Major Bass Boat Wreck (Never Before Seen Footage)

[@mattfields2033]

Brady’s positivity transcends fishing accidents. His story will help many outside the industry. Praying for him to feel his feet again one day.

[@Retrosmack]

Dude, this gave me absolute chills. Seeing him flip like that. What an absolute trooper for coming onto the show and telling his story.

[@Zaldaingerous]

It can happen to anyone in fog. Hopefully it helps everyone think twice on the water when it comes to boating safety

[@kennyb7883]

To thick to even be on plane

[@chrisbruce7594]

If they had been going slower it would have been much worse for him he would have landed on the rocks instead of the grass on top. His angels definitely carried him over the worst part

[@Retrosmack]

@@chrisbruce7594 didn’t even think of that. Good point.

[@carsonisfishing5757]

He gave me chills too

[@billygould7871]

Running in the fog is no joke. Brady is so inspirational. Thank you for allowing him to share his story.

[@kevingonyea]

Well done Chris and Trait for having Brady as a guest, what an unfortunate yet uplifting story. Best wishes for Brady and praying he will be in the front of the boat soon.

[@JRTFishing]

Keep pushing Brady dont let it stop you thank you for sharing your story man i got diagnosed with stage 3 blood and bone cancer with failed kidneys almost a year ago today. I spent alot of time in the hospital almost a year ago today i was told life will never be the same one day i woke up and it was different couldnt plumb or work anymore was told i couldnt fish nothing, well yesterday i hiked 3 miles with my rod in hand and left the boat at home anything is possible its having faith and a determined mindset keep fighting brother

[@waterdog3978]

Praying for you

[@mattfields2033]

Godspeed to you brother

[@WildOates]

What a story. This was a hard one for me to listen to. Brady’s story hit home with me. My son had open heart surgery at 2 days old and spent 83 days in the hospital. Now spends 2 days a week in PT and 2 days at the doc. God bless anyone in the medical/PT fields. They are truly special people.

[@stacykennemur4964]

This video came at a good time for me. I’m disabled veteran and have been mentally fighting my disability. It is such a mental fight staying positive when you lose a mobility limb. I need one of those braces for my right leg. God bless you and your family. Keep on keeping on.

[@johnhopkins947]

Keep your head up !

[@garyphillips2650]

@stacykennmur4964 I'm in the same situation, keep your head up. Man if Brady can get through this we can!!!! Thanks Chris and Trait for this podcast, thank you Brady for the inspiration.

[@waterdog3978]

Praying for you

[@Woefman911]

Stay positive, your on right side of dirt, sorry if sounds crude, wishing you the best.

[@muskietime]

My thoughts are with you Sir. You are a Hero. You are Loved. Thank You for being willing to protect my Family and myself through your Service.

[@factsoffishing]

Brady is incredible! This is incredible! Well Done Z’s

[@Zaldaingerous]

🙏

[@scottmeyer4126]

This made me emotional man. Glad this fella is even alive still! We can’t take it for granted boys and girls 💪🏽 appreciate this one Zaldain

[@NCshooter1213]

Wow. Thank god brady is able to get back out there and snatch a bass. A split second can change your life for sure. Had tears when the pics from the tourney were shown. Amazing community got together to lend a hand. Beautiful

[@kevincirba9247]

Unbelievable story. Wow. Brady is the man. Wishing him for more and more progressive recovery everyday 🙏

[@dlcook1971]

This is probably the most powerful video I have ever seen. Thankful for his recovery and pray for continued healing.

[@cfcrew6578]

It was nice to hear you give a shout out to your PT’s. I’m a PTA and it can be a thankless job, however the feelings you get when one of your patients starts making progress or walking makes it all worth it.

[@robertthierry8297]

Be praying for you Brady. Trying to cut out negative vibes in my life don't even watch the news. Every day is a blessing even the bad days.

[@mikem8502]

This guy is the definition of a warrior and an inspiration

[@jeffporter100]

A very inspirational story and such a positive attitude! I did let out a little chuckle when I heard the gasping response from Chris when Brady said I had to sell my truck and boat! I let out the same gasp when he said it as well thinking about how attached we are to our boats and trucks. Hope you get to keep fishing!

[@ElliottGFishing]

Very moving. Thank you all for sharing!

