How Many Chub?!

An afternoon spent hiking along the canal with a backpack and just a few bits of tackle leads to an exciting encounter!
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[@Osk.S57]

Jon. I love how every now and again you get back to basics. Fishing like we all started off when we were kids.

[@JonArthur]

Appreciate that thanks :-)

[@jaycfc6955]

Those chub looked like a fleet of submarines waiting to hit the open sea to look for an allied convoy 😂 Keep your spirits up, Jon ,and take care, mate

[@JonArthur]

It's an amazing sight for sure 😊

[@andyjames7164]

Can identify with a need to get out and feel the healing that nature brings. Enjoyable as per usual Jon. ❤️

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Andy 😊

[@2006amp]

Fairplay John, I too suffer from anxiety and depression, overthinking is the worst. I gave up matchfishing around 15 years ago due to having a young family and struggling to compete and manage a young family. Life can be hard, good to hear you talk about your struggles.

[@JonArthur]

Appreciate that thanks :-)

[@trevorchapman9050]

Amazing JA!!! Nothing better than walking and fishing to clear the cob webs! You are so lucky to be able to walk a stretch of water and just drop the line in, very envious!! If you ever need to talk or keep the anxiety away, just pop on here and ask for a chat, we are all here for you! If you ever need a lift to and from matches, just ask. I know the thought of getting to a venue in itself can sometimes be overwhelming, reach out! Stay strong buddy, we all appreciate you and everything you do!! Legend 👏👏👏

[@stephenpyner4156]

I totally agree with everything you said mate. My heart goes out to Jon and everyone else who suffers from anxiety

[@scottandrewjohnmiddleton8676]

Couldn't agree more

[@JonArthur]

Thanks so much Trevor

[@stevebell8552]

Hi Jon it’s good that you are talking and recognising your mental health . As blokes we don’t talk about it enough . I’ve been off work a few months now been really tough but guys like yourself and other people I follow on KZbin help . I just think of my family which helps . Ever need a chat Jon we are here for ya . Keep well mate 🙏🏻🥃

[@scottandrewjohnmiddleton8676]

Hope your on the mend mate

[@JonArthur]

Thanks so much Steve 👍

[@stephenfield4588]

Hi Jon, great video as always. I love it when you get away from the commercials, back to nature which will always help anxiety issues, sometimes it isn’t about catching fish but being in lovely environments enjoying our surroundings. You have a fabulous fan base who are there supporting you all the way. You keep us entertained and looking forward to more of your brilliant videos so please keep up the great work. Maybe one day you should organise a day out where we could all get together have fun fish and chat seems your not alone 👍 take care Jon 👍

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Stephen, I have certainly thought about arranging a day out one day in the future... although the logistics of it all stresses me out a bit ha ha!

[@stephenfield4588]

@@JonArthur 👍👍👍

[@stephenpyner4156]

​@@JonArthurthat sounds like a great idea but I can understand the stress of arranging it and I'm sure all your loyal followers don't want to give you that kind of stress so if it happens it happens if not don't worry about it as we would all understand mate

[@stephenpyner4156]

Nice little session Jon with some nice fish, sorry to hear you haven't been feeling too good bcoz of your anxiety but I hope this session helped clear your head . Thanks for taking us with you on your walk and fishing. Hope you're feeling better now and that the final went well for you mate 🎣🎣🐟🐟

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Stephen 😊

[@nathanprocter2776]

Possibly the best vid I've ever seen you do mate....back to basics, the live of being out there...awesome...takes me back to when I was a kid...brilliant, well done👍👍👍

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Nathan, hopefully you'll like my next one coming very soon then...

