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[@collinstjc]

I'm telling you son ... the man is a walking, talking, fish hunting machine ... he explains more about fishing in 20 minutes than I've forgotten in a lifetime ... a living museum of bass fishing's last 50 years and a legend to guide the next 50. It is simply amazing. The best part is the love of the craft. You see many stars from major sports achieving trophies and honors and then walking away due to boredom or opportunities for more money. Not Roland! Here he is, still in his prime, still dealing and creating, still tinkering with a half dozen boats, still loving fishing at every level, and best of all now making great youtube videos that make us feel like we're in his backyard. If you don't like this stuff there is something wrong. Roland, these are better than any made for TV video you ever did. I know it's a lot of work and you probably aren't getting paid as much ... but we sure do appreciate the effort you're putting in (especially hauling all of those boats out today for the grand tour)! Thank you.

[@endokrin7897]

I just found Roland a few days ago and already love him! What a great guy. I don't know if he makes his own videos and does the online marketing/KZbin thing (or if he has help,) but with a little bit of tweaking the basics, he'd get hundreds of thousands of views per video. (I'm thinking longer descriptions, better linking, gear lists and affiliate programs, playlists and info cards, etc) Nothing too flashy because that's not his style. I'm not much of a fisherman, but I could watch Roland Martin all day; he seems so nice and enthusiastic!!! I'd watch him talk about anything!😁👍👌

[@ronthompson2366]

Roland... Jimmy... Hank and Bill... you gentlemen are the godfathers of the Bass fishing industry. For reasons just like what you have presented here. Forever the teachers / professors and you cover and show every part of the spectrum. At your level you can sit in a fully equipped 70k bassboat and never look back. Yet you continue to fish and show everyone how much you can enjoy fishing... in a basic affordable and functional Jon boat or canoe. Here you gentlemen have reached the pinnacle of your career and profession... I have watched you since your beginning... and you have not forgotten what got you there... the love of fishing. Just get out and fish. Be it from a 70k fully rigged Bassboat or a homemade fully functional canoe. I hope all the up and coming fishermen in the sport / industry today. Listen and learn from you gentlemen. Thank you Mr. Martin for all you have and continue to do for us fishermen and the sport / industry.

[@sdhlkfhalkjgd]

I love the fact that one of the most well known professional fisherman ever has a jon boat with a homemade rudder made out of a 2x4 and some plywood!

[@jkhotshotllc1]

And an Old Town that’s almost 3 decades old that he’s as proud of as a $70k deal boat.

[@diefreemediagroup]

Humble. He name dropped Bass Pro as the actual owner, even though he could buy 10 of those boats 😂

[@jawbonelive3813]

I love watching this guy...just so real and honest...no fluff, no bs...just transparent and real. I like it.

[@endokrin7897]

Very reel!

[@deepsouthboggers]

I grew up watching this man. What has always inspired me is how passionate he is about the outdoors. To see him with the same intensity of excitement over a 30 year old canoe as a brand new bass boat is testament.

[@nathan-1208]

Mr. Roland, I am in my forties and have been watching you since I was 8 years old. And I gotta say, I will never tire of watching you fish and tell fishing stories and such. Glad to aee you are still at it! What a legend you are and master of the art of catching fish!

[@RhinoVenturesOutdoors]

Thanks Roland for the tour of all your toys! If BOAT stands for "bust out another thousand", I don't want to think about how many you have to bust out! Man I bet you have a lot of fun!

[@randyc3455]

Roland, you are a national treasure. I live in Central Florida and fish at least two days a week (usually several more). I’m 54, and this time of year in Florida is brutal with the heat and humidity. I can only dream that when I’m 25+ senior to now, I can still have the energy and passion for life that you have! I hope I can shake you hand some day...Covid notwithstanding!

[@josephmcgee8450]

Roland, I believe a metal building would work to keep your boats out of weather. You have helped so many and we Thank You!