[@Mike-rr1cl]

Thank you for sharing. Everyone that gets out on the water needs a reminder. We get so caught up into the fishing and put safety second without realizing it sometimes. With your attitude and work ethic I truly believe you will be out there with your son fishing in high school.

[@andybrode2507]

Happy Brady is doing so well! Lots of etiquette opportunity in high school fishing. Many boat captains are as clueless as the anglers.

[@michaeldobyns4159]

Thank you for sharing Brady’s story. His advice is important for everyone to hear, especially for the younger anglers. Out here on the California Delta folks drive too fast in the fog using their GPS and don’t realize how dangerous it is…

[@kylequarles07]

What an inspiration Brady is!!! This was so great to hear and he puts life into perspective, “It could be worse”. Thanks for this interview and God Bless Brady and you guys!

[@bkehl1]

Very powerful message in this podcast, we’ll done. Thank you Brady for sharing your story.

[@TheREELBassic_DaD]

Safety first boys🤘🏼every 5 likes is 1 mile added to my next run 🏃‍♂️

[@Zaldaingerous]

Safety is imperative

[@TheREELBassic_DaD]

And that’s the cutoff. it’ll be one for the books. I really hope they listen and implement more safety measures for fog! Definitely wouldn’t mind getting one of those shirts!

[@creativeexperience6388]

Best of luck at 143 miles

[@Kee1928]

He isn’t running that 😂. Maybe a few miles per day for months, but not consecutively 🤣

[@jamesgibbons6292]

Evidently safety was not first here. 40mph in fog?

[@brucesmithoutdoors]

Bless this man! I’ve had both shoulders redone and both knees replaced. The knees were both at the same time. I can’t imagine the pain he endured because of how miserable I was. Amazing how he didn’t get depressed. Mad respect for Brady!!!!

[@Zaldaingerous]

Brady is inspiring. “It can always be worse”

[@nedyarb2000]

Absolutely amazing story. His positive attitude is breathtaking.

[@jeffgrope990]

Keep the positivity Brady and keep working! Incredible to hear your story, progress and healing to this point after everything. As a physical therapist assistant I feel for that poor girl, but so glad you have had great therapist working with you! Prayers for continued healing, laughter, positivity and looking forward like you do does wonders!

[@LakeProTackle]

Brady is a absolute trooper and a hell of a fisherman.

[@stevelegg955]

Chris, take this man fishing!! He is an inspiration to many people. Not only for other anglers but also for our wounded warriors who are dealing with the horrible amount of trauma. I know for one, I will save this video to share and to remind myself, it's just a fish. Thank you and Trait for this one!

[@bradcoco5224]

Brady is a helluva a good dude! And one of the best fisherman to ever live in Texas. Hope to see at Brannans this year.

[@chrissmith4143]

One of the best conversations you've had. My parents live less than a mile from that spot on the water and I've fished that stretch many times. When I heard about this I couldn't imagine how it could happen, but seeing the video is very eye opening. Thank you for sharing that. $ Donated and prayers sent up for Brady.

[@Steve-d8s]

I love how positive you are urine inspiration!!

[@basscat2107]

I have been raised on and in boats and water my whole life. My father owns a shop/dealership I have worked at forever. Water is unforgiving and there is no stopping. Fog scares the living hell out of me always has. God bless this man and his family.

[@AsianAmerican113]

I tell you what if there is one thing my Dad preached to me was running in fog ain’t worth it. Find some where to fish or just idle, just not worth it.

[@bobbyrobbins9816]

Amen Basscat.

[@walleyechannel]

Brady mission accomplished. I shutter in awe right now how many foggy nights I’ve driven in. I will definitely head your story. My prayers and God bless.

[@OldLadyAngler]

Wow. What a nightmare ordeal. Prayers for you and your family, Brady. I admire your positivity!

[@brandonbeers3469]

Thanks for doing the podcast !!! Prayers for Brady and his family as they go thru the next stages of life !!! So positive message from Brady one hell of a gentleman!!!

[@KHeinz_57]

Thank you for sharing your story!!! I’m sorry this happened. It’s super sad but you’re alive. You will be back at it!!

[@ronchambers2085]

Thanks Chris and Trait for sharing this….Brady’s story teared me up a few times…it’s inspiring to hear.