[@michaelgoff5231]

Another great vid Jon, you really are an incredible angler and a inspiration to all of us to get out and just enjoy our fishing, well done. Thanks

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Mick 👍

[@ChrisJackson-tv2rj]

Great video Jon. Lovely to see you getting out and doing some proper fishing. Just trying to catch a fish! But at the same time being out and enjoying nature. It’s great that you take us with you to enjoy the experience. Have you thought about giving the Thrive (or similar) programmes a go? I think it would help you, and your family, deal with any anxiety issues you may have. You are blessed with a great fishing brain. That brain basically solves fishing problems faster than most. That brain power can be put to great use. Working out why you are anxious and coming up with a logical solution. And then dealing with it. It’s ok - to be not ok! It’s brilliant that you talk about this. And you can tell by some of your viewer comments this affects others. Big hug to you and anyone else suffering. All the best. 🐳👍

[@JonArthur]

Many thanks Chris, I didn't know about Thrive but the OTT course I do is similar. My rational brain and irrational body don't communicate properly!

[@ChrisJackson-tv2rj]

@@JonArthur Keep up the good work Jon! Great that you are taking care. And tight lines.

[@reallytalltom1712]

Always excited when I get a notification from your channel. Brilliant fishing, well done for getting out there. All to easy to stay at home. Your content is so varied , the production is great, but most of all , your enthusiasm is infectious ❤. Can't wait for the next video!

[@stephenpyner4156]

Couldn't of said it better mate 👍

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Tom, think you'll like the next one too...

[@landbk5015]

You have inspired me to make up a ruck sack with tackle and one of my telescopic rods. Just stopping and fishing like that is brilliant. Your will power to stop fishing is fantastic. I never know when to stop. Thanks for your videos mate. Keep safe and well. Barry in Essex

[@JonArthur]

Glad its prompted you to get some roving gear! I think you'll like the next film coming this week too...

[@bennyball8374]

Lovely little video John, can understand the need for a walk and a chuck of a waggler in the canal. All the best mate, stay safe and well.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Benny

[@scottrankin7759]

This is perfect mate, nice raw footage reminding us why we all wake up at 6am on a winter morning to catch some fish. 1 fish from a hard canal beats 200lb of f1s shallow any day of the week

[@JonArthur]

Cheers Scott glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@andykeeble1]

I have never seen so many chub on the cut! Great video mate. Don't let anyone get you down, you do you and you do it bloody well.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Andy 👍

[@rolandcolegate8228]

Nice mini video, really takes me back to my youth when I walked along my local canal and saw a group of tench, about the same number as your chub, but it was late April and I'm sure they were more interest in spawning than feeding, not that I could have fished for them, as it was close season. I have never seen a sight like that since, but now in my seventies it is still fresh in my memory. so thanks for jogging my memory again Jon. Cheers.

[@JonArthur]

Glad it rekindled some nice memories Roland!

[@peterthornton8520]

Nice little video Jon. So sorry you suffer from anxiety. My wife suffers from this horrible condition so I can imagine what you go through sometimes. It does helpto speak to people but also its good to just chill every now and then. Hope you sowed them what fore in the Final. Thanks again and take care. Cheers

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Peter :-)

[@leeemery9796]

Near fell off the chair when see all them chub wow, totally understand the head problem after having two major ops one after the other kept me indoors for 2 and a half years then coved hit to say I was pushed to the limit was an understatement, thanks to yours and other channels helped get through The toughest days , keep going keep em coming and thanks jon

[@JonArthur]

Best of luck with your health. Glad my films help in any small way.

[@anotherangleUK]

Thanks for sharing Jon. Sometimes it's just being out there and absorbing the environment. Obviously a fish is a bonus.

[@JonArthur]

It sure is!

[@MARCLEEMATCHFISHING]

You was talking about being anxious the bang, saw the chub and huge smile and instant mood boost,fishing is great for the soul❤

[@JonArthur]

Thanks mate 👍

[@Walsallgrower]

Hi Jon, i think you are an inspiration to those who suffer qith depression and likewise illnesses, you jave found a better medicine than any doctor can prescribe buddy.. great video.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks David 👍

[@nicolahallam2955]

Thanks for sharing , love watching these. Fishing the Leeds Liverpool Canal in the late 80s for big roach on caster tiny perch and mythical big bream probably saved my life when anxious and depressed .

