Remembering Aaron Martens - A Bass Fishing Legend

[@JohnCrews]

The Natural was one of a kind. One of the best bass anglers to ever hold a rod. I loved Aaron as a person. Just a great dude and already miss him.

[@Farmersforever1993]

Gonna miss his laughter and humor. His drop shot teachings were the greatest. I learned to drop shot because of him.

[@fishfighter73156]

The fishing world has lost a great ambassador for the sport. He was one of the most innovative anglers ever. RIP buddy.

[@JamesSmith-je8sw]

Who else gets on a black bird bite and wins its ! That’s awesome 😎

[@hillbillytarzan]

God bless his soul. He brought so much to bass fishing. The drop shot king imho.

[@WeeWoo93]

not an opinion. its fact.

[@FishOutLoud]

He taught me so much. He looked at Bass fishing through a different light. I was able to learn that from him and win 2 Bassmaster Boats doing it. Drop shoting

[@lannyseals2084]

I share the same opinion as well, you can't talk or think about dropshots without thinking of Aaron

[@lannyseals2084]

@James Wimer ain't that the truth brother, love watching him put in work when he found em

[@g_d_p9669]

I’ll watch this over and over till the day I die. Thanks Aaron!

[@FishingThePNW]

Heroes get remembered, but legends never die. RIP Aaron Martens.

[@formatr6]

LEGEND ON AND OFF THE WATER

[@ArkansasRiverBoy]

I had forgotten about the black bird pattern. Dude was insane.

[@timmaynard1394]

I had forgotten about that too, that was epic! He was a BEAST!

[@matta4110]

I still use that today (and not even at that lake)

[@timmaynard1394]

Truly a LEGEND! And the nicest guy ever! The Big Hogsnatcher!

[@BassholeByNatureFishing]

The thing that really gets me about him was he was only 49,,, at 28 I often forget my mortality and losing Aaron really put things into perspective with me… I absolutely love the fact that fished up until he absolutely couldn’t fish anymore.,, his last cast will forever be set apart from any last cast,, when we think of legends in the sport we often think of the old greats that made the sport, Dance, Roland Martin, Rick Clunn, Grisby, Parker! But often we forget about the legends who are blazing the trail in their prime currently and at times forget to really appreciate them while they are here Bcuz we never expect to lose them at early ages. And I think losing Aaron shined a light on that,,, our community is tight knit and this is going to bring our community together even more and make us truly appreciate our mentors, and fishermen that inspired us to get into the sport even more then we already do.,,, I don’t know how other fans feel but I look at some pros like Aaron and Randy Blauket as well as a few others like BLat and Cliff Crochet as family some of yu I even view as fathers due to the absence of mine,, And I share their ups and downs both on and off the water,, and right now I truly can say I appreciate everything Aaron Did for the sport, and will never forget him and will honor his memory with every cast I make!!! He forever and always will be A BASSMASTER!!!! I know he was a man of god and his faith was prominent in everything he did, I just know he’s catching up a storm up there in Gods Country!!!

[@steveodonnell2921]

Good stuff brother

[@JarredMurphyOutdoors]

Prayers for his family and friends. One of the greatest fisherman to ever do it. He was a innovator and a mastermind with a stick in his hand. Rest easy HOG SNATCHER.

[@CmackOneOh]

RIP Aaron Martens. You were an absolute magician on the water. Such a great fisherman, competitor and all around great dude. My condolences to all his loved ones. I’m very sorry for your loss.

[@madd0g1539]

Well said

[@CmackOneOh]

@@madd0g1539 thank you man be well

[@fishdaddyforreel]

Aarons magic will live on forever in the fishing community.

[@martywatson9796]

One of a kind. I am reliving the same feeling because my dad died the same way 21 years ago. Life isn't fair. I can definitely sympathize.

[@davidpowell5111]

God bless his family what a stand up dude...we were lucky to have him.. as the tears drip. God speed ole boy.

