Wacky Wormin’ Big Spring Bass!

A relaxing day on one of my favorite lakes spring fishing for big bass! You might find a wacky rigged senko tied on one of my rods at any time throughout the year, but late spring and early summer they're especially effective when bass are up shallow. They can't resist the twitch twitch slow fall and some of my best days of fishing have been early summer wacky wormin'!
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Gear used on this trip:
Lure: Yum Dinger 5" watermelon gold amzn.to/4aps2w6
Jig: Kalin's Google Eye 1/4oz amzn.to/4a87ibU
Rod: St Croix BassX 6'8" M XF amzn.to/3JJPBEO
Reel: Daiwa Zillion SV TW G amzn.to/3F6TCCc
Line: Daiwa X8 Grand 15lb amzn.to/3V6T1XR
Leader: Daiwa J-Fluoro 12lb amzn.to/3SqD0wb
Pliers: Umpqua Rivergrip amzn.to/49z5vO0

[@brianheddy3388]

Lookie there,no jet skis,no idiots blasting through in their overpowered motor boats. It's just you, in your kayak,listening to the birds chirping and making more memories for yourself and us. May your line remain wet, your rod bent,and your net always dipping.

[@FishingForQuality13]

So well said ,dude I went to a new spot last weekend and I had to yell at three different boats for driving way to close to the bank and our lines WAY TO FAST .I felt like a dam Karen and I ususally don’t care about that as long as they give us our space.But that was insane .I even told the rangers like dude do I people have anyone on the water.I saw numerous violations and could tell most were drinking and driving heavily.Ruined the trip with the kids big time .Anyways that place is off my list and it’s to bad cause it was a great looking place

[@northernbassalliance1442]

90% of the lakes up here in MN is like that. Its nice. Bass are dumb and plentiful too 😂.

[@dalemoskalyk1227]

I think these folks that get the boats and jet skis figure they come with water rights to which ever body of water their on.​@@FishingForQuality13

[@Warlord_Gruktak_Rukrak]

Fr it's perfect ❤

[@cliffordhutt143]

​@FishingForQuality13 I live in Maryland, and feel lucky that most of our lakes are water supply lakes that ban gas powered motors. Electric or paddle craft only. It's so much more relaxing.

[@rowboat2432]

Best fishing KZbin channel

[@CoopCanFish]

Now I would say yes. A year ago no .

[@mdkfilms6725]

For sure

[@joexzay]

Go green

[@Rak187Inf]

It’s so cool to see someone go through the process of figuring out the pattern and then crushing it! You earned every one of those fish

[@daltonshockley6853]

It's officially a Saturday morning when NDYakangler post a video.

[@STONERCREEK1]

Saturday morning fishing shows like this make my day!

[@lukehuffman6126]

Right. Mine too.

[@michaelgates5323]

I absolutely love the solitude of your videos. You don’t clutter them with too much speaking, but when you do talk, it’s valuable.

[@scubalurefishing]

Fishing without the electronics is a more pleasant experience, rather than starring at a screen. I like the clicker drag on the new reel!

[@user-wz4fd4kx4x]

yyyyeeaaahhh

[@erichanson7261]

I will never understand how you catch fish without an $80k boat with a minimum of $15k in electronics!😂 Always great content!

[@allanulen3809]

Really nice bass. Beautiful lake, peaceful day on the lake.

[@markg1490]

Man the singing line gets my heart pumping.

[@GLepage74]

Just caught my first bass on a plastic worm this week! What a coincidence! Thank you Matt for your awesome videos!

[@chriscasner607]

Great way to end the day with last fish being largest. Pretty lake and some nice bass.

[@fierymongoose]

Nothing better to get over yesterday’s skunk than watching a NDYak video where he crushes it!

[@robertstom7]

You never use any offensive language. That is impressive!

[@BK-zp8vl]

How soft are you?

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@BK-zp8vl What need for foul language?

[@BibleBelieversUSA]

I appreciate that.

