How to Flip and Pitch for Us Dummies

These are the details of a good flip and pitch.

[@thomaswillie246]

Here in 2019 and this is still the best Flippin & Pitchin tutorial on KZbin

[@Flukemaster]

You said it all there. It's all about confidence and you build confidence in something by sticking to it and not going back to what you do best. I didn't learn how to fish a jig in a day. It took me three months of fishing only a jig before I gained the confidence that I needed to always have one tied on. You'll get it just don't give up.

[@Flukemaster]

I still find it hard to believe that there are that many people who like my videos.

[@dragngt]

Thank you! This has been my biggest pain in using a baitcaster. I was putting tension on the rod and trying to do this but with no accuracy and usually a birds nest or two. Thank you again for such a great tutorial.

[@Hoax711]

Hey Gene I'm just getting into fishing, at least with any seriousness. I've been binge your videos and I finally came across this gem. I like your videos because you are passionate and knowledge.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Mike.

[@hooper8935]

4 minutes in and I've got what I needed.1. Not pulling on the bait and bending the rod before letting it go...explains the constant birds nests. 2. Not changing the settings like I was. I had my drag way down and even loosened my spool tension dial...again. explains the birds nest lol. YOU ARE THE MAN!

[@matthewmcmillan7277]

Love your videos. My and my brother in Texas find your videos very helpful

[@Flukemaster]

Matthew McMillan Thanks Matthew

[@redcedar6209]

Hey Gene jus wana say thanks for having such a legit channel. Your channel is no bs, its all about teaching people to be more knowledgeable bass anglers. I recently have rediscovered my love of bass fishing this year as an adult, havn't done it since i was a kid but man im hooked now! I think I have watched at least 90% of your vids. Great job man and keep em comin!

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Kenneth. That's all I want it to be. A place where people can come and learn how to be successful bass fishermen. Thanks for the compliment. I really appreciate it.

[@Hoax711]

Same here Ken. I'm just 6 years behind you.

[@Flukemaster]

I do. It was a redeye bass caught out of Craig's Creek in the Virginia mountains. I was on vacation with my family and my dad showed me how to catch hellgrammites and put them on a hook. I remember hooking the bass and dragging it up on a rock and making my dad take it off the hook. I think I was 5 or 6 years old.

[@TenaciousT76]

Thank you so much! Excellent video! I'm a 38 year old woman determined to catch and eat as many bass as I can so I'm on a mission! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!

[@TrevonLapoint]

You eat bass? You should try walleye, pike and panfish they are way better to eat

[@TenaciousT76]

+Trevon Lapoint I have to catch them first! :)

[@TrevonLapoint]

+Trisha Marlene Yeah but sometimes bass can be trickier. I think that the other fish are worth it. Everyone has their preference. If you like the taste of bass, go ahead I just think that they taste muddy/gamey

[@TenaciousT76]

+Trevon Lapoint I've never eaten fresh caught walleye! would love to try.. I can get them out of the BlackFork near Mohican State Park. This year I will..

[@TrevonLapoint]

+Trisha Marlene Yeah and bluegill aren't really the smartest fish ever you can catch a limit in an hour or two and they taste really good

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks man. Maybe one day I'll get a fiberglass boat of my own but I can make due with whatever I have. If I didn't have a boat you'd be watching a lot more bank fishing videos. It's all about teaching for me. I love it.

[@chucksmith4462]

I would love for you to do a video on fishing thick grass beds and the best baits to use and thanks for all the great tips.

[@Mr._L30.]

I’ve taught myself to pitch but I have always looked for someone teaching how to flip cause I haven’t found a single video of an explanation of flipping. Thanks for the tips.

[@Flukemaster]

Happy to help!

[@philnewby5942]

Excellent video. I've struggled for about a year now watching other fishermen being able to flip/pitch but not being able to easily and adequately explain to me how it's done. Thanks a million Gene, the day I subscribed to your channel I became a better fisherman!

[@Flukemaster]

Awesome, Thanks Phil. I'm glad I could help you out.

[@Flukemaster]

JP. If there is anything you can learn from me it's that confidence is more important than anything. If I don't have confidence in something or if something causes me to loose even the slightest bit of confidence I change to something the works for me. I fish very clear water and I don't feel that I get as many bites using braid as I do with fluoro or co-poly so that's what I use. I do have braid on my frog rod but that's it.

[@Juanelo1946]

Thanks so much for going over the basics for those of us who never learned the correct techniques! I'll be coming back to re-watch this video from time to time.

[@burnsalot420]

Woot, just like that. I don't know why but that was so funny. Love your videos. Keep them coming.

[@PudgyPastures]

I've learned more from your videos in the last year or so than I have the previous 30 years of fishing off and on. Now that I'm trying to really get serious about fishing the information is invaluable! Thanks Gene!