[@tygarrett9326]

He's one of the best-known Finesse Fishman that I've ever known but he was for his family for friends and we're all going to miss him

[@TeeWhyOG1]

My absolute favorite fisherman so happy I got to meet him. Prayers for Aaron and his family. What a great man!!

[@Sea1st]

I absolutely loved watching him fish. He wore it all on his sleeve. I remember each and every one of those wins like it was yesterday. Just an awesome competitor and a great dude. We are gonna miss you Aaron.

[@michaelwillis4532]

If you were going to pick a flower from the garden you’re always gonna pick the best one! What an incredible man he will always be to his many fans and especially his family.

[@Steve13lb12oz]

Truly a Legend. Never met him but always came off on TV as a true gentleman.

[@owenmanygoats8037]

It’s great to watch an amazing fisherman on tv. You are one of the greatest. You’ll be missed.

[@dwaynemiller1066]

Totally speechless,RIP Aaron,may God bless your family,friends and fan’s,you will be missed

[@kevinflabouyfishing5739]

Man this is tough news to take hes been a huge person who we watched and learned from in this sport! RIP Aaron

[@kennethvanderpool7933]

R.i.p.i learned a lot from watching you he'll be greatly missed by all who learned from him

[@nathanhershberger3723]

God almighty, Mr.Martens gone but definitely not forgotten! Condolences family and friends. 🙏

[@lannyseals2084]

God bless his family and friends and may he rest easy snatching hawgs with the big man upstairs! Our great sport of fishing will forever be in debt from all the joy and teaching's and hawg snatching he has blessed us with over the years... God bless and rest easy Aaron you will be missed!!!🎣🎣🎣🐐🐐🐐

[@DROPTINE]

All I can say Aaron was one of the best STICKS ever a real HAMMER ! Sooooooooo smart, Soooooo nice. When he passed it tore me up. RIP

[@JasonSt0rm]

When I found out my heart sunk. Rest In Peace Aaron Martens. My heart goes out to his family. ❤️ You will be missed on the big screen!

[@skipdockside]

No.... R.I.P. to a legend of the sport. My condolences to his family and friends. I may not have known Aaron personally but he has taught me (and thousands of others) invaluable lessons. I owe a great deal of my success on the water to Aaron. Rest in peace, brother. The bass of heaven are in trouble, the Hogsnatcher is on the water.

[@DavidMccallister65]

Man this brings tears to my eyes🥺 I'll never forget you Aaron

[@TheJacobb46]

One of the true legends to the sport and such an awesome guy he always made my day getting to watch him live being the hawg snatcher ! Aaron made me sharpen my skills as a finesse fishermen especially drop shot thanks for everything Aaron and god gained a special one with martens prayers for family and his friends and fellow anglers

[@hptubez21]

Gonna miss the laughs brought from this amazing character. One of a kind, genuine. Rest In Peace Aaron.

[@fasteddiesbbq]

RIP Aaron Martens. True professional in the sport!

[@kevingray7515]

Great person and an awesome fisherman. RIP A Mart you’ll be missed.

[@modestlj]

His work ethic when fishing was on a whole other level. He treated fishing like surgery yet still enjoyed it. He was by far a great that belongs in the hall of fame.

[@pamelaklemp5615]

Beautiful Tribute! RIP AARON.

[@thedarkmittetoast7967]

So sad to hear that ... so sad ... got no words ... have to leave a tear down ... Hope you're reached the bass kingdom Mr Martens

[@dannyyork3742]

There's been 1,000's bass pro's over last 40 years. But only 1 AARON!!! R.I.P. bro, love you, and miss you..... Forever bro!!!!!

[@sungarden4789]

GOD Bless You, Aaron. Not only were you a champion fisherman, you're a super kind man and friend. We really miss you. See you in Heaven.

[@chrislafleur2163]

Such a cool dude. The Furious Hog Snatcher will be missed. A-Mart, save a few for us.

