The PB Rat Gets Smashed!

Fishing the most expensive lure I've ever fished! I was sent a PB Rat to try, let's tie it on and see what we can catch!
Gear used on this trip:
Lure: PB Rat pbrat.com/
Rod: St Croix Bass X 6'6" MH F amzn.to/3PAz6iz
Reel: Daiwa Zillion SV TW G amzn.to/3PEchdT
Line: Power Pro Super Slick V2 30lb amzn.to/3NJ7jva
Pliers: Umpqua Rivergrip amzn.to/44Y3vfa
Net: Frabill amzn.to/44SXJeT (new floating version)

[@Strykenine]

Dude that opening shot...and the bird calls. Stunning.

[@hbrianunderwood4946]

Loons

[@harrygrimley4352]

​@@hbrianunderwood4946 loon is a bird.

[@jasonjohn1978]

I was thinking the same thing. Made me want to get on the water in my yak.

[@ericwakeman6665]

Yep that beautiful “north country” feel!

[@jd8745]

Gods Country

[@tillsy23]

The opening scene couldn't have been better! Fog on the water, lilly pads floating, deer calling, sunrise 👌majestic as!

[@ndyakangler]

Hitting this lake at first light is like a dream. Loading my kayak up there in the woods where I can't see the lake yet but I hear the swans and loons calling and then carting down the path to reveal smooth as glass water that looks like the clouds fell from the sky and are sitting on the surface. By far my favorite place to spend a morning!

[@tillsy23]

@ndyakangler thanks for sharing it with all of us. We don't have any water ways like that downunder

[@seanpetersen5960]

That was a loon.

[@ctjameson]

I’d have to say your videos are as close to an actual meditation that’s involved in my weekly routine. Keep up the fantastic, enjoyable, and extremely relaxing videos.

[@No-bb9mg]

Same

[@TheoryPodcastOfficial]

I feel like a collab between you and Marling Baits would be insane. He makes custom baits, and has a similar demeanor. I'd love to see you guys work together on a bait and test it

[@Tanner_Johnson]

Your the Bob Ross of fishing. I’ve followed for a while and wanted to say thank you for the great content! So relaxing and down to earth. Your not trying to be dramatic for camera. Your just fishing and bringing us along!

[@ryanbernard6550]

my GF just said this hahah

[@richardmcnamara8530]

Bobby can't fish..he can draw one!

[@AFisherofMen]

Yes! Thats exactly what I was thinking! Love Bob Ross

[@marcustimm8850]

Love it, right before going to work I get to see the best KZbin fisherman. Always appreciate the content man.

[@No-un1ei]

Hell of a reason to wake up early having a good coffee & watching this guy do what you’d rather be doing

[@James-zw2uf]

Every lure he fishes with I buy he got that million dollar voice 🤣

[@tommyrq180]

The loon call-right on cue! Perfect way to start a mirror-smooth, misty kayak fishing trip in the North Country!

[@rubickmanastry2270]

Words cannot express how much I love your videos Matt. I've been having a rough time with life and your content takes me away from this harsh realm. I look forward to your vids every week. Please keep them coming. Thanks for taking us along with you. You are the best.

[@the2060ish]

The Fish Whisperer strikes again.. 👏👏🐀🐟🐟🐟🐟

[@dakotahorn9358]

The only bad thing about your videos is that they come to an end . Thanks again for a beautiful day on the water ... great video again ,have a great fall season . Looking forward to it . I am disabled and can no longer do those things that brought me joy as a young man . At 66 yrs young , I can still experience the joy people like you bring . GOD bless and keep you , my favorite Fisherman /Kayaker !

[@richardmcnamara8530]

I am unable to fish anymore, injuries added up, love these videos!

[@connormills8639]

The loons in the background are peaceful to listen to with the sounds of the water splashing from a nice bass, GREAT VIDEO!!

[@smelltheglove2038]

I love that. So much better than music.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@smelltheglove2038 They are music!

[@irkjustice5600]

I don't think there is any bite cooler than top water. It's so exciting when all of a sudden fish just blast your lure on the surface. Nice fish, and as always, awesome video!

