Huk B.A.S.S Kayak Tournament on Clear Lake

[@bdreinke]

I love the fact that Greg tells his competitors how he is catching them before the tournament begins. He's a class act 👍

[@codycregger229]

I just watched a video where he Snag hooked a 20.5 by accident and didn’t turn it in. Good people right there

[@projectj3494]

Genuinely a Good Man and A Great Angler!!

[@ronwallace7563]

That was a crazy tournament. At one point in the AM, you had lost more fish than you had landed. One trick I learned a while ago....if the bass comes up and just "bumps" the frog (like knocks it out of the water) but doesn't eat it, it's like they are trying to stun it first (so that it can't get away). On those bites, I follow up immediately with a texas rig worm. Those bass will "stun" their prey and then come right back to see if that prey is just floating down through the hole they just made in the mat. And, because they are in "hunt and eat" mode (they just stunned some prey), they will hit something that falls down through the mat in the same spot. I've caught like 60% of those bass that miss the frog the first time, doing that trick. Just a thought. Great vid, as always. Thanks for posting!

[@warecccc]

Same!! I always have a follow up bait ready when they miss the frog and more than half the time they eat it!

[@spankyLou]

I remember Greg use to do this in the Delta. Frog followed by wacky rig Senko.

[@crashbomber]

Also, follow up bites are the coolest .

[@SuperVehicle002]

I saw him swap to a senko but he didn't have it on deck. He needs to have his follow up baits on deck ready to drop the frog rod immediately and cast out where the bass missed the bait. Follow up baits have to be quick, swapping between rod holders is too slow.

[@timisoutdoors]

Agreed. I'll also swap from a frog to a popper if it isn't too saturated with grass.

[@toddwalker5102]

Omg I'm in heaven almost 40 mins of pure enjoyment

[@ghamm32]

I love his tournament vids!

[@toddwalker5102]

@@ghamm32 every vid

[@JeffreyKB]

For what it's worth my family has been fishing Clear Lake since the early 1960s and we have learned that to be successful catching bass with top water lures like the rubber frog 2 things come to mind. #1 is don't try to set the hook when they boil up on the frog, they are slapping at the frog to stun it they will come back to it if you leave it be then 1 twitch and biom, they will enhale it. 2nd is laser sharp hooks, you catch a ton of hydryllia but it will save your butt. Honestly we have used an old fashion Torpedo, medium size. A gentle , slow but erratic retrieve, pole tip side to side then down and all stop, let the ripples settle twitch it once then hold on my friend. Your a great fisherman but I thought I would pass along a little local knowledge if you want to try it. Good luck and good fishing. Good job on your content too by the way.

[@spottybeard]

I’m glad I’m not the only who has the moments telling myself to slow down over and over.

[@Eskah.Mof0]

I love rewatching these

[@wowgarrett777]

Man you got to let those bass hold that frog for 2-3 seconds then set the hook. Awesome video!!

[@mattolivo]

Woo Sah is the word of the day...lol I have a lot of days like this man just gotta stay in the game and not mentally check out, you do such a great job of not losing your marbles. I really love this channel.

[@samuelwarden6285]

Well your tourney vids never disappoint. Always some excitement. By the way I opened my hooks up on my booyah pad crashers a little bit and I hardly ever miss a fish now. I know in the replays some were missing it but the ones that did get it might of stayed pinned better. 👊👍

[@wolfgane1974]

Really enjoy your vids, my wife and I have recently gotten into kayak fishing and have been trying to learn about tourneys , the process, etc.. your videos have really helped us a lot.

[@corylong4992]

Thanks to you, I was up at clear lake yesterday and fished some of the same coves, and your pattern killed it for me. Great videos man

[@wincityoutdoors]

The posture change when you missed that frog fish KILLED ME ! You looked like and arrow 😂

[@sthaooutdoors2971]

Greg!!! The way you set the hook when you’re using a jig is Exactly how you should be setting the hook with the frog!! Hey man, love the video and always enjoy watching it! Tournament day causes all fisherman to fish a little faster than normal.

[@Imlistenin09]

Crazy how instant they were taking the punch! that big boy couldn't have been any closer to the surface than that!

[@HorsemanX72]

Good job Greg. Man Russ Snyders is tear'n it up!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Rus is killin it and us lol

[@mattw210]

Incredible month of tournaments and even better fishing. The grind is real. Appreciate your dedication to the sport.