[@SpaceGhost-]

​@@RideAcrossTheRiverDid you know that a study claims that swearing can be a sign of intelligence, creativity, and honesty? Proclaiming "fudge" after an injury actually helps people manage the pain. Crass language definitely has a time and a place, but don't be so quick to dismiss someone with diction that doesn't fit your ideal.

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

@@SpaceGhost- Did you know you're a bullshitter?

[@essneaks]

Since i found this channel, i think ive watched about every single video. Just a man and his fishing pole and his "finger thermometer"

[@alasdairmackintosh]

Greetings from Saskatchewan. Been watching your videos for a little while now and enjoy watching you catch some species that are more rare for me. We have Bass near the U.S. border in a resevoir but thats the only spot in the entire province. Thanks for another video man

[@6412mars]

Thanks for taking us along each week..very enjoyable,Matt👍

[@DanKoning777]

Matt you said "..one of my favorite lakes for big bass." As you said that I thought man this looks a lot like "grandpa's lake"-one which has lots of big bass as we've seen in previous videos. If it's not I'm kinda glad because now we have another big bass lake for future videos. 👍 Another epic day of great fish! God bless.

[@ndyakangler]

This is that same lake. I have a list of new lakes to try once the bass get more into summer mode. This time of year we get maybe one or two days a week where the wind isn’t blowing too so with limited time to get out I’ll mostly fish familiar spots.

[@jonathanm9793]

I had a flashback to Grandpas Lure when the video started.

[@bassfischer4273]

Quickest 20 minute videos on KZbin. Thanks Matt, as always.

[@casualangler576]

The wacky worm is just too good for bass

[@oakdogfu]

One hour in…couple a lunkers. What a beauty of a day.

[@erichodson3718]

Bro you were slamming the largemouth. Dropping the wacky worm in all the hot spots. The wacky worm never fails. It's my favorite. Nice catches. Saving the best for last 👍

[@hankcogburn2600]

The wacky worm never fails.

[@christinerogers5331]

What an awesome video, Matt, I cannot think of a better way to spend a cool, wet and rainy Saturday on the Virginia coast, than watching my favorite angler toss a wacky worm for some huge largies on a beautiful and serene lake. Thanks for letting us join you on this trip! Take care and be safe!

[@randallburgess46]

Another great trip in the yak! Thanks for taking me along, I always appreciate it.

[@nathanclark4674]

Never get tired of your great videos, always a quality watch. Thanks!

[@kevindjlee]

So great to watch. Keep sharing us your gears each video. Informative too!

[@btdean02]

@NDYakangler, I love how simple and elegant your fishing methods are. Nothing crazy complicated, what a joy to watch, thank you!

[@perttirasanen8967]

Hei ! Terveiset täältä pohjoisesta (Finland ). Teet mahtavia kalastusvideoita, löysin kanavasi äskettäin ja olen täysin ihastunut niihin, Kiitos !

[@Kedbuka]

Such an excellent demonstration of bass angling. Thanks for sharing your experience. Enjoyed the video.

[@johnbartlett7000]

I've never fished a wacky worm after watching 👀 you last couple years I have purchased all the things to give it a try Thanks for your videos videos

[@k9companion231]

Nice action today especially the last one. Thanks for sharing.

[@Midge1k]

All beautiful Healthy fish and lake - great video Matt and you saved the best for last !

[@chrislaneyphotography]

Glad to have stumbled on your channel. Good vibes and great content. Keep it up

[@thatdogsaliar2286]

Thank you for your videos 👍

[@brianathern9154]

Peaceful Saturday in-between the last of spring cleaning and organizing we get a dandy trip in the kayak with Matt. "Wondering if the big mommas are hanging out in the deeper water with the males up preparing beds"... Yep spot on again. I've been using the heat shrink tubing for worm life extenders. Its been a nice little fishing hack without a noticeable drop in hook ups. Blessings brother

[@k-dawg3893]

Awesome fish! Nice work dude.

[@Jimbothegiraffe]

Such beautiful and healthy largemouths! Good stuff as always man.

