Why Kayak Fishing?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Y’all do me a favor and please consider JOINing KBF, even if it’s the FREE Membership to help us promote Youth, Education and Safety Programs for 2021 and beyond!! Join here - www.kayakbassfishing.com/join/

[@TWC6724]

I just joined and I don't even own a kayak yet. 👍🏻

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s awesome!! Welcome to the fam

[@Mass_bigbaits]

I was an active heroin addict for 15 years! I have been sober for 8 years now. I had a daughter and that made me straighten my life out but I also needed something to fill my time with. I moved into a house that's on a pond and decided to try fishing. As soon as I got my first bass I was hooked! My fishing addiction has helped me so much because it takes up a lot of my time. If I'm not on the water I'm watching KZbin or researching new products I wanna purchase . Fishing and my daughter have truly saved my life!

[@Mass_bigbaits]

@Stoney Lonsome congrats on your own soberiety brother! My girl works at a half way house herself. I've been thinking of trying to get in the field myself. It's crazy cuz many overdoses and long prison bids didn't stop me from using. Once I found out my girl was pregnant I knew something had to change! At the beginning the sober life was boring to me because I was out of the constant chaos my life was so that's when I knew I needed a hobby to keep my mind busy.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s awesome brother! Thanks for sharing and I’m glad you found fishing

[@johnbaker4847]

Hugzz! FISH ON, BRO!!

[@johnbaker4847]

Seems to be working with veterans with PTSD also... Whatever it takes... JUST DO IT!

[@Luke_1-37]

Man that is awesome. You should be proud! Fishing teaches you so much. It is out of love I have to tell you Jesus can give you eternal life. Keep on the right side of the path. God bless you and your daughter.

[@BassGeek]

Those small lakes can be a golden. I love fishing'em.

[@davelips]

Chad, this video was wonderful.. you , and the NDyakAngler are the main reasons I just ordered my first fishing kayak last week. The addiction is primal when it comes to fishing. Thanks for teaching me so much about the sport with your videos.

[@patrontxable]

I’ve been on the fence about getting a kayak for a while but the last few minutes of this video helped me make up my mind! Awesome video Chad!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks, glad it helped

[@yakaboutayak3895]

You're an inspiration Chad with all the kayak fishing videos you've put out over the years. I enjoy them all which have inspired me to up my own game, and film and produce my own. Keep on Kayak Fishin' Forever big guy!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Awesome!! Thanks and same to you

[@jsickle1985]

I enjoy watching your videos so much. It's the primary thing I do to pass the time when I'm not fishing. I can truly understand, what you mean by the peace it brings after being in the military. After 10 years in and 3 deployments, it's been my saving grace. You are appreciated! By the way a complete kayak fishing novice, but your video's are extremely educational!

[@jasoncrankbaitsandcrawsohm412]

Always been a fishing addict, now a kayak fishing addict and I don’t have one yet. Lol working on it though. Thanks for your videos and tips. You got a another fan onboard.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you sir!! 🙏

[@markwoodyard5378]

Great video chad! Always loved canoe fishing growing up but there is just something about Kayak fishing that makes calms the heart.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I’m right there with you

[@damiansilva6954]

Wow. What a video. As a fairly new kayak angler and a FL boy, I appreciate your insight. I’m right there with you - I have a fishing addiction.

[@swiftarrowoutdoors]

I lived in Clermont for about 6 years. There some amazing waterways to fish down there. Plus you have the Kissimmee chain and the harris chains not far as well the St. Johns river. I miss living down there. Wish I could go back.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I’m going back EVERY YEAR

[@swiftarrowoutdoors]

@@ChadHooverFishing now you have me wanting to go back lol

[@P.F_Farms]

Glad i stumbled upon the channel! I use to watch your show on WFN a few years back and I always wanted to get into kayak fishing and i hoping this will he my first year

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s awesome! Hope you make that happen

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you hang around and watch some more

[@hypraktiv]

wow man that monolog at the end, I wasn't expecting a deep moment like that, I have a fishing addiction too. great stuff!

[@bucktalesoutdoors7566]

Kayak fishing is the best and you’re a huge reason why I got into it Chad. Just started my 3rd consecutive KBF monthly Statewide Challenge up here in NH and am having an absolute blast. The competition up here is pretty stout, but competing has really upped my game.Thank you for sharing all your knowledge and being a huge inspiration. Look forward to meeting you someday and shaking your hand or casting a line together. God bless Don

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks Don. I appreciate that. Good luck in the Challenge Series and I hope to see you in Guntersville at the Challenge Series Championship.

[@chevelledave555]

great video and your magic carpet comment was spot on . I am amazed every time I am out on my boat with what mother nature gives me .

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Yessir...

