MONSTER FISH Crushes TINY BAIT!!! (Epic Battle)

[@bradcarre5663]

Your dedication to chasing these beasts is nothing less than impressive! In March 2010, I foul hooked an 82lber while walleye fishing just down river from where you caught him. That fish is probably dead by now, but I legitamately thought it was him the whole time. Nice work, and by yourself to boot!

[@RiverCertified]

I hope I love long enough to see a fish like that. Pretty badass experience regardless of how you caught it

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

That is legit one of the most epic battles I've ever seen on KZbin. I can't believe you got him free from that many snags. 9 times out of 10 ,once they get into something it's game over when they are that big. Awesome video and awesome catch.

[@pabllam8017]

Just wanted to let you know that I have had a rough couple of days and watching this one brought up my spirits. When your time is short you pick what brings the greatest pleasure. Thank you for sharing your fun day.

[@easygarden777]

🙏❤

[@scubawoman1428]

Wishing you all the best fishing buddy

[@letsgofishing24.7]

That was Awesome!

[@shawnt9256]

Loved the in-fisherman sticker. Them brothers taught us all alot... Ron Al,the whole family are just good people.. Another fine River Certified Production

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Doug Stange was definitely my favorite of the bunch. I learned so much from that guy.

[@robertfrick6916]

Dude! That was INTENSE! Your fish fighting skills are unparalleled.

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya enjoyed it. I definitely had luck on my side that day haha

[@spudsmccatfish]

The Old Man In The Sea reference was very accurate! You got some good story telling to do on your podcast. Can’t wait to listen to them 👍

[@RiverCertified]

Thankfully I got lucky on this one and it won't be a "one that got away" story. I have enough of those haha

[@PhotonChief]

Man, the amount of skill (and luck) on display here is impressive. What a fight that fish gave you!

[@RiverCertified]

Definitely more luck. Thanks for always watching man!

[@superjbill1171]

Much better video than the last couple...Well done on getting him outta those snags.. 🤘🏼

[@luismagana2059]

By far the best video of yours I've watched in a while. But you went through quite a battle. Thanks for the adventure. Your number one riverexican.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man. It was a super fun one to edit.

[@jessewit3166]

Literally the best catch I've ever seen. Impressive

[@Zordonzig]

The fight of a lifetime. The dream scenario with all the twist/turns/ups&downs a great story is made of. It's not just a story though. You got this all on video. HELL YEAH!

[@H3yItzChris]

Broooo how did you manage to get that fish unsnagged so many times 🤣 I loved the jaws quote .." Bring him into the shallow water, Bring him into the shallow water and drown him" Congrats on the catch ole buddy

[@jonnyohio9515]

Spencer Bauer you are amazing to watch! I love you dropping the Old Man And The Sea remark. I call fish that give me grief "Dentuso" because of that book 😂.

[@tommymohlen8919]

Holy crap!! Absolut legend, well deserved man ! Stoked for that fish, hope to see one one say alongside you. Just need to find a pot of gold first 😂 Congratulations again Spencer! Stay safe Sir

[@ImPacosTacos]

The power of fresh water fish sometimes surprise me! Awesome vid yet again! The three hardest fighting freshwater fish I have ever had the chance to dangle a line on.... Wild Salmon, Sturgeon, and the big bad Flatheads.....

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! I really want to catch a salmon someday. I've heard they're crazy fighters, and what you said just adds even more to it.

[@mikeolson7188]

2 very nice Fish,thanks for takin us fishing with you Spencer.

[@camyota]

bro you have no idea how wide I smiled when you finally pulled him into the boat!!! made my whole week!

[@DudeFace007]

What a battle! Glad you landed it, what a monster! Love the video!

[@nathanielbentz]

So happy you could land that pig. My adrenaline was up the whole time watching this. Glad this didn’t become like the one that got away for you. Great video man!

[@PahaPoniesSpanishMustangs]

I couldn't wait to see if he landed it so came to comments to see... yeah that was rugged...

[@dougiemac8417]

Yes sir!!! My heart was racing faster than his. Awesome battle!!

[@haydenkrecek4157]

Do you mean the 70+ pound flathead he lost a while back

[@chuckstith838]

Using your " lighter" rigs. That's bigger than my heavy rigs.

