The WORST Part Of Ultralight Bass Fishing!

Took out the ultralight fishing gear after work to chase some largemouth in a pond. It just rained and the fish were pretty fired up! Not only did I catch bass, I ended up making it a multi species day and caught bluegill & a perch as well. Stay tuned til the end of this video to see the worst part of ultralight bass fishing :/
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Do you work a full-time job and feel like you never have time to fish? I’m here to show you that you can still catch fish even on a tight schedule! I believe that it is important to allocate time to do the things you love (and I love fishing). In this series, I document my post-work fishing missions and would love for you to come along for my adventures!
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[@markcordero786]

I'm really enjoying the new series. At first I was bummed that 5 minute fish talk was over, but your new series does not disappoint. Keep up the good work, and keep the cool vids coming.

[@FishAnything]

Thank you Mark that really means a lot!!

[@jimmansi1187]

Loving this series, I too will stop by a creek or pond for 30 or 40 min, it’s just so relaxing & fun, as a 57 yr old newbie I’m having a blast & am catching a lot of fish here in Pa thanks to your vids & tips. My ultralight is my go to setup, it was cool watching you land em, nice catches!

[@BarryP]

It's awesome that you found that new passion, Jim. I'm in MD and fish the Susquehanna occasionally. If you are in that part of the state, I highly recommend getting yourself on that river as Fall approaches.

[@FishAnything]

Thank you Jim! I’m super pumped that you are picking up fishing these days. Ultralights are a true blast and I wish you the best of luck 🤠🎣

[@BankFishVince]

Awesome video! Glad I ran into this! Thanks for sharing and loved the editing!🤙🏾👍🏾🎣💯

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Vince I appreciate the kind words!

[@scottmoran302]

Dude you always crack me up 😂 it’s all about having fun and it seems like you always do. 👍

[@FishAnything]

Thanks man! Yeah I definitely try to! If I’m fishing, I tend to have fun 🤣 it sure beats work

[@pinkadam8989]

You should use 6lb. Theres never a situation where I'd rather have 4lb over 6lb aside from really really clear still waters for spooky pressured albeit small trout. I've caught plenty 4- 5 pounder bass, I've caught 28" steelhead, and I've caught my PB large and smallmouth bass with 6lb pline flouroclear on my ul

[@FishAnything]

Yeah I probably should be using 6# when targeting these bass, that’s good feedback! And wow, you are an UL Pro! 🤠

[@TEAMSTEAM4LIFE]

Very true. I have no problem quickly cranking decent bass in with 6 pound line.

[@pinkadam8989]

@Johnathan Lo That's why I use flouroclear, ive noticed better results than with regular mono, but you also have a good point that light line can really tire out or kill big fish. For very specific purposes I'll carry a spool with 4lb on, but 99% of the time I use 6 for UL

[@europeanian4205]

I have 8lb on my ultralight. Reeling in 2-4lb bass is absolutely insane, even jumbo bluegill are a blast! Even pulled in a handful of good sized gar and carp.

[@Kieler.Flies.]

two weeks ago i caught a 17 pound lake trout on accident on my 5’6 ultralight with 4lb test on a abu garcia black max reel and it was a 25 minute fight, the picture of that is is my profile picture on here! have fun fishing tho

[@FishAnything]

That is insanity! I am super jealous :)

[@KingPhilipsRideshare]

God that happened to me when I was just 12 years I’ve been chasing that dragon ever since

[@jonpogue427]

I love this new series and I know it will get even better next time!!

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Jon! Going to try to improve with every upload 🤠

[@tylerdanforth5536]

The break off is always the most heartbreaking thing. Luke combs even opens a song with that line cause it’s so sad. Great video, I’m digging WHFH for sure. Thanks man!

[@FishAnything]

Thank you Tyler! Yeah it was definitely a sad moment 🤣💔

[@timothythompson2678]

Fun as ultralight bass fishing is, more than once I've had quality fish rip me into cover and break off, and I was absolutely powerless to do anything about it.

[@FishAnything]

Haha yeah it’s the biggest downside to UL gear but the upside is the super fun fight so 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@8hunnit40third2]

Same except I went in the water to get em

[@BarryP]

That happened to me on my Ned Rig setup today in the Potomac while looking for Smallies. A very large cat (I'm guessing 15 - 20lbs) took the Finesse TRD Coppertruece on my 12lb braid/6lb fluoro leader, and absolutely took off with it. As it was getting close to spooling me, I realized that I was either going to lose the fish, or lose the fish AND $15 of braid. I opted for the former and tightened up the drag. :-/ On the upside, I think I broke my water-speed record in that kayak while that horse was dragging me all over the place.

