There is no BAIT TOO BIG!! (Monster Flathead Catfish)

Flatheads are monsters. Big or little they pretty much run the river their entire lives and that toughness is one of the big things that draws me to 'em. If the bait is small enough you can cast it, they'll eat it. If its too big to cast, they'll still probably eat it. They are topnotch freaks of nature and I love 'em!
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[@lukecarroll9540]

Looks like Jake picked up a sweatshirt that even a homeless dude wouldn't wear. GO HAWKS!

[@RiverCertified]

That comment makes my day! Go HAWKS!

[@mahoney1138]

Hahahahahaha.... sorry Jake you deserve that one

[@thereallevel27]

@@RiverCertified this comment just earned a sub!

[@jacobjavion9346]

A trick : you can watch movies at Flixzone. Been using them for watching all kinds of movies lately.

[@koncretemang5049]

Go State

[@nebraskatpp]

Your title is correct. Many fisherman have found Cats dead because the bait they chose killed them. I even hooked up to a super hard fighting fish. After being hooked up for around 35 minutes, it became obvious that the Cat had gotten itself wrapped around a tree or a snag, and I needed someone to run my boat, or I would need to transfer to another boat and see if I could free my line. I noticed a boat heading upstream just above the Cooper Nuclear plant on the Missouri Rivers. I started blowing on my whistle and waving my arms and saw the other vessel turned towards me. I explained the situation and the other boat driver invited me aboard along with my gaff, and snag remover contraption. So when the driver moved the bow where I was and had the line straight up and down, so I then began to furiously began to pound it he rod up and down I noticed that the line had come free, but realized that I couldn’t notice a fish on the end of the line. I figured it may still be snagged, but the line continued to come up and that was when I noticed I had a flathead of around 10 lbs on the line. I felt totally embarrassed and that my helpers had looks on their faces that said there is a fishing guide who is a real amateur. It was only after my helpers had left that I noticed that there was something peculiar about my flathead. It was so roughed up on the outside and that it’s body was like it was completely pulverized. It was like an artists modeled the Cat out of silly putty and it was then I realized that my original Cat had been swallowed by a larger catfish because I never had a Flathead ever give me such fight while I was using a large 8ft boat rod, supporting a Penn 309 loaded with my favorite 30lb test Anderson line. This was the first time I had such an experience before. Now I have had plenty of sharks start eating gamefish I had tied off alongside the boat, but as I say, this was my first time with Cats inhaling other cats... a 10 pound flathead is a large bait. ... and if I could get access to a Ten pound Chubb or other live baitfish that large, all cat guides would kill to keep it for their own fishing, but remember... a twelve pound flat would definitely go for a ten pound flathead.

[@RiverCertified]

That's an awesome story. I've had that happen shark fishing, but never with cats. Thanks for passing that one on! You're the man!

[@nebraskatpp]

I need to check my narratives a little more carefully. The auto correct overrides my preferred line of choice , ‘Ande’ versus the posted Anderson.

[@larrywuzhere3866]

What a fishing warrior. All day and into the night and comes out with the target fish and then goes to work the next day!

[@RiverCertified]

I don't know if that makes me a fishing warrior. Irresponsible maybe hahaha.

[@paulatkinson4439]

Good show, as usual. A couple buddies on a river bank, shooting inside jokes & 1 liners back & forth. Enjoy your youth & health while you have it. Tight lines.

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it Paul! I try my best to not take anything for granted and make the most out of things!

[@michaeljohnston777]

Man, I learned a lot from this video. Thanks! I really never knew that a person could complain constantly about everything and still catch trophy Flathead Catfish. My Dad always told me we had to be quite. Thanks again!! :)

[@RiverCertified]

Complaining comes from being a Cubs fan I reckon. Thanks for watching!

[@michaeljohnston777]

@@RiverCertified haha!! I feel your pain Friend. I'm a Arkansas Razorbacks Fan!!🤣🤣🤣

[@CNCleaningServices]

You're dad just wanted some peace and quiet 🤣

[@shawnt9256]

@@CNCleaningServices yup,that's all that was,ol lady probably drives him nuts at the house..

[@rhinohd]

It never ceases to amaze me the size baits they will eat! I had a 14# take a 1# bullhead this year! Catfish Dave said in a video (or something to this effect) when they get a HUGE meal they can be lazy for a few days. I believe this is one reason the really huge Flathead are hard to get to bite consistently. This made a lot of statistical sense to me. It also make sense to fish the same (somewhat productive) spot day after day to up your odds of catching that monster feeding. Just a "theory". What the heck do we really know anyways? Well besides they like to eat! ;) Happy Fishing! Great video!