[@markedwards6106]

Great interview much needed topic with boater safety. Met Brady this past weekend at the classic. They was also 2 boating accidents during the MLF Toyota series event on Harris chain last week

[@tonymollicafishing]

What a story! Just puts in perspective how your life can change in an instant! Keep pushing Brady!

[@rileymcgill9893]

Going 40mph when he should have been idling or at most 15-20 is crazy. When that fog hits you can't see 5 ft in front of the boat and it throws your depth perception completely out of whack. It's great he doesn't blame his buddy but his buddy is at fault. He was driving recklessly. You can run a red light by accident you but if you're driving 40mph in dense fog that's not an accident. That's negligence

[@jamesgibbons6292]

Definitely a preventable incident.

[@DavidRoyal-y9o]

Wow what a story. Seems like a really good guy wish the best for him. He definitely has a good attitude towards the whole thing

[@wadecole1796]

What a story and what a strong man. Those boys are lucky to have you Brady. Keep digging buddy, you got this.

[@stevemetz115]

Very good Chris, thank you

[@OKFisherman]

Such an important subject. Thank you.

[@busterellis7188]

Glad to see your doing better. I wish you continued success on your recovery.

[@Azamorafishing]

Loved this video and podcast!

[@PeterWFishing]

thank you brady for sharing this story. fog is no joke and i appreciate you getting this message out there with chris and trait

[@josef.morillo8081]

Thank you for sharing your story. This will surely help many.

[@WaconiaBassFishingGuy]

Wow !!! have only herd about this in passing. Thanks Brady for sharing an amazing story of perseverance and how the fishing family takes care of fellow anglers. All the best to you and your family!

[@Playaj711]

Thanx for sharing this story!!Prayers for his family!!!

[@timmaurer3038]

You’re an inspiration man! Keep going! Your strength just picked me up big time. I was in an accident too. Night fishing. A preacher drinking beer in his bass boat hit us head on. Navigating with GPS. We were on the trolling motor near a point. Fog is way worse! Tournaments should require idling and trailering to other ramps until fog has lifted.

[@brianbelcher9567]

Can’t imagine what you’re going through. I’m behind more boat safety. I was fishing a tournament last year in my buddies boat and another boat collided with us and I was thrown out and broke three vertebrae and I thought the pain was unbearable at times and that was nothing compared to what you’re going through. God bless you man.

[@mjl082665]

Holy Jesus!- my whole body ached watching this one- great video

[@Zaldaingerous]

It’s a miracle Brady is still alive. I hope his story helps everyone rethink how they treat fog on the water

[@JRTFishing]

Educational video idk about great

[@coygreathouse1211]

I remember that day. Kevin and I were on the lake in a tournament and we got the news. We both stopped fishing and were in shock. Brady’s impact in the fishing world was evident before, But it’s truly evident how invaluable he really is after his accident. Really special dude.

[@jaytrudel9170]

I feel sorry for you man. I know how you feel, I broke my back and ribs in a boating accident. After watching this, alot of memories come back. Good Luck

[@kensimpson8581]

Man thats crazy, this video will definitely help me not run in fog, it is just not worth it. Thank you for sharing this. Looking forward to watching a fishing trip with you taking brady fishing.

[@Nate_Higgins]

Such an important message. Props to this man for his exceptional attitude though such a difficult situation. Also, I freakin love that painting behind Chris.

[@jobrandofishing]

Dag on. I'm glad yall are still on top of the dirt able to talk about it 💪. Be Safe & Tight Lines Everyone. 👊

[@tomp3146]

I really like these guys... Chris is shiny and a fisherwoman intellectual... Trait has lot of wisdom on the tournament side. Together they are a super duo of information and perspective... Authentic and believable. I'm all in...

[@Mattcruger]

God Bless your alive. Keep going brother! Never give up!

[@ducksinmyhearttaylor3957]

Can’t say enough for your courage and positive energy!! I know your boys will carry on the torch for you sir!! Fog is no joke and on the coast we deal with it often. 2 children from parents I went to school with just collided with a barge during duck season. One lost his life and the other is paralyzed from the neck down. Horrible situation to deal with for these families!

[@Just_DrewFishing]

This guy is a true inspiration. My hats off to this gentleman. 💯💪🏽🎣

[@garylukas3476]

God bless you brother !!! Will be pulling for you this season!!!