[@nathanielbentz]

@@haydenkrecek4157 yes sir

[@edromarshall2869]

Bro I give it to you the patients you have that's some real fishig right there all I can say your a true blue catfish Fisherman. GOOD JOB BRO

[@codyeaton9832]

Lukewarm heat lol. That's the best! Thanks for the epic fight Spence. Needed a beginning of the week dose of fun!

[@chadburton4659]

Man, the heart was beating right along with ya, that was craziness!! Nice work man, and then the cherry on top with the big striped one! Keep it comin Spencer

[@rivercat8868]

Your patience is legendary! Glad you were able to land that fish, what a brute, and on light tackle, very impressive! Great video!

[@keegangowe7806]

Just wanna say thank you for the content man! Watching you fish on here got me on a roll this summer! Used some of your techniques and have been ripping 40lbers since (57 is our state record in PA). Hoping to break state record soon! Keep on inspiring us all bro!

[@RiverCertified]

Great to hear! Hope you keep beating them up!

[@jeffreybell5522]

Two absolutely beautiful fish. Congratulations on both Spence thank you so much for all of the great videos. Hope you catch alot more giants.

[@RiverCertified]

I appreciate all that very much. Hope you do the same!

[@Vagabond_88]

I come back to this video from time to time since you posted it. Still an emotional roller coaster. This one and the lost giant at the kayak.

[@RiverCertified]

It is funny how some fish just seem like they're meant to be caught, even when everything goes wrong, and some just aren't.

[@ohitslit]

Woooowwwww!! That’s was epic, intense and tested my patience for sure! Great job landing it dude. Great video 🐟🤘🏽

[@jamestboehm6450]

That's an absolute stud Spencer. Epic battle with a momentous outcome. A little shorter than I expected but a lineman set of shoulders.

[@johnhollen25]

I think we all had one of those "Just get in the Boat" moments with ya for sure ......nice catch ....

[@RiverCertified]

Haha glad I wasn't alone

[@jeremyhill4689]

Helluva day. The fight on the light tackle was awesome. Great job

[@chrishoglo3761]

Thanks for taking me on that ride! You may need some fresh drag washers after that performance. Great day on the water!

[@RiverCertified]

That's no kidding. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gueroloco510]

That's the biggest head on a flathead that I've seen since I started watching this show, what a toad!! Great job getting him in the boat🔥

[@KillinYotes]

Very nice! Would’ve even been more epic with Ryan going crazy in the background! 😆

[@stephenjohnson6841]

Damn Spencer what a great time on the water! You have to be thankful that you decided yo make that trip! Awesome flattie and wiper in the same trip can't ask for much more! Thanks for sharing!

[@RiverCertified]

I was definitely lucky on that day! Fingers crossed I can have a few more like that!

[@teammosin9999]

Nice job man!! That was epic! My heart was pounding!

[@RiverCertified]

You and me both! Thanks man!

[@TheCreepNDeath]

Absolutely epic ! My heart was racing and sinking then racing again along with yours. :)

[@johnmommens5952]

Congratulations on that one Spencer that was awesome.

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

Congratulations on that Stallion of a Flatty and much respect for the"see ya later Bud"👍👍(the bonus Wiper took it over the top😎).

[@teamcatfishfever2122]

Emotional roller coaster for sure! I'm glad you got him in man, that was an exciting battle!

[@YFZMoto]

Damn EPIC day on the River and nothing is more Fun then Light Tackle on Monster Fish it just gets the Blood Flowing, Nice Job on getting that pig in.

[@weltboy21weltzin78]

O.M.G.!!!!!! WHAT A VIDEO!!!!.......I WAS LOSING MY MIND!!!!!

[@stjames69420]

Dude that was epic!!! Had my heart pumping hearing that drag ripping off

[@ramoncasillas4490]

What an amazing video!!! My top 3 of yours for sure. I was stressing out so bad I fast forwarded the video a little lol!!! What a day. CONGRATULATIONS YOU DESERVE IT. 💯🙏🏻

[@RiverCertified]

Haha tell me about it. Thanks man!

[@chriskozdemba8488]

I like the Jaws reference. “Im gonna draw him to the shallows and drown him”. Great video 🎣🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🐟

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you got a kick outta that haha. Thanks for watching!