[@RiverCertified]

Agreed all the way around. Mh main strategy is figuring out where multiple fish are likely to converge to bump up my odds, cuz I agree. I dont think they eat everyday. Thanks for watching all the videos you do!

[@billshepard1275]

You and catfish Dave are the two guys that I follow for flathead. Keep on making these wonderful videos and good luck always.

[@RiverCertified]

I'll do my best! I'm honestly a little jealous of his long season. Ours is sadly coming to an end. Hopefully get one more before they go to bed for the winter. Thanks for watching Bill!

[@shawnt9256]

Worth the wet shoes,for certain.. Spence,your vids are just real!! Another fine River Certified Production

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you kindly sir!

[@chrisp2876]

When you said "I should get my shiner net" in my head I heard the voice of Billy Bats in Good Fellas. "...get your effin' shiner net!"

[@RiverCertified]

Now I'm gonna think of that every time I need my shiner net😆 thanks for watching man!

[@rossk2528]

Shoutout the 515. I’ve seen flatheads the size of a full grown man come out of the Des Moines river.

[@RiverCertified]

There's some good fish in there man!

[@quincybrown6793]

I followed your advice on big bait used a big chunk of perch and after 10 minutes i got a chunky 10 pound channel cat I wish I could show you . Also Go cubs Rizzo is my favorite!

[@RiverCertified]

That's awesome dude! Congrats! Go Cubbies!

[@joemachismo6594]

I went noodling with some friends one time(just to observe, not sticking my hands where i cant see), they hauled out a 70+ pound flathead. When they cleaned it, it had about a 4 pound channel cat in its stomach

[@RiverCertified]

Guess that just proves if you can cast it, they'll eat it. Thanks for watching!

[@Vagabond_88]

Started watching your vids for the giant fish and subbed for the hilarious commentary. Good stuff man.

[@RiverCertified]

I'm really glad you can relate to my immature sense of humor😁 Hope you keep enjoying the videos dude!

[@bradhilton8803]

Great video as always my friend.... Those flattys are getting stocked up for winter!!

[@RiverCertified]

I hope so. I'll be after again soon. Thanks for watching!

[@wademcneilly7770]

Great video, wish people would take more than they bring. Cleaner than when they came. Nice kitty

[@RiverCertified]

That definitely makes two of us. In the mean time I'll help out where I can. Thanks for watching!

[@FishingKit]

Big bait big-ish fish. Actually I'd be super stoked to catch one like that 😁

[@RiverCertified]

They're all special to me. Thanks for watching man!

[@mattyoung589]

Great vid man, that was the fastest fight I have ever seen on a fish of that caliber.

[@RiverCertified]

Its crazy how fast you can get them in if you get their head pointed at you. I like to put the boots to em haha Thanks for watching!

[@timpoole4487]

Nice flathead Spencer! Caught a few giants there myself! Hate that people cant haul out there trash! Probably figured the rising water would do it for them!

[@RiverCertified]

It's a good spot at times. Cant control other people so I try not to worry about it. Thanks for watching man!

[@colinpennington2090]

Nice fish! I haven’t been able to find quillbacks near me, yet. Stacey Gaston led a flathead seminar at the catfish conference last year. He swore by them. Said they were the best flathead bait he’s found. I haven’t managed to net one, and from what I’ve read, they’re pretty hook shy.

[@RiverCertified]

Yeah, I got a few different places I can get them at. I still prefer live shad over those, but they're a close second. Wish I could have made that seminar of Stacey's. I bet you learned a ton. You're the man!

[@neildavis2939]

Man I have learned so much from you that s*** that I didn't know and I'm 40 years old been fishing ever since I was 12 I love your videos man keep posting them

[@RiverCertified]

Glad they help you out man! Hopefully you get on some. Good luck man!

[@edbrown3047]

Your bait is the size of the actual fish i catch..lol..love these urban videos..nice flathead man

[@RiverCertified]

Those big baits work up your way too! Thanks Ed!

[@edbrown3047]

I'll definitely keep trying

[@dabonemarrow5337]

Oh there's a pallet there!! Yeahhhgghhhh snagville!! That's great.

[@RiverCertified]

Haha yessir

[@mikedavisclassiccountry8704]

Nice video 👍 always looking forward to seeing your shows

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Mike! You're the man!