[@AnglingBuzz]

Roland your still one my favorite person in the fishing industry to hang out with , whats fascinating you never change your enthusiasm associated to the sport of angling is amazing . James Lindner

[@garyolderthandirt6717]

Thanks for the run down on boats, I have a 16' fisher bass boat that is 20 years old and a 10' kayak. I use the kayak more because I like small water and the solitude of being by myself when fishing. Planning a trip to the Everglades to fish the canals in October looking to catch my first peacock bass as well. Thanks for keeping fishing real.

[@ryanjepsen4315]

Some of the best fishing content on KZbin. Keep it up, Roland!!

[@JasonLeming1980]

Mr. Martin, I'm a senior enlisted Army soldier and it would be a dream come true if I could come fishing with you even for an hour.... when I was a little guy I used to watch you and Bill Dance on ESPN in the early 90's. I still play your entro song right before I go on the water. I know it's a long shot but if there was any way that you would or could give a Army Vet a fishing lesson by a legend that would be just excellent. Anyways I know it probably wouldn't happen but at least a man can dream.

[@RolandMartinOutdoors]

When I was growing up I always wanted to fish with Jason Lucas, angling editor of Sports Afield Magazine. I did fish with Homer Circle, Jason's replacement as editor so I asked Homer to set up a fishing trip with me and Jason. Which he did but Jason was suffering from lung cancer, he was a heavy smoker, and just about the time I was to go fishing with Jason, he passed away! I don't smoke!

[@jasonscott8520]

I honestly love this guy. Grew up watching him on t.v. and now get to "stay in touch" through youtube. So real and transparent. He's taught me all I know about fishing.

[@georgeneckrock7575]

Your enthusiasm the fishing has not dwindled 1iota in the past 50. you teaching us how to use a baitcaster properly and how to set it up plus the different strengths in different knots have been really fantastic to me thank you

[@richardbumpuscjf347]

Years ago I launched my Triton at Clear Lake for a club tournament. I had no less than $50k in equipment including the boat. I had a full assortment of tackle including some $20 jerk baits, plastics and some very expensive swim baits. As I launched I observed an elderly heavy set, black lady fishing off the dock. She has a small tackle box a lawn chair and a 4500 spinning real and an old fiberglass rod. She was throwing a white crappie jig. I came back in a 3:00 with around 14 lbs. which is nothing for Clear Lake. I asked the lady if I could see her stringer. She had a nice limit of bass that I estimate went about 22lbs. She told me she caught them all off the dock on the white crappie jig. Sitting in her lawn chair. At that point in my life I realized I had been a victim of the bass fishing industrial complex. Lol!! Thanks for your videos, much enjoyed!

[@aureliusva]

Man all the years I watched Roland Martin on television I never thought I would see him as cool as I do now giving selfie tours on KZbin. Thanks man this is some really cool stuff.

[@SparksFlyin]

I love when you explain the behind the scenes of pro fishing. Cool!

[@hunterspinks7953]

Mr Martin, thank you for making these videos. It takes a lot of time and dedication to make these videos but you keep doing it! Thank you because it's awesome to be able to learn from legends like you.

[@OchoVerde]

Hey Roland Martin! My dad, Jimmy Fleming, fished with you at Bill Jones Fish Camp and the gang on the Diversion Canal of Santee Cooper many years back in the 1970's! I remember some of those characters to this day. Sarge, Odel, and Patsy(one of the cooks). We used to chunk floating Rapalas at night in the cuts of the canal when they were "pulling water" and caught some nice "Rockfish"(Striped Bass of Course). I'm living in Charleston--Frank

[@RolandMartinOutdoors]

I fished with your dad many times. He was a great guy ! I couldn't believe his ending , it just didn't make any sense for he seemed so happy!

[@OchoVerde]

@@RolandMartinOutdoors We thought the same. I still have my signed copy of "101 Bass Catching Secrets" sitting right in the middle of my bookcase!

[@Staytru23]

Mr. Martin, I am now 37 years old and just started fishing. I know absolutely nothing about it except for one thing. That one thing is you Sir. You and Scott are the reason why I started fishing. Thank you for all you've done for the fishing industry and for all fisherman, new and veteran alike. Thank you Sir.