[@Flukemaster]

Thank you

[@TritonRude]

Good demonstration and explanation! For some time I was frustrated with learning to PITCH until I figured out a "crucial" variable. That is, the bait needs to be no further back than the reel spool. Actually, it became easy when kept the lure slightly forward of the entire reel! Thanks for the good videos you post!

[@trekker116]

Gene, I have to tell you I love your videos and have learned so much. You obviously enjoying doing them, and they are truly a labor of love.Thank you for all your hard work and patience helping to teach us not so knowing fisherman how to do it. Would be nice to see one of these well to do fisherman out here that enjoy your videos and hard work hook you up with a new boat.. Thanks..

[@MrSkeyxc]

Gene, Great Channel my friend. Like you, fishing is a "huge" part of my life (66 years). You come across in a wonderful way. I'm blessed to live in the Texas Hill Country; trust me the fishing isn't bad here either!!! Our Bass Boat doesn't sit very long between trips all over the state (and locally). Retirement is a very good thing...

[@Flukemaster]

I didn't even know I said it until I was editing. LOL

[@joepeach3372]

I just want you to know your awesome and the way you teach is easy to absorb keep doing what your doing

[@leek2serious]

Just now getting into fishing. Thanks so much for the detail tutorial

[@JDye-youtube]

Best demo I’ve seen so far!

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks

[@murraymuzzall7667]

Gene your video tutorials are great! Especially for us new to the sport. Thanks for all you do. It's Huge!

[@pequenioedgarito3067]

Gene. You are the only one that has answered my question on pitching: you keep the same spool tension and brake the same. Thank you. Will continue to practice.

[@aaroncrawford8600]

Thanks again. Can't get enough of your videos. Tons of help

[@ladegn5161]

Thank you! I’ve tried this for many years, giving up each year, after an hour of frustration. Watched many videos and nothing clicked, but after watching this....it all clicked! Dropping it in the ring over and over, and my arm and neck aren’t sore. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@Flukemaster]

Glad it helped! I love making videos that people can actually understand. Good luck out there.

[@Bad_Batch_65]

This is one of the first fishing videos I ever watched. Great video for learning the basics of pitching and flipping a baitcaster. No BS sales pitches or tie this knot, use this line, just like he says...The mechanics and physics of pitching and flipping. Still one of my favorites. I'm better at fishing because of you. Thanks man!

[@fotomind]

I've been trying some your tips. I enjoying fishing more because of those tips.

[@bmaziarz]

This is the hands down the best video I've seen for pitching and flipping. Definitely answered all of my questions. Can't wait to use it on the water this weekend. Thanks!

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Brandon

[@bassstriker4446]

Another helpful video Gene... Practice, practice, practice ... thanks again.

[@coleperkins4019]

Thanks Gene. I kept hearing people talk about flipping and pitching but I had no clue what they were talking about. Great video!

[@Flukemaster]

Good luck Nate. Just do what you are told when you are told and you'll do fine.

[@maxmuzones6770]

I know less about bass fisherman than more and I was clueless as to how to flip and pitch. Nobody else has explained the exact motion. They just say," You go like this." And make a perfect pitch. Then they do the exact same thing three times. That's useless. I love the video. Liked+subbed

[@Flukemaster]

+Max Muzones Thanks again Max

[@rustyfletcher8276]

Great!! Thank you! I watch vids all the time that tell you to pitch or flip and I want to thank you for a no frills video teaching the techniques.

[@SuperCoyotecaller]

I like that you cast right hand and real right hand too. That's what I do. I get people asking me all the time when they borrow a rod from me if I'm a lefty. I always say no. That's how a strong righty works! They always think I'm crazy but that's the only natural feel for me.

[@Deej_Gaming]

SuperCoyotecaller I fish that way because that’s how my daddy fishes! And after years and years of watching him and then using his gear, I couldn’t imaging using a baitcaster any other way lol

[@adrianspivey4535]

thank you SO much for making this video. ive been pitching alabama speed craws and berkly havoks or any other soft plastic i could get a hold of, for the better part of 7 years and like you i still have a lot of room for improvement. Every little part of pitching that makes it a whole has become habit for me and a lot of friends always ask me the general question "how do i pitch a jig". I usaually draw a blank and the only way for me to explain it to them is to just let them watch me pitch and that isnt really teaching them how to do it. there are a lot of flipping and pitching videos out there but this is by far the best thank you

[@Flukemaster]

Thank you Adrian and thanks for being willing to teach your friends.

[@adrianspivey4535]

what region of the country do you fish?

[@jefftondreau8541]

Great video! I plan to practice some tonight. For years I only used overhand or side cast, cant wait to try this method out.