[@Pdeevs]

best fishing content on all of youtube, uncut angling a close 2nd due to his lack of uploads. keep the content coming please. we love it

[@ndyakangler]

I can’t imagine trying to do weekly uploads of the quality that Uncut Angling puts out!

[@Pdeevs]

@@ndyakangler good eye sir

[@dcbuis2]

that last fish - epic jumps, man! Love this video, like all of them!

[@antoniomora1255]

As always, a most entertaining video in a gorgeous lake. A fishing day very satisfying.

[@slappylink]

Matt, your wacky set up has changed the way I fish this technique. I have been using your heat shrink tip, and rigging with a 1/0 EWG; I'm hooking up with more fish, and keeping them pinned. Thanks so much!

[@IncogNito-gg6uh]

The best thing about these videos is they really help me with my lure choices.😉

[@greggdsciotto8952]

Matt, I'd really like to see you weight some of your larger fish. Thx.

[@zacharylemaster1996]

So underrated as an angler!!! Love the videos man, always enjoy them!!!

[@PaulCapello]

A gentleman and a conservationist ❤ the very example of a true angler .

[@1slippery2]

The wacky sure has them going for it!

[@larrywhittaker9901]

I'm amazed how big the largemouths are that far north...LUCKY MAN having such GREAT FISHING and YOU DEFINITELY KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEM BITE. IF I was jealous type I would be jealous. I just ENJOY watching others catching. You have BEST fishing videos Brother 👍👍👍👍👍 TOP SHELF...

[@richmosley2519]

Killer day man! I recently started kayak fishing here in Central Oregon. I grew up in Arkansas, so am no stranger to bass fishing, but the kayak angle is just so different and cool. Thank you for the tips! Tight lines!

[@mithrilsilver575]

Get it bro!!!

[@oceancharge6859]

There are no words, you are a star sir

[@htuckey]

Howdy everyone! :-) Another week gone by, and you're still at it! Thanks for keeping this old guy going! Those are some beautiful bass, Matt! Have you ever used fly rod poppers in water like that? Those and streamers can make for a real exciting day on small lakes and ponds.

[@larrywhittaker9901]

Fish definitely get spooky in shallows when bright sun

[@LiSa.N.J]

Great day on the water. Nice fat bass. Stay safe...Fish On!!

[@gibby9209]

Another great video! Nice to see you finally using braid to leader.

[@josephabeytajosephabeyta9305]

Early season fun, I enjoy watching success

[@producteur]

Feels like this channel could be called "fishing with Bob Ross"

[@hickey799]

All I do is smile Thanks bud Means a whole lot

[@anthonyhoffmann543]

You are my favorite show on KZbin!

[@harrygrimley4352]

Very nice sir. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@mikepollock8295]

Enjoying Matt doing some fishing while I enjoy my lunch and enjoy the show as well :)! Awesome bass catching action! Thanks for taking us along Matt and see you next adventure :)!

[@christophershelton1735]

It’s just a different world up there compared to southwest Oklahoma. It still looks like winter. Trees are still bare, no green grass yet.

[@Notorious_Nate]

Perfect video to watch on a very rainy Saturday morning. Waiting a bit till it clears so I can get out there and try to find a few. 👊🔥🐟

[@matzdavid1]

Ditto, me too.

[@nickearnest95]

Great video man. You caught some nice fish out there!

[@keithsw2566]

Great video! Thanks for taking us along

[@88mikemoody]

I see you're playing around in my neck of the woods again. Maybe I'll brave the challenging launch and get back there soon!

[@southsideronnie]

Nice fish! Thank you for sharing!!

[@astrojw1039]

Bob Ross of fishing, love it🎉

[@michaelgates5323]

My family is Heritage goes back to the middle 1800s in Minnesota. I grew up with a fishing pole in my hand. It makes me homesick every time I watch your videos. In a happy way.

[@kevinjtoner]

The best fishing channel on KZbin 👍🎣

[@geordiejones2]

Loved this clip my friend, i bet those Bass would make some good meals. Chris (in UK)

[@hairymannurse5129]

The old finger thermometer 😂

[@HarlyGuy13]

What a great time that must have been.