[@terryhoyt]

Enjoy watching your you tube videos. I moved to Laurel Md in 1968 about 2 miles from Rocky George Reservoir and fished there and Loch Raven.

[@waynegilchrist1596]

You are giving really sound advice Roland Martin. BTW I have always considered your theme song ,. "The Roland Martin Fishing Show," as my favorite.

[@arciefan]

Just an excellent presentation! Believe me I understand that's a lot of work getting all them boats out , lining them up, putting them back, just a great job Roland. Love seeing all the Bass Pro Shops boats and equipment, because I've seen enough of Mr. Morris to know he like yourself is a great guy. Thanks again!

[@GMguy-wv4qc]

What a presentation! I can’t say it enough, there are very few professionals that would take the time to do this and be so down to earth. We often get caught up in thinking our gear or setup isn’t good enough or fancy enough..I was in my late 30s before I finally appreciated getting out there as often as possible is where it’s at and it doesn’t take the most expensive toys to accomplish that. I’ve enjoyed and been blessed with many good days on the water and in the woods with regular joe equipment and fairly limited funds and I wouldn’t take a minute of it back. Thank you Mr. Martin for taking the time to make these videos and continuing to inspire us with your passion!

[@owlandbear1220]

Always sharing knowledge generously. I could watch your videos on a continuous loop 24/7. Fishing in his DIY catamaran at 14! Now that is some street cred boys! Thanks, Mr. Martin for all you do for the audience and the sporting community.

[@PGeorge61]

New subscriber, long time fan. Been following you since the 70's. When my kids started fishing, I used to tell them..."When you set that hook, and you feel that fish pulling...you say, Whoa, Son!" My younger brother and I said that every time we caught a big'n. Glad to be be a part of your you tube adventures!

[@whittamps]

What a life you have worked so hard to achieve. I sneak out before work after I watch your videos the evening before. You are an inspiration. Thanks!

[@willieharmon644]

I just watched the perfect boat video and I'm glad I did. As a young man I would watch the BASS tournaments on TV Saturday's learning the skills that make me a good fisherman. I eventually saved enough to buy a scanoe (a canoe with a flat back and wider beam) and did some customization. Recently I've acquired other boats I'm upgrading to fit my fishing needs. After meeting and taking a photo with Roland in Harrisburg, Pa. I learned about this media platform and here I am still learning from legends that I'm on the right tract in my boat purchases. Thanks for being such a warm and welcoming man and the continuation of teaching me the skills of fishing like a pro. It was truly an honor to talk with you and I'll cherish the experience. I look forward to seeing you in the future. An endearing fan, Willie Harmon

[@5minutes4fighting95]

AGM, Absorbed Glass Mat. Awesome setups Roland, simple yet complete, not much more anyone really needs. Always enjoying the content, keep up the great work.

[@papaduck2443]

Now this was a cool video Roland. You are obviously a very wealthy man because of your talent and successes and you have boats that are old and faded and home made upgraded. I love it! And thanks for that info about how the pros are often lended those $70,000 boats. So many people think they need $70,000 boats to compete in tournements and I cant tell you how many guys that I see buy them just to go fishing in that dont even fish in tournements. Hey, if thats what ya want then go for it but if you think you need it because the pros use them then think again. Thanks for the info and your honesty Roland! And thank you again for your service in the military for our great nation! God bless you!

[@mikehutchins7963]

Roland, absolutely love your plain talk about boat choices & use. Of course, you would know & that means a lot to guys like me. I love the Tracker boats. Thanks for the knowledge. Good fishing & be safe.

[@jberg8159]

I will support Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops because he has supported you throughout your career. Thank you for continuing to produce great content!

[@vtxdaryl]

You tell it like it is, always honest and don’t try to hide the fact that you’re getting special deals on equipment and boats. All Professional people get products from businesses to promote their products. Nice of you to be truthful to your followers. Thanks

[@jeffdoerr4811]

Roland is the real down to earth American son. If people can’t learn more from him about life, more than all his fishing tips, they’re missing what’s important. Keep up the great work and thanks for all you’ve shared Roland.