[@JonArthur]

Great to hear. My first ever National was on the Leeds Liverpool near Appley Bridge. Love a big canal bream!

[@markgallagher3409]

Brilliant video, I am too suffering from anxiety, I would love too be able too fish some matches but my anxiety stops me, I am out fishing tomorrow but I know that I will probably be the only one there, I am gonna try and fish a match this summer, I used too fish a lot of matches when I was younger and used too win a few, hopefully I will concor my fears this season, thanks and tight lines 😊

[@JonArthur]

You can do it Mark. I wish you all the very best!

[@markgallagher3409]

​@@JonArthur many thanks, went too a local fishery and caught 50lb of bream on the long pole, definitely gonna fish some matches this year, thanks again tight lines mate mark 😊

[@chrisfoster5098]

Another great video Jon thank you ,and now watching it on my smart TV makes them even better 😊

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Chris

[@ianroberts3948]

Another great video Jon, where i live wild anglers are known as apaches , secretive probably . You have that trait a change from your successful match ventures . One chub is a result in difficult conditions . Just a thought , mental health has always been a problem but now it is more open and talked about . At 74 I like almost everybody have my ups and downs , I'm due now for a pre op for spinal fusion , serious surgery . I try to keep mental resolve its important . I know you will win cos you have fortitude

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Ian and all the very best with your operation. I hope its a success. I like the term apache. I've always classed them as little commando missions. Brings me back to my childhood days when we all went exploring and played army!

[@stephenwilliams262]

Lovely no rush video Jon lad. I didn't realise you suffered from anxiety. My son of 25 also suffers too. I'm trying to get involved with fishing. He did come a watch some of this video. So, fingers crossed I can get him down the fishery I manage in Worcester. Good luck in the final.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Stephen, hope your lad catches a few and enjoys the experience.

[@davidhodgson977]

Good afternoon Jon, Fishing is really good for the soul. That canal looked great, and you got some fish, double bonus.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks David 👍

[@rogercooke5373]

Glad you had a good day and are feeling better Can't beat getting out in nature

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Roger

[@ianpimlott1104]

Just what every session is for me Jon, me and nature whether it’s a commercial or a dawn summer session on the Coventry canal

[@JonArthur]

Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@ianpimlott1104]

Those chub remind me of the Coventry canal in spawning time I remember walking a good mile or so along the towpath from red lane to Sainsburys and felt like I could have walked on the backs of all the fish just shoaled up about 6 inches down had 15 or 16 bream about 4-5lb just by the marina at red lane on bread punch feeding mashed bread I was back home by 9am that summer

[@JonArthur]

Sounds great!!

[@ianpurvis1923]

Really enjoyable video. Being close to nature can work wonders and your joy in catching those fish was clear to see. Keep well.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@mattmatt687]

Nice one Jon, I like these videos you do raw and simple approach roaming on canals and rivers, different to the other ones, I too suffer anxiety and fishing definitely help relax the mind, unfortunately I have not been able to go, I used to enjoy the match fishing scene and the competitions 😊

[@JonArthur]

Sorry to hear that Matt but hope maybe one day you can get out again? Take care.

[@timwebber65tw]

Hi Jon, thanks for another great post, anxiety is a horrible thing, I had it bad especially through covid and your adventures were really helpful at these times so thank you. As for the hater's and arseholes in this world they are not worth the bother, surround yourself with the people who really matter that's all you need, keep positive Jon and all the best

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Tim

[@simplesidj]

you the man Jon. Stay safe and sane.

[@JonArthur]

Cheers 👍

[@stevanfarley6652]

Great little video Jon, used to love chub fishing on the river wey found when they where up in the water like that bubble float and piece of floating bread was a killer good fun.