[@FishAnything]

Hahahaha love the comment at the very end! I would have enjoyed seeing you fight that big fish. Definitely always a neat surprise when you hook a big fish on lighter gear! I caught that big carp on a ned rig last year and almost lost my mind 🤣

[@fernandeztiro]

Love this video nice work 👏👏👏👏

[@FishAnything]

Thank you!

[@garyrothweiler5384]

Great video! That brought back so many memories of my “UL Only” days. Bummer with the juicy big one; but yes it does happen. But it is amazing what you can actually reel in on a small rod and light line. If there wouldn’t have been brush or the weeds guaranteed you would of had it. Keep up the great work and great videos. I love watching to UL videos.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Gary! Yeah it was a crazy fight and I had that fish but the dang weedbed or brush or whatever screwed me over. Is what it is 🤷🏼‍♂️ I will always love hitting bass on light line. Too much fun! 🤩

[@kenappleby8481]

Beard is looking good! Great video and "Gary" had me cracking up. Not sure I have the patience for ultra light, but it did look like a fun challenge.

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Ken! I’m glad you liked the Gary comment haha it was very random 🤣

[@guitarrwd]

Love catching stuff on light line! My best light line catch was a 10lb catfish on 6 lb line and it was such a blast! It took me 25 minutes to land that joker

[@FishAnything]

Man that had to be a ton of fun!

[@guitarrwd]

@FishAnything it was brother! Definitely makes for a good story lol

[@h-townfishing1382]

i love ultralight fishing for bass, makes it more fun. caught a 2.5 lb today on my ultralight setup and it was a fight.

[@FishAnything]

Heck ya man it is a blast!

[@penguin12902]

Just this weekend a bluegill wrapped me around a stick and broke me off about 3 feet from shore. It was above the slip bobber stop so I could see he was just stuck there. Took my jeans off and went in and got my rig back lol. Turned out to be a 10.5" bluegill. PB for me. Dried off and fished more.

[@FishAnything]

Holy cannoli that makes for one heck of a story! I would definitely go swim for a donk like that!

[@penguin12902]

@@FishAnything Luckily it was only waist deep or I probably wouldn't have gone after it, but I got my bobber and my lure back lol! He was a fat old boy for sure!

[@Lemurai]

That’s a great set up for white bass, they can be Finicky sometimes when it comes to bait action so it’s good to have a light rod or 2 that can flick the baits a little finer. Nice vid.

[@FishAnything]

Love me some White Bass action! Used to catch them all the time back home in KS

[@FitzYakin]

Haha little hombre gave you some good luck; sorry you didn't land that big bass though. Not a bad little session of multi species after a day of work. The bikers driving by in the background were looking at you like, "who's this guy yapping to?" 😂🤣

[@FishAnything]

Hahaha I’m so glad you noticed the bicycle haters 🤣🤣🤣

[@edwardclement102]

Caught some Yellow Perch in some NC lakes, and they make very good eating, they were caught on 4lb line fishing for bream.

[@FishAnything]

Nice! Yellow Perch are a neat fish that I don't know a whole lot about.

[@jordanyang3066]

Just got my 1st bass on my brand new ultralight today. Such a great feeling and literally after work today too..lol

[@FishAnything]

Love it! You simply can't beat UL fishing :)

[@clintgable6123]

I like the topics you cover while fishing. No fluff or repeat, honest opinions. I name my fish too of they're little lol

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Clint, glad you enjoy the videos :)

[@torresfishingFL]

Ultra light bassin is so much fun! The biggest bass I’ve landed on my ultralight so far was around 4 to 5 pounds and it put up an awesome fight! I actually have a few videos on my channel of me catching bass on my ultralight rod, I’ve also used it in saltwater and it’s just so much fun using light tackle

[@PlusTheSkim]

What a great video

[@FishAnything]

Thank you! 🤠

[@jesussavesrick]

Most important thing about ultralight fishing with light line is set your drag at 20-25%. 4 pound test, that would be 1 pound of drag. So as long as you’ve got good line and a tight knot, the first fish would not have broken the line even if you didn’t take it so easy. It’s still fun playing them though.

[@markburnstein5546]

I like yr show. I constantly hear u guys reeling Against the drag. Twisting the line. 👌👋

[@FishAnything]

Good callout Mark!

[@markburnstein5546]

👍😎

[@edwardclement102]

That is why the 4lb line is for Bream, but for Bass away from stucture.

[@FishAnything]

True!