[@doster59]

I learn something every time I watch you fish. Thanks for taking us along.

[@marknel84]

All Things Considered you had a good day, solid strategy. Tough hookup day on the frog.

[@Gmark25]

Gosh I miss bass fishing this lake so much

[@MrDallasStars18]

Greg, you’ve easily become my favorite fisherman to watch on KZbin. Your humble attitude and easy-to-watch videos are my absolute favorite. I hope you keep fishing until you’re old and grey, because that’s my plan too! Thanks for the content. - Hunter

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Hunter! i hope so too, cheers

[@fshnbuddy2]

Likewise.

[@abuvall]

Thanks for the ride... wish I can have a “bad” day like that... haha 😂

[@sleetherookie2929]

You’ve been smacking those bass bro and you know wat your doing. Watching your I can pick up a lot of tips and tricks. Some of these larger KZbinrs can explain a lot but can’t even catch any bass to what they know Keep grinding you doing great.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks man! I just love fishing and figuring out the puzzle. More rewarding on tournament days but always enjoy my time out there!

[@craigstutts7560]

Found your channel a couple weeks ago. I have really enjoyed watching your tournament videos the fact you take the time to take us along is priceless Thanks for the hard work.

[@georgebrewster7861]

What a nail biter. That last minute toad was a bacon saver. Watching you the people get to see the highs and lows a tournament angler goes through during a tournament day. Congrats on the 12th place finish. Tight Lines!

[@dillonmaher892]

I love how u put pics of the bait on the corner real nice touch!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Dillon!

[@lazeronu]

Good guy Greg sharing knowledge to fellow anglers a day before a tourney! That is awesome!

[@Longshot3531]

Yo as a fellow fisherman that morning for the first day of the tournament was pain brother but way the power thru! I said loud in my room, "no Greg! Remember what you said at practice! SLOW DOWN!" Comeback completed

[@chrisdolin1859]

Your attitude and demeanor in the fishing world (Especially the Kayak Fishing community) is 2nd to NONE..!!!!!! Love your vids brother!!! Would absolutely love to fish with or along side you one day..! I’m sure you’ve heard that a million times, but just wanted too shout that out to you.. I was born in Newport NY and growing up fished mostly the St Lawrence River. Left to Cali for the Military and long story short, fished Shasta, Whiskytown and Trinity Lakes pretty good. Now I’m back in NY in Utica. I fish out of a Predator PDL so I’m pretty set up. No motor but seriously not interested. Any keep up the great work..👍

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Chris! Haha, I'm always down to fish. Right on, you've been to some great fisheries and similar to what I've experienced! Tight lines!

[@TravisDoesKayakFishing]

Nice work. That 22 inch bass made the day look so much better.

[@FishinwithGRAMPS]

Never fished a kayak tournament, but I love watching you do it. Gonna have to give it a try.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks JT. For sure, it's a blast

[@johnburgess6572]

They just kept getting off but Greg kept cool, thats why I watch...a cool competitor

[@azkayakfisherman]

Rewarded! Great job. Heck of an August.

[@EChopp8]

That slow mo release of that 6 pounder was so fire 🔥

[@666bluegreen]

I love how excited your competitors got when you almost hooked that fish at ~ 10:00

[@swiftmuffinz9006]

fishin is tuff some times and it will all ways be tuff but some times u got to be tuffer.....great vids keep up thne work .

[@monkeyfishlee6350]

So epic when your bro poke you with his pole. Love it

[@bmiller8255]

Some great catches Greg!! Awesome weekend. I know your exhausted for that month but we loved it, thank you sir for the videos.

[@timpurdy5737]

If you don’t already bend those hooks out some for a better hook up!! Frog fishing is a amazing thing yet so frustrating lol awesome video !!!!!

[@jayfishez]

Frog fishing is one of the most rewarding bites but can be one of the most frustrating ones at the same time

[@travisbruno1988]

You great patients brother..i cant get over when bass always spit the hook and hit the lures in weird spots...it happens everywhere ..well great job and god bless keep up the hard work

[@daltonjoe9443]

Enjoyed the longer video! Keep safe in them fires also over in Cali!

[@tonyhellinger7227]

Great tourney Greg, always get excited to see your post. Feel like I’m right there fishing with you! Enjoy your break!!