[@kyredneckoutdoors]

That bait could eat the catfish I have been catching lol

[@RiverCertified]

Haha sounds like you need to put one of those on the hook 😁 thanks for watching!

[@tomb9420]

Sounds better than the catfish im been catching ! Mainly im been catching 2 and 3 lb bass , bowfin and gars ! Im guessing the bass are pretty active this time of year

[@larryhart4880]

That iowa state shirt had to bring the luck . Love seeing big cats from home . My wife and I was growed up there outside of jessup and I really miss the amazing catfishing . Now we live in fl I've got some big ones here but nothing like back home . Go cyclones 😛😛

[@RiverCertified]

There are definite upsides to everywhere. Thanks for watching! Go Hawks!

[@CruzesLouisianaOutdoors]

Nice one buddy! My fav fish to catch!

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir! I agree 100%!

[@jakericeoutdoors461]

I'm glad I got to be there and see that brute!

[@RiverCertified]

Me too. We need to fish more!

[@Jared_304]

Great video man!! Looking forward to going out tomorrow on a hunt for catfishzilla myself!

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Jared! Good luck!

[@Jared_304]

@@RiverCertified good luck to you too Spencer!

[@mannyfishing1816]

Awesome video man 👍👍

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Manny! Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@WhiskerChasers]

Now that's what I call a bait to use when flathead fishing perfect size buffalo carp guaranteed catch a monster on one

[@RiverCertified]

WOrks everytime it does haha. Thanks for watching!

[@blntmanreptiles8800]

Congrats man always killing the game

[@RiverCertified]

I just fish a lot😁 thank you very much for watching!

[@chadnolte1546]

Wow nice flaty spencer well looks like i got to go to Brookville Lake here in Indiana. Got to try lose big quill back suckers there plentiful at the lake. Awesome video

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you! They're a great bait in the late summer/fall. Good luck Chad!

[@hagengrubbsfishing]

I like him a lot. “I’m a fan of him” lmao good stuff.

[@RiverCertified]

I've always been called a little different haha

[@ryanharrod1155]

See you always know where to throw your bait. Living legend. 😁💪🏼

[@RiverCertified]

I do everytime it makes a video haha

[@ryanharrod1155]

100k subs coming

[@hikewadepaddle]

The Cubs' pain is real in this one 😂😂😂.

[@RiverCertified]

Its been too common this year. At least the Braves look good for ya.

[@RiverCertified]

@Fish Doctor go NLC!😁😁😁

[@mattburnett7229]

"I like him a lot!" hahah

[@RiverCertified]

I'm an open book😁 thanks for watching!

[@billybryson2009]

AS A CARDS FAN THIS VIDEO MADE MY DAY ON MANY LEVELS

[@Zuluwhiskey6_]

jer bo TIME TO FLY!! BIRDS!!!!!

[@RiverCertified]

I'm glad I could help 🤣🤣🤣 thanks for watching!

[@bleed_from_within_is_life9960]

"To big bait don't exist" Proceeds to use a live 6' gator gar as bait

[@craigvanakin5290]

Same place that I go fish. Always catch some big ones. Good channel cats on the other side of the dam

[@RiverCertified]

Nice to know. Thanks for watching!

[@coachchrisandkarsonryderho6263]

Hey man I have a secret bullhead pond I can go to, I live in Des Moines and I actually put my kayaks in real close to where your fishing , id be up to catching some bullhead and maybe meeting with you and throw the kayaks in at this location and see how we do with the bullhead! Lmk if you’d be up for that before the flathead seasons over this year!

[@RiverCertified]

That's super generous of you man! I'm done using bullheads fornthe year, but hit me up next summer and I might have to take you up on it. Thanks for watching my videos!

[@hubertstrzalkowski1261]

You are the man Spencer!

[@stevedingman474]

I grew up flathead fishing in this very spot !

[@RiverCertified]

It's a pretty good one at times. Thanks for watching Steve!

[@stevedingman474]

River Certified your close too the best flathead fishing on the planet ! I have a super secret spot you can catch flattys until your arms ache 🤕

[@RiverCertified]

I'm all ears😁

[@stevedingman474]

Lol hit me up 🤙🏻

[@aldenunion]

I use cut creek chub with the warts on their heads...Catch about 4-5 inch ones in a bucket with a cup of water in bottom,makes a soup... I cut head and tail off and scale them so the scent travels,scales lock in scent..... Helgrammite works great to and EVERYTHING big will hit them..

[@terrycullender123]

Unless you're sightfishing? "Be quiet! You'll scare the fish!" Sounds better than, "I come here to relax! Don't make me sorry I brought you!"