[@nickratte5313]

Love your content Chad!!! You’re the reason I got into Kayak fishing. Thank you

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks and I’m glad you like it. Thanks for the support and watching

[@FishingWithFitz]

That’s very clever! I have a similar approach as well when it comes to local predators giving up the locations of fish.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you

[@acnjshink]

Chad I started following you about twelve years ago when I was stationed in the VA area. I saw a few videos that @JeffLittle and you did, I read #KayakBassFishing and #KayakFishingTheRevolution and I have been hooked ever sense. I've told you this before thanks for being one of the #Unicorns in the sport and helping grow it to what it has become. I have grown so much as a #KayakAngler from following your content. I have seen the sport evolve from create everything yourself to commercial of the shelf for just about anything that you could need to rig a platform and the good folks at #KBF and you have been a big part of getting us there.Chad LOL you always seem to run into those Black Angus, stay on your grind much love.

[@TWC6724]

Chad, I really need some advice. I'm saving up for my first PDL kayak and have narrowed it down to the Native Slayer/Titan or an Old Town topwater. I'm about 260lb so I know the Titan wins that category but the warranty on the OT seems great. Any words of advice? For this kind of money, I want to make the right decision.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

The best answer is the one that best suits your needs. I’m not sure that there is that much difference in warranty regardless of what’s published, most companies in this space do the best they can to take care of customers and dealers play a critical role in that process. For your size, I might give the edge to the Titan, but I have also pedaled the Old Town and it’s not a bad boat for guys our size either so it really comes down to price and features and since the price is pretty similar it’s really more about features like seat comfort, rigging options and your opinion on which pedal drive is actually the best.

[@butler8583]

Loving your channel from the uk just bought my first kayak and been watching a lot of your instructional vids this is the first fishing video I’ve watched of yours as the fishing is different. Man you are a legend!!! Laughs and learning what’s not to love keep up the good work and be lucky!!! 👍

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you sir.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

What part of the UK?

[@butler8583]

North west London 👍

[@fabfishing7422]

A fishing addiction..It's a great addiction to have my Brother! Congratulations on 89K!! God is Faithful 🙌☝️👊🏻

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks brother man!!

[@fabfishing7422]

@@ChadHooverFishing 👊🏻

[@pamelaklemp5615]

What a beautiful, wonderful, delightful, magical video. It was like watching a fine, well produced documentary 👍. This is the first time I've seen any videos of yours. How very special your presentations and narratives are. You, sir, are a "natural storyteller", such a special Gift to have been blessed with. I enjoyed your video so much, thank you And, THANK YOU for the 20 years of military service you pulled for our country's many FREEDOMS.

[@bryanmaynard2730]

Just gotta say WOW! I started watching your videos for some of the more technical aspects initially, but they are so enjoyable for all of the other personable aspects of it and getting to nature. I am sort of a big boy so I am not sure kayaking is my thing, but I love how you explain things and put the personal meaning to it. I can't wait for your next video.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Ha! Thanks and I’m not sure if you noticed that I’m a pretty big boy myself.

[@carltonphelps8088]

Hey Chad, as always enjoy your videos and tips. I bought my kayak because of all the reason you give.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Awesome! Glad I could help and thanks for watching

[@ernestovalentin6597]

Awesome closing words, Big Boss.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks Ernesto

[@robertandrews5656]

I have been obsessed with fishing all my life.

[@saltyakfishing1108]

Another great video. As someone just getting started with kayak fishing, your videos are really helpful

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Awesome! Thank you

[@sherrardmurray2197]

All I can say is thanks, brother. Absolutely one of the best videos yet. Fun ain't it? Stay safe.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you and it’s definitely fun.

[@johnbaker4847]

You're right, there's something about a Fla morning on a kayak... Good video, good way to do a mental reset. 🎣👍😎😊😻🎣

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Amen

[@wackyuncle]

Love ya Brother! Thanks for all you do. And I agree that you needed to do more you. Keep on Truckin'!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks brother

[@BrettHalverson]

"I'm stalker material right?" hahahahaha, love the videos, tips and advice on kayak fishing

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks... 😎😎😎

[@Olm9]

I thought the Spanish Moss-eater was a stalker..

[@jamescroft1426]

So funny you talk about getting sick after missing a big fish, I went to one of my favorite lake here in FL. (Butler Lake in Union County) I watch all these boats put in and haul tale to other parts of the lake and thought to myself as I was putting my kayak in, no one fishes the areas around the ramp. Third cast I lost a large bass guesstimate 22" 7or8lb wouldn't have my PB but still a nice bass. I did get sick to my stomach and discouraged, I let it get me off my fishing game the rest of the day. Since then I have adopted that theory of at least I know I'm fishing right and in the right places. (KBF Member)

[@MrDababysdaddy]

Gave me good vibes. Addiction is not always a bad thing... especially when it’s good for the soul! The song took me a few to find. It’s called Fade Away by Red Meadow. Thanks for the great video!!

