I Caught the Flooded SPILLWAY MONSTER!!! (NEW PB!)

[@365daysofpractice]

I appreciate the respect you show fish. I can't stand videos where people let a thrashing fish dangle from a hook as it tears an increasingly large hole in its mouth. And then they drop it on the rocks. On its head. You're one of the good ones, Nick.

[@charlieclifford9312]

That rope lure was quite the veteran move there. Props!

[@TheJaymon1962]

I fished with my Uncle Dee on the Trinity in Texas using unraveled rope!

[@kevinlambert3896]

3/8 nylon rope 6 inches long one end burned and unbraid the rest get gar everytime

[@curtoloid3826]

Up here in the state of Maine, I use rope lures just like I do worm. Whenever fishing a new place I see what there is with worms or rope lures than I figure out what they like best. Rope lures are cheap and easy to make. Can get easily get 25-35 lures out of a 40 foot section of rope. Is almost as cheap as actual worms!

[@joegrande4848]

It's shows an 618 was showing fish typically eat anything the rope just proves it. Especially if fish are hungry enough

[@idkcousin]

Nothing’s more satisfying than hearing your drag peel

[@wrenchhead4378]

Amen

[@SirZim]

Amen

[@vapormissile]

Amen

[@scythianxx3178]

For real bro. Especially when it’s a HUGE bass attacking it

[@icejunki]

Totally agreed. For some it's the sounds of slots at the casino or the notification tone from your girlfriend. But not many things beat a dose of Dopamine to my brain from the drag on a reel.

[@allenjones1947]

*sees baby duck* "In an attempt to get live bait I'm going to do something drastic."

[@writerman7038]

NO

[@docv73]

When it said "30 seconds later" I thought for sure a muskie or something was gonna chomp that duck. The "Suicide Duck" and similar lures exists for a reason.

[@vapormissile]

"...see ya later buddy..."

[@RVJEDI]

@@vapormissile yes!!!

[@hughjazz2408]

I was getting ready to make that comment. Big bass and catfish love a baby duck

[@jasonmcgrogan4640]

Hey this is one of the best fishing videos I’ve seen in a very long time. That was a monster. And then to get one on a home made lure. What a fishing moment. Great one!

[@618Fishing]

Jason Mcgrogan thanks for watchin Jason! It definitely turned out to be a memorable day of fishing that’s for sure!

[@JBOutdoorliving]

Dude I give you props, I like the fact that you go to places people don't normally go, it's like an adventure every time

[@icejunki]

I don't get bothered by KZbinrs who monetize their videos. This is the first time I have ever started getting aggravated by all of the ads just because they kept popping up right when something exciting was happening. It was like someone kept walking in the room and changing the channel at the most pivotal part of my favorite movie. It was comical. Keep the great content coming and thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@pika0714]

The dude creates a homemade lure on the fly and catches a fish with it. This dude got some major BDE going on

[@jacksonallen6654]

He needs merch that says "see ya later buddy!"

[@HellcatMad]

Cafe express i think

[@Barraslayer89]

He do

[@jovannestorovic277]

And Holly Cow also ;)

[@Erick_cruz3109]

And Fish On!

[@TheKlisenby1]

100% Agree

[@apexwaters]

Just sat down to have a fea smokes and up pops the notification. What timing!! Can't wait to watch. Loving the longer videos, nick! Peace and love bro ❤

[@618Fishing]

GainsFishing thanks for watchin man!

[@thegoats20]

Dude! This video is amazing! I’ve been watching this channel for a few months now and nick really struggles at times but I’ll be damned if he doesn’t continuously put out great content without big fish even. This though was the best of both worlds with his great camera work I felt like I was next time him.

[@davissellers8769]

When he said something about live bait right after he saw that duckling I was like “what....” lol

[@rcsutter]

When I started watching this, I was saying to myself "he needs some nylon rope to catch those gar" and you didn't disappoint. They are really tough to catch on anything else. I've let them run with a bait for what seemed like an eternity, only to set the hook and miss. Small treble hooks work pretty good too. Gar are an interesting fish, throwbacks from millions of years ago with very little evolution. They made 'em right the first time. Tough armour, bony head, shaped for strong current, and they aren't stupid either.