[@mattcrofoot8715]

Keep catching them cause ive sure been getting skunked lately

[@RiverCertified]

It's gotten a lot tougher and usually this is my favorite time of year. Good luck out there man!

[@mattcrofoot8715]

@@RiverCertified ky weather changes so much weekly its hard to know what to do, good luck to you to keep up the great videos this is my 1st year cat fishing ive learned 95 percent of it just from these videos

[@sistaslab3159]

Awesome video

[@WindyCityWarden]

Nothing compared to the days of Spenc around IA chasing Flatheads with the Whiskerseekers..

[@fishingwithdom1657]

Very nice fish, Spencer! 16:02

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Dom! You're the man!

[@droningharry]

So I Love the fact that you're in and around Des Monies. Were you on the Raccon or the Des Monies? You really get into some tough little fished areas that I think most aren't brave enough to hit. Your fish are monsters. People can see from you Iowa is more than just sport fish, it's the home of some River Monsters. Good on you for catch and release. My Dad taught me early on to keep only what you know you eat and let the rest, especially the Big Ones go. They've lived a long time and deserve to keep going. Great videos, how do you fish in winter?

[@RiverCertified]

Thank you sir. Your dad's a good man! Thanks for watching!

[@drw5252]

Great video ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@rabbitbully1810]

Great video. I feel you on the Cubs, since my Dodgers lost....

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man! I'm cheering on anyone playing the Yankees 😁

[@rabbitbully1810]

@@RiverCertified Me too. Down with the Yanks! The enemy of my enemy, and soo forth....

[@aaronrenda8010]

I caught a 30 lbs flat head in that same spot 4 days ago

[@RiverCertified]

Thats awesome!

[@ernestwalden3894]

Awsome fun video to watch. Who said ya have to have a boat to catch big fish. Great job guys 2 👍👍 ☝

[@RiverCertified]

It doesn't hurt a thing, but i agree 100%!

[@floridawaterboys3489]

Love that net!!!

[@RiverCertified]

It got the job done for sure. Thanks for watching!

[@floridawaterboys3489]

River Certified thanks for the content! I love watching catfish!

[@1ofyouforme]

I caught a small channel cat a while back and the little dude was just holding the hook in his mouth. I went to remove it and it just fell out, I was like ok then.

[@RiverCertified]

Haha you have to appreciate his tenacity. He knows what he wants, and goes to get it😁

[@bensnodgrass9007]

LOL, you are right! I've had channel cat up to 8 lbs swallowed ll the way down!

[@edgarashford2283]

Nice Catch, 👍👌.

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man!

[@ryanharrod1155]

U are the man Spencer. 😁💪🏼

[@RiverCertified]

Ahh, just lucky. You're the man!

[@JozietheTexasLegend]

Spence is it hard being a boss Hogg legend EVERY DAY

[@RiverCertified]

It's definitely tough to be a legend, but it's not too hard being me haha. You're the man!

[@JozietheTexasLegend]

Lol I’ve only caught 2 flatheads in like 4 months.. you gotta be a BOSS to catch em consistently the way you do. I did catch a big blue on a gizzard shad head a few hours ago though... You would be proud.

[@RiverCertified]

@@JozietheTexasLegend I just fish a lot. I'm not proud, just jealous haha

[@MEGAL0DONG]

What do you mean by shiner net? When I search google for it, I can't find one. Is it just a fine mesh cast net for smaller baits?

[@Jake-xy9lt]

Love the videos dude! Drive west a few hours and get some giants on the little Sioux.

[@RiverCertified]

I wish it wasn't a 3 hour drive from me. Ive heard good things. Thanks for watching man!

[@Jake-xy9lt]

@@RiverCertified it's a bit of a haul but if you're ever ready to take the trip out lemme know and I'll give you some pointers.

[@courtneyholmes9064]

Somebody's a catfish dave fan so am I the song you played he played too the folk sounding song or country lol anyways good flatty

[@RiverCertified]

I guess he has good taste 😁 got it off the KZbin audio library. Thanks for watching!

[@speciesspecialist2789]

You're on a heater, Brother.Thats a HQF! (High Quality Flathead) I like it,I like it alot...

[@RiverCertified]

You fish enough you get lucky every once in a while. Thanks for watching Larry! We definitely have common interests haha

[@speciesspecialist2789]

@@RiverCertified Yes we do,I'm addicted to Flattys as well,Keep doing it..