[@chadstarrett1239]

I’m so thankful I was able to find this video. I’m going to make my sons watch this.

[@joshuadowdle6033]

Every angler especially young anglers need to hear Brady's story. We had a high school tournament on Norman this weekend and it was clear at the taker off, but by the time we got to the upper end of the lake the fog was so thick we couldn't see. It's scary how fast something bad can happen.

[@kennylowe9404]

Prayers for your full recovery Brady! I know a lot about the pain you’re talking about. I had a knee replacement and many years later had it scoped and it got infected and it required 3 more surgeries ending with a new replacement, also, lumbar fusion x2, cervical fusion x2. Infection pain is Brutal!!

[@Private_Idaho_1]

I was in an accident back in '99 and have some lower leg problems. I use I-pilot to run my trolling motor. Keep your head up and don't let anyone else decide what you are capable of.

[@charlierobertson3432]

Listening to him, I had major flashbacks. I was in an automobile accident. I was stopped at a stop sign, got rear-ended and it pushed me in front of an 18 wheeler. I broke every bone in both my legs, including both femoral necks in my hips. I live in Kilgore, Texas. I woke up in Parkland hospital six days later, no memory of any of it. In my legs, both femors, tibias, and fibias were all compound fractures. In my right leg, the knee area, when the bones popped out, they also broke off. So I went to the hospital with no bones in my right knee. They wound up putting donated bone in, and put a rod in from my hip, down to my ankle. So I don't have a knee, and can't bend my leg. I still fish, have a boat, and go by myself a lot. I just can't stand and fish because of my balance.

[@joshblake4958]

Wow what an eye opening story thanks for sharing

[@Steve13lb12oz]

Thanks to God Brady came out of this alive. Amazing story. Thank you sir for sharing your experience. When I am on the water and see fog, I will remember this video and be more cautious

[@KHeinz_57]

You’re an inspiration!!!

[@COLBYPEARSONFISHING]

What an amazing perspective.

[@bill-qv3er]

Glad to see you recovered well. That was a bad one !!!!!!!!!!!

[@Zaldaingerous]

Brady is inspiring

[@alexbutler8223]

What a great show from a great guy about a great guy. Go Chris go man. You’re doing it right.😊

[@chrishampton8842]

What a man, terrible incident and now telling and trying to educate others, great show

[@KimberlyRob]

Wow sir you have come a long way! Glad you have such an amazing support system ❤

[@cheetoz6902]

Nothing but respect for this hero. What a great husband father and provider and a hugenormous respect for his wife a true angel sent from above. This brought tears of joy to my eyes knowing that love like this still exists not just from Family but from friends alike. God bless all of you and keep keeping on . Restored some faith in humanity for me. Much love to all of you . This takes courage to relive .

[@WHunter-s5c]

Love your content. Always genuine and informative. Growing up in south La I've been on FOG in the Mississippi Delta that I almost couldn't see an arm length ahead of us. Terrifying. The thing I don't hear anyone talking about is the trend you've covered of having multiple 12" and bigger screens at the helm and on the bow and how it absolutely blocks visibility. Not only that, but fisherman are looking down at the screens while driving more and more. Fishermen with one or more giant screens in front of him while driving a 70MPH bass boat is a recipe for disaster. Throw in 100 boat college tourneys with young anglers behind the wheel and it makes me not want to be on water. Please consider doing a follow up to this video about the danger of this trend.

[@keithpinkerton2933]

No way I can add much to this story. Positive attitude after all that. Safety first folks. It could be you. Thanks for sharing

[@bigbadjohnfamily4642]

watching this is going to me rethink some things and the close call with a floating log the other day with my kiddos in the boat I couldn't imagine something like this I pray this dude keeping pushing yall stay safe out there

[@paulletchworth2036]

Wether you are fishing or just taking the boat out , you have got to slow down to conditions your in , if you can’t see you don’t ride at 40 or 50 mph that’s nuts , people lose sight of sanity they are so caught up in winning wether it’s fishing or racing whatever it is !!!! Slow down when conditions tell you to , Brady good luck the rest of the way man , so wish you a 100% one day soon 👍👍👍👍🙏🏻

[@TNBassmanJim]

What was the driver thinking? He should have NEVER been going that fast in fog! It’s beyond nuts!