[@robertjacobsfishing]

Thanks for another brilliant video Mr Martin! Really nice to see the full spectrum of boats in one video!

[@DigiPimp2]

I’m a bank fisherman struggling with what boat to get syndrome. This post answered a lot questions for me. Thanks Roland, you’ve always been the man.

[@henryroop3671]

Thank you for your service Roland

[@hbarwickjr]

So glad your doing these videos. Every subject is interesting and I watch them hook, line and lure. I'm hooked!

[@metairieman55]

Martin, Dance and Houston are my fishing go-to's! Laid back, informative and lots of interesting stories. Thanks, Roland! Deermeatfordinner and Scott right after that!

[@alexro2265]

Love owning my own boat brother. Nothing like it. And to be able to upgrade your own boat is such a Great feeling. Learning a lot from you and truly enjoy just watching your videos.

[@1oguidd]

Roland, you always provide valuable information. I am looking to purchase a boat soon, this was so timely. Thank you!

[@mrkrucks724]

Awesome setup Roland, they are proud of you Son !

[@Cogdellboy]

Love how you have very thing interchangeable ... You're differently sit up to fish any where .. I have an old Gruman canoe pasted on to me from Dad . It's been used through 4 generations and still going strong in spite of all the JB weld on the back from pulling it over sand bars in the rivers . That New Bass is Amazing !!! But 70,000 is a little out of my league ..Love your boat collection .. Thanks for sharing !!! Keep'em coming .. God Bless ..

[@adamwilson8199]

Good advice, do more stuff like this. Thanks for what you do, I’m 37 and just now getting in to bass fishing. Your wisdom is unbelievable, but what I love is how excited you still get. I’m like a kid in the candy store when I go fishing and catch a good one. It’s the best thing for a year like 2020

[@fendert1384]

This was great, something for everyone! I am recently retired and live in the NE. I will be buying a 16' V hull boat, after 20yrs of being without one. I saw your video (tricked out bass boat) and the shallow water benefits of a jack plate. Since I plan to fish rivers, the new boat will definitely have one. Thanks for sharing your knowledge !!!

[@SochinDachi]

I've really grown an admiration for this guy - he always seems so excited to talk about this stuff haha. I just started fishing just last year - I live in the caribbean, recently bought a Penn Battle II from a local store...and I just shore fish...pier fish etc....and this guy has me all worked up haha. I;m thinking I need to visit Florida to meet this guy for a master class

[@zspeedballz]

I remember about 20 years ago you were sponsored by Ranger bass boats and you had a yellow bass boat with a yellow camper use to pull it with and I was lucky enough to have met you and see you go crabbing off of it at shippens creek on the Maryland Easter shore. That was a day I’ll never forget

[@llshamelessll]

Roland I have lusted that bass boat but actually Im most impressed what youve done with that little canoe.

[@tommymckiddy7872]

I fished out a canoe I bought of a friend for $75 for years. Now I'm fishing out of a 1973 center console boat with a 50 HP Johnson I bought with money I made selling firewood one winter. I've made a bunch of modifications to it. Seriously people, Roland is right. Mod your boat to suit your needs. The point is just because you can't afford the latest and greatest doesn't mean you shouldn't get what you can afford and go fishing. I've caught plenty of fish out of both of those boats. Get out there, explore new water, and have fun.

[@jeffmcelroy5168]

Roland , sometimes people around me with boats seem to think that they are a pain. But I see it hard to find joy without a boat.

[@randalltom3513]

Roland - You know the old saying "The difference between men and boy is the size of their toys!" and boy do you have the toys!! Thank for sharing your toys!! I like that you fish in the cheapest to the most expensive! Would love to see a show on your air boat and the Nitro!

[@kevinwessling1434]

I went fishing with you 45 years ago at Herrington lake in Kentucky- you were driving a conversion van to pull the boat - I was 16 remember we caught a few had fun - thanks

[@64samsky]

I just recently bought a 1969 Sears 12 foot V bow aluminum boat with a 1969 9.5 Evinrude that is in beautiful shape. I moved from Baltimore to Vero Beach 2 years ago, I love it here!

