INTENSE BATTLE! 82 Pound Blue Catfish Chickamauga Dam

Revenge in Chatanooga. Road trip for a big fish pays off.

[@markhatchett7502]

CD , I’m retired, disabled, used to love chasing catfish in my younger days. I want to thank you for the hard work you do to produce these videos for me and my wife. Congrats on the big one! Your still the best. We used to love the bank videos. Especially the time you were hung in that tree and cut it up! We laughed and laughed. Keep them up Dave. Stay out of Ala. my wife loves you!

[@2olvets443]

Mark Hatchett no reason you can’t get a line wet for other fish like I have done.

[@leftovergaming9529]

I don't even fish at all anymore, but I love watching fishing videos. I used to fish here and there when I was younger, I'm 28 now, I know I'm still a young guy... However, I have a 2 & a half year old son who is a pistol and has endless amounts of energy. Plus my fiance is pregnant again with our second child, (this one is a girl) but point being I just don't have literally any time to go out myself. So, I just live vicariously through Dave and other fishermen KZbinrs who do have the time. Keep it up Dave! That Cat was a monster!

[@texasplumr]

@@leftovergaming9529 I went through that when my son was a baby. His mother was in school fulltime and I was working 60 - 80 hours a week to keep us afloat. But she eventually graduated and became a CPA and he got big enough to go with me. He's 48 now and still my best friend and fishing buddy. That can happen for you too man. Just be patient and give it time.

[@dennisdaly1957]

@@leftovergaming9529 That's a good age. I'm 70 and I caught my first fish at 2 or so my parents told me. I was in the boat with my Dad Pike fishing. Well they have a picture of me with me and the fish. I had it blown up and framed. You and him will always remember those days. Don't let them pass you by . My Daughter is 40 and she still remembers catching her first fish. My grandkids are my best fishing Buddies. What a hand full they are but it's worth all the problems and aggravation they give me. Take some time. If only a couple hours a month.

[@Last_Chance.]

God bless you brother. I wish you and your wife all the love and happiness that life can bring.

[@seniordavidmanderson9232]

Drama, suspense, action, this was like watching a good movie. Catfish Dave's legacy in the making. Legacy is the change you bring about in this world. How we made others feel, how we treated the people around us and how we made their lives better. Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.

[@blackDavidFrost_Stout_Krout]

Welcome Home

[@joegreen310]

This guy is just absolutely great for an old country boy like me who enjoys fishing. He is entertaining, knows his stuff and catches fish....big fish.

[@timduke4616]

Now that there is a true definition of a HOG💯💯💯...by the way, amazing job landing that big fish on your own, that is a achievement in itself!!!

[@kateandgeraldsmith2711]

Ur right there pal. It's hard to land those hogs by urself !

[@Evergreen7557]

I love how Dave doesn’t use any unnecessary movement of the rod nor tries to force any fish in no matter what size. He also doesn’t use any energy he doesn’t have to. He’s very efficient. There’s alot to learn from there.

[@duanet3218]

Thru thick and thin, Dave gets the big one with a grin, it was huge like a small beluga yet Dave got his revenge at Chickamauga!

[@Zeddicus_Zorander]

👏

[@stevengary6391]

Dave just want to say thank you. Love your program. It’s nice to see a normal man doing what he loves to do. Steven from Texas.

[@backwaterboatrehab]

Congrats Dave! Helluva fish Buddy!

[@user-vd4ze7dm5s]

HY!! Awesome!! I enjoy your videos for sure! Getting all my stuff ready for some good fishing! Thanks for all you do!

[@waltermajeske6726]

Damn?! Dave, you just plain make me laugh! Thanks for being there!

[@chancedickerson2897]

Such a huge fan and I know you've been wanting that big hog for a while! Proud of you and thank you for doing what you do.

[@rogerbrown5016]

Dave you are the Man!! That was the best fight I've seen ever!! That was the magic kingdom! Congrats Dave you deserve it!

[@steven-nb6rt]

Dave I love that background music. Stay with that style.

[@brandoncollins5694]

Just started watching your channel. This one is my favorite so far. Awesome

[@alexrawleigh3167]

Nice fish Dave. You are the only one I watch now. Got tired of the politics on the other channels. Thanks for keeping it real and thanks for providing these videos. Stay safe and I look forward to the next one.

[@jackkeeble9272]

Great fish and video Dave thanks for sharing man

[@TinkerinOnIt]

I like every video you upload but this is by far my favorite one i have saw . And no one desearves it more than you to catch that big ol catfish. Thank you for being the one and only Catfish Dave.

[@kesyinhsueh512]

Dave's always the best. Specially loved the scene when you released it.

[@larrybair8074]

Way to go Catfish Dave. That would have sunk J J’s paddle boat.

[@cj1541]

Never knew our river turned into little Mexico at night, sorry for the hooligans. Love to see some footage north of the Dam, Great Vid!!

[@michaeliovine2462]

That's what I thought to

[@claymac7895]

Excellent fish Dave. Thanks for the great content.

[@cuz129]

It's always fun to watch the very best do their thing. Dave is world class.