[@thomasstevenhebert]

When it’s a pike and they miss the first strike and come back for the second

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@thomasstevenhebert Or a 5-lb brown trout in a stream you can cross in 5 seconds

[@No-un1ei]

I have a trick fishing topwater where I get myself genuinely distracted by some noise behind me or a bird flying by while the lure is in a nice spot to get hit. As soon as your attention is off the blowup the bass sense your potential disappointment and almost always slam the lure while you aren’t looking. Give it a shot next time

[@ronaldkulas5748]

The tail on the LMB at 17.5 mins is unusually large - actually quite striking. I bet that bass really puts on the weight come fall.

[@franzsperginand113]

That's the first thing I noticed. Gigantic caudal.

[@WhaleTPK]

That struck me as well

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

Female bass.

[@trs4437]

Talk about fishing karma: premium rat lure in the mail, trophy bass in minutes. Love the channel. So good I hardly watch anything else.

[@simonj.4073]

I love your videos. I can almost smell the morning cold fresh air, the feel of the dew on my face, and the sounds of the water and the loon in the background is mesmerizing. Keep 'em coming!

[@justinberge2887]

Hey Matt! Glad you liked the mini 2-piece PB Rat! Those were some healthy looking largies and beautiful scenery as always. I have 6 of these. All different sizes and caught my PB on a 2-piece I helped hand pour with the owner of PB Rat who is a close friend of mine and a bad ass fisherman here in San Diego. All of these baits are custom made, hand poured, and tested. They are not cheap, but I have never lost one because I only throw it on braid. They are very durable and it is called PB Rat for a reason, if your PB is in the body of water you are fishing, this lure could catch it and you get to see it happen.

[@Twangtown7]

I appreciate how you take such great care of the bass...even wetting your measuring board.

[@markg1490]

What a beautiful lake. I love all the background noises. Your videos are always enjoyed, I really look forward to them. Again thank you for sharing

[@danielrasmussen5484]

Amazing intro with the bird Sound. This is what fishing is about.❤

[@carlj8724]

Really cool vid.. the fog on water.. the loon calling.. you talking quiet .. watching the rat wake slow across top of the water….great vid man!

[@NYDanglerr]

nothing like that early morning fog on the water and the sounds of nature. keep killin it man !

[@chubbrock659]

I grew up reading outdoor life and field and stream and the covers always showed these idyllic lakes and ponds, and it always looked just like where you pushed off at the beginning. Magnificent. I’m envious.

[@user-qu7xu4ep6f]

You are the only person I've ever seen tie a fisherman's knot as fast as I can. I can't tell by your technique you're used to tying it with powerpro.

[@Mass_bigbaits]

Pb rat is one of my favorites to throw. I throw the 3 piece version mostly though.

[@cliffpeebles9705]

I was shocked to learn that there was a market for lures in the $100 dollar range. The quality of your videos are top notch. That loon sounds like he is in you kayak.

[@Hshshdfb]

Most musky lures especially large or fancy ones range from 20 to 200 dollars for trolling baits lure making is a huge market

[@cliffpeebles9705]

@@Hshshdfb I can hear my old man's reaction if I told him I paid $200 for a lure. "No son of mine would pay $200 for a --- ---- lure". 😄

[@paullevine1813]

@@cliffpeebles9705 Sounds like wise old dad !!! Funny we see Matt catch fish on a Star Wars type lure that probably cost 1 dollar at best , I'll have go with your dad on this lure as opposed to the Rat Lure Matt usually uses & he catches just as many fish for a whole lot less money.

[@jackeystuart9694]

I've seen 5000.00 price tags on some custom baits,100.00 doesn't seem so expensive.

[@cliffpeebles9705]

@@paullevine1813 "Star Wars" lures is a funny term Paul. He would spend money on quality shotguns and rifles. If I snagged a $200 lure on a submerged log, I would have to take a swim to retrieve it. Enjoyed your comment.

[@jamesberreth7171]

Nothing better than a Saturday afternoon watching a new video from my favorite KZbin channel! Keep up the good work Matt!

