wonder if he’d hang with the crew one tourney weekend. Be cool to see his personality off the water as well.

[@MJ_Bass]

Probably studies maps and gets a good nights sleep rather than partying 😂

[@jorgesanchez8658]

@@MJ_Bass 🤣 you’re probably correct. But I think I’d rather take the Greg Blanchard method.

[@kevingonfishing6023]

Idk man greg does all of this without livescope

[@MJ_Bass]

@@jorgesanchez8658 absolutely, I know I’m never making a living fishing, might as well have some fun

[@db9818]

@@kevingonfishing6023 😂 certainly gives an edge but Damian has been winning long before his FF sonar.

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

A couple of KZbin legends right there! 😎🎣📹👍

[@straithookedfishing]

Hey we were out there that day. We were the grey boat fishing that sunk boat when you launched and did your intro. Glad to see how your day went.

[@sonny5158]

Need more videos like this Greg. Really enjoy the perspective of other successful yakers.

[@scottbostic6247]

After a second look, I believe you had a double on the A rig. Damian is a hoss when it comes to fishing. Appreciate the video Greg as always.

[@evannelson2747]

The best collab ever!! Two absolute studs!! I’ve been lucky to meet Damian before, hoping to meet Greg someday!

[@robertavila4810]

Both great fishermen different styles Great video Greg and Damian

[@Mark-dj5qf]

Great to see great competitors working together. Awesome!

[@MSmith-jf5wo]

Damn, Man...! Two of the BEST "Left Coast" Fishermen - on the same Video...! Thanks Greg, and I could watch an Hour-Long Video of you two fishing together.

[@ACFDB2]

Ive had the same frustrations, finding the schools and trying to get them to bite. Ive had more success with smaller schools, they seem to bite for me better. But I love that spoon bite, when its on its amazing. Great videos

[@Usuario-23]

Heck yea. Two of my favorite kayakers youtubers. Awesome good morning folks.

[@legendaryyaj]

Representing the Hmong Community! Woot!

[@soneares9172]

Damian "The Bass Whisperer" Thao

[@MikesFishingAdventures]

This is how 2 great minds thinks differently and yields different results. Decisions these guys made, reflects on their results. What a great video boys!!!

[@unolove]

Two great anglers getting together and showing off the techniques to catch more fish!! amazing video! you guys really are both anglers of the year!!

[@doncoe8165]

Great video. That Damian has a sixth sense when it come to catching basd

[@stevecriss9681]

That was very cool. Learned a lot from watching the two of you fish today.

[@outdoorswithdaole5984]

You guys are both my best anglers on KZbin by far! Just love the videos and how competitive y’all can get

[@Jerms84]

Damien is such a good deep water bass fisherman

[@paulbuchan4486]

Live scope 👍 you both rock . Great video awesome channel