[@fishingnightnday]

This is one of your best videos. I was totally thinking "how the heck is his camera not dead...oh. Nevermind." Also, I too was fishing a new spot today. Literally went "light rods or not? Light. The fight will be better, or the rod or line snaps."

[@RiverCertified]

It was a fun one to edit too. Really glad ya enjoyed it. Hope you're catchin' them!

[@ElJefe-zu4ee]

Just more River Certification… way to work that beast.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man!

[@EFTProf]

THAT was the most awesome fight I have seen on here ! ! ! I am speechless.... Now I understand that you are actually named after Spencer Tracey ! ! ! I was expecting to see a bloody tuna!!!!!! So you are now the old guy and the River! 😅😂🤣😭🤓. SuperSpence!

[@justinshannon814]

That was tough just watching it. What a fish! Congrats man. Very nice Wiper too.

[@johnhubbard1959]

That was intense!! You will never forget that one.

[@RiverCertified]

I definitely will not haha. Thanks for watching man!

[@johnhubbard1959]

@@RiverCertified You have me consumed with catfishing. Just bought a boat this spring preparing for my retirement hobby and I’m driving my wife crazy and my boy says I’m going to burn out. I don’t see it that way!

[@josephlugo8338]

Wow what an epic fight! Awesome video Spencer 🤙🏼

[@donaldthomas6520]

That was a great day of fishing brother loved the video. Peace out from Ohio. Don T

[@TheDetroitman20]

I don't have the words. That was incredible. Thanks as always for sharing brother!! 🍺👍🏽👊🏽✊🏽☺💯

[@ogersteiner]

I am speachless....just speachless......wow!!!!

[@kccatfishing4929]

Spencer great footage of an exciting battle. very nice!

[@Virginiashadow]

You showed a ton of skill throughout the entire fight! The fish, he boat, the motor, current, otber poles. Good work! I was excited for about 10 minutes just watching

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks for the kind words man. Definitely a lot of luck on this one haha

[@edromarshall2869]

Wish my uncle could of seen your channel your absolutely the best catfisherman

[@bruceseifts2266]

Great fight and a great fish good video Spencer...that is why your River Certified

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Bruce!

[@anthonymedlock6793]

I googled a river and you were mentioned a long the way and in several river searches. Your Google famous somehow the honorable mentions of river certified made me proud ! Lol

[@DanielBoone337]

Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!

[@Jhossack11]

Wow-intense! Thanks RivCert!

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya enjoyed it!

[@danavandelicht1968]

That was some of the best work I have ever seen fighting and landing mister flatty, Spencer you are the man.

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you for the very kind words.

[@lynnh7694]

That's how fishing videos are made, awesome!!

[@pigsandapples]

Unbelievable fight! I'm sure 90 percent of us would have lost that fish. great work Spencer.

[@baitsinthewater95]

Patience and wisdom. Why I subscribed. Epic battle. Loved the video bro. 🤙🏾

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks for the kind words man. Glad ya enjoyed it!

[@512brook]

Dude my heart was pumping this entire video. I have been watching you for several years now. My goal is to book a trip for my son and I with you! Awesome work BRO!!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Let me know when ya want to go!

[@Gonzo1968]

Dude, epic battle! That's some bad ass braid you had on that rod to handle all those snags! Well done bro!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton man. I appreciate it!

[@jeffturner9436]

Helluva day, Spencer, Bravo! And I;m a big enough man to admit it, the Cubs have been rollin and the Brewers have been foldin. Pretty good couple of weeks for ya, Congrats.

[@tterbay]

River Guru! Definitely the best fishing video I’ve ever seen! I am so glad we got to see the fish. Even more happy that you landed it! Congratulations! 🎉 Ever since I found your channel you have entertained, educated, inspired and kept me sane during these difficult and insane times. I hope you are not offended but I think of you as a friend. I am disabled with numerous health problems and can no longer recreate in the outdoors like I used to. My health goes up and down like a roller coaster but if I ever improve to the point where I can fish again I’m going to do it with you guiding me. I look forward to that day Spencer. Stay safe and be well. Bless you, my friend. 🙏

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton man. I hope the days comes where you're up for a river trip. Take care man.

[@camyota]

I'm so freaking jealous of your boat man! super nice!