[@karlybeachler4685]

You are the Bob Ross of fishing.

[@coleevans7418]

One of the best parts of fishing is getting a quick clean release and seeing the fish swim off to catch another day!

[@Ravelle_]

Wow this lake is beautiful, would love to just paddle there.

[@michaelsimko7694]

Loved hearing that loon with those calm, quiet conditions. The PB part of the name of the lure had me thinking peanut butter due to the body's color.

[@christinerogers5331]

Thanks, Matt, for another exciting day of top water fishing on an absolutely beautiful lake! That PB Rat produce some really nice largemouth, I really like the slow retrieve action on that lure. I can't wait to see you fish it again! Take care and be safe, anxiously awaiting your next video!

[@user-bb5em7yk9n]

There's just something to be said about seeing your infamous logo appear on my subscribed list. Watching you pull those soon-to-be lunkers out with that sweet rat sure did make my morning just a bit better. Thank you, Matt.

[@timeintheoutdoors]

Wow... going pricy on that lure! I have looked at them but just can't pull the trigger on one. Great video as always!

[@steverichardson8655]

Honestly, I'd rather pay more to support a small business who's offering a high quality product than give my hard earned $$$ to these big corporations with deep pockets like Berkley who regularly steal these artisans designs and mass produce these "rip-off" lures without even giving the small business owners an opportunity to do a collaboration.

[@paulysguitarjournal]

I love how clear the water is.

[@jordanaary2886]

Holy crap. Seeing this thumbnail with sleepy eyes I thought you were fishing with a potato 🥔 😂😂😂😂😂

[@thecrispeoutdoors3721]

And he still would have caught fish on it too lol

[@jasonhalljr8453]

PB stand for personal best rat that’s ever been fished with 😂

[@coreyroebuck2796]

Would love to see another homemade lure challenge! Or even would like to see you do a fly rod river float!

[@joshuadavis8230]

A silent shove off into a glassy mist! What an intro!! Not to mention the nice fish.

[@jbferris8074]

Great video, Matt. (Per usual)Thanks for showing us that PB Rat. I had been wanting to see one in action and your vid helped a bunch. 2 on order as I write this post👊🏻

[@cosmickidd205]

Seeing you paddle off into that water with the mist,I had to go fishing myself. Lol.great video.

[@DanKoning777]

I'd love to see this rat lure again, only next time in a side/side comparison test: the PB Rat vs the Spro BBZ-1 Rat. I think that this lake [grandpa's] would be a good location namely b/c, lakes that are typically active [regardless of lure choice], won't be as telling as a lake where you typically work for each bite. All of this is merely a suggestion b/c of the cost of the lure-fish both lures: the same day, same lake, and via alternate casts in the same location on the lake. Also-alternate the lures with regards which lure is allowed to be the "first cast" with each new location fished. Again just a thought, and thanks for this video Matt.

[@JReb71]

Always enjoy your videos . What a nice place to fish . Nice stringer too

[@dmdale3598]

You still have the best youtube videos. I don't know if you are fishing MN or ND, but the fishing is amazing.

[@ronkempner6928]

Always great sound quality. Makes it feel like I’m right there with you. Thanks.

[@TheCeraminator]

Outstanding video! That lure is $80 over my top price

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

Awesome video, well worth the 25 and a half minutes spent.😎👍

[@brodybushway4659]

You seem to be able to have success for every species you go after. Sign of a true fisherman

[@samsongausch5814]

He definitely catches them, but gotta factor in that he fishes a state with literally no people, these fish aren't seeing the pressure that many other areas are.

[@cliffpeebles9705]

​@@samsongausch5814 Yeah, and he doesn't even worry about leaving his kayak unlocked in the back of his truck. It would be gone in 60 seconds anywhere else.

[@7Kustom]

@@cliffpeebles9705which state is he in again? A lot of the lakes here in northern Wisconsin have some kind of population on them which sucks.

[@cliffpeebles9705]

@@7Kustom Our kayak guy is in North Dakota.