[@jameslandon4126]

They are smart. I met this guy while fishing and he showed me some pictures of a 45 inch spotted gar he caught and the fish was missing his upper jaw almost as far back as his eyes. I could tell it was an old injury based on how it was scarred. This fish found a way to adapt to his injury and based on his belly, it didn't look like it was missing any meals.

[@rcsutter]

@@jameslandon4126 yeah they're as tough as they come. I recall years ago I caught a 4' longnose that I wanted to keep to make Gar balls from. (which are actually very good, fried fish croquettes). I slammed a 12-lb or so rock on his head and thought he was done. About 15 minutes later that tough bastard was trying to get back in the river! There's a reason they've survived for millions of years.

[@blackpearlmedia7797]

I was in the infantry for 8 years. That 550 cord can be used for EVERYTHING haha

[@harleylaughlin2155]

13b used 550 for everything lol

[@shredct3118]

That 550 literally can save your life. 🤘

[@docv73]

I bet that's not 550 cord. Real 550 cord has 2 metal stands in it. It's the ULTIMATE survival tool. You can break it down into cordage, sewing thread, fishing line, and trapping wire all with the same single strand.

[@blackpearlmedia7797]

@@docv73 have you ever snared a rabbit with 550 cord? Built hooches in the rain with it? Because I have, and I can assure you that that is in fact 550 cord

[@jonsummerville9022]

@@docv73 I'm in agreement with the above commentor...if *real* 550 cord had little metal wires in it then why did everytime I take 'the long step' at least 10 cords pop and hang down until I landed??? 11B2P 1988-1991

[@jeremiahhedeen3879]

That rope lure was awesome!!! The fact that you pulled that together man!!! Nothing but respect!!!!!

Your fishing is incredible, congratulations on your fishing equipment is very good, this place is beautiful and has big fish.👍🎣😉

[@anhl5091]

goos job nick. count me as one who thoroughly enjoys watching your vids. editing is top-notch, like a short documentary film. I also LOVE the drone footage to scout ahead. your enthusiasm and will to make a trek (not just by car but by foot as well) make me wanna go out and try some backwoods fishing. unfortunately in a BIG metro city I havent the slightest clue where my "spillways" may be. keep up the great work buddy! I've been watching a ton of your vids lately!

[@gmb205]

Wet boots, the screaming of your reel and no net to land this awesome gar. Then you know you are fishing!! Love it 👊🏻. Congrats on your pb!

[@geeman7877]

I enjoy your choice in music and I really appreciate your honesty and real ness while you fish. So refreshing!!

[@rfire731]

Thanks for another cool video! You know there are haters out there, who hate themselves and their lives so much, that they complain about anything, and everything, including your videos. I say don't watch if you don't like them. I think there are more of us who enjoy them, and appreciate him making them. Keep the videos coming, and thank you for making them.

[@TimHaunFishing]

Of all of the things I have seen on your channel, catching a gar on your improve rope lure might be the coolest so far.

[@618Fishing]

Timothy Haun thanks man!

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

I truly don't like fishing due to my impatience, but you my friend are AWESOME to watch. Never thought you would have to sneak up on fish. Guess that's why I never caught anything.

[@jamiebrucespringer9076]

Nick, again Great work with the Fishing as your vids show how happy just fishing can make you happy as your excitement for it shows anyone can fish(with practice, makes perfect) fishing, the nice footage of America, and showing us how to make a lure on the fly is Excellent. Me and my daughter watch these videos and she enjoys them as much as I do! Keep up the great work as we have notifications turned on and we love these videos so as to show how fishing can be made great fun but practice makes perfect! And your vids make it somewhat easier and that Gar, wow!, I’m in England(Britain) and we have great spillways too but not fish like yours country’s so it shows what could lurk in the deep spillways we have. Just Keep Up the Great fishing and techniques. Thanks

[@buixrule]

Dude this was awesome. I almost spit out my coffee at 13:03 when you said "where's my net? Oh it's all the way over there?" LOL

[@justingillespie8790]

Probably my favorite video yet! Some sick gar strikes. Good stuff

[@jonathanriddle3591]

I really enjoy watching your fishing videos congrats on the new PB and I would like to give you some good advice make your videos longer

[@michaelsmith7193]

Well done! That was quite the adventure you shared with us today! Enjoyed it greatly and eagerly anticipate your next outing.