[@johnprioli1099]

the line jump at 7:15 when that largemouth bites, crazy!

[@jonnyhuffa198]

Great fish to end the video too!

[@Thatyellow850xmr]

Been watching you for a few years now. But finally pulled the trigger on a kayak. Haha. Hope I can slay just as many when out.

[@saeteune1918]

The quality and quantity astounds me til this day . This guy fishes in gorgeous waters it’s heaven

[@briansmith6129]

Love your videos man keep em up

[@user-uw9rn7gq9t]

So fun to watch !

[@OrbMan97]

Best KZbin fishing channel & its not close!

[@Mike_Richardson_1955]

Great video Bro, I never miss one and you never let us down .That was some Big-Ol -Biggins for sure...... Tight Lines!

[@ky.kernel9852]

Can’t fish today, so glad for your videos! Thanks, man!

[@brianathern9154]

Same here, this weekend is finishing spring projects around the house. The major fishing season takes off next weekend. Hang in there

[@Elroy5150]

Another fantastic video!

[@Jfs479]

Love your vids man keep going

[@davidhayes2212]

Nothing but monster fish nice !

[@jamesschnell4919]

What a way to end the day!

[@MWM92688]

Another Awesome Video!! 🎣

[@oldschoolhawking8191]

Huge bucket-mouths!😮

[@andrewj.karaffa7080]

Bro, those were tanks! Gorgeous bass!! Great stuff!!

[@willmallory9085]

6:12 towing the boat! 😂

[@stanleyausborn2649]

I enjoyed your show 👍👍👍👍👍

[@user-in7nk1iq2j]

I’d like to see you do a video on kayak maneuvering techniques. Since I’ve been kayak fishing, I’ve come to appreciate how well you manage to keep everything in the frame and your kayak from whirling around. Do you have some kind of rudder?

[@rayhollingsworth2588]

Super nice fish WTG!!👍

[@EthanPageHunter]

5" Senko are my absolute favorite bass lure. I fish them exclusively weightless wacky rig and I use them on the DROP. Rather than jigging them across the water which has never yielded consistent results for me, I just let them fall to the bottom, retrieve and repeat. As they fall in the water they have perfect, subtle action to them that just knock bass out and they cant take it. All you will see is your line give a quick "tick" across the waters surface and you know you're hooked up. This is also a perfect way to locate fish and determine depth all at the same time.

[@VORIANYT]

Beautiful scenery man. Jealous of the peace. Every time i go theres people everywhere. Lol

[@Petrolhead99999]

The Yum Dinger in the Mardi Gras color has been my best bait this spring. It looks almost identical to that watermelon gold, a little darker green. Caught my PB at 21 3/4", in addition to dozens of smaller bass. The yum worms are great for the money, they last as long as a Yama Senko but are half the price. Ive been casting it weightless on an EWG hook with my Curado K on an Edge Delta 744.

[@andybales7318]

Put a Dinger on a chatterbait without the skirt...that sucker does a dance!

[@andybales7318]

No one's probably heard of it, but the strike king king rat! Discontinued, but they were getting that rat today! What a fun bite...something different from a frog got their attention, including 3 over 3-6lbs...1 on the Lunkerhunt Spider, 1 on a wacky rigged Googan stickbait, and 1 on a Googan Dart soft jerkbait....Gotta enjoy the spring bite!

[@aumetalmental8403]

...great day ender fish indeed. ✌️😎

[@dee6338]

You fish some of the most beautiful places on earth I notice in some of your videos some got some beautiful homes on the river

[@ndyakangler]

For what we paid for a house in the town I live in we could have got a really nice log cabin home that went up for sale on one of the rivers I fish. I could have dragged my kayak in from the back yard! We’re kind of stuck in town with the kids but once they grow up I’d love to have a place on the river.

[@dee6338]

I grew up on a lake it's what molded me in to the angler I am today

[@checkmatekingtwothisiswhit7685]

. Beautiful Bass!