[@baseballkid0326]

you are a great teacher. I watch all of your videos and learn a lot

[@patrickhedgecock975]

Thanks for making this video. Just getting into bass fishing at age 32 and I thought this technique was so daunting. Just like anything in life - it takes practice. Thanks for breaking it down!

[@addisonsmith3607]

I still dont understand how theres always 45-50 people giving a thumbs to some of the best fishing videos on youtube. And its not only Gene’s videos either

[@kmfw1160]

...I keep watching this over and over...ugh...I'll get it eventually lol

[@Flukemaster]

I really like my Duckett Mico Magic rods. They have been pretty solid, but there are a lot of companies who are finally making decent rods for around 100 to 125. If you spend any less than that you will find that the quality drops tremendously.

[@timothydysinger4881]

I am grateful for your tutorial. I have fly fished exclusively for the past 30 years. Last year I decided to learn some thing new... using a bait caster and flipping and pitching was giving me fits until I watched your video. I set up targets in my backyard and started practicing I'm no where near as good as I need to be yet but I have the mechanics just need more practice.

[@eddiebreeden1134]

Well done Gene....thanks. Hope you feel better soon.

[@darryladams519]

Hey Gene thanks for the great videos. I know this ones a few years old but it helps to come back to them. Been trying to learn to pitch and this video help out big time, was moving my hand the wrong way. Any got it going now just working on my accuracy now. Also you made my son's day when yall met at Southern Moon Outfitters a few weeks ago, he couldn't wait for me to get in the door good to tell who he had met. He did some kayak tournaments with them and has now joined the Clarks Hill Youth team and loves it. This was his first year with them and he can't wait to do it again, the tournaments. Any way thanks and keep up the good work.

[@Flukemaster]

That's awesome Darryl. He's a good kid.

[@darryladams519]

Thank you

[@DJCallitquits]

Man..the wing span thing is what I was missing in all these videos. Awesome info! Glad I searched your history. I knew I would find what I was looking for!!👍🏾

[@HuskyKMA]

Awesome timing. I was searching yesterday for videos on how to pitch. Your video today is better than anything I found because you actually explain the hows and whys of your technique.

[@EtsMeJago]

Well explained Flukemaster. When I pitch I place my thumb on the spool to stop the line right before the lure hits heavy cover for it to make a "diving" entrance if I'm using texas-rig; and to break into the heavy vegetation a lot more easier. The reason for the diving entrance is to make a nice and quiet entrance.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks

[@brandencriner]

This video taught me how to pitch. Thanks very much Gene. Great series of videos.

[@bigbassangler12333]

Your channel is great you have so many good tips

[@1_of_4]

Excellent video. I just started to learn these techniques.

[@Retro-2-now]

I watch a handful of youtubers, you being one of them. This has been the most useful and helpful tip video on flipping and pitching. Thanks man! Keep it up!!✊🏻

[@paulbrooks3551]

Gene. First off you have done so much for the best sport on earth. I watched this video a day or so ago and oh my god what a difference it has made in my pitching and flipping. Was definitely doing it wrong. At the current moment I only have one baitcaster. It was rigged on a 7' heavy fenwick. Broke it loading truck for a trip. Now it's on a 6'9" Mitchell. Still works and it's a bit easier for me cause I'm a kayak fisherman

[@caseyroc01]

Gene you show me new techniques everytime I watch one of your videos and in return I teach so many people how to bass fish it's crazy considering I just started fishing 3 years ago I still continue to improve veteran Fisherman.... sorry for the lack of punctuation

[@donaldbattle4]

Thanks for going into detail especially about if you need to adjust the baitcaster or not i always thought you had to adjust it just to pitch

[@wvmountaineer1]

Thanks again for the tips even though your under the weather

[@fathermurphy218]

Great break down. This helped a hell is a lot. Thanks a hundred times.

[@simplecircuit]

I'm a fan of keeping all of my reels in freespool with the magnets up high. Great for pitching and good for long casts too. Just takes practice to avoid birds nesting.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Eddie, I feeling better just in time to go back to work tomorrow.

[@andymiller3180]

So happy for you man. Keep posting videos and we'll keep watching. Love the instruction

[@Flurgh]

This is so great. Thank you for going into all those little details.

[@willfredregill9064]

Hey Gene, I was working on my pitching it was like the jitterbug, just couldn't get the feel of it. Then I ran across this and Shazam! I got it. Thanks for sharing this

[@e.cabanjr7511]

That was helpful. That was the instruction I needed regarding flipping and pitching. Now for the practice. Thank you!

[@xOPER8Rx]

Love the channel, man... I watch a new video everyday, and everyday I learn something new.