[@618Fishing]

Michael Smith thanks Michael!

[@shanehirvi4641]

Gar love that shallow water and the rope lure is perfect for casting in the weed beds, lily pads and close to shore places that the gar like to hide. Too bad about the wet feet.

[@romanodouglas5714]

I'm in full support of more catch and cook videos.

[@setthehookwithtlbroyles919]

Wow Nick! Those were some big long nosed gar! Good catches man! Great video as always! Keep on doing your thing man!

[@scottalberts3229]

Wholly Crap Nick!!! My blood pressure rose as you were trying to get that first garr! Congratulations Buddy!!!

[@AGuyNamedRicky]

I enjoy how he includes plenty of footage of him not catching fish. He like all fisherman exercises patience. Not just a highlight reel of catching monsters all day and making me feel like shit

[@timandcarolgreen7382]

Growing up in Texas we fished the rice canals for massive size gars. We would use the bottom string of a guitar. One end has an eye and run the string thru a frog then make a lasso. It wasn’t the most effective method but for a couple young boys it was a thrill

[@stevefox6513]

Nice catch. Lucky that you hooked it but luck is GOOD! That baby duck better be able to navigate those scary waters with all those gar around.

[@josephaguon703]

11lbs.Gar no way!!! Without a net??? Awesome 👍🤙 home made nylon rope as a lure that is right on... Epic episode 🤙🤙🤙🤙👍

[@tr8502]

"I have a mother" said the baby duck. "I know I do. I will find her. I will. I will. Are you my mother?" Dr Seuss

[@docv73]

My son loved that book so much he could quote it verbatim before he could read.

[@yakpirate]

Are you my Author P.D. Eastman? Classic but not Seuss,sorry.

[@Spoonyforky]

That was an awesome video Nick! Keep em coming! Those Gar are gnar!

[@TheMDOutdoors2016]

Those are some MONSTER gar and I have to try this some time. As always happy fishing and tight lines my friend.

[@twigglywiggly4538]

"what's going on everybody?" - I'm watching a dude fish the waters I want to fish while im stuck at work. :(

[@matthewmusser5313]

you're watching fishing videos at work? I want that kind of job :P

[@Buckman1981]

F

[@vapormissile]

he's giving us a wholesome place - he tries hard to never cuss, he isn't scared to make a mistake or show his bandaids, and he does it with great cameras and sweet settings.

[@mike81399]

Good to be working 👍

[@danchamberlain3049]

The duck would have been great bait...🤣

[@benstiles5765]

What a cool vid, the fact that u found those big gar at the second spot totally at random was the fishing God's throwing u gift, and making a room lure and hooking up with it is so cool. I loved this video can't wait to show my buddies . As always great video Nick can't wait for the next.

[@618Fishing]

Ben Stiles thanks Ben I really appreciate it man! I definitely got lucky that day!

[@farmerbob4554]

Well done on the emergency rope lure. You got drenched but you didn’t fall on your butt. I’d call that a winning day on the water!

[@roberthern3057]

Dang!! That’s so cool watching them swim right at your bait

[@Flexatron86]

You have the best release on the fish you catch. It is like watching a Netflix documentary.

[@Prod_D]

Going fishing the handful of times I have, I have tried to take the moss/leafy-ropey plants and making a sort of fly fishing bait but can never say I’ve successfully caught a fish with it... that’s amazing that you did that !!!!

