How to catch an 8 pound Bass

Catching an 8 pound bass is a real accomplishment! Here in South Florida I catch quite a few , not every trip but each and every cast I make that day , I'm thinking 8 pounds! So, if you want expert advice, listen up! First you need the right arsenal of lures. Second, you need to know how to work them, third you need to know the right water and weather conditions and finally you need to know where to go! Good luck!

[@erick4923]

I am 35. Just starting to fish and I got a 6.4 the other day at Table Rock in Missouri. I screamed like a kid and my 65 year old Dad was screaming for me. He's caught 50 that size in his life but seeing me catch my first set him off. God bless and I hope you all catch a 8lb bass some day. Be courteous and kind out there, folks.

[@t_andin9343]

That is a giant for Table Rock! Congrats! I was down there this last weekend myself.

[@kaysonclay9201]

Great job dude hope you catch more

[@andrewboyce7268]

For Table Rock that is a MONSTER. They don't get huge there, its such a deep lake. Don't set an expectation from that fish, MO is almost famous for 2 to 3lb bass. 4s and 5s can be hard to find.

[@mavericklewis4392]

🔥👍

[@nicknormando4220]

He's so down to earth, been watching him for 30 years and he's never changed. People say they wanna be like Mike, well I wanna be like Roland

[@proassassin8473]

I can tell you catching a 8 Pound Bass in Missouri would be once in a Lifetime experience for many people.

[@crawmaster6039]

Come to California we have mother load lakes with 10s 15s and 20s

[@grantgolden2477]

@Tate Desmond tf

[@ronaldreagan7551]

@@grantgolden2477 it’s a bot.

[@freshfission5886]

@Tate Desmond gtfoh 😂

[@freshfission5886]

@Tate Desmond this video is about fishing not catching your gf slipping

[@williambatten8]

This man is a national treasure! Still to this day he puts out 1-2 videos (aka classes) every week! Thanks Roland for being You!

[@amadosanchez7483]

Yeah man, today I realized fish can't squint haha

[@RandomJ2023]

81 years old and this man is sharp as a tack and absolute legend. I live close to Stick Marsh/ Headwaters and he frequents the area. I've seen his truck and trailer at the ramp several times. I was told this man is opportunistic and will fish ANY body of water, even small ponds and creeks on a whim. Hope to meet him one day soon!

[@bostonian9947]

I'm 14 and just caught an 8 lb monster bass on my grandpa's old Jitterbug topwater lure! I have never been more proud! I love using classic and vintage lures, they've been catching fish for years and they still do!

[@delmac5362]

Thanks Roland, your advice proves best again and again. I'm a pond fisherman and I'll always start with that 5" Senko Green Pumpkin. Usually catch em. Go out most every day. Thanks again

[@TommyBoats]

Started pond fishing a few days ago. 41 fish in 5 days on the 5” Senko!!

[@studiobyrob]

There’s a reason this video has 0 dislikes, thank you Roland!

[@biilybutt9016]

There are 3 dislikes. Edit: Make that 4

[@davidcienfuegos4481]

@@biilybutt9016 make that CINCO! Not from me tho😎

[@biilybutt9016]

@@davidcienfuegos4481 Seis Now! If i could down it twice I would make it Siete.

[@briansewelloutdoors8404]

@@biilybutt9016 26 now

[@biilybutt9016]

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[@radicalzz8219]

Guy is a legend, goes thru the video with one cut and smokes it lmao

[@jessetanner9661]

Been watching Roland my whole life. Caught many 10+ pound bass used some of his techniques. Thanks for all the advice over the years. You have made great bass fisherman all over the country

[@RickeyCompton-nd8ks]

This guy is a born teacher. Thanks for the info Roland, I love listening and following some of your techniques.

[@hilldwler420]

Wanna say thank you for what you’ve done for this sport for fishing.

[@ethericwizard2881]

This guy loves his job and loves his life. Stay blessed.

[@MrCODYROB55]

Nice video. I caught an 8.7, 2 weeks ago in North Mississippi. It was the biggest bass I've caught. Was in my kayak and I used a Super toad on 50 lbs braid. South Florida fishing is on my bucket list.