[@JonArthur]

Hmmm a floater session could be good this summer...

[@antrog1895]

Ehup twig boy 😁 Great vid again love the set up with the tele. You could get a job on Match of the Day with your slow Mo replays 😂 Cheers 👍🍺🍌

[@JonArthur]

VAR tells me it was a chub! 😂

[@garethjones7693]

My wife suffers from the same condition jon,we walk regular,hope you've got it under control and a great video as always,take care

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Gareth 👍

[@martinfinch3401]

Absolutely fantastic proper good old school boy fishing, a few hours with no trolley full of kit.... brilliant 🎣

[@JonArthur]

Cheers Martin

[@markjamson3824]

Great video 😊 such a cheerful angler not matter what the weather always smiling a giggling to ur self thank you 😊

[@JonArthur]

Glad you enjoyed it Mark 😊

[@johncartwright77]

Brilliant as ever, mate. I look forward to your video's Jon. Keep up the good work, pal.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks John 👍

[@keithtaylor7795]

Well done mate a great video, keep talking about your problems it helps believe me. 😊

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Keith 👍

[@wayneharris7545]

Nice watch John and good to know even a top angler like you dose what type of thing I do most days but I dint rove I just pick a swim a fish it on the feeder or pole lines on pinkys and bread feed sloppy bread but stodgy not slop so it gose down !! Allway have a nice bag of hybrids and nice roach and good perch!! At he worst but i usually get in to the big bream and odd tench and carp on the feeder just nice to get out doing what we started and learnt our craft as kids plus great to get out the house for a bit bonus if you catch aswell 🎣🐟👌

[@JonArthur]

Nice one Wayne

[@donhaynes989]

Super video. Thanks for sharing. So important to put yourself first once and a while. The modern world just seems to generate anxiety in everything we do. Look after yourself buddy.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Don 👍

[@travis63ramone]

Brilliant that Jon 🎣

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Travis 👍

[@cliveeariss880]

Wow that's what Chub looks like, nice video, enjoyed a lot, hmm hub and me are not getting on lol, all the best.

[@JonArthur]

Oh dear, the chub's time will come. Best of luck with them!

[@stephenmcloughlin2901]

A lovely bit of canal.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Stephen

[@JamesBrown-ko1ic]

Love this Jon - in lots of ways 🙌🏼

[@JonArthur]

Appreciate that thanks 👍👍

[@paulsedgwick3195]

Nice to see you on the bank buddy 👍🎣 thanks Jon Keep going ❤

[@JonArthur]

Cheers for watching Paul 👍

[@henrymaybury4502]

I envy your spontaneous sessions as you say good for the mind and soul

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Henry, now its getting lighter in the evenings I can hopefully do more!

[@paulcole4902]

My local canal is like that when it's clear you can see the fish but not chub but with massive shoals of bream and roach and no one hardly fishes there and some of the bream and roach are massive..and the are some big carp and pike I've seen to..i fished it lock down because the toe path is the opposite side so no close contact with anyone 😊

[@JonArthur]

Sounds great! Love a bit of untapped water. I need to keep exploring!

[@brianreed1451]

nice one Jon. sitting inside 4 walls ait a good thing. thankfully getting out to fish is good for the mind and soul. i am 72 and yesterday i was on the Dorset Stour at a place called Sturminster Newton catching 6lb Bream. Dont let the buggers get you down. I watch your videos because you are a brilliant Angler but most of all, you dont jump up and down shouting and making a fool of yourself. Sadly this Hobby is becoming a little too Star orientated. Just keep doing what you are very good at mate.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Brian, I'm glad you like the films. Hopefully you'll like my next one on the last day of the season, which is coming soon...