[@BMo_215]

Sincere condolences to his family Bass fishing lost a legend…met him on the water once, we sat and talked fishing for. Awhile. Such a nice guy Will be missed and respected forever

[@perrygordon6723]

I am humbled by watching this tribute... truly Aaron was blessed in life, as others have said before ,he was another great man - a true example of how we should live. My heart goes out to his family may God continue to bless them . Rest In Peace Aaron

[@Showmethefish]

Can't say I didn't choke up...Bless you brother

[@andrewshuford]

My wife and I met Aaron a few years ago at the Hartwell classic, he was so humble and kind, he will be missed tremendously. RIP buddy.

[@alahawgdawg]

Thank You to BASS for sharing this he was amazing 👍

[@LucidoMafia]

Oh wow I just found out. He was so highly respected over here in Japan. May God watch over and keep his friends and family.

[@kylemattix5561]

Man... I dont know what to say, so heart breaking. My prayers go out to all his loved ones. He was one of the best to ever do it. Amazing man

[@slrkls]

Rest peacefully, Aaron. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and also with those who loved you. Legends are never forgotten.

[@donaldpearson7993]

So sad to hear I feel like I lost a friend but never met him just watching him on TV

[@nawinchester]

So sad to lose a great human way too early. AM was a true professional and the type of personality that brought people to bass fishing. He will be missed by many, but none more than his family. Wishing the entire Martens family the very best as they deal with the loss of AM. RIP AM!

[@dannyhudson5405]

He was great fisherman he will be missed praying for his family

[@gabemclaughlin4171]

I hope he's up there putting on a finesse clinic on the river of life! God bless him and his family! He will always be remembered as a legend

[@FishOutLoud]

Aaron, to those that knew him and fish against him was cut from a different cloth. He looked at Bass fishing through a different lens. He will be missed dearly. Aaron is in Heaven. Prayers to his Mom Carol, Leslie and the kids!

[@motorcycleislife8296]

After reading the title I thought he was retiring and was shocked, but then realized he had passed away. Man you just never know what tomorrow brings. I wish we could go back in time around 2000-2010 when bassmasters was in its prime. IT SUCKS GETTING OLDER

[@joepodlas7687]

He was one of the best fisherman of all time my heart is breaking My heart goes out to his family rip Aaron

[@dylanb.6111]

He truly adopted the drop-shot and popularized it. He was such an amazing angler in many ways, may this legend RIP

[@erichuber7827]

Such a loss to the bass fishing community. I met him once at the Classic in New Orleans boat yard. He was as nice as you could expect him to be. Condolences to his wife, family and friends.

[@rachelherena86]

Glad I got to meet him and take a picture with him RIP

[@callaseter2174]

😢 Aaron, you will be severely missed. Thanks for your fishing prowess. Thanks for your examples thru good and tough times . Your humility, your undeterred determination is such an everlasting example for us all . GOD bless your family. 🙏✝️

[@bigtimfish01]

I'm sad now. He was awesome. I learned quite a bit from him through KZbin videos

[@fishman1347]

Great man and legendary fisherman. RIP Aaron

[@DHW448]

I really enjoyed supporting him. He was so good offshore. You will be missed. Sympathy and prayers to your family.

[@elevennahalf]

Awesome guy and fisherman. RIL Aaron Martens!!!!

[@bassassassinsaw8785]

Condolences to Martens family,,will be greatly missed,May he rest in peace 🙏🙏

[@efrawley55]

So SO So sad.Just an hour ago at dinner I was telling my wife about Aaron living a healthy life, running, eating healthy, hard working, always tweaking lures to find a better way to catch fish and then how unlucky he and his family have been for him to get cancer. Then i come over to KZbin and find this post. SHIT !!! I watched and read everything he did on social media for over 10 years. Have a tear in my eye and a lump in my throat as I type this. RIP Aaron we will all remember you

[@jimmycross916]

What a great angler he was one of the best I liked the way he talked he was funny he will be missed by many prayers for his family

[@mikepuusa6084]

“I thought it was a rope but it was straight bass” legend! Who the heck would give thumbs down on this vid

[@midwestfishingandoutdoors3077]

Amazing tribute to a LEGEND!!!!!! Thank you Bassmasters for the wonderful memories. God bless is family and a wonderful soul. Aaron you will be miss greatly by your loved ones and all of us fans. Best regards, Midwest Fishing & Outdoors

[@scottbaldwin5448]

Heartbreaking..... damn I feel for his family. This hits home.... Rest In Peace

[@camronking7947]

This hit different. My paw adopted me and he was always watching fishing and hunting when he wasn’t fishing or hunting and Aaron was one of his favorites and my passed away a few weeks ago, now Aaron

[@danielyourko1714]

Such a fine young family man. He will be missed.

