My tricked out custom canoe

I show how to customize a canoe and make it unsinkable even with a big battery and a trolling motor! I also demonstrate the technique of getting back in the canoe if you were to fall out, which I do!

[@bapojean5981]

Legend. Show me another 80 year old that can pull themselves into a canoe like that. That is not easy.

[@dkastil]

Izzy rod he was born in 1940

[@zipzip8239]

Hell I'm 42 and have a hard enough time pulling myself into my kayak lol.

[@papaduck2443]

@@zipzip8239 Ha ha Zip Zip, Im 43 and I second your notion!! It aint easy climbing into any boat or canoe without a ladder. Let alone at 80 years old!!! Lol! Roland is such a good sport and what a legend! Happy fishing Zip!

[@markegan5330]

Roland Martin deserves to be in the pantheon of wholesomeness with Mr. Rogers, Steve Irwin and the likes.

[@thegiant573]

Presidential medal of Freedom right there.

[@devlincatcher]

I would have to agree with that.

[@redneck305xD]

I Second this motion!

[@mikecampbell5178]

If fishing can have you this lively at 80 years old, I know what I'll be doing for the rest of my life.

[@bposey69]

I wasn’t quite sold on the idea, until you showed it in action. The fact that you barely took on any water was quite impressive

[@fishtexas9780]

That's why "He's a Great American Fisherman, He'll Fish Anywhere" Roland is a legend's legend and an icon.

[@arnoldsalazar5851]

He’s a great American fisherman, he’ll fish anywhere, where there is water I know he’ll be there!!!! You win the iron man award Roland.

[@toddbishop8643]

80 yrs old and he sat with his legs crossed for 5 minutes. The man is a freak of nature.

[@arciefan]

Agreed. I am 64 and if get down like that I can hardly get back up . Not to mention I could never pull myself back in the boat like he did. He amazes me.

[@ChorusArtists]

Seriously? Did I just watch Roland, at EIGHTY YEARS OLD, climb back into a canoe?! Roland, you are The King. And thanks for the math lesson!

[@swampboysbbq]

I want to be like Roland Martin when I grow up (I'm 58). You rock, sir.

[@bebemalditos]

Unbelievable i am very impress. 80 years old!!!! My respect!

[@djwilliedwilcox3025]

The man is 80 years old and he does stuff like he's 30 lol. 👍🏿 He is the real deal 💯

[@effyoo6081]

The exhilaration of each fish you catch adds hours to your life. Roland's got a long way to go

[@douglasenzor48]

Oh yeah sonnn!

[@mattolivo]

Yes, This is what i Like about Roland he stays himself, Ive watched since I was 10 when i started Bass fishing and will continue to watch, like if you remember the helicopter lure!!! LOL

[@brianpierson7708]

Yep back in the early and I mean early 90’s wish I still had a full set or two they actually worked really good 👍👍

[@adamhalstead2561]

Those chopper lures are made for florida style fishing in the rough..Id like a kit they used to sell..brilliant concept.

[@jeremystrickland4740]

Roland redesigned them and still sells them! Look it up, he did a few videos on them

[@spfldprepper]

YOU THE MAN !!!!!!!! 80 years old and still as spry as 50 year old . When my deiends I were youngsters we would sing the intro song to your TV show on our way fishing . Leaened allot from you over the years

[@MYPLUMBERHiram]

Dude my hats off to you I am half your age and wouldn’t want to have to get back on my kayak

[@pamelaklemp5615]

Roland just proved that AGE is not a number, it's an ATTITUDE!You SLAYED IT!!! 💯♥️🙌👏. Sure glad there weren't any Gators around!

[@speckledtruth4577]

Don’t get me wrong, I like watching Scott, but I much prefer your videos Roland. You’re a timeless legend!

[@CC_Marauder]

Thank you for wearing your PFD. One should be worn every single time anyone is on the water. 👍

[@jamescoffey507]

Roland I think that's great you're passionate about fishing and you're passionate about life don't ever stop

[@papaduck2443]

Lol!!!!!!! Now this was funny but on a serious note, getting back into a canoe is no joke and those mods are a brilliant step for being able to return to your vessel should you fall out. Who on Gods green earth would give this video a thumbs down! Another classic from a true legend!