[@rodneyrego6343]

Thank you so much! I love these videos! I’m interested in getting into this sport and you have been the only videos that have given me the basics.

[@michaelforbis1551]

Once again an awesome video Chad. Love it.

[@marcwilkinson4817]

I ran in to Kris the other day at a boat ramp, we talked about kayaks for a bit and he seems like a pretty good dude.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s awesome. He is a good dude

[@kevinsandells9933]

Thanks for the video Mr. Hoover really enjoyed it. Hope all is well

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you. Glad you liked it

[@5221982]

Yeah, I second that, I wanted a fishing kayak a few years ago. Got fishing again this year, and then I saw a few vids of explaining what kayak fishing is to you... I was sold. I’m really trying to figure out what’s best for me. I was sold on the Bonafide ss127 but I heard that it tracks horribly. My other kayak I’m trying to look into is the WS recon 120. I’m 5’6 170lbs. Really lookin to fish standing up and small lakes and some rivers. If you have anymore info to help me out with I would be appreciative. Thanks again

[@cmfishing18]

great video. Florida has so many good fisheries. My favorite place to fish

[@kylelundy7870]

Chad- such a great video & message at the end. I share your addiction brother! It's so good for my head space to get on the water and away from the stress of work (and life.) I love LOVE to catch a big fish, but even when I don't- it was good to be on the water and in nature. For the record- You're completely worthy of stalkers! Love you man

[@underdogoutdoors]

Hi Chad, I have a Nucanoe Frontier 12 on order (I can still change), having second thoughts. I just read the Nucanoe material is thin, and decking flexes when you stand up. I really want a kayak that is stable where i can stand up easily and fish. I'm 55 years old, 6' 2" and 245 lbs. Should I be looking at something else instead? Also, I chose the Nucanoe because I can easily put a 2.3hp gas motor on it with the flat transom. I'm starting to feel something better may be out there, & your the best guy to ask. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@samdelaet3587]

Hey man. My buddy bought a Nucaneo Frontier 12 and it is thin. I’m a hard core OldTown fan running a Topwater 120. I think you should trust your gut in this. Bonafide SS127 is a fine kayak if you could get one do it. My heart is set on the new Oldtown Sportsman Autopilot 120! Good luck.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I can’t say for sure on the thin part, I’ve heard this recently but I’ve also heard this rumor at one point or another about all fishing kayaks. Here is what I would say, if you have to talk yourself into buying a kayak, you probably shouldn’t. There are just too many options and selections these days to settle for something that doesn’t fit your needs.

[@ldsudduthhanover]

Sadly, around me kayak fishing has become so popular that the waterways are so crowded with kayaks and boats that the one thing I loved--the solitude and peace--no longer exists. It was great for about 3 years... So... I quit kayak fishing and went back to wade fishing and hitting creeks that even a kayak can't get into. Do you get HUGE fish? Nope, but when you get a 13" bass out of a 2 foot deep hole on a creek barely 8 feet across--that's just as wild as a 20" SMB in the river. Back to basics---One rod, One Reel and one small box of tackle. 6' or 6'7' Light or Medium-Light action rod, 4-6 lb test fluorocarbon leader on 10 lb braid. I don't miss kayak fishing at all. I watch kayak videos from time to time like this one, just to see if I miss it, and I don't. Tight lines everyone.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Cool. That’s why there are choices for everyone. I do what you talked about too and it’s great and I just keep searching for places in my kayak that aren’t crowded yet. That’s part of the fun for me.

[@pamelaklemp5615]

Oh my g_d. You just truly feed my soul with this video !!!!. I have been in central Florida since last October. The Clermont area is pure awesomeness. Getting to see this area via motorhome and peddle boat has been a saving grace for me. I recently lost my mother (she lived in central Florida) and I came here for caring out her will"s wishes. Through the lakes here I have found such peace during an otherwise difficult time. I'm glade you got to experience the lakes here. Truly the Lord G_d always see a fitting way to feed the soul, even in the hardest times of life. Your video of this beautiful place fills me up! Thank you Chad. Below this comment is my first comment to you about this video. Little did I know that I, too, would be experiencing this wonderfully magical place through the passing of my mom. 💞🙌💯👍 ☮️ 🕊️ . Life is truly about the journey.

[@josephowen7571]

Chad, being a bigger guy its hard to find Performance fishing shirts was wondering where you purchase your fishing shirts for hot weather. Thanks

[@robbiehampton6450]

I have that same addiction. Easiest way to fend off stress is sit in my kayak fishing for several hours

[@ferchofishing]

Can't wait to get my first Kayak

[@ChadHooverFishing]

What are you getting?