[@SWCFLORIDA]

You live in the middle of Bass fishing....enjoy

[@totalannihilation9065]

Love your videos mr Roland. The perfect boat for me it's the one I could afford a year ago and has been very easy on my pockets. A 14 Ft Jon Boat with a 4HP outboard motor and a Minn Kota 55 riptide. Do I wish I can afford a 20k Bass boat? Hells yeah. But doesn't matter what boat you got as long as you're having fun and have the right tackle and best of all if you're able to catch Bass. Your videos have made it possible for me to catch me some decent Bass. Keep up the good job Mr. Roland.

[@dondouglas3377]

I find myself saying a nice long cast every time I cast. I just wish I could catch fish like "Da Man" Mr. Martin is a fish catching mochine!! I never get tired watching his videos whether fishing or eduational.

[@mikelauer8352]

Great video Roland. In 1994 I bought a brand new Bass Tracker Tournament Pro 18 (paid $6,995) and still have it to this day. It has taken me on many fishing trips all over. They are quite a bit more now days but man it has been a Great boat. I would never get rid of it however I would love to have one of the big Nitro's some day for the real big lakes.

[@KGeezydad1]

Thanks Roland! I been fishing almost every week, until my knee went bad 6 weeks ago, I been getting caught up on all your videos, hopefully next week I can get back at it....

[@piyachetty3023]

Now we talking 👍 great video on the boat set ups thanks again for all the good stories an insights love it 🇿🇦🎣

[@waynethompson5667]

Great job on this video Roland, I'm 68 and just now working on my first tracker 190 pro x

[@skiplovestofish6992]

Absolutely one of your best videos. Fascinating!!!

[@mnije]

What a great video on practical, economical fishing boats. Thanks for doing it. Thumbs up!

[@BillyGlass117]

Awesome video thanks Roland. I'd love to hear more stories when you were an Army Officer. I'm in the Air Force right now and would really like to hear some of the work you did back in the day. Thanks again for showing all of your gear!

[@roadwarrier9446]

Great job Roland...thanks

[@Lees920]

Excellent advice, Roland. I started running my dad's Jon boat when I was about 4. Like you, we had airboats, a canoe, a Jon boat, and others. My dad put me in the boat with him to fish and duck hunt, or gig frogs when I was only a week old. Certainly, I had no clue at first, but as I grew up he always took me under his wing to teach me the ins and outs of fishing and hunting, and it was a constant in my life growing up until I got to the point where I could do things in the boat on my own. I didn't go far but the boat had a 3 1/2 hp Johnson that allowed me to expand my horizons and go explore and learn. Today I have a kayak, a canoe, a GheeNoe, a sailboat, and two flats boats that pretty much allow me to go most places I love to fish. My brother has my dad's Jon boat we grew up with and my dad's 1945 Grumman canoe. I have no air boat but I'm looking at Jon boats again just to simplify some of my fishing, and your points are all well-taken. Enjoyed the video. Keep it up, my friend.

[@johnwesley6929]

Roland you got it all and appeal to everyone. I'm fishing right now inspired by you. We love ya!

[@robertjohnston5126]

You just won the greatest father of the year award/ grandfather love hearing your stories and listening to your advice thanks for being real

[@lawrencebabicz5874]

Awesome video Roland. Love seeing all these older boats. I have a 2008 Tracker. Makes me want to upgrade a few things on it. 😁

[@Lee_Lee1776]

I've got a Carolina skiff J14, 16ft Olde Towne canoe, 3 kayaks and a sunfish sailboat. Love boats. My grandpa had that bass tracker back in the day for 3995. I recognize that orange carpet.

[@glennmoses3910]

Awesome video, thank you for taking so much time to put all of this together, love watching your videos, your sons video's and your granddaughters videos. I follow all three of you and learn so much from the videos. You have a great family my friend and have done a great job.