[@adamhalstead2561]

This reminds me of my pops..miss you big dad..see ya soon

[@joshmcqueen4006]

Roland Martin you are a national treasure!

[@hbarwickjr]

Lol! Enjoyed coming across this one. Almost 67 years old and Roland makes me feel so young. Fantastic video, Son..

[@epenaloza52]

Man I have a feeling you were one of the cool teachers. Mine was Mr. Green from woodshop. I regret not getting mentor by him when I had the chance this contractor business isn't easy

[@donpope5524]

Awwwesome!!! One in a million ideas! The unsinkable canoe. [One of those; Why did'nt I think of that?)Roland, YOU Rock!

[@ERone43]

This might be your best video. From the math teacher revelation to the backwoods boat mods to the unexpected cannonball. A thrill ride the whole time 👍

[@LucidoMafia]

I never knew that you were a math teacher. Awesome sir just awesome

[@edcygan]

Hey Roland 80 years old, you are a beast and my hero and an inspiration. Great video

[@kadegreen6570]

😂😂 that’s the best thing I’ve seen all day! Made my day!

[@cesarrodriguez8893]

Best fishing Channel hands down!

[@drmitofit2673]

Roland, have fun but please don't think you have to impress us with risky stunt videos. Your already a national treasure and legend. Diving in shallow water can risk neck injury.

[@drmitofit2673]

@Nickhead87 1. I am a doctor who has seen hundreds of cervical neck injuries at a level one trauma center. 2. I read Charles Krauthammer's book. He tragically broke his neck and became paralyzed in medical school but graduated reading medical textbooks on his back. I am not an random Internet nervous Nellie.

[@lon3730]

you are the coolest ive been off and on watching you since 1970 the first big bass tourny and seen you through the years and you still got it at 80 hey Im 65 and been sick the last few years but even in my 50's i dont think I could have done that and gotten back in the canoe ill watch you for as long as you want to put these vids out im your's for life i also watch your son scott!

[@mikeseal7075]

Wish I had Roland Martin for a math teacher and a camera that will throw me a life preserver hahah good work Mr. Martin love the videos keep them coming

[@thull1234]

Roland is a national treasure.

[@JaredElliott1]

This has to be one of the best episodes I've seen so far! Excellent!

[@ibanez2010]

Shoot! I know plenty of 20 year olds who couldn't get back in a canoe like that. Pretty damn fit for 80!

[@BillyGlass117]

I WAS NOT EXPECTING ROLAND TO DO THAT!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@etamaman]

I can guarantee if you did that here in PNW your muscles would’ve locked up in colder waters here. Maybe would have been so cold that you’d walk on water to get back in🥶😁 Good lesson on how to carefully climb back into canoe though👍🏻😜 You’re a great person Roland. I just missed you when you stopped by our booth at Sportsman’s Show a couple years ago. My coworkers said you visited for about 20 minutes and you were very congenial. Wish I could’ve met ya. Stay healthy man!👍🏻

[@ryanmichael3497]

😂😂😂 this is great!!! "aahhhh" I know people half his age that probably couldn't get back in!!

[@yankeedoodledandeefirecrac7518]

GREAT DEMO of that floatation on the canoe!!! thank you ill do that to mine!!!

[@eltigre6446]

That was awesome. I hope I’m half that cool when I’m 80

[@jayrough1413]

Roland is a absolute national treasure! I grew up watching him and learned so much! ROLAND I WOUKD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU

[@dansingletary7891]

That's funny Roland. You sounded like the guy jumping off the bridge in a Wonderful life. I knew that Math degree I got would come in handy one day.

[@olhippie1]

Roland you're full of life at 80 (my age too since January) . Good to see you doing so well !

[@dan776]

His garage looks about as organized as mine. Makes me feel better about it

[@sethook-ro4xh]

Roland you are the best. I love how you make videos like you are talking to close friends and family. Keep the videos and of course the bass a coming.