[@DeerHunter2581]

Bass fishing will never be the same without AMart

[@douglasspickler4925]

My condolences to the family. Aaron is definitely a legend and will be greatly missed. Thanks Aaron for all the memories. Great video BASS!

[@harrisondavis3719]

RIP Aaron Martens! God created you to be a pro fisherman that will remain in the fishing history books! God bless the whole family of Aaron!

[@trentcooper7859]

So sad to hear about this God bless his family RIP brother.

[@pdr6900]

So sad to hear this, I remember fishing around him in San Diego and going to his seminars.He was a great guy and an inspiration! Always helpful and good to talk to. Condolences to his family!

[@johnnysaechao6218]

Thanks for all u have done and taught us about bass fishing! U will b miss RIP A. Martens

[@josephabbott1907]

Rest in peace man. Sad its been a while since i watched BASS tournaments but he was my favorite

[@mikelembke5121]

The Bass fishing world lost a great person when Aaron Martin passed, such a nice person to talk to

[@todddavidson5012]

Glad I have so many great memories of Aaron. He is a legend!

[@Natureboy1607]

Bass Fishing Hall of Fame for sure ! God bless you my friend and your family !

[@DoubleTFishing]

Will be missed by all Bass anglers.

[@TacoRenders]

A truly pivotal moment for the fishing world RIP

[@auburnbassfishingteam1030]

Rest in Peace to a Legend!

[@blakeraider5312]

Missed by so many. Rest easy AM

[@KVSL30]

God bless his family. He is the one who I learned to finesse fish from and was a crucial person in making bass fishing what it is today!

[@DetroitFishigan]

Aaron is definitely in a better place fishing in hog heaven, where he is definitely the hog snatcher 🙂 🎣... RIP Mr Martens

[@440-fishermandrock8]

Anywhere is better than this miserable earth . He's lucky to not be In Any pain anymore

[@fishinmagician81]

RIP Brother, You will never be forgotten, A true gentleman and ambassador to the sport world.. Condolences to Family and Friends. ,Thank You for Sharing Him with Us...God Bless.

[@edwardthacher1622]

My condolences to the Martin family Aaron will be missed by me and my family. We’ve followed Aaron’s career since the beginning and not seeing him on tournament trail anymore will be tuff but I know he’s in the lords hands now. November 4th was a sad day for fishing. Will see him again.

[@brucemilam9909]

my god I am so sorry for his loss. a great person and a great fisherman. met him once and was very impressed with him. my sincere condolences to his family.

[@jamesnolan3224]

So sad to see him leave us. Such a great fisherman

[@codyphillips977]

That Havasu derby, with the black bird pattern back in the tulis. Has to be the the most dialed, skilled, diverse pattern I’ve ever seen. RIP to a LEGEND.

[@Wissahickonwild]

Didn't know he was sick. a very sad day. Remember and keep his memory alive.

[@johnknierim9017]

aaron martens will be missed and he was one of the best fishermen in the sport of fishing

[@acerayhill2575]

Terrible to see such a great angler go so young rest easy buddy

[@ohshititsme]

..I have no words...

[@titustelesco2870]

So sad man, great guy. Rest in peace

[@jonnyboyd7715]

Broke my heart when I heard the news. Such a great guy

[@modernviking9001]

My guy is gone, but never forgotten.... damn we lost a great.... and I do not mean his fishing skills, but he just seemed like a dude you would want to hang out with..... God bless him and his beautiful family

[@Arcasting1]

Rest In Peace Aaron Martens

[@MattyWongFishing]

Legend. He will be missed. RIP