[@BASSnBEER]

Greg you always kill it man!!!! AND once again theres Rus at #1 dude is the real deal

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Rus is currently the GOAT with this run!

[@EpIc_NaChO]

Can't get enough of these vids!

[@weedinacan]

Greg Sigh Blanchard. Good video 👍

[@swimbaitohio]

Best fishing channel on KZbin. Gonna need to see you throw that S-Waver and Wade Hogg though.. 🤙🏼😂 tight lines brother, Keep up the great work with the videos..

[@Kast2Katch]

Greg, you’re def one of my fav KZbin fishermen!!! Especially from a kayak. Rus is an absolute beast. He kills out here in TN as well. Tight lines man! 🎣

[@bassinbilliards6279]

Rodman has been good to me the last two weekends. The quantity has not been there but the quality was.

[@chrisbrown8748]

Dude these long videos absolutely make my freaking day👍🏽👍🏽. I’m at the halfway mark and I’m so pumped that I still have a lot of video left to watch.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Right on man, thanks for tuning in as always!

[@danielkinn782]

Told ya in a previous videos.....Rus Snyder's is a STICK. Great job Greg

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Rus is on a different level!

[@danielkinn782]

@@GregBlanchardFishing I live in Arizona now but I've fished against alot of guys you currently fish with. Carson Riley is also a helluva stick too

[@ZebPalmer]

9:54 way to call your shot. awesome!

[@dragonbreath1768]

Hey Greg enjoy your videos . Personally I only use the shimano Calcutta reel for frog fishing . The drag never slips. And when I hook up I never bow my rod to the fish . I just keep reeling and it brings in the bass and grass

[@anthonyreeder8283]

Man 6.2 would be my pb awesome fish and awesome video love it.

[@APFishingAdventures]

Dude I couldn’t help but laugh when you somehow had your line wrapped at the top, and was like, how does that even happen lol We all have those days bro, keep it up, love your videos. Fellow kayak fisherman here

[@PotatoGobbler_]

Glad I found this video! Instantly subbed.

[@Bluegillandbass]

Looks like a fun tournament your fishing in this video keep up the awesome videos

[@edgarashford2283]

You still did pretty good Greg. Never give up, 🎣🎣🎣.

[@ahkeen42]

Love it alot your tournament vidoe....keep it up

[@Trentontbo]

Greg as we saw some of the fish knocked it out of the water but think back on your practice the tourney before, trying to shake off those fish on the punch. They would take it and swim for a long time, they’ll do the same with a frog

[@maddmannziggy89]

When you miss one I feel like I’m missing them lol!! Great videos man keep it up!

[@adamgregory9198]

Most tournaments don’t allow motors, nice to see them allowed here. I’m trying to rig up a motor (like the NK 180) using the Native’s existing steering and rudder system rather than put in foot pedals or use a tiller. It looks like Greg’s Torqeedo has a similar steering system using the native’s rudder to steer.

[@djsenyi]

Nice to see a lot of Hmong anglers repping the top 10 all the time!

[@Dayhaus]

Dude I just discovered your content today and you sir are the definition of class! Great stuff keep it up! I’m just getting into kayak fishing can’t wait to pick up my first yak in April!

[@sstig13]

Man that was a struggle. Been there and worse. But that giant you got at the end was second biggest fish of the event! Pretty bad ass catch with 30 min left! I have no events for September either and I’m glad, kind of needed a break. Stay safe from all the wild fires out there I have heard it was really bad on the news. Hoping y’all get some rain big time to help.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

For sure, breaks are needed every so often. Me too man!

[@Retep33]

Love the videos!! Thanks for taking us along!

[@dirtyphil7012]

Your videos are the best

[@juliusjames5577]

You build more suspense than Stephen King! My heart can’t handle another tournament.

[@Turlesy]

Nice editing on the releases! More MTV-cribs style editing also please hahahaha. Thanks for the video bro! Thanks for the info at the end of these videos. I love hearing you talk about chatterbait technique. Keep it up

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks man, will do!!

[@Justin.Hawkins]

Dude, I have to say thanks. From watching your videos I finally went out and bought 5 Keitech football jigs and holy cow, they were slaying it. Same with a popper, haven't fished one in years, finally went and picked a few up and just catching so many fish. Keep up the vids, excited to watch this one.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

That's so awesome man. Love hearing stuff like this!