[@geoffbacon69]

Don't put yourself down Jon ,life is what we make it,all the haters out there live a sad life,you live a fulfilled one ,stick the proverbial two fingers up my friend ,if you ever need to talk to someone outside your family please don't hesitate to give me a call 👍

[@JonArthur]

Appreciate that thanks Geoff 👍

[@tonymatthews2987]

Well done Jon very hard to catch decent chub in clear water

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Tony, yes especially with a little 5ft tele rod! 👍

[@SteeeveO]

A walk on a canal works better than pills, a robin singing or kite mewing above are sometimes all the remedy you need. I say that after having a day on the GUC today without a single take.....in the wider scheme of things it doesn't matter!

[@JonArthur]

Absolutely Steve, couldn't agree more 😊

[@melvynroe116]

Bet you wished you had taken your lure kit Jon when that predator tried to take your float 😊

[@JonArthur]

I assumed it was a jack pike but now I have scrutinised the slow motion and I'm pretty sure it was another chub!

[@shaunelliott2967]

Hope you overcome your anxiety Jon I no it can be bad as my son suffers with it. But I'm not fishing at the moment I've had foot surgery so stuck in doors for the next 6-8 weeks so hopefully you can overcome your problem.

[@JonArthur]

Many thanks. Hope the foots recovers soon!

[@kevinbennington887]

Went two days running last week on the Oxford, had some reaaaaaaaly big perch first day on chopped worms, second day not a bite, but it didn't matter ,just happy to wander along , too much colour at the moment above Banbury, Cherwell is like chocolate. I have to deal with lots of people in a part time job and they just wind You up , nature is the best cure.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Kevin the river and canal have looked grim haven't they, so Im glad you caught some big perch. Theres some crackers in the Oxford!

[@laurimiking]

To Hell with the haters! Thanks for another great upload Jon.

[@JonArthur]

Appreciate that thanks 😊

[@pedrobandino5391]

Nice video Jon, we need to have a day out and you watch me bounce a feeder off an island, that would cheer you up. Best wishes

[@JonArthur]

Ha ha bonk (just laughed my head off) :-)

[@andrewscott6339]

Another great video mate. Hope you're ok I suffer anxiety too and taking fishing up in the last 12mths has certainly helped. People will always hate and be plonkers but F@k them. Carry on ❤

[@stephenpyner4156]

My heart goes out to those suffering from things like anxiety as I know how hard it can be as my late aunt suffered from anxiety. As for haters and plonkers and people like that all I can say is to distance yourself as far away from them as possible and to ignore what they say

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Andrew, best of luck with your fishing!

[@deltrotter9435]

👍 very nice out and about you cant beat it

[@JonArthur]

Absolutely 👍

[@scottandrewjohnmiddleton8676]

Hope your ok Jon the stress of life nowadays is now joke and a bit of time to reflect can help especially when you've got your tackle out it helps me a lot fishing is definitely best medicine

[@JonArthur]

Certainly great to get out and forget your worries... and catch a fish or two in the process. 👍

[@scottandrewjohnmiddleton8676]

@JonArthur just remember Jon your brilliant at what you do and your videos cheers thousands of us fellow anglers up on a regular basis I always enjoy watching even your lure fun videos too lol

[@wayneharris7545]

Sorry mate I slept you name rong! Great watch Jon!👍

[@JonArthur]

No worries 👍

[@geezer502]

You did the right thing Jon. Look after yourself mate.

[@JonArthur]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@stegrundy4014]

Thx Jon 👍 Hope ur ok mate 🙂

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Ste 👍

[@johnwoolley3707]

Nice 1 john

[@JonArthur]

Cheers John

[@pauldavis9188]

Top man young Jon.

[@JonArthur]

Cheers Paul

[@asktheefathe]

Take care jon like video nice chub

[@JonArthur]

Many thanks

[@fernandomoco827]

👍😃

[@JonArthur]

Thanks Fernando

[@jamesatkinsfishing]

nice little video Jon, just get away from it all, Thank you

[@JonArthur]

Thanks James