[@Floridafisherman5000]

I caught a nice 9.14 lb bass in Florida on April 30th this year!! Was fishing at a pond using a Whopper Plopper that Roland has spoken about!! It works and it was the biggest bass I ever and will probably ever catch!! Florida does offer some great fishing spots!!!

[@mastermouaable]

Every time I cast I’m always thinking 10lbs bass that’s my motto; fishing the California Delta waterways.

[@getoffmylawn8986]

I live in Vero Beach and fish most of the spots you refer to. My latest good sized fish was a 9 pounder on a Whopper Plopper in a little 20 acre lake in my back yard, fishing from shore. Also caught a 6 pounder there on a frog...your lure choices are spot-on!

[@erikskanes5552]

I live in Canada and have been bass fishing for years, I have never caught a bass over 5lbs. Closest was at Lake St. Claire, it must have swam from the US

[@killerllama8721]

Roland is The LEGEND of all bass fishing legends

[@shawnbeck2303]

Found a Devil's Horse in my Antique lures cabinet. Put different hooks on it to up date and help my catch ratio. Waiting on a hot day to try it out. Thanks, Roland for the tips to bigger bass. Shawn.

[@user-by6yc8yl7v]

Watching from Toronto Ontario Canada. Catching a 5lb largie here in the city is like catching a damn 8 or 9lb Florida largemouth. I'm getting ready to fish a private pond I've been invited to tomorrow where the bass see almost zero pressure and into Sunday while promoting a new bait I'm working with. Hopefully we poke a big one! Thanks for your videos!

[@wesleybigham1]

One day I’m gonna come down there an catch me an 8lb Bass with you Mr. Martin! My personal best is just under 7lb!

[@Eric_Estes]

Lol

[@Eric_Estes]

I'm catch mine on my own

[@bl4ze600]

@@Eric_Estes no one asked

[@fryeguy9939]

I've been fallowing you since before youtube.. Mostly through bassmaster magazine.. Our goal in Wisconsin is a 6 pounder.. All your tips still apply... Just we don't have shad.. but the water is super clear.. with only a few huge bodies of water.. Thanks again for the tips .. keep them coming.. the Frye Guy..

[@mattietiger2959]

Thank you for all the excitement you project into the sport. The closest pond for me is about 5 acres. Next "big lake", an hour away and only 2500 acres. You're in heaven there.

[@jacobsisson7694]

i caught a 8 pounder in a 7 acre lake

[@aubreykalexander1942]

Roland is my favorite grandpa-from-another-lake

[@hiramsleaster3146]

I just watched your bimini twist video and I'm really looking forward to applying that to heavy covor situations. Iv been using the Albright for years and am now taking the time to learn a few new knots. Your videos about pouring your own baits inspired me to try it and I found my calling. Making functional art work is very fulfilling. Thanks you for all your hard work and wisdom.

[@richardmcdonald3810]

Watched you from when I was 7 years old I am now 26 and finally getting on some biggens 💪

[@donaldtruster1064]

Your the best caught two 8lbers here in Southwest Missouri Ozarks, but would love to catch a double-digit largemouth, maybe one day with you on Headwaters!

[@andrewboyce7268]

Turman has double digits. I have personally seen 2 at the Truman Dam. My pops pulled one out fishing for crappie.

[@coyotewacker]

Coyotes Are My Thing ,,But I Can Tell You Roland Are The Go To Guy For Big Fish !!! Very Informative ,Great Video, Thank You For Your Insight...

[@daddycj1978]

Thanks so much for explanation of power fishing. Ill try to find a beaver dam on Lake Hartwell to try this type of fishing.

[@stick4793]

Another great video- thank you! Been watching and following you since I was a kid.

[@thomast8054]

One of the best ways to catch an 8 # bass is fish in Florida. Here in western Washington State these bass are few and far between. Not too many bass fishing shows out of Washington. LOL

[@proassassin8473]

Definitely matters where you live.

[@ReelFishingPNW]

Actually just saw an 8 lb'er caught at Silver Lake in South WA a few weeks ago.

[@thomast8054]

@@ReelFishingPNW like I said few and far between. In Florida this is a fairly common experience.

