This Spillway is Holding GIANT Fish!!! (New PB!)

[@geekazoid1983]

I think a blooper / outtakes video would be in order soon. I can only imagine how many funny things we haven't seen on these videos yet.

[@618Fishing]

Haha I usually try and put that stuff at the end of the videos! Definitely a couple interesting moments that I haven’t included though...

[@deeshizzlee]

Such a good idea!

[@andy0175]

I wanna hear him say "aah fucks sake"😜

[@537fishing6]

Yes

[@literally_smart9850]

I expect falling...

[@logansmith238]

This is one of the most underrated fishing channels out there right along with marling baits.

[@HardKnox347]

He is one of the best Chanel out there

[@andrewbowman2976]

618> modern googan squad

[@crazyfish9523]

Logan Smith creek fishing adventures, search him up and watch his vids. UNDERRATED.

[@andyshriner5443]

"ONE DAY"

[@honeycreekfishing]

Hey Nick! This is one of the nicest spillway spots I’ve seen you fish. Mad props for your cast net technique. Your vids never disappoint!🎣

[@618Fishing]

Thank you! Yeah this spot was amazing. I wish it was closer, but the drive is definitely worth it

[@mrpotatoman.1038]

Respect to this dude for not putting ads

[@spikedthrone289]

I just realized that

[@j4m3sii]

Give it a bit longer still. Then he will. For now yes I love it too.

[@brooktrout8568]

There’s ads for me

[@j4m3sii]

Brook trout uhhh cool

[@kurt.q7977]

2 for me

[@Lilith-Rose]

From a pike fisherman who deals with weedy bottoms on every trip is seriously recommended trying a popup rig, you simply add a small (1/2") black/orange/red foam ball bead to the leader and fasten it in place with a stopper or a stop knot or even apiece of matchstick as a wedge, the foam ball keeps the bait out of the weed and off the bottom if you use the right length leader etc. It's used for ledger fishing but that's very similar to a carolina rig from what I've seen so it should work fine. I'm pretty sure it's a technique used for catfish too just less common in the states, it's similar to/the same as using a ledgered floating boilie (aka a popup boilie) for carp

[@kenbriscoe9874]

That wont work as he likes to catch bottom feeders

[@Lilith-Rose]

@@kenbriscoe9874 people use popups for catfish a lot, just keeps the bait within a foot of the bottom but out of the weed

[@adamstanley1996]

We call this the Santee Cooper rig in the states, keeps the bait about a foot to 2 off the bottom in the strike zone, just a carolina rig with a peg float on the leader midway between the swivel and hook.

[@Fishintx]

When Christmas comes, I’m going to tell Santa I want a fishing trip with nick from 618 fishing.

[@dianabergman4979]

Same

[@joshdegerness3313]

F

[@benbangert33]

Shane Good damn that’s kinda mean bro....

[@Pashasmom1]

I should send him some towels so when he does his see ya later buddy, he can wipe his hands - not on his clothes.

[@dawsonmorgan7291]

Shane Good really bro

[@mvandrade22]

Stumbled across your channel and I think I have spent the last 3 days just watching your videos. From Illinois as well so good to see a “local”. I’m with everyone that says a tshirt with “see ya later buddy” on the back I would rock that for sure! Keep up the AWESOME videos.

[@StLMoWeathershare]

I really enjoy all of your videos. I haven't been fishing in a long time. When my husband passed away I lost my fishing buddy . I won't touch them, clean them, cook them or eat them but I sure had some great times catching 'em! You inspire me to want to try it on my own so maybe I will get the courage to do that . Until then i will enjoy your videos!

[@618Fishing]

I’m sorry for your loss. Best of luck to you and I highly recommend giving it a go!

[@CyprienAdventures]

Magnifique vidéo bravo 😍. Les images sont incroyables, beau travail 👏🤘🔥

[@boltzfisher3696]

Nick there is a store in Alton Illinois I don’t know if you have heard of it it is called Bluff City outdoors and they have a lot of stuff for having a store the size of a small basement and until the 15 th of December you can go snagging at the missipippi river for spoonbill and bluff city is a great place to get the snagging stuff.

[@618Fishing]

Great info, thank you! I’ve actually been in there once before! I liked looking at the pictures they have on the wall

[@boltzfisher3696]

Yeah it is cool also you just literally made my week for responding it is so cool thanks Nick.

[@ryang656]

Sometimes when it’s weedy like that you can fish bait on a power shot rig, a heavy duty drop shot. It help get the actual bait off the bottom out of weeds. Depends on how the grass is though. Love the vids and I miss the micro-lure challenges.

[@618Fishing]

Great tips thanks Ryan!