[@blackbirdrc8348]

I laugh when people have 10 rods and reels for different situations and act as if you NEED all that equipment. Don’t get me wrong they all have their place BUT there’s nothing as fun as fighting a 2-4 pound fish on ultralight gear. I LOVE catching bass and pickerel on my ugly stik doc runner 😂 I also hate bait caster snobs. Like you HAVE to use a bait caster for certain fishing or you’re doing it wrong 🙄

[@FishAnything]

ULTRALIGHT OR BUST! 🤠🕺🏼

[@macirwin2977]

Well tbf you cant rip 7lb bass out of log piles and heavy veg with spinning tackle unless you're carrying around catfish rods which most bass anglers aren't. Refusing to use different gear stops you from fishing where the big fish are at certain times of year.

[@FranktheTank319]

I know that feeling all too well. I was using an ultralight jerkbait from rebel and hooked a 2 pounder. It was running and the hook popped right out of it's mouth. Sad day

[@FishAnything]

😭 I bet it was fun while it lasted!

[@FranktheTank319]

@@FishAnything it's always fun for me. Whether i catch then or not, it beats being at work. I prefer to land them, though. Lol

[@samb1690]

How are you liking the Daiwa Presso? Does it seem like a good all around ultralight rod? I'm thinking of getting the 6'0" version (I want a slightly stiffer one so I figured shorter=stiffer) . I just got into ultralight fishing after finding your channel and really enjoy it! Love the content, keep it up!

[@FishAnything]

I really like it and I have a feeling the 6’ model would be a stellar rod for the exact reason you mentioned. Sometimes I’m nervous I’ll break the Presso tbh but that’s just because it’s a noodle on big fish 🤣🤣

[@samb1690]

@@FishAnything Thank you! My Presso should be arriving today! And love the ultralight content, keep it up!

[@alasmotofishinghunting]

Nice catch & ul setup new friend

[@FishAnything]

Thanks dude! 🤠

[@coltonniemann9811]

now ive come to the realization that most decent ultralights in the size and power i want are 2 piece... ive always had an issue where fighting a fish the 2nd piece of the rod twists, do you have that issue allot or at all? any tips tricks to make it not twist?

[@FishAnything]

That happens sometimes but if you push it on there tight, it should hold in place for most fish. Just check it periodically!

[@Jimmytheamtrakf40ph]

What is the hook size you were using with the 4 inch senko

[@FishAnything]

Honestly not sure. It was just a little trout hook lol

[@fishingwithvin]

I got skunked today and I was like I'm going to go home and watch fishing video's so I randomly put in fishing in the search tool and look who I found?!.... It's you! I'm actually surprised the similarities and the differences between then and now! I reveled in this quote though "I'm use to heavier gear, I can't just horse them in" It saddened me to see you lose that donk though! I hope you'll do some more Donkey hunting with outrageous heavy gear some day though! Lol

[@FishAnything]

Vin don't you worry, I haven't lost touch with my inner bass fisherman. Shoot - look at my last several videos. Been going hard on jerkbaits! Glad you found this video though - my transformation as an angler / storyteller makes me pretty happy. Lots of hard work!

[@fishingwithvin]

@@FishAnything oh no doubt my friend I just miss watching you laugh like an evil scientist while fighting a fish like that spinnerbait episode hunting for musky I think. It's because I know you can stick em and get em in like the one you were fishing pads on a kayak, dude that's no small feat! I think at the rate your going you're on your way to becoming one of the more well known KZbin angler's but I'll always try to razz at you to go catch a donkey lol

[@ncflows1536]

Just lost a big bass on my ultra lite 6 pound mono and I rage quit, I was too excited and kept drag too tight😣

[@FishAnything]

That is certainly the risk of UL fishing for bass haha sorry that happened! You will land her next time :)

[@OneAndOnlyChi]

Hello nice video. Can you recommend a good ultra lite spinning rod to get started with was looking to throw really light lures

[@FishAnything]

I honestly love my Shimano Sojourn 5' UL!

[@daniel-ek9to]

Zebco ultralight. Found one at local tackle shop for $15

[@slowandcurious9455]

Nice series. What kind of software do you use to edit your videos? Also whats the reel in the video

[@FishAnything]

Thanks! Adobe Premiere & this is a Pflueger President XT size 20

[@slowandcurious9455]

@@FishAnything thanks I have a lot of go pro footage but didn't have a good way to make decent videos

[@proteamvlog8866]

Goodjoob mister.. Nice

[@FishAnything]

Thanks Teddy!

[@isaiah6983]

I need a ultralight combo for pretty cheap. New to fishing for them and just need to find a rod i think. Any suggestions?