[@paulmadporra]

thats truly remarkable. 80yrs old - even i dont think i would have made it

[@teamfrankenmerc]

Awesome deal Mr. Martin. I think a bit lower is what many will say but when you have a second person in there like your camera man they are in the perfect spot. And then will keep the boat from capsizing from the weight transfer if one person goes in. Always enjoy watching your videos.

[@ChrisGnarley]

Algebra lesson son! It's hotter than the sun in Florida right now, don't blame you for jumping in.

[@davidnewton3064]

I love your videos. You are a completely genuine individual.

[@aaronquiroz2474]

That's real life lessons for us youngster to learn from. That just happen to yesterday... thanks for the video.

[@VeddeRob]

Just imagine going fishing with this man for the day? He forgets more in a day about fishing than I will ever learn.

[@ata1421]

The second jump was awesome 👏🏻

[@zacharymiller71]

That’s a sick canoe! It’s making me want to buy a canoe and trick it out like you

[@cwright91685]

This is awesome! I just bought a canoe from Facebook marketplace. Now I’m looking at adding these floats like you have. That’s really impressive it didn’t tip when climbing back in.

[@bluemountaindrivepae]

I been salvaging boat bumpers and keep one or two tied to the bow on my old town canoe. I got the canoe on Facebook marketplace for $450. I'm in Pittsburgh and canoe the three rivers.

[@64samsky]

Roland, I've liked you since I was a young boy, you just made me piss myself laughing! God bless you!

[@musicgems1726]

Awesome. 80yrs but mind and body very youthful, inspiring really.

[@josephnywayfarer1345]

Pretty fly for an old guy! You still got it Roland!

[@brewtankoutdoors1432]

Still showing us how it's done at 80... U are the G.O.A.T

[@stevemckenzie9287]

He used to be an algebra teacher? You da man Roland.

[@patrickclynch4780]

You are impressive and have a great sense of humor.

[@razorback1171]

You don’t look your age at all. I thought you were 60. May God Bless you. Thank you for all your outstanding videos Sir.

[@bloodtrail2351]

There is nobody that can touch you Roland, you are the absolute epitome of your profession. thank you for another one and giving us folks over 60 a little bit more confidence .

[@fapping2charts79]

I’m quite impressed. Not only did I watch you on tv when I was a little kid, I’m watching you on KZbin as an adult and you’re still able to climb back in a boat

[@NellysfishingAdventures]

Roland, this was great. Good info good DIY and jumping in the water like that was a good demo too

[@jeepslivin]

I wanna be Roland Martin when I'm 80. Your a beast!

[@robertroth6521]

I haven’t sat cross legged in 20 years. You’re amazing & look 60

[@timroyall6513]

Not many men of your age would jump in the water to test their canoe. That's really tough to get in a canoe from the water. Great job Sir!

[@suttonsplash14]

Roland you are the man! Live action! Son!

[@danscholes9132]

Great sound affects and stunt work! Gave me a much needed laugh. I will strive to be as fit as you are when I'm older. Good idea on making the canoe safer when loaded down.

[@Trevorburk1]

I am 48 and I couldn’t sit cross legged like that. And if I did I would need help to get up. I am impressed by Roland. I really enjoy these videos. I hope to one day actually find a Bass Tracker Classic XL and buy it and go fishing soon.

[@caryverhalen]

Roland will live past 100yrs. Comedian, actor, Entertainer Bob Hope also lived to a hundred years. I'm not certain what the commonality is but I know exuberance for life and a Carefree Spirit certainly help.

[@richardbelcher2618]

This man never sesis to amaze me with the thing he can do.

[@huntsman4683]

DAMM SON!!!!!! 80!! You know Mr Roland that was bad ass!! ~~~not too many men over the age of 40 that could get back in! Your in great shape!!~~ Made my day!

[@barry3bail1]

Roland why don't you take a minute a let everyone one know that we as a nation must come together at this time and respect one another. Your leadership is paramount in these times.

[@r.s.lapoint1178]

wow you're 80! I was thinking 70-72. Looking great!