[@phiology1983]

Watched your old videos from 4 years ago. You came a long way with your fishing and editing 😅

[@618Fishing]

Hahaha thanks for the support 😅

[@DogDudeDrone]

oh interesting I did the same and noticed he removed a large peace sign tattoo from his inner left wrist.

[@MOMMY2ACDHSURVIVOR]

Dog Dude Drone it’s still there under his watch band. :)

[@killanillagaming6282]

Geesh man you seem like such a great guy, so nice and genuine I would love to go fishing with you!

[@FAAN910]

I love how excited you get about catching what most consider trash fish. I love catching fish, don’t matter the type.

[@billgagnon4670]

Thanx for making that 2 hour trip for us the spill way looks like it has a lot of action .may want to hit it again before it rains again.leave a little earlier bring more bait and catch that spotted garr State record .see ya big buddy

[@Monster_fishing]

That's crazy to catch that in a casting net! Love these videos!

[@618Fishing]

That bowfin is definitely my craziest catch with that net to date 😂 thanks for watchin!

[@dominicvidales2953]

Hey 618 I enjoy your videos on my free time, I love everything about your content but when your fishing tough bottoms I highly suggest a bobber stopper rig with a splitshot or jig that matches the current and bobber buoyancy so your bait looks like a floating free meal that can pull your bobber down without effort. Works everytime for me

[@paredg2]

Happy birthday! Just started subbing very recently, and I have to say you're fishing vlogs are very entertaining and you're one hilarious dude. Keep up the great videos and hope you had a grear birthday 👍🐟💯🍻

[@denbidfishing3998]

The video work is awesome poetry in motion. That was an interesting location you'll have to try again sometime. Great stuff

[@cheryl.539]

What a beautiful spotted gar you caught well done. Superb bowfins. They give you such a fight. Hope you go back to this area again soon.

[@rogeliodelarosa568]

I started fishing for gar thanks to you and your tips. So here in Mississippi I found that 5/0 circle hooks work best for me

[@DamianPereyraHs]

The best intro music right there. "Light it up" from Upstate.

[@herbblack8312]

Suggestion, Try setting the hook a little harder. Helped me when I was having that problem. GOOD LUCK

[@nolanthompson5441]

If hes using circle hooks, they usually set themselves. I usually just reel down into it. Great for catfish.

[@Evski-if4gn]

Nolan Thompson would small circle hooks work for splake or white fish? I ask cuz I was having trouble setting the hook on em. The splake and white fish are up near the bays where I live and worms and spawn bags is what working. But I keep getting the fish going for my bait but it seems like I never hook them right to bring em in. Any advice?

[@jong3964]

@@Evski-if4gn I use small circle hooks for bluegill and stuff and they work pretty good. I dont think it would hurt to try.

[@Eggsyuui]

He's better than yoh

[@ThePandarian]

He sets the hook wrong for a circle anyway...honestly 618 isn’t that great at fishing he’s just has access to good locations

[@karlbraun396]

I request STRONGLY that you return to this spillway!! Awesome landscape and HUGE fish!!

[@RadReelingFishing]

An awesome adventure! we always called those Mud Fish, Bowfin sounds better... Thanks for bringing us along.

[@davidnapper8097]

If Bowfin ain't your favorite fish , it oughta be ! All those times when nothing much was happening , here comes mister Bowfin to save the day . Awesome looking spot , youl'd think a 10 pounder was hangin out there for sure . Always fun to see what you catch , and your reaction .

This lake is incredible, your fishing was very good, with beautiful fish, CONGRATULATIONS you are a great fisherman.👍😎

[@sawyer1591]

Hello sue

[@mattwrightson294]

B...but....you forgot the hugs....

[@stevenfobear4793]

Cool

[@thiagoburtet1436]

n sou o unico br vendo os videos dele entao kk

[@glenncollins4778]

Oh yeah, and hugs

[@turbolivesinmyheart6328]

There are so many channels on KZbin to watch, it's hard for me to stick with videos to watch. But I can guarantee this a channel I will stick to. Excellent video, great editing, no crappy interruptions, love to see what you have in store for next time. Even your background music is awesome. Hope you are around for a long time. 👍

[@kupaam74]

I really enjoy your videos sir. And what makes them complete are the songs you use to give those images of the surroundings that extra dimension. Keep up the good work 👍🏽 Greetings from Rotterdam, the Netherlands (Europe)

[@bulletblast7818]

That cast net game is on point. Beautiful spread everytime.

[@michaelfinley6552]

Love your vids. You clearly know your stuff but I thought I'd share a netting tip. Reaching with the net can spook the fish. If you have the net already under the surface and slide the fish over it, the fish are less likely to get spooked and take off again.