[@richardwhitefishing]

Like always, awesome video! It’s good to see you share your tricks with fellow kayak anglers out there. You inspired me to start a channel of my own fishing kayak tournaments here on the East coast.

[@mikeryan925]

Great video. Big fan

[@Bowhunt]

Greg you catch giants on practice day.. I can't even buy a bite out here.

[@fishingforadream9340]

Was worth the 40 minute watch. Weird you weren’t hooking up on all those frog bites. Saw a couple where they just either missed it or tapped it, but the ones that actually hook up or took the frog wasn’t fish on to the yak. Anyways keep them lines tight brother, keep it up. I’ll see you one day out in the waters.

[@samthesage7263]

Greg should have so many more followers! Great content as usual, Greg! Thank you

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Samuel! Man, I'm truly happy with the following and support that I have right now so all is good!

[@gregellingson7584]

I was feeling your pain all day only ended up with a 10.6 catfish on tournament day lol need to go back.

[@shake-n-bakebassin]

Dude if you would of got that first giant!! Great vid brotha!

[@TheJacobb46]

This was an awesome video bud good job even when it began awful never give up as Ike says !!!! Good job dad

[@robertcoggins5527]

Greg another awesome video I felt your pain that’s been my year . Could not get them the yak. Grinding it out though it’s hard not to get in ones own head on days like that . Thanks for sharing all that you do .

[@wgb925]

What a fish man!! You had yourself one hell of a month!

[@OptimizedOutdoors]

Always watch the practice fishing! Nice catch and the frog bite is always tricky for me too.

[@jasonice1584]

Really enjoy watching your videos I'm just getting into kayak fishing and love it I think I like fixing up stuff for my kayak more than anything

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Jason I'm right there with ya! half the fun is rigging it up and getting stuff ready for a day of fishing

[@HookLife]

Great video!

[@thaoyang8386]

You doing a great job awesome just be patient give it one second, before setting the hook

[@vanillagorilla8197]

AS ALWAYS WAY TO STAY POSITIVE 👌

[@richardgelbutis9633]

Another great video

[@jaredsmith1774]

Dang Greg I would have swore you at least pulled 5th with 87, keep up the great work your one of my favorites to watch!

[@stacenhartland9777]

“DANG SUN” If 32:24 wouldn’t of happened your conclusion speech would of been sooooo different!!! Lol,,,, “get out of here MIKE”!!! Thxs for the great months sir!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

LOL!!

[@mikeensign5634]

haahahhaah

[@stacenhartland9777]

Mike Ensign if this is the mike I think it is,,, u need to get a channel or collaborate with ol greg! Appreciate your humor! Thxs

[@mikeensign5634]

@@stacenhartland9777 ahahahahah thank You Tube is Gregs thing.I just have a great time on the sidelines lol.

[@stacenhartland9777]

Mike Ensign totally see that! Thxs for the reply, appreciate all of ya.

[@williambutler4965]

I feel you on those frustrating moments you were missing topwater fish. I would’ve laid that frog down hahaha

[@touaevang]

Yumm baits are always so slimy.

[@phajej1993]

I love that question; How good is that beer going to taste lol

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

and it tasted great!!!

[@aarondavis8224]

I love your tournament Vids. I was on the market for a boat but you have inspired me to get a kayak instead here in California boats have to be locked to certain lakes because of the quaga mussels, Kayaks arent restricted like this. You deserve more subscribers, you consistently put out great content.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thanks Aaron! Been kayak fishing since 14' and loving every minute of it. Pros and cons to both kayak and boat but the kayak will also save you a lotta stress and $$$

[@waxman68cards19]

Eggsellent finish!!!

[@NFFishing1]

Man tough day! Sometimes it's just not meant to be! Great finish to a good month of fishing!

[@clintonkingpin]

Would love to see a video walkthrough of your GoPro/video setup.

[@kennythao9558]

Wish there were nice bass in Wisconsin like the ones you constantly catch in your videos

[@dandorris8531]

Keep battling Greg.

[@darylgranger9484]

Great job Greg!!!

[@fishingwcp]

That hit at 18.34😳😳😳😳😳

[@fishingwcp]

Awesome vids man keep em coming your my fav channel and most people I knows fav channel!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thank you!

[@kfshorts1991]

awsome content.

[@mrblueskynm3968]

WTG! The giant at the end was sweet!