[@billymccoy10]

I am so happy to see this! You are a awesome Fisherman and deserve it more than anyone! You don't get the time on the water that others do while working.. Get'er Dave!!!

[@wespeacock793]

That makes my morning Dave! Congrats on the revenge, I've got a good spot that owes me a big one and this is inspiration to hit it a few more times this year.

[@camparker5285]

Excellent Mr.Dave crazy pole bend action had to feel amazing bringing that in keep up the good work man your like the bill dance of catfishing

[@tenncutt]

Big Dave, big bait, big wait, big fish. It's a BIG fishing video! Awesome video man!

[@troymurphy6471]

Great job Dave it's alot harder than it looks by yourself with getting it in the boat with current and talking making a video 🤟😆👍

[@slimnruby]

I never get tired of this video love the narrating music

[@netman2807]

Enjoyed the show Dave. Congrats on a great fish!

[@setthehookwithtlbroyles919]

Do it Dave! That was a monster! Super blue cat! Great video man! That's why I love your show!

[@justsurf3328]

Hi Dave! I just watched my second video of your catfish videos. I left a comment. Now I'm going to watch this one! Thanks for your efforts to make the videos. You show it like it is.

[@kurtsaxon6240]

About to roll up and sit back thanks for the grind out there Dave your the BESTTT

[@jchamjr38]

Awsome Dave! You deserved that one. You’ve been putting in the work and the time. Congrats

[@luisangeljaquez3951]

Holy moly thats a huge fish!! Great catch Dave! 👍👏👏👏👏

[@f.acatfish9077]

There you go Brother, everyone else would be modeling to the camera for 30 minutes, You care more about to release him quick and healthy, THANKS FOR DOING THAT Yeah that sounds like little Tijuana

[@cadillacdeacon]

Facts

[@larrytischler570]

Was thinking the same. Wondering how many has released in that size class. I saw a vid of him releasing one over a hundred. We are watching a legend.

[@Wilson-pu2pl]

Congratz, Dave, nice fish! Sent here from Justin’s channel. Subbed.

[@CreekLifeLureCo]

What a MONSTER holy cow. Congrats on the catch! I rarely comment but watch often, thank you for the content!

[@chrisquinn4036]

Good to see you with another Hog, thanks for sharing!

[@jasonrunyon2663]

HOLY MOLLY!!!! Great job Dave!!! Congratulations on the AWESOME fish!!!! What a slab!!!

[@ricrinehart975]

Great job Dave wife and I really enjoyed that never back up Never Back Down

[@angiemarshall1088]

Your the man!! Love how ya take the pic and release them asap

[@gregnuttall3637]

Great catch, what impressed me the most,other than the size of that Ole Girl, was how you stayed with her until she was revived, that was GREAT. We could tell you were enjoying yourself too the max. Thanks for the video Dave.!!

[@jonathancarmley3580]

Awesome I've been waiting for this from you Dave, Awesome good cat

[@joshuavanderschaaf5145]

Nice fish. This is why I watch your videos Dave. Great job ... what a tank that was .

[@ToriLynn1]

You know it’s a good fish when Dave smiles 😄 awesome catch!!

[@bigcountry634]

Good fish bud I always look forward to your videos keep em coming can't wait for the next one

[@stevehogan8829]

Wow, Go Big Blue... what a catfish Dave. Makes all the work and planning worth while. Great job Dave. Bet you slept good that night. Thanks for sharing with us

[@Frogcreek1938]

Damn man excellent show Dave love ya man and the hard dedicated work you put into your shows your the best !!!

[@brandongcookingoutdoors8532]

That's awesome man! I caught my pb blue today. 40lb I was pumped up.

[@randypierce9485]

It's been a long time coming. Awesome job Dave. Now time for a few bank videos.

[@DavidSanchez-ef1yp]

I’ve been waiting on this video

[@rogerfranks6942]

Good video Dave, keep it up I'll keep watching.

[@pw1615]

Nice fish! I have a brother in Knoxville and going to try coming in the spring for catfish .Can’t wait thanks for the video 👍🏻

[@torikatzin6246]

That one was a big beautiful HOG. Loved watching you pull it in. 🐟

[@terryspence9326]

Great Job Dave! Heck you broke a sweat on that HOG! Alway love to see what your gonna say next and see a big fish .... You got em both CONGRATS you did it and had a loud party watching ya.......Be safe Bro!

[@GSan187]

Hell yea! Glad to see you hook into a giant. Love the videos man thanks.

[@tennesseemattoutdoors5405]

Fighting those Chattanoog cats sure sounds a Ton like The last bull fight I went to. Great fish I was busting out laughing watching that boat approach you along with the 💭 in my mind. Thanks for another great one.

[@randysharpe8849]

Great catch, you make great videos and have good trips. Enjoyed your videos.

[@ryanrichards6581]

Dude you are a beast dave!...u literally curled 82 lbs! U are my hero bro love ur videos keep em coming ! God bless and love ya man!

[@daddydevito2203]

This is the best ending to any Catfish Dave Video ever. Can't wait for this season and the new boat!