[@FishAnything]

I have several rod videos. If you want a cheap option, I would probably go with the Shakespeare Micro Series for less than $20

[@BillAlton777]

Oh man I was right there with you when it broke off!! P.S. You are young, ALWAYS go get ice cream 😎

[@FishAnything]

Haha now I want ice cream again. Okay I’ll take your advice and go get some 🤠🍦

[@pequenioedgarito3067]

I had the same issue on a Ultralight rod, 4 lb pline mono. Sucked terribly. Fishing in a pond with a LOT of activity. Sunny late afternoon 5pm on March 8,2022. Fishes were looking for warm water and feeding on the bank, like 5 feet away. Pitched and got snagged one a small brnach, and the line snapped. Soo mad. Then tried again to re-tie. Line snapped again. Very frustrating for seeing fish jumping out. Of thepond water and saying “ come and get me”. I will do 6lb mono. Wasted money on 2lb and 4lb mono.

[@FishAnything]

Yeah it can be tough! I personally like the lighter line for most applications but if you are fishing from the bank and chasing larger bass, going with a bit heavier gear is the best strategy!

[@micahspilker9322]

I like this ultralight series but I have an honest question. Why throw a senior on an light power rod? A 4 inch senko weighs about 1/4 of an ounce and a 5 inch weighs about 1/3. The majority of my finesse fishing is done with ML rods rated for lures 1/8-1/2. I fish tiny cranks and jigs on my ultralight rod but feel like casting a stick bait with them isn’t ideal. I’m guessing you like the fight on light gear but personally I feel like they cast slightly better on a ml. Not trying to stir the pot just curious of your motives.

[@micahspilker9322]

Oh and I like that you are still rocking the beard

[@FishAnything]

100% that’s a great question Micah! Honestly I was just trying it because I like to play with the ultralight 🤣🤣 yes it would be much better to toss on a ML or M rod that is a more standard bass outfit. But I am all about the fight and it’s just for fun in this series. The next season will likely be more technique-focused so I will be moving into using the proper gear for the job. Thanks for the feedback my man, always appreciate it! 🤠👊🏽

[@daveking8691]

No 3 inch senko?

[@ClintonDAshley]

I'm just getting started bass fishing. What's the best time of the day to fish this time of year?

[@FishAnything]

Thanks for helping out Tim! And Major, you can really fish any time of the day in the fall which is really nice! I’d focus on throwing moving baits such as crankbaits, topwaters, and spinnerbaits because the fish will start actively feeding right about now! If you’re down south, it might be another month before that happens so you will want to fish in the evenings to increase your odds 🤠🎣

[@awesomjsmooth33]

Pardon me sir, I was wondering what kind of lure were you using to catch the bluegill and perch?

[@FishAnything]

Glad you asked! It’s a prototype jig and a “luvbug” soft plastic

[@awesomjsmooth33]

@@FishAnything thanks for the reply and love your videos.

[@FishAnything]

I appreciate that Josh!! 🤠 tight lines

[@floridamansgarage8629]

This just makes me more impatient I’m waiting for my ultralight shimano combo to come on the mail

[@FishAnything]

Can't wait until you get it! UL fishing is a blast - you will have fun with that setup.

[@OneDegreeLife]

Do you ever back reel when this happens?

[@FishAnything]

It’s a good question! I personally rely on the drag because most reels have a solid drag system these days.

[@OneDegreeLife]

@@FishAnything Thanks!

[@evangregory7294]

What is that set up bro I really wanna get into ultra light

[@FishAnything]

Daiwa Presso with a Pflueger President XT

[@windwardadventurer5269]

I was hoping to see an 8 pounder on an ultralight rig. But, what you caught is fine either way I guess. You're a brave soul.

[@FishAnything]

Lol we don’t have many 8lb bass up here 🤪

[@atoms4sail]

when i was a kid i caught a 21 inch bass on an abumatic spincaster and zebco rod with a beetle spin. i told my dad i was hung up on the trolling motor. im sure the line was probably 3 year old Shakespeare 6lb test or worse.

[@ryan242]

ok i just got into fishing and i need some help, my rod is a light “action” rod 7 foot rod. it’s apart of the micro series shakespeare line and i want to start bass fishing. i don’t know if it will be good for bass fishing because of how light it is and i’m afraid it will break. i want to buy soft plastics and use texas rigs some help would be nice

[@ryan242]

i want to also buy those hooks for the texas rigs but again i’m scared it will be heavy with the bullet weights

[@FishAnything]

A 7' Light can handle bass but you are exactly right, don't use too heavy of gear. I would stick to smaller gauge hooks and weights < 1/4oz personally. Try out Mule Jigs!