[@6to8john]

This video/story hit my heart hard. My fiancés life changed during a horrific unseen car accident. Suffered a broken back, a long with several other injuries. To have these people including your guest to come out of it at the end and still having a purpose to live is like the most important thing. These freak accidents truly show how fragile our bodies and lives are. This hits hard…🥺😢😭

[@robertavila4810]

Brady you are very inspiring man

[@sidneyjones9119]

This video has made me be even more cautious on the water. I'm guilty of being inpatient during a fog hold during tournaments. I will be patient and focus on my game plan during the wait from now on.

[@jonmartinez1855]

Honestly, we just get complacent, and accidents happen. I am he is a live and recovering. His never quit and positive attitude are a testament to him.

[@haroldrogers6566]

Absolutely fantastic video with Brady. Brady’s right, 3 seconds can change a life. But he has the right attitude, it ain’t about Brady, and he’s absolutely right!! God is good no matter what my path is to be 👍😊

[@waterdog3978]

Amen

[@sheltdog8463]

Fog is no joke, on land or water. Was on a powerboat poker run up on Lake Michigan, never been there before, we all start to roll out around 8:30-9:00 in the morning, cloudy and overcast conditions, I was around 6th or 7th to pull out and didn’t make it a hundred yards under idol throttles and out of nowhere this fog rolls in, it was so heavy and thick I couldn’t see my navigation light and I was driving my 42ft Fountain! Talk about worried about getting hit from any direction, everyone did just sit on idol in neutral. Radios don’t help if you can’t see 8ft in front of yourself. A blackout is one thing a white out is a different story! Glad this guy survived and lived to tell about it! Wishing him and his family the most well wishes and best of luck!

[@johna9904]

I was in a tourney and my buddy ran into the fog. no gps so he stopped. 2 boat flew past us at 50mph.. it was terrifying and lucky to be alive.

[@chadraper6418]

I really like your podcast it's one of the best out there! You're a great angler and a even better dude! Me and my fishing partner experienced that type of fog on Chickamauga a few years ago, fine at blast off and ran down lake and it got horrible fast we couldn't see 30 feet ahead of us. We immediately went to the bank and fished the first pocket we saw till it cleared up. Boating safety is definitely not talked about enough!

[@jefferyholland]

Been in fog a gazillion times and I am a putter. Even with mapping I am scared of hitting another boat or a floater. God bless Brady and praying for a complete recovery..

[@KHeinz_57]

This just gives me goosebumps. I’m sad to hear this story!!! Ugh

[@johncure8268]

God Bless Brady and his family. 🙏

[@skidemn]

I know exactly how that leg felt. I shattered my femur in 2010 and was on a Dilaudid drip in the hospital. Lucky for me, my doctors gave me Fentanyl and I spent five surgeries and 14 months recovering. I wish this man all the best in his recovery, as I can’t image being unable to walk that long.

[@jaredrouse9438]

We wanna see a video of y’all fishing!!

[@randyclark5323]

Before GPS and mapping I put in the fog and was going to idle down the bank and get into a marina and wait it out. Lost the bank and made a complete circle back to the ramp. It's amazing how disorienting fog can be. Even with GPS doesn't stop you from hitting another boat.

[@johna9904]

I foolishly idled into the fog once on Clearlake. figured id idle across to my buddies place, no graph, 30 minutes later idling I ended up on the other side and couldn't recognize anything. then I saw a rock pillar dock and realized I had done a complete circle and had come back to near where I started. I heard a smaller boat doing circles out there and then he would kill it, then turn it back on and then kill it. I had to use the trolling motor and hug the shore for a quarter mile back to the dock it was that bad. you could see the end of the dock posts and that was it, no house, nothing. complete whiteout.

[@devronjo025]

This is wild. I have a build back Brady shirt and didn’t even know what it was.

[@carsonisfishing5757]

We take this for granted everyday until it is taken away from us

[@rayvanacore4889]

I think he would a great ambassador to talk high schools and colleges. about what can happen in a second.

[@benjaminhurmx]

Man I’m over here like it’s allergy’s I’m alright. What a tragic yet inspiring story.

[@Oklahoma_Sportsman]

makes you realize to never take anything for granted.

[@skidemn]

Just went looking for the shirt on the 6th sense website and can’t find it.