[@joannknight4863]

Wow!!! I so enjoyed this video and the fight. Thanks for putting such quality fishing videos out there. I am a true fan of your videos! You are simply awesome!

[@themadcatter5849]

Those people were annoying me and I’m just watching. Oh well looks like it paid off. I’m always late on your vids, I work a lot.

[@thomasgleaton9811]

AWSOME!!! Thanks for sharing your adventures.Any ideas on how old that tank is?

[@bobbynewton9247]

See you are the legend Dave, wow what a monster had me on the edge of my seat waiting to come up congrats Dave you deserve it be safe God Bless

[@-777OUTDOORS-]

Congrats dave! Awesome fish and video buddy.

[@notsoaveragejoeoutdoors9475]

Awesome fish Dave thanks for the video

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

What an awesome fish and an awesome video. Has me fired up!! I'm driving down to the Potomac tonight to try for a giant in the morning. This video has me all the way fired up!!

[@kateandgeraldsmith2711]

That's 1 Great BIG honkin cat Dave!!! That's definitely a once in a lifetime catch man. GREAT VIDEO!

[@aussfish9995]

Epic fish Dave love your work 👊👊👊

[@mikemcdaniel2562]

And thats CAT FISH DAVE with not just another fishing Video but a BIG FISH VIDEO , Awesome catch Dave

[@wallyfirkins1664]

WOW! What a fish. Great video Dave. Chatanooga owed you that one.

[@markdishmon681]

Alright Dave, I new you still have it!!! Congratulations great video great fish....

[@Mexicocatfishing]

You lucky those people didn't have loud music!! Dagblasted!!!🤘😂🤘 you snapped!!!! And about time you play that song again!!! I miss that song! My favorite 😁 Love you Dave!!!!!

[@10000diamondeyes]

Great catch Dave! Freaking incredible. Thing is a TANK! 🌊🎣👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mikefarnkopf9813]

Epic baitfish score! Amazing catch! Wow! Great job!👍🎣

[@melvinthompson4323]

Very cool video and content thanks for posting! 😎👍🏼❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@woodworkingoutdoorsman1660]

Nice! Hell of a fish man. Keeps a guy going back for more, never know when the big one is gonna hit. Good job!!

[@michaellynch7800]

Congratulations Dave! Stay the course and you will prevail! 🐠 🐟 🎣

[@garyrenfroe454]

That was an awesome video Dave

[@leonardpennypacker]

Great job catfish Dave keep up the great work

[@josephzaleski8947]

"I'm gettin' too old for this"! I think NOT, Dave! LOL

[@Last_Chance.]

I dream of one day having a boat and being able to fish like this. Love what you're doing Dave. You're living the dream brother

[@tcarp1616]

Gawwwwd Dave! Good stuff. I was that guy that yelled at you a few weeks ago on a Tuesday night when you where down near the university of Tennessee.

[@DayzSpeck]

Thank you for that and seriously.... thank you for being you Dave. Just thanks

[@josephbrown2644]

Glad to see ole Catfish Dave score a good one. You deserve it friend after that rough patch you went through. Good luck going forward.

[@grdray2138]

Congrats Dave. Now that's one big fish. That's a fish of my dreams. Is this the biggest in the boat? Thanks for showing.

[@lnrailroad3215]

Once again, you proved "You are the man!", the "Catfishing king!" Because you never know until you throw! Great catch buddy!💯🎣👊🎣👑

[@Leakywaders54]

Your the Best!!

[@rogeranderson6668]

Greetings Dave Awesome Fish I've been following a young man who is fishing in magic kingdom. The name of his blog is Kombatt Karl like you he targets monster fish I'm glad you made the drive 🤠 It's nice to see that smile on your face again. I'd love to see you both hook up your both loners Y'all would be a riot fishing together. May you have big take downs and monster fish brother. Much peace and love from northeast Texas.

[@regularguy3202]

I love your videos man. I wish when I was in school I could have watched em and learned a true skill instead of the other crap I never use. Keep it up!!

[@richardhoule7570]

Hi Dave, Vindication is the word for the day. Wooooo !! OH YEAH congrats On the hog of a catfish . Good the see you having fun, doing a catfish video

[@rolandcarroll1171]

My hat is off to you sir! That was no easy task and been a long time coming!! Personal best since getting the boat. Congratulations!! God bless and stay safe

[@kendyal7959]

CONGRATULATIONS !!! Thanks for the video.

[@jamesbollier8408]

dang Dave that was a great catch can't help but like your vidoes

[@stevegloff2121]

That fish is about the size of this boat. Thanks for taking the time. I got this on the older app

[@laht41010]

Great fish fishing Dave. That was awesome

[@curtislongtin3577]

Great catch Dave!!!

[@billross6088]

That is one hell of a great catch and release! You took great care in releasing that fish and good on you for that! I always enjoy your videos, please keep them coming!

[@seawolfchopper7594]

Dave, you had blast with him. I enjoyed the video.

[@kpickett7730]

I'm so happy for you Dave!! Love seeing you get a good one!! REVENGE BABY!!!

[@myronhigh3527]

Great fish buddy, Congrats on a fish of a lifetime!!!🤗👍