[@MrGogogordo]

Wow. I'm speechless Roland. You are amazing. You are a true inspiration to all of us. I can only hope I am as agile as you at 80. Sitting there cross legged for so long. Mind blown. Thanks again for the masterclass! Keep the content comin! Cheers! GoGo

[@justinb292011]

Roland!!! Amazing video as always! Falling out of a boat at 80 years young!!!

[@russak6950]

That was very funny thanks Roland for making this!

[@Xhavokx107]

Roland still rocking at 80 I hope I’m atleast half the health of that man when I’m eighty

[@Dombruh1]

Man Roland is one great man, he is always giving tips even when he’s trying to fish. I honestly look up to Rolland such a great inspiration

[@muskietime]

That was GREAT!!! Funny, informative and could possibly save someone someday. Thank you. Be well.

[@Ryan-jx4vh]

80 years old doing what he loves. 🎣

[@johnsavage2324]

Rolland you’re crazy 😂I didn’t expect to see you pull a bill dance I was getting a kick out of that. I swear you found the fountain of youth lol I hope I can still move like you when I’m 80.

[@charlesdriggers199]

i am shaking my head right now.I That is an awesome invention. Pretty good for an old math teacher.

[@metacomputer]

Roland Martin has always had the most entertaining and interesting fishing channel on TV and now the Internet. Thank you Roland for helping millions learn to love to fish.

[@mattyjay8883]

The GOAT of tinkering!

[@bigmoemedina313]

YOU SCARED THE LIVING DAY LIGHTS OUTTA ME WHEN YOU JUMPED OUT TO THE WATER POPS!! but you also got back in quite fast!!!! Very impressive for your age I think. I also think you would've climbed back in even faster if there was an Alligator nearby. Great learning Video Pops, stay safe.

[@stanleyfoxx3227]

Nice work! You can get around into tight places and find the Bass. Makes me think of going stealth mode, nice and quite compared to a big bass boat??! Well done Sir, I like it!

[@davidstewart5014]

What a great video Mr. Martin that’s a great canoe that they’ll never sink with all them bumpers on it look like you were having a great time making That video I had a great time watching it keep up the great work Mr. Martin maybe I’ll see you on the water someday

[@charlieboutin3341]

I really enjoyed this..A math lesson from Professor Martin! You are really agile..I’m 58 in pretty good shape, and haven’t practiced getting back into my Sit-on Top kayak yet, much less a boat with sides! I am going to this weekend. Thanks for the encouragement! Great job on the canoe 🛶👍👍🙂. Loved the Life Preserver toss at the end! 😂 Best wishes Professor. God Bless

[@mikethomas5412]

I absolutely love your videos. I didn't know you were a teacher but I do learn from every video. That you.

[@pattonphotography2451]

Roland, please be careful. I’m 57 and I enjoy watching you. Stick to fishing please. No more jumpin out of the canoe. Geez

[@joshuagonzalez3287]

🤣😂🤣 been watching Roland since I was 10 this guy is awesome 👌

[@jamestemple9718]

isn't that canoe rated to carry 1400 lbs? Don't think your close to being overweight But you never would of got back in without the added stabilty and it really looks cool. You are definitly the healthiest 80 year old I can remember in forever. Your great and I hope you keep on and keep teaching

[@thereelangler2391]

Roland should post every day by 6 o'clock.

[@redcoff]

Dude, mine blown when you climbed back into the boat. Life goals!

[@chadjacobsen1]

The most I have laughed in quite awhile!!!! Good ol Roland. SON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@luisfigueroa2701]

Mr. Roland Martin is still a funny guy. Love the videos with all your knowledge to share with us. Now I see how Scott got so good.

[@toddknox685]

Great Scott Roland, I'm impressed. 1st that you can sit on a concrete floor with your legs crossed and move around like you did, and then fall out of that canoe and get back in. Wow! Now, I'm wondering if I can do that. Now, catch us a fish. That I know I can do - sometimes!

[@_DtK_]

“I’m gettin back in folks, I’m gettin back in.. I got back in folks!” LOL Love this guy