[@kpoole67]

Very good description and illustration buddy. Thanks

[@garym8852]

the bob ross of fishing lol

[@Flukemaster]

Gary m Wait a minute, Bob Ross always puts me to sleep. I hope I don't do that to people.

[@garym8852]

Flukemaster I like Bob ross lol, you sound kind of like him

[@Hoax711]

Hahaha that's why I like this guy so much! Gene, your are the Bob Ross of fishing but it is the positive attitude and ability to communicate and teach.

[@Flukemaster]

Very good point. I do that to but I didn't even think about that when making this video. Doh!!!

[@rosscosgray5793]

Thank you for being the person who actually said if you adjust your baitcaster settings or not I was curious if that would make any difference! Very Good Vid!!

[@rustbeltgypsy3713]

Great TIPS...Best I've seen Yet...Thanks a Bunch!. Peace.

[@Flukemaster]

Scotty B Thanks Scotty

[@Flukemaster]

Very very cool Justin. I"m so glad I was able to help you. Keep learning man and keep fishing. - Gene

[@totalannihilation9065]

I just realized I been sorta pitching this whole time. This is a good video to make more accurate pitches.

[@chucksmith4462]

your welcome and again thanks for all the helpful tips

[@Flukemaster]

I'm in the middle of packing up my house and moving but I will get one out as soon as I can, and when I get settled in my new house I'm really going to start cranking them out.

[@mikewright7236]

looks easy, but I'm sure it takes practice. what I'll be doing tomorrow. Just learned how to cast one. think I'm going to love it though once I get comfortable with it. great tutorial by the way

[@jpsouthchangwon]

Great advice man - seems like what everyone's saying - gotta try it out now.

[@Ken-eh4hh]

Well i just subscribed. Great tutorial. Sorry for being late in the game. I realize this video is from 2013. It's now 2019. Awesome video!

[@terryreed7996]

Great help thank you for your time it’s much appreciated!

[@harleynielsen9215]

Thanks man , The other KZbinrs that I watch say that freely and I had no idea what it mean. This helped me a lot

[@Dime5150]

Thank you for taking time to put this out! You had answered some questions/problems I was having pitching. Great vid, thx!

[@jo3li5m]

Just read the comment directly below whilst on my way to say the same thing. You present such a good attitude that's right at the heart of what fishing is for me dude. Alot of ego and hype in some area. Expecially your guys pro bass comps. They are a rock concert! Alot of bullshit. Really enjoy the tips. Cheers from Australian brother

[@pcmcobra]

Nice video explanation. Really helped me out with the angle of the pitch for release. One of those...ahhhh, I get it now moments.

[@Flukemaster]

I use a jig as a the lure and a piece a piece of 4 inch PVC as my targets.

[@The_Great_White]

You make it look so easy! Gotta practice more lol

[@jell-oputin8036]

Flipping looks like a pain in the 🥜, thanks for the breakdown ✌🏻🎣

[@okeejoe7568]

Another great video Gene. Keep 'em coming. If you are ever down near Lake Okeechobee let me know.

[@fotomind]

Enjoyed watching you and Mark Zona.

[@andromydous]

The same goes for your other top water plugs. The reason we miss is because we're reacting to the bass breaking the water rather than reacting to the bass actually grabbing the lure. It's not always easy giving that small delay, especially when you're caught off guard for whatever reason. When you bank fish like I do, it's not always easy to tell when a bass is targeting it. Having line that stretches or a rod tip that's limber (fast action I believe) will help some with timely hook sets.

[@Flukemaster]

I'm waiting for them to get thick and then I'm planning one doing one or two about fishing them. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Flukemaster]

The directions are on the package. You use a pair of pliers to pinch it and open the slot. Then push the line through.

[@gkarjala]

Gene Jenson for Prez!!! HaHa I kid, great vid as always. His are the best fishing vids ANYWHERE PERIOD. Good dude too. It's all about the woop.

[@Flukemaster]

I feather it every cast. I guess that's just the way I taught myself. I know Abu makes good rods at every price range but I've never used a Browning Reel. But I started with a very inexpensive set-up when I learned to cast a baitcaster and I worked just fine.

[@switchgear480v]

awesome video Gene, this explains alot of things i was wondering about regarding flipping and pitching. Thanks

[@Flukemaster]

Try a mojo rig. It's a light line technique that is very versatile and works good for pressured water.

[@Rattletrap2]

Now Gene, that looks like a typical fisherman's yard! The grass is totally neglected cause you are always out fishing! lol Great instructional video though!

[@vangrollerboi]

Great tutorial and in depth. I find your pitching more comfortable for me. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Subbing.

[@johndcarnahan]

Great video Gene...never known the difference.

[@Flukemaster]

Thanks Austin, I'm glad I could help.