[@ryan242]

Online Outdoorsman thanks! this helped a lot so if would use a texas rig or even a new rig i should always go light weight. so if i do use it will that be fine? also this is an ultra light we’re talking about right?

[@FishAnything]

It is a Light (one step above Ultralight). You are fine to use texas rigs but I would use a really low gauge hook and light weight / small plastic. 1/8oz bullet weight with a little 1/0 hook and small plastic should be good!

[@ryan242]

Online Outdoorsman thank you for replying, i have a lot of questions and if you don’t mind i will overwhelm you with questions if that’s ok. what do you think about weightless texas rig. could i use a wacky rig?

[@paytdub7349]

What size president reel is that

[@FishAnything]

Size 20. A bit too small in my opinion, I think the 25 is better for UL fishing

[@budtaz11]

What size of hook??

[@FishAnything]

Honestly not sure sadly. Probably like a 2 or 4

[@matthewbaker1662]

thank god someone else that runs 4lb test im only 17 but all my friends are running like 8+ and im like dude idc if i catch the fish the fight is whats fun if it wins then it wins and you can learn something from it. and i use 2lb test during trout fishing for the same reason

[@FishAnything]

Dang right man! Ultralight fishing is the best!

[@navycop0270]

Throughout the video I was wondering why you havent switched your reel's handle to the other side. You seem to cast right handed and you keep switcing hands.

[@FishAnything]

Funny you mention that. I simply learned to reel with my RH however I am currently trying to become ambidextrous so I can use reels on either side haha. In time I shall master it!

[@navycop0270]

@@FishAnything Gotcha, good work!

[@meganmauermann2676]

I run 8lb line in my ultralight setup

[@FishAnything]

Interesting!

[@andrewmata2097]

I caught a 5 pound bass on 2lb line

[@FishAnything]

Nice job! That had to be fun :)

[@erdalataman6170]

İs it fuji ring presso rod

[@fauzipanjihermawan576]

in my country theres isnt any bass so we do ultralight on saltwater btw im using 3lb rod XD

[@FishAnything]

That is awesome! I love ultralight fishing for all fish :D

[@fauzipanjihermawan576]

@@FishAnything try to use some asian rod its not only cheap but also durable

[@andrewmata2097]

I love bass fishing but ultralight just hirs different it’s more fun in my opinion

[@FishAnything]

Totally agree!

[@billsfishingadventures5304]

Get them fish man

[@FishAnything]

Always do 🤠🎣

[@ksanamo1]

You'll slam those 2 and 3 pounders all day with some good braid! I use 20 or 30 lb braid on my ultralight!

[@FishAnything]

Nice!

[@imyou7314]

i use 6/8 pound mono

[@Michael-yx1sj]

I use 10lb braid down to a 2lb fluoro leader since they have the same diameter... I don’t break off on fish cause of the fg knot

[@torresfishingFL]

That’s overkill for an ultra light, all you really need is 6 to 10 pound line for bass, in which I prefer 8, plus I actually caught my personal best bass at 8 pounds on an ultralight with 8 pound mono!

[@erdalataman6170]

Bro hello daiwa presso ul rod iş flexible

[@shawnwesner9431]

Ultra light fishing is just a unique experiance in itself. I recommend everyone try it. Also this guy pronunciates words way to enthusiastically. We get ur happy, but it's like getting to an uncomfterably happy. Good fish tho

[@FishAnything]

Lol I apologize for being happy - but yes we agree that UL fishing is the best :)

[@spago555]

Please dont toss the fish 😢

[@nachopretzel3533]

Ultralight bass fishing in the summer stresses the bass out to much. If the water is warm use a set up that will land the fish fast. Animals have rights, as sportsmen we must respect the animals we pursue.

[@FishAnything]

Definitely agree for larger fish! I tend not to target big bass on UL these days for that very reason. Usually when I UL bass fish, I know I’m going to catch a lot of 8-12” fish which is well suited for the gear choice. I appreciate you drawing attention to this subject!

[@WestMichiganJigCo]

Big momma juicy

[@FishAnything]

🤣🤣🤣 my favorite saying

[@Eana-of-Sussex]

Why do you jus chuck em back in like that? Please show some respect, all you have to do is bend down and place them back in!

[@FishAnything]

Appreciate the feedback! When shallow weeds line the bank heavily, I like to throw them into open water to avoid them getting bogged down in heavy vegetation and struggle to swim.

[@5wisher5weet]

I think audible.comes from pro wrestling not football. I think it's when they change the script mid fight by talking to eachother

[@FishAnything]

Now I know! :)