[@gregtrent5068]

Nice fish

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks 👍

[@melissaroberts70]

Nice 🎣😍

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Melissa! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stephenhair5501]

Another good one!! 😎👍👍🇺🇸

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Stephen! I appreciate you watching!

[@calebmcbrain5873]

My faviorte fishing youtuber

[@RiverCertified]

You're making me blush hahahaha. Thanks for watching!

[@kountryboy1989]

Great video!!! You gained a Subscriber. Keep em' coming, bro. Good luck! 🦅🇺🇸 🤘🤠🤘

[@RiverCertified]

Hell yeah, glad you got a kick out of it!

[@kountryboy1989]

@@RiverCertified Sure did! That was a short fat one. I have always said the same thing: "No bait is too big". I have fished the deep South to Missouri & Mississippi River to my current location by the Allegheny River Resevoir in Western, N.Y. / Pennsylvania. Those Cat's are a little hard to come by but are super fun, man. Just noticed that this video was from 8 months ago..... Been a hell of a fishin' season this year though. Covid-19 has made fishin' the most popular past time once again. No complaints here. Americans NEED to get in high spirits with a biggin' on the line.

[@RiverCertified]

My first thought was your heads in the right place. Have a great 4th of July weekend!

[@kountryboy1989]

@@RiverCertified Thanks! You too, bud!

[@gain4allnews451]

You are the catfish king bro! Lol

[@RiverCertified]

I just fish a lot haha. Thanks for watching!

[@bootlicker1997]

What size mono do you use? I got a whisker after your video on poles. Got the 2020 6500 c3 catfish special with it. Moses just have to catch first one lol

[@RiverCertified]

I use 85 lb braid with a 60 lb mono leader. I'm a big fan of braid.

[@drw5252]

I love watching these videos next month I think I'm going to start fishing with jug lines for big flathead catfish and blue cat the blues start biting here in Texas I think long about the middle of next month

[@RiverCertified]

Good luck sir! Hope you have a blast chasin' em!

[@bowlansoup7743]

nice flatty i know wur ur fishing at i mow the field out by there always wanted to fish there but never any time stAyd hookd

[@RiverCertified]

It can be good at times! Good luck when you make it down there!

[@momoluvful]

Kool man like the video dude keep it up....

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you do! I'm gonna keep doing my best!

[@jasongrahamPUTTtheonly1]

For big baits big live bream what size amd brand hooks? Think i bought size 10. Pretty big. I have no boat no way getym shad or good bait this time of yr.

[@RiverCertified]

10/0 whiskerseeker super Js! All my tackle is linked in my video description.

[@seanchandler6729]

You need to bring snoopy to this spot!

[@RiverCertified]

That's a great idea! I'm gonna be using him tomorrow for channel cats for sure!

[@codyrobison6817]

Killer video man you can hear the nerves in your voice after you landed it I know how that goes that's a big bait just the holy shit moment what is on the line is enough to get the juices flowing esp with the size bait you had on. How much G juice do you use in that little cooler?

[@RiverCertified]

You hit the nail on the head! I switched to better bait cuz it's cheaper and seems to work about as good. I just sprinkle some in till it feels right🤣

[@angelasheppard7197]

Happy for ya

[@joshuarock8223]

14:06 the view of bosses 😎

[@RiverCertified]

Yessir!

[@TDFishing]

We use 1-2lb carp all day long and catch lots of small ones too LOL they are greedy. Love these videos man! We've used up to 4lb carp and have caught some fish on them. Have to use a 2 hook rig on the bigger ones!

[@RiverCertified]

I love using big baits like that, they're just tough to get and tougher to keep very many on a kayak. Agreed about them being greedy. Just another thing I love about them😁 Thanks for watching man!

[@TDFishing]

River Certified half the time we have to use big baits lol at least on the main lake we fish. I’ve caught most of my bigger flats on 1lb+ carp. Yeah only fishing from a kayak really limits what you can keep alive! I try for half pound and under gills or carp if I can find them when kayak fishing. Hopefully a get something this weekend. Kayak flat trip! I hate watching your videos 😂 makes me need to get out!

[@RiverCertified]

@@TDFishing I hope you stick a pig man! Good luck!

[@TDFishing]

River Certified Thank you sir!

[@TDFishing]

I got a 17lber per usual 😂

[@thegoats20]

Go cubs, even if we sucks.

[@RiverCertified]

You're way with words is impressive and one I can really relate to 😁 thanks for watching!

[@williamsillivent6859]

Curious as to why you have a bobber around the hook area? Would you be able to enlighten me? Please!