[@Austin-id7fl]

You make me happy when I watch your videos and you make me feel better after school and make me love fishing more

[@mimixlor]

your angles, music, scenery is just unique! And, different from most KZbinrs and that’s what makes you so awesome. Always love your videos 💗👌🏼

[@jamesfranks6909]

I enjoy your spillways fishing the most looking forward to your next episode.

[@Shamikabiridian]

Started fishing with my husband and I am in love with this sport/ hobby. We only catch and release but as a biologist it’s amazing to be outdoors.

[@618Fishing]

Awesome to hear! I agree 100%

[@charlestonsharkandsurf]

This guy single handily put fishing pressure on spillways all over. lol

[@ronaldwhite787]

What an awesome spot great fishing Great Adventure you never disappoint can't wait till your next one

[@MOMMY2ACDHSURVIVOR]

How fun to catch a bowfin with your cast net! And I love your fish releases, they are always so calming to watch if that makes sense. 😊

[@m.williams1064]

Incredible fishing spot. Very peaceful. Once again great video!

[@sneakpeak0000]

Honestly man. You have one of the best soundtracks going on your fishing vids, really makes your vids great.

[@RafaDziadowiec]

I like your videos very much. They are full of action and free of things that do not concern fishermen really! Keep doing what you are doing! :-)

[@Shadestx]

I love this man dedication he puts into his videos and his fishing

[@shawncockrell6007]

I enjoy watching the spillway fishing,....but The RIVER, its one of the best fishing spots in America you can productively fish From the bank and catch record size fish. It takes time and patience to master, but once you do, its well worth it. You have the Yak with the trolling motor,...a optimal river rig.

[@Tr_3R]

I never make comments, but that is the most beautiful spillway I have ever seen! I totally get your excitement Nick

[@christopherbrown6891]

I don’t use the word hero often. But Nick from 618 fishing, may be the greatest American hero, of all time.

[@azoraaYT]

Always happy to see that 618 Fishing notification! 🐟🎣

[@andy4811]

I wondered if you'd ever go here. One of the cooler ones. You can also access the spillway from the other side, saving you that long walk.

[@chadneal9976]

Yes, that net shit was insane! Ive seen em getting gear at the shop but never seen anyone use em. Reminds me of predator in a way. I fish a lot but mainly fly fishing. You’ve got a great set up im going to start using. Ive learned a few things from you. Thanks and great stuff!

[@jasonlynch2919]

What a nice spot to fish.watching this before going to sleep. Thanks for a great video.

[@618Fishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@raja_bersiong]

light it up - upstate. nice fishing dude. fishON from Malaysia.

[@rockycavignac6152]

Thanks for the song info

[@azoraaYT]

"See ya later, buddy" merch?!

[@funkymojo111]

The new board game through out the country, "see ya later buddy!"

[@ispeakmurican4327]

A shirt with a "fish on" on the front, "oh my gosh" on the sleeve, 618 fishing on the other sleeve, and "see ya later buddy" on the back! I'd buy 4 if he had youth sizes cause my kids like watching too haha

[@flyinbrianz22]

That was the most spectacular drone footage I've ever seen. You always seem to step up your game!

[@618Fishing]

I appreciate it Brian!

[@thenotsurechannel7630]

Something I've done in salt water creeks to keep from weeding up was just using a bobber to float the bait just above the bottom, and just recast once it came too close.

[@danielfritz8569]

Best thing I got out of the pandemic was finding 618 fishing. Nedd to come up to 309 sometime. Great videos.

[@duncanstewart6058]

Man has cast net skills all day long! Another beautifully crafted video. Live for the day a 60lb Flat head picks up 'The big bait' Tight lines from across the pond.

[@618Fishing]

Thanks Duncan!

[@TheMDOutdoors2016]

Awesome video beautiful Prehistoric fish my friend.

[@joycedimaggio3816]

Nice spot! Thanks for sharing.

[@setthehookwithtlbroyles919]

Alright Nick! What's going on man! Those were some nice Gars and bowfin. That's spillway is loaded with them. But that's how it is around this time of year around dams. Great video man I really enjoyed it! I love your show! Keep on getting down!

[@chives8420]

Nice vid. The massive rock formations below the damn are amazing. Cool spot.

[@cb-yc6gg]

Congrats on the new PB! After the last video/trip it was nice to see such a beautiful spot with good fishing

[@wolly2297]

Love your adventures. Greetings from Poland.

[@wnrsunkist4288]

I caught my new PB Flathead Catfish it weighed 18.5 pounds. Also nice spotted gar look forward to seeing you catch a MONSTER Catfish good luck!