[@7Kustom]

@@cliffpeebles9705 thank you! I didn’t realize the bass fishing was so good in North Dakota! Makes we want to move there and get further away from people

[@Urotsukidoji1]

He catches 5 or 6 of these fish every vid,,, if I caught one like this every year I would be amazed...

[@george8214]

Super-pretty lake! Thanks for posting another fun video!

[@dagirg23]

What a way to start off a Saturday. Fishing Ross and coffee!

[@thesportsguy3609]

Great day of fishing. That new lure proved it's worth. 👍

[@ebaker60]

Good morning! Always when ndyak has uploaded a video!

[@antoniomora1255]

I anticipated one of my favourite videos from NDYakAngler in that gorgeous lake and I wasn’t disappointed. Seven bass, five of them really nice, make a most satisfactory fishing day especially if trying a new lure. A pleasant drive back home remembering it. The action of that rat is simply superb but 120 dollars…that’s too much for me. A little crazy to spend that much on a lure. Hopefully the bib and the tail of the rat will hold on for pretty long. In any case it is a topwater lure and you’re fishing on a kayak. Little risk of losing it on a snag other than an overhanging tree. Double the price of some of the most renowned Japanese swimbaits but…there seems to be many that would gladly pay that money.

[@773fishing2]

I really enjoy that you find secluded, quiet lakes and rivers. It really matches your style and makes for exciting catches when they happen

[@FRGGuideservice]

When you shook the rat it sounded like mr crabs walking 😂😂

[@stevephillips6973]

They were smart sending you that rat! No better person to show that lures potential! They're probably selling out as we speak!

[@donaldtrunk5641]

It’s always a good day when you post

[@Oscar11060]

I caught that first fish's doppleganger lol. Caught a 19 1/2 incher 3 pounds 13 oz back in july. Thanks for another great video!

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

My dad's 1940s fishing mags talked about seven-pounders.

[@knuckledragger2412]

Outstanding!! TY Sir. We have been getting smashed with rain here in middle lower peninsula of Michigan. Haven't been able to any river since mid June.

[@redbeard6606]

Looks like you had a great day. What an awesome video.

[@michaeljordan3084]

Out here in SoCal lots of people throw the various rats, the more expensive the better. lol the one thing that trips me out is if they rats SQUEEKS while it swims, they will smash the crap out of it. The louder the better.

[@randydehne8866]

Love your content,,,, feels like anyone that watching is right there with you..

[@frankeycrawford]

You videos are awesome no music no yelling. Just fishing and the sounds of nature

[@luster5497]

Yo!!! That POV intro was HARD as F**K Though!!!! Maybe I’m a bit drowsy on sleeping pills, but that was a sick nature kayak fishing intro!

[@atuuschaaw]

Wonderful video brother! Beautiful lake with some real healthy looking large mouths. ♥

[@timlasso6893]

This video is insane Love it

[@redeyeracing2]

The loon call opening shot. 🎵😁

[@shuggiemcg1]

Thats a lot of money for a basic looking lure! Great action for such a slow speed as you say! Seems to catch pretty well!

[@paulburns3165]

You make me wanna get back out in my kayak asap. Great content as always.

[@chetcoggeshall9682]

I've recently become a huge fan of your channel and you inspired me to buy a quality baitcaster and rod. I live in Massachusetts on cape cod so the freshwater fishing is nothing in comparison to yours. There's plenty of ponds and lakes but only smallmouth, largemouth and pickerel. I mostly fish saltwater for striped bass and occasionally tuna but it's a short season. Thanks for the videos and keep em coming

[@SmashingSmallies]

An inspiration to us all to get out and fish! Love a good rat lure!

[@bobbylonglade9302]

The Bob Ross of fishing videos

[@eufiend]

You've inspired me to make my own youtube videos my guy. I don't slang as hard as you but it's good fun! Thank you for the constant quality content

[@ndyakangler]

You gotta start somewhere! The first year I started my channel I only posted a few videos and maybe a hundred subscribers about a year in. It took 7-8 years to get up around 50k. It’s exciting every milestone you hit and before you know it KZbin is sending you a paycheck every month!

[@TheJacobshapiro]

just had to come back to reality after two weeks fishing in Minnesota. The bird call in the beginning brought me right back. Love your videos man!