[@scottvermonter920]

Awesome info Roland love your channel sir!! Thank you for sharing!🎣🎣

[@kingtigi]

Great videos as usual Mr Roland. I’ve only started fishing recently but has always loved fishing as a young child. Only recently have I found myself the extra time to embrace this love of mine. I found your videos quite helpful however there’s a specific question I wanted to ask if you would indulge me it would be godsend. I live close to a murky river with about up to 8-10m depth of steady flow. I know from people and my own research that there are bass, perch, carp, tench and goldfish in the river but the majority fish population would be Redfins/European perch. There’s a section of the river where I know there are a lot of fishes there all day all night, I even saw patches of bubbles in the water everywhere in this area, I mostly bank fish but do have access to a kayak if needed and for the life of me I couldn’t catch a single fish. So my question is what type of lure/bait and/or technique should I be using to catch a fish any fish in this river?? I’m getting quite desperate at this point so any help would be greatly appreciated! And sorry for the rant.

[@elonmust7470]

Come fish some of these Neighborhood HOA ponds here in Raleigh NC. There're more than a few 8 lbers around.

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Until they call the cops on you😮

[@elonmust7470]

@@mr.skeptical3071 Just dont be a loudmouth kid & nobody ever will!

[@nckhed]

@@elonmust7470 Many peaceful fisherman have had the cops called on them by nosey Nancies.

[@bandobelmarez3756]

God Bless you Mr. Martin 🙏🇨🇱💪🎣

[@bluestrippfiend]

That chain shininggggg sheesh. Good taste💯

[@teazytee7713]

Glad im from Texas dam near go to any creeks and bayous and find a good 6 lber. Keep 🎣 fishing peace

[@Tommy.OrginalvideosPhilly]

Thank you mr Roland on another great video!

[@jessegross1269]

Awesome video !!! Great stuff to learn !

[@bigmikefishingchonicles9950]

Hello Mr. Martin just wondering did you ever fish at Greenbelt lake in greenbelt MD

[@bl4ze600]

Me: thinking it’s a 8lb bass Also me: figuring Out it’s a green sunfish

[@JaySunfish]

Roland Martin for president! 🐟 🇺🇸

[@tombaldwin328]

Roland, I love watching your videos, and have learned a lot just by watching them. Just out of curiosity, have you taught Scott the secrets of power fishing?...😁

[@kurtstewart4638]

Thanks roland love those viedos

[@kevinkirk3156]

Just caught a 20inch brown trout this weekend, keeps me coming back.

[@randygilbert150]

Another good video. What are some good bass lakes around Sarasota and Venice area? We usually go to this area when we vacation. Thanks.

[@victorremick9721]

Why arnt there big fish there? What is the problem with the water? it looks good were are the fish?

[@conqueringlion420]

Hi Roland, do you ever fish those Peacock FL bass?

[@fam9617]

For the first bait. What kind of reel and rod were you using?

[@carlosberrios1021]

What about in Jax? What do you recommend,first timer here

[@simpleman6542]

Another good video... thanks

[@craigstevens9734]

Excellent job

[@ThePSUisBETTER]

Roland, your Whopper-Plopper reel sounds like a can-opener, grease that baby up!

[@ArcherFish]

you're the man Roland!

[@Bigfoot903Outdoors]

Yamamoto has a huge piece of property just a couple miles down the road from me, beautiful lakes all over it.

[@coloradonativefishingcnf6175]

I think it depends on bass population. I believe if went to where you are fishing anyone can do it. But here in Colorado im lucky to catch a 2.5 lb. Can you catch a 8 lb bass in colorado? Water temp is maybe 40° - 50°

[@robertmckinnon2832]

Is a1 in kennansville? Have you fished the lake on 12 mile road?

[@stonejr74]

Can you list the names of the lures you were using?

[@mathewleben8081]

Hay Rollan, I'm heading to Chicamaga in May. What would you target for structure in two weeks?

[@lemaydagreat82]

I catch 8lbers all the time..thanks to you Mr.Martin!! #thegoat

[@beerandgunz40g4l7]

You make me want to call out and go fishing 🎣 lol 😅 😆 😂

[@submissionoutdoors570]

sir, yesterday i fished a lake called Teresa Lake located in Deltona, Fl. The lake is covered in different types of grass, lily pads and dead trees. It also relatively deep with most areas at least over 7 feet deep and some areas over 30 feet. Can you please tell me how you would fish that lake? I tried frogs, swimbaits and spook jrs, but it seemed very slow and unproductive. Thank you.