[@panfishin-fool8057]

Epic just freaking epic bro👌🏾🎣

[@johnb6084]

Wow, really enjoyed watching this. I've only ever had this type of battle surf fishing.

[@pedrocruz4710]

Dude! What a solo video. I yelled when you got him in the net. Nice work man!

[@RiverCertified]

I appreciate it a ton man. Glad ya enjoyed it!

[@Djzsolo]

Omg 😱 I was on the edge of my seat 💺 !!! You did awesome 😎 I kept yelling don’t loose it lol 😂!!! Man that was the most adrenaline pumping videos I’ve seen !!! I can’t believe how many snags you got him out of !! Awesome job and the cherry 🍒 on top the wiper fat boy !!! Awesome video spencer!!!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! I'm glad ya enjoyed it! It was a fun one to edit haha

[@TCarstens1]

Dude. Congrats on that one, bud! What a day. Hope for a fight like that with heavy tackle in November

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! A fight like that on the tackle I'm bringing would definitely be the fish of my dreams.

[@ricrinehart975]

Epic awesome battle Spencer that was really fun to watch great job

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelbaker8584]

Old man and the sea? Nope. Young man on the river. Great fishing as always.

[@RiverCertified]

I like that better. Thanks man!

[@TheJaymon1962]

Awesome job Spencer! Congrats

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks a ton man!

[@FishingWithChris_Tv]

You handled that much better than I would have 😆

[@RiverCertified]

Haha just lucky on this one

[@blkmagicwmn4461]

Spencer... I was so happy to see that fish after how long you fought to get him in the boat. Good job 👏 👍 👌

[@jeffreyneely9283]

Wow Spencer enjoyed watching you land that monster, envy is all I got. Kudos man.

[@oamconstruction]

Best fishing video ever!

[@edwardsmith7319]

I just love watching you fish and cook and see Ryan.just make you do the cooking

[@RamblingMadMan2]

dude congrats on that pig!! hope you have a good rest of the season!! good luck and tight lines 🤘

[@jthunter4759]

Nice fish buddy! Enjoy all your videos

[@fishflex]

My favorite video of yours by far! Awesome Spencer! 👍

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was an awesome day and super fun to relive it while I was editing.

[@fishflex]

@@RiverCertified I have fished my whole life but am new to the creating aspect (KZbin). Getting to relive these experiences while editing is "almost" as fun as the experience itself. Thanks for being an influence to get me creating my own videos! 👊

[@dalehayslip5008]

Great video Spencer I was for sure you was going to loose the flathead in one of those snagged but you worked him out great Fishin buddy

[@davidmartinez9702]

Epic battle ! Didn't think you were gonna get him in the boat . I got nervous and was sweating just watching.

[@joenorton5854]

A couple giants !! Nice day on the water

[@joshuawilson5149]

Wow dude! What a fight. Great video bud. 😎🤙

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! Glad ya enjoyed it!

[@scottodonahoe9505]

This is the exact reason why I fish ! The Mississippi river is awesome , you never know what or how big it's gonna be !

[@RiverCertified]

Absolutely. Especially in a place like that!

[@mauricenations7511]

That’s awesome Man. Congratulations on a great catch. Enjoyed the video.

[@phillipmertz5754]

Absolutely love and hate that feeling! So taxing! So great!

[@RiverCertified]

I don't think you could have described that any better haha

[@shauncilli3912]

That kind of fight and result is what makes the sport of fishing. " EPIC" is correct. 💪

[@RiverCertified]

I totally agree man. Thanks for watching!

[@randymyers2252]

What a fight, and what a nice fish on spinning gear. Amazing!

[@blazerplays1]

straight beast spenc amazing fight and a huge clutch on getting that thing out of the snag!! congrats on 125k!!

[@fishinwithish]

Man that was freakin awesome fight! Was on the edge or my seat the whole time!!!

[@johnbachman3835]

That wore me out too just sitting on the couch. Think I will take a break now and recoup lol. Keep up the great videos

[@RiverCertified]

Haha hell yeah. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@doingitwithdylan8851]

That guys an absolute tank glad to see you pull it off I was on the edge off my seat everytime he ran with it

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man. Glad ya enjoyed it.

[@GrimReaper68440]

Giant Flatheads, Giant Wippers ohmy ! Nice session. Take care my friend.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks! You too!