[@bretmcafee9331]

It’s hard to believe , that every place you fish I never see anybody else out there !

[@nickbruns4379]

Top water year round with you’re videos and I love it!

[@thatfishingnoob]

The action on that lure sure is great. Nice time on the water Matt. I’m hoping to be putting in more time on the water hopefully by December.. a lot of life things going on.

[@bruced625]

I sure enjoyed the day of fishing! I can’t imagine paying $120 for a fishing lure but I’ll have to say that lure was very productive! Nice mess of fish especially the 4 lb 10 oz 👍

[@timothythompson6549]

Matt, you should try the Mouldy's Hawg Wobbler. They're not crazy expensive. Popular with muskie fishermen, they're available in three sizes I think.

[@tiberiusa.4009]

Such a great way to start a weekend morning!! Thanks for taking us along with you and showing us the peace and serenity paddling on calm water and catching some fish. Thanks.

[@AnonningAnon]

That loon call, so nostalgic

[@FishingWithBIGD]

wow what an awesome day of fishing brother, those top water hits are just so exciting !

[@tylergolka7073]

Awesome catches. For someone who fishes a lot and has the locations, I'd say once in a while it's ok to buy an expensive lure if tied properly. Gotta live a little. Thx again for bringing us to see it in action. Hopefully this fall will be good fishing.👍🎣🌳👌

[@jimb1283]

My favorite! Another rat video. Always banging'. Thanks.

[@jeffreycarter3503]

A beautiful fishing day, what a nice lake, always good to share some time with you... congratulations on 375K subscribers, glad you are doing well Matt. Thanks for sharing...

[@randallburgess46]

Always enjoy going along on your fishing 🎣 adventures. I would have to do a cost comparison on your rat 🐀 lures. I’m gonna look 👀 back at some other rat lures you used and compare. Great work.

[@thomaslove6494]

That lake is absolutely beautiful

[@fragrounds]

Man I love this channel, but the one thing I don't like is how easy you make it look! Gives me so much false hope that I can just go practically anywhere and catch something without any hassle or frustration lol. I'm picking fishing back up after many years and these videos really make you learn a lot!

[@ndyakangler]

I have plenty of trips where all I catch are dinks. Especially this year trying a bunch of new lakes, lots of shallow ones that winterkilled and had zero life and several that had a ton of stunted little bass. I’ll probably upload a couple of those dink trips this winter. I like to upload the best footage I get during summer when fishing videos get more views.

[@fragrounds]

@@ndyakangler For sure, I wish we had as many lakes here in Colorado as y'all do up there! I'll definitely be watching whatever winter content you decide to post. Even though your content isn't necessarily "educational" in a traditional sense when it comes to fishing content, I'm definitely learning a lot more from you than actual tutorials and how-to vids. Cheers!

[@jammindog1]

Wow! That lure and your mad skills....impressive combo!⚡⚡✌

[@derekilopan]

Since I am first, I will take this moment to say that as a fellow Yak Angler, I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

[@thomasspecht570]

What kayak does he use?? You know??

[@anthonylabeau6159]

Yea my vote for best fishing channel.

[@BenjySparky]

Matt, you rock! Love the channel and content. Peace

[@AvocatDude]

The first few minutes of this one where the fog was dancing over the calm water was magical. Oh the fishin was great too.

[@brianathern9154]

Just another perfect Saturday excuse to get out with Matt. 5 minutes in and he's netting a bass near 4 pounds with the loons singing in the background ☕️. I may not be into the custom $100 baits but I'd fish it if they sent me one. Great trip.

[@alanduff2205]

Really enjoy your videos, done in an excellent manner. Wish we had those muskie and pike here in the mid-south.

[@ramsesvangool3767]

That silent start made me hyperfocus right away man! U got some awesome content brother

[@marks2091]

This guy is the Bob Ross.of fishing shows. Calm soothing voice while a.bass smashes.his lure. Mesmerizing

[@kevinm594]

Best opening ever!

[@kantemirovskaya1lightninga30]

i noticed same thing... slow speed he still moves awesome