[@josephgraves2092]

Thanks for the info!!

[@davidgalloway904]

Thanks Professor, I want the 8lber!

[@evanalexander1838]

"expert at fishing south florida" Expert at fishing everywhere lol

[@MasterUnSnagger]

I'm fishing a lake that is super clear,, deep shore lines,,, and with rock cliffs, and I don't know what to use or do, it's so different from what I'm use to fishing, any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks

[@mrguppy1016]

5:59 THE RONA 🤣💩👍🏻

[@traviswalter481]

Here in pa we got some thick thick grass in our waters.

[@beerandgunz40g4l7]

I be happy if I get a 3 lb bass thanks Roland 👍

[@stovepipehahaha272]

What about the old arbogast jitterbugs ?

[@BasslivesmatterLLC]

When a legend talks I listen nuff said 👂

[@Moosedigger]

Great video

[@SpoolinReelzFishing]

8lb bass around here is a trophy 🏆

[@suttonsplash14]

Long live the LEGEND!!

[@biilybutt9016]

The King of the South and catching guppies.

[@ruskyrosco1054]

Everything about Roland is heavy duty.

[@itllkeal]

My largest bass I've caught was on a devil horse and the 2nd was on a nightcrawler

[@Dylan_R99]

I just caught a 8 pounder today on a wacky rig Googan senko it was so great

[@rowanb34]

I’ve been bass fishing for almost a year now and I haven’t caught a single bass. I was subbed to mystery tackle box. But I don’t know what to do

[@andrewboyce7268]

Disconture MTB and go to sixth sense. But for starters switch to a senko worm, ribbon tale worm, or creature bait. 12 to 15lb test. Med Heavy or heavy rod.. fish slowly.

[@rowanb34]

@@andrewboyce7268 on a Texas rig or wacky rig

[@444sheldon]

does this work on 9 pound bass?

[@BoB-ey5xr]

The Bob Ross of Fishing

[@Krazyone561]

What’s the best everyday weight to fish a senko?

[@tophatter74]

No weight works great.

[@Bigpep69420]

Like @@tophatter74 said, weightless is just fine. However if you're dead set on the Texas rig (which I def don't blame you for) I prefer either 1/4 or a 1/8, the kinda cone shaped ones.

[@billhudson4805]

Step one have an 8 lb bass in the lake. Haha, but seriously great video.

[@derekwhite8844]

Bam that's a bass!!!😆

[@damian8mac8]

I can't wait to fish Florida again

[@UltimateNinja-fe6yh]

The Megastrike Roland martin Big bass spinnerbait will always be a fav for Big fish.

[@mattietiger2959]

That's Los Angeles Ca. for you. :)

[@davehaag8175]

Wish a could get a boat and trailer like that...then i wouldnt need a 8lb bass to feel badass You the man!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!! The true way to catch a 10lb bass is you must kneel and kiss Rolands pinky ring...

[@powerbaitpaul]

How to catch an eight pound bass, step one: MOVE TO FLORIDA!!!

[@TheDukyson]

What human decided, “today I’m going to dislike this video” seeeeshhh

[@taylorcole8225]

🤣 haters

[@skotth2]

There's always "that guy". He can't catch anything, if he even fishes, and everyone hates him because he's a d**k so he takes it out on senior citizens!

[@chriswilliams3876]

You Rock "LEGEND"

[@Deganherr7975]

Bob Ross of fishing

[@ShelbysGT]

Dear Roland I have been watching you since I was 8 years old , I’m now 39 , my dream is to fish lake Okeechobee with you on your bass bait!! I have my own rods and gear etc!! Hit me up Roland

[@FishingWithDamon]

Nice I love fishing that is what I am all about noeone wants to watch me though I am just a kid 😂 but I have been working hard on it for a year If you have time I would actually like some suggestions!

[@traviswalter481]

Who else been watching Roland since way back in the day on tv?

[@itllkeal]

I've always said go really light or really heavy.

[@joeybreedlove647]

Am I the only one who noticed the bird nest at 2:26 🤣🤣

[@DaspitDad]

clint eastwood is looking good

[@ukjw2]

Why is he so sure reeling that swim bait on top will bring in small bass? Serious question. What’s the theory behind that?

[@enewm7307]

He's getting old quick. Stay healthy out there my friend.