[@618Fishing]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching 👍

[@joshuarose8078]

You can use a drift rig to help with the seaweed. Put a decent sized bobber below the weight and above the hook (leave a good bit of line between the weight and hook) and you can adjust how high you’re bait will sit. It’ll also help catch some decent cats. They’ll naturally hunt a few feet off the bottom

[@shanebarker30]

What a pleasant video to watch - very well presented

[@beargrillsjr.co.4280]

This man's cast netting skills are underrated he throws a perfect 👌 cast net

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Cool! Always glad to see you back buddy! Fish on brother, fish on! 👍👍🤘✌🏻

[@FishingWithIbarra]

Always a good day when you post, keep it up💯🤘🏽

[@618Fishing]

Thanks for watching!

[@megigjoni5076]

The colors of the fish where you are is amazing!

[@TienNguyen-ry5jz]

so glad to find this channel. Your editing skill is off the roof. Keep up the good work dude !

[@allenn1678]

Gar can be a pain in the butt to hook. Seems that’s all that was hitting there for you. Appreciated the boldness with the lobster on the last video, so glad you didn’t try it again lol!! Thanks for another video bud, keep a castin!! God bless!!

[@terrybev1990]

I’m sitting at a Walmart parking lot at 6:30 am in Brownsville Texas watching your videos can’t wait for the next video

[@deeshizzlee]

That spotted gar looked awesome! Congrats!

[@marleymar3303]

Man, love the content! I appreciate that you put the artists name that play the music in your videos!!! Always looking for new music, something to listen to while I’m out fishing or bike riding! I make sure to have pen and paper when I watch your videos, so I can look up the music on Spotify!😂 Keep doing what you’re doing man, again, great videos!!!!💯

[@alloverthelake6396]

Awesome video! I watched a video Bonfire Fishing made mentioning your channel and i had never watched one of your videos! They are good! Subscribed really jealous of the drone shots! 👍👊🎣💯🔥💥

[@juice2225]

I wish there were spillways here in maryland!!! Keep up the good fishing! Love your vids!

[@phil2470]

That is a pretty nice place to fish. You might run into 3 Pound Fishing on that lake. Great video as always.

[@OhMyMaddyyy]

Great video buddy! You should do the catch and cook thing again! With the proper ingredients of course.

[@thomasphilyaw8593]

I love the whole video experience from the first note to the trailer at the end. Best ever

[@tidohanuman6647]

Bro your content always makes me feel so warm. One of me favorite Subs. Peace & love from Johannesburg South Africa

[@618Fishing]

Thanks for watching!!

[@rustytenor1]

You have to go back there! What a beautiful spot!

[@garyhovey9305]

Serious;y you should call this channel “NO WAY!” Love your enthusiasm

[@Acts227]

What would happen if you terminated your line with the weight and moved your bait up about 18 inches or so? Keeping your bait above the vegetable mass on the bottom might be a bit easier.

[@mobile_scrimma1233]

Love the vids keep em up!🔥🔥🔥

[@ZachJ6]

Definitely need to go back to that spot. Thats a very beautiful location

[@ancientfishing]

I'm still looking for a 20lb fish on rod and reel. Best this year so far was 10lbs for me. Also, just bring shrimp, it works pretty well if you can't find baitfish.

[@tommyf1040]

This guy is the best can’t wait for him to hit 1 million subs

[@618Fishing]

Thanks Thomas!

[@DriftDweller]

Last time I was this early Nick was still saying "Hello Buddy!"

[@Spook7d]

That's an awesome place. I'd fish there every week if I could.

[@scrimshaw4629]

I'm in the Columbia, IL area so if you ever need an angler for some comic relief just shoot me a message! I'm guaranteed to lose at least 5 lures per trip but I can provide some laughs! Anyway, keep up the good work. Your videos are always enjoyable and it's good to see someone from the 618 making such quality videos!

[@alf3071]

Is there a carolina rig with a float to lift the fish a bit? it could work better in this spot

[@benjaminmitchell3576]

I love the music you put into your videos.

[@rockycavignac6152]

Anyone know this song?

[@ocshaman7323]

Please go over all the rigs you are using. Weights, hooks, etc. very helpful.

[@JJS156]

God bless I love your videos and make sure to pray for forgiveness, and thank god for the good things you have on life

[@davidhampshire5276]

Watching fishing the river Thames Berkshire UK keep um coming +++++

[@telesphone]

Idk man but watching your videos are so healing and relaxing

[@sizzlenasty6633]

When’s the merch coming?!!

[@coltsjason]

I love Nick he like me gets excited about anything he catches

[@89101]

Never had a muskie in those spillways? Or at least on the live bait?

[@Pixel2523]

B E A U T I F U L footage today! I think Nick needs another channel or playlist with just beautiful B roll of the scenery and music.

[@andywright8324]

That moment when you watched all of 618 fishing videos so now you’re waiting for the new uploads LOL