[@dannylobo209]

Hands down the best fishing channel there is here on KZbin. Keep up the great work and videos 👏🏼😁

[@618Fishing]

dannylobo209 thank you!

[@d3stoessol972]

Congrats on the gar man! So awesome! Have only seen them in bass pro aquariums. Heh.

[@bradhilton8803]

Nice fish. Those gar are super fun to catch once they get bigger like the one you caught. Keep it up man

[@hall2168]

I love your constant positive attitude!! You make fishing lots of fun!

[@prestonward7533]

Nice catches Nick. Nice Macgiver move with the rope!

[@fishrowcious4250]

Hi nick... Thanks for another awesome spillway video... And congrats with landing your new PB gar... 👍👍👍

[@robertflint4115]

Congratz on the PB......Little ducky was lucky you weren't fishing for muskie...Keep on trucking.

[@livinlifewith4times354]

Your my favorite fisherman I just discovered you and now I cant stop watching idk what it is but I feel like your different than the other guys

[@williamhopkins2545]

Hey 618 keep on keeping brother it's nice to see all the different species of fish your catching in thoses spillways aka creeks you should make a trip to Ontario and come check our spillways aka creeks anyways I very enjoy watching you cheers and tight lines.

[@tex_gil117]

Dude that was awesome! Action packed episode too.

[@jakeallen6539]

Nice job! Always a joy to watch your videos.

[@jeremielegault144]

Way to go Nick, congrats on your new PB! Great video as always!

[@joshuaw2078]

Haven’t watched it yet but already know it’s gonna be another banger 👍

[@enkeltfiske.5412]

Why🤙

[@Daanteloo]

Melvin Degervik Gewoon Melvin

[@ebnermrenbe]

One of the best 618 Fishing videos ever. That was so fun.

[@vragec_2387]

Not long ago found you on youtube...no regret 🙃 love watching ur video m8...just keep going...greetings from Croatia

[@sockeyetrout8143]

super best fish i ever saw landed. congratulations. super awesome. fantastic video.

[@billyboi8084]

I just started watching this guy recently....buuuuut with the glasses on and the way the talks he reminds me of post Malone a whole lot! Anyone else agree?

[@ernestmay3541]

You are a beast. You are a great fisherman. I am a Saudi Arabia veteran and you put the new level ro go get it. I hope to be able to fish with you sometime.

[@ronhively8826]

They are such a weird fish. Good catch and thank you for the video and release of that fish.. Very coool!

[@Harpplayer504]

Great job,you are a creative,skilled fisherman! I subscribed, and look forward to more footage!

[@dwightolter6091]

History........ they don't hunt and fish, they sport. Thank you sportie!

[@delta_yakkin5965]

i'm glad you put your rods in that way, I have the same thing for my car and had them the other way, and couldn't figure out why they sagged so much lol.

[@jessecowman4685]

That was an amazing on-the-fly lure you made! Also, congrats on your new PB!

[@jamiebrucespringer9076]

Just keep up the good work as I Love these videos as it’s entertaining to a new level, Good Fish, wildlife l, Great Shots and your shear Enjoyment of what you’re doing, and the disappointment of not landing or your Prize!. Please keep these vids coming from you soon as I get a notification whenever there’s a new one.

[@icemanrf49]

Love your videos man your the best man keep up with the great content!! Your videos help me on my fishing adventures

[@newsnowtammylynnlynn484]

you are fun to watch man i caught a lot of fish in my life but when some get exsited over fishing like you do is fun to watch

[@bradhenderson4949]

Congratulations man! That was an epic day of fishing. Everything worked out so perfect! Nice job Nick. Keep up the good work. Love these spillway videos! Damn that was cool!

[@jacksonnelson2337]

Love these vids man, please don’t stop and keep up the good work

[@EFTProf]

Terrific!!! What a day! I am so jealous as we aren't allowed to go fishing in the UK due to the CV19 thing, which has locked us in our homes for the last 6 - 7 weeks.... I am gnawing my knuckles until we get released back into the wild!