[@tsr_outdoors]

Man oh man I am gonna have to take the time to sit down and watch all your videos :-) That’s good stuff right there And I’m not mad at you for being a cubs fan I root for the Texas Rangers😕

[@RiverCertified]

Glad ya dig em man! Go Cubbies😁

[@shawngriffin3248]

Got to love to hear that clicker clickin. Looks pretty rough around there. Hope u r packin lol. Waiting on the next one

[@RiverCertified]

That makes two of us on the clicker. I got at least one more flathead video. You're the man!

[@scottyhillakacatfishnfreak]

You just attract those tanks bruh! Nice spot

[@RiverCertified]

I just fish a lot. You get some slobs down your way! You're the man!

[@scottyhillakacatfishnfreak]

Ohio river has just sucked cause it's down. Bank fishing has stunk

[@RiverCertified]

@@scottyhillakacatfishnfreak I would still look for creek mouths for flatheads, as long as there is water flowing out of them. Good luck man, I know the commercial guys are hard on you down there.

[@scottyhillakacatfishnfreak]

Yeah they are. There will be some good current tom so we will see. Thanks bro

[@martinlambertus7320]

what is the best bait to attack solid pallets? asking for a friend

[@RiverCertified]

This time of year they eat everything 😆

[@martinbidas6588]

Sweet fish man! You earned a Sub from me! Is this in IL?

[@RiverCertified]

Really glad you enjoyed the video Martin! I'm over in Iowa, so pretty similar.

[@mikeelshoff1591]

Man i loved watching ur u tube channel but i dont know now that i c u have an iowa state fan for a friend lol go Hawkeyes

[@RiverCertified]

Hahaha I understand. My wife goes to Iowa State, so I am surrounded by them. I love trash talkin em during football season though!

[@whiskerwhisper]

Heck yeah man,

[@RiverCertified]

It was a fun night 😁 thanks for watching!

[@stephenbriles8404]

Is that Scott street dam? Dad and I fished there dozens of times

[@Dss-bm3rz]

What brand and type of net are you throwing to catch bait? Im looking into buying one for the first time and don't want to buy a piece of junk. Any advice from anyone is appreciated...

[@RiverCertified]

Its a betts sea green i think. 5 footer. 1 inch mesh. I love it.

[@dailyswithdave]

Do you prefer suckers or bullheads?

[@xTr4c3d]

Do you ever use live frogs as bait? I caught my first Pb channel cat of the year on one. I beat my on on a piece of hotdog a few months later then again on a piece of shrimp but I'm jw. In MN we can keep like 6 frogs of any size for bait or whatever.

[@xTr4c3d]

Also I'm buying a sweatshirt from you on payday. Last Friday night I caught like a 20lb+ channel cat I feel like I've earned it

[@RiverCertified]

That's awesome you're getting slobs like that man! I've used frogs a few time and have got some channels on them, I've heard flatheads like em, I just haven't experienced that. I really appreciate the support man and hope the fish keep getting bigger!

[@giantgrowth4204]

Catfish eat anything to be honest. They eat soap. Hot dogs. Licorice. Chicken Chicken gizzards chicken livers. Haha anything out the fridge will do

[@kevinmartin2096]

Nice cat

[@seroogyw6238]

Another great video!! Oh come on the Cubs don’t suck!! The Brewers are just better 😂😂😂😂

[@RiverCertified]

Glad you enjoyed it! I guess they're bothering sitting on the couch right now 😁

[@terrycullender123]

Had to google quillback! We don't have them here! Sounds like the perfect large freshwater bait?

[@markupton1831]

Was that Kankakee Illinois???

[@garywinthorpe3382]

Nice Eastside cat

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks Gary! I really appreciate you watching!

[@koncretemang5049]

Hey, how did you learn to cast those type of reals? I still have trouble. I’m not sure how to set the tension and all that. I’ve had my gear since 2005 and I still have trouble.

[@RiverCertified]

Honestly I've been practicing since I was about 12 haha

[@uriahtatman2407]

When you start throwing big sinkers and bigger baits you can really crank them down, and then it's easy. At least as long as you are not going for maximum distance. Other than that practice a lot ..... If you are using the little bass baitcasters with more than one adjustment they can be real finicky and not give you much room to mess up.

[@AlgrowFishing]

awesom hit

[@RiverCertified]

Thanks man!

[@markbedford461]

What reel and line do you use ?

[@RiverCertified]

Everything is linked in the description!