[@jeffstacklebox]

Wow, thank you so much for this piece. My canoe and I need to have a chat. Heck I’ve even got wheels for it too. Keep it rocking Roland!!😁👍

[@andrewammerman]

Thanks for showing us your fleet!

[@tonyjessen8204]

You are the encyclopedia of fishing thank you for everything🚤🎣👍👍

[@kevinwimmer4159]

Loved the story on your first boat. Awesome videos

[@jamesseal06]

Man Roland Martin... him, Jimmy Houston, Bill dance, Hank Parker, Orlando Wilson... grew up watching them dudes, when guys like van dam were just starting out. Living legend, and here he is showing you what you can do with a working man's budget, not a boat that costs what a mortgage use to be.

[@rifleman522]

We appreciate you greatly Roland!

[@phillipmorgan1614]

I’ve got a 2005 Bass Tracker 175 that I bought brand new and it has been a great boat! Took it to Table Rock Lake from Tennessee a couple weeks ago and had a great time!!

[@micheleartioli7098]

mister Roland is a factory of emotion.....still the best

[@huesittosalado1969]

Amazing !! I loved that canoe for bass fishing of course or flats its just perfect

[@hunterbull7804]

My dad got a Triton 21 TrX last year and we love it. I’m fine with co-angling for now because I just graduated high school in May.

[@chrisbramblett5611]

Great video Roland, I sat up my 12FT Jon boat after the one you got, Nice Airboat, you should make a video running that Airbout overland like we Do in Kissimmee...

[@christopherselig8626]

Awesome video Roland!

[@geoffreyrussell6591]

Thank Roland, I enjoyed the show.

[@joshkeith6084]

Roland great boat arsenal!! Load your camera man up in the airboat and do a fishing vid from that!

[@randyjones5153]

Great Video Roland very good informational video! I’ve got a 1648 War Eagle Boat with a 40 Yamaha on it and it’s great for fishing the upper part of Santee Cooper in Sparkleberry Swamp and it does good in other parts of Santee Cooper as well! Come back to Santee Cooper soon Roland would love to fish with ya!

[@fishingwithjett5373]

Nice to know in depth about how the pros stay fresh o the waters each year. Nice video 👌

[@matthewsummers6895]

Roland I just bought my first fishing boat a couple weekends ago. It's a 1984 Sea Nymph bass attacker. It's a 15 foot boat. It's perfect for the fishing my fiance and I do and we can take it anywhere

[@Marlboromanprojects]

Very good video, I learned some things from it, thank you Roland.

[@AAbreu004]

Much love from Homestead,Fl. I have 17ft tracker 35hp from 1987 thing is brand new. I love fishing the everglades,Flamingo

[@SWCFLORIDA]

We took a 2004 bass tracker...put on a 115 yamaha sho....24 volt ulterra trolling motor..hydraulic steerimg...power poles...its a fishing machine

[@kagnewmp12]

And all I have is my trusty little Twin Troller from Freedom Electric and I catch fish all over Northern Michigan. Thanks Roland (SON)

[@txhuntsman]

You are right Roland the Tracker and Z21 would be the perfect boats for me. Should I send you my address for shipping or do you want me to come pick them up? 🤣

[@mrkopecky]

Great ideas for the canoe, Ive got a coleman scanoe and thinking about putting a trolling motor on it now, thanks.

[@sweat_side2011]

Thank you for your service

[@jonathanandrews5559]

Roland I’m surprised not to see a Coleman crawdad!

[@mattthomen1608]

I have my Roland Martin Inspired jon boat with me here in florida. I watched you put new floats on your canoe,and I did the same to my jonboat. The boat has great stability from adding the floats.I gained 2storages from removing old float foam and making gear cubbies.thx Roland for the great ideas. 👍

[@captmorgan8098]

I was waiting on the z21!! thanks Roland for the content!

[@geraldsaved]

So much knowledge. Priceless.

[@starce649]

he just loves doing this! pure joy in his voice

[@robertchalfant7233]

Small boats are fun, 16.5 bass trackers works great for me, but I would love to try that Air boat!