[@ChristopherSchiotis]

Totally "Macgyvered" that rope lure... You are The Man Nick!

[@michaelws6247]

Those longnose are awesome fish. I had one in a 90 gallon aquarium. Found him in a flooded field when he was about 4” long. They can change the intensity of their pigment while hunting to blend better with whatever environment they’re in.

[@618Fishing]

Michael WS6 so cool! I’ve thought about starting an aquarium with one.. very interesting fish

[@michaelws6247]

618 Fishing It’s very relaxing, I’d like to start mine up again as well.

[@jeffmorris8768]

What a monster,absolute monster.There for a while,i thought it was going to pull you in,or snap your rod in two.Great pb.Go get another one.

[@MrGray-dx8sw]

It just amazing to me seeing how excited you are about catching a gar were I'm at coosa river/ terrapin creek there are a major pest to me when I try to fish.

[@JarobJOrtiz]

This video brought a big smile to my face. Way to get creative and improvise when the opportunity presented itself.

[@backyardbuck6362]

My dad used to catch gar with piano wire. Made some kind of loop with it and it looped around their snout when they went after the bait.

[@jeremiahhatfield3023]

Absolutely love watching ur channel I’ve watched every video I try to fish every chance I get some of the catches are crazy much respect from WV 💯

[@macabee1955]

Pure adrenaline! Gar are so much fun. Great video 🐟😊

[@nonstopwill44]

I was fishing at a spillway and I got a 17 pound sturgeon on a ultra light bluegill rod and it got in the current and I chased it 200 yards down the river and caught it with no net. It was on the Wisconsin river if you were wondering.

[@Bastizilla]

Awesome video as always 👍😎

[@mozworthy]

Bear Grills, eat your heart out! Brilliant work with the rope lure!

[@josephdill1282]

That was pretty amazing. When you're willing to change your game plan, sometimes you hit it out of the park!

[@glenncollins4778]

Nick, good job. The king of hopefully. We still love ya.

[@kisins209_9]

Try plucking up string and put that on the hook and the use it vike a topwater lure the gar will attack and its teeth will hst tangled up amd it will jave no chance of getting away Ps. When the gar attacs let the line loose so it has time to tangle up Nice vids

[@stevem987]

Congratulations on that awesome looking creature, loving the videos even though we don't get none of these species in England, love it👏

[@thekernal0318]

Holy crap awesome video man! And the rope lure was brilliant

[@618Fishing]

The Kernal03 thanks for watching!

[@jlj209]

Dude, you are the man! Personal best 11lb gar on a shoreline made lure from a piece of rope in your backpack? Can’t get much more Mc. Gyver Eagle Scout than that, my friend. Nice work!

[@ianberry1713]

Ahhhh the big net! At last 😂 Even if you didn't use it. Great fish Nick.

[@rossrhodes1963]

Damn you guys in America are lucky for your diversity of freshwater fish. In southern Western Australia we only have one native freshwater fish that’s worth catching. We have introduced trout that need restocking every year. Or the feral carp and Redfin.

[@kut3m540]

Wait how are you so under rated🤷🏻‍♂️your vids are awsome man keep it up and i will constanty watch your content

[@freddavis2861]

Dude, serious props for that creativity. I would also like to see you head to Texas for some gator gar fishing

[@SaltRiverBoys]

That rope trick was AWESOME! I have heard of people doing it, but never seen it before until now 😀

[@DrDitchpickle]

Too cool! Hey can you show us your truck rod transport system? Got a glimpse in the driving part. Looks pretty sweet

[@adamsfishingchannel514]

Dude sick catches! Congrats on the pb! Great video!

[@618Fishing]

Adam's Fishing Channel thanks man!

[@dannywright477]

Awesome bro that lure was a good idea keep up the great videos man 👍👍👍👍

[@dinorider4004]

Good job man thanks for the gar tip with not being able to hook it but you have to get the teeth tangled

[@loggrad9842]

I'm glad to see a catch and cook plan because he throws back a lot of fish I'd take home for dinner.