[@ferchofishing]

@@ChadHooverFishing I want a SS107 it will be my first kayak. 👍🏻

[@ram_bam]

I was born and raised in Clermont. Crazy to see you fishing there.

[@alanzhu7053]

1) Why do you free the fish every time you catch one? 2) What is the difference between kayak fishing and regular fishing?

[@whome8845]

Excellent video, think you have more of a fishing "obsession" addiction is a rabbit hole that leads to far more destructive actions, you love to yak fish, and thanks for sharing so much of it.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Hmmmmm, then at some point in my life it was still an addiction... 😂😂😂😂

[@whome8845]

Regardless you are still Numero Uno when it comes to kayak fishing

[@BlueCollarFishing]

met chad at classic two years ago my first kayak is on its way maybe we will get a chance to go on that fishing trip someday too. enjoyed the video with yoyr fan

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you sir! Still love the name Blue Collar Fishing

[@BlueCollarFishing]

hey, it's awesome you remember me lol.

[@robertapreston4200]

Omg... I love your channel❤😅didn't even break a sweat😅

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Ha! Thank you

[@WilbanksUSMC]

I didn't know you were LEO/MIL! I'm gonna have to get you a 1/9 patch next time you're in central AL. Thanks for the great videos Chad!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks!! Yessir, U.S. Navy 20 Years

[@WilbanksUSMC]

Chad Hoover that’s awesome, no wonder you love the water. I was in the Marines for 4 years, did a combat deployment and a MEU on an aircraft carrier (booze cruise).

[@felipe_enokida]

Great video. Regards from Brazil 🤙🤙🤙

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Hello! Thanks for watching

[@gjhowland9617]

I have a question for you Chad. How does the micro power pole work on rivers. Assuming not well on faster rivers. How about slow?

[@kennybirdwell]

In this video around the 5:30 mark you said you realized you were using the wrong rod for what you were casting. Have any videos for what rods to use in what situations?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

YeS, but they are kind of all over the place. I’m putting a series together now to cover the right rod for the right job for almost any presentation you can think of

[@ryanbowers8413]

Another great video thanks Chad!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you

[@ryanbowers8413]

You told me to hit you up on ig but i dont have that so hit me up on Facebook and lets get on some kitties on old hickory

[@AdriftFishing]

Bro, not my fishery (New Zealand) but a very entertaining watch. And humours too. Yeah man how you don’t have a stalker I don’t know. Keep it up mate!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Ha!! Thanks. I have fishing in New Zealand on my bucket list!!

[@AdriftFishing]

You’ll love it bro! Old Robert field seemed to have a good time ;) Yeah it’s good on the salt here. Not heaps of diversity but access to big fish and lots of them.

[@randyrhyne139]

Dad gum fish on brother! Fishing is a release from all the stresses of normal life. Semper Fi.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

👊🏻

[@timcox4123]

Just got a Wildness recon. Any pointers on how to fish out of it! Watch alot of your utube! Thank You!

[@stocker0690]

Great episode brother

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you

[@fish_guru20]

That's what I love about ol Chad he is good hearted competitive an never forgets the little guys learned alot from him an fluke master witch by the ways lives in same town as me an I can never see him still got clint tho lol yall got me in to kayaking an fishing an it's become ether a addiction or passion cant figure out witch one yet lol love the content Chad

[@ChadHooverFishing]

You need to hang out at the donut shop and then you can find Gene.... LOL. Thanks brother

[@fish_guru20]

@@ChadHooverFishing lol

[@TheBadTrad]

As a native of So FL, I know exactly what you mean when you talk about the state. Also, was that a Buffett reference when you said you need to “go to see the Voodoo Lady”??

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Ha! Yes it was. Nice catch

[@TheBadTrad]

Chad Hoover I love it!

[@chadsmith5146]

Fishing addiction is real and I have it

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Yes it is and many of us do

[@advancegraphics6400]

I believe there is strong essence of life in 🐟 fishing.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I can attest...

[@kevinholm9572]

Just finished my first year with a kayak... I didn't know how important the decision to buy my boat would be. As a husband, father, and business owner, 2020 challenged me to hold to what is reel... Oops... Real ( ; Chad, Thanks for this video. That end montage reminded me of what keeps me centered. Winter here in Iowa is unforgiving, but can't wait for the new water paths spring will reveal!

[@terryclowers4433]

Really enjoyed the video very relaxing hope their is more👍

[@trentcooper9975]

Awesome video bro 👊

[@walter992]

The military has also afforded me the opportunity to live in many places but NW Florida is my home of choice.

[@bigricksoutdooradventures6540]

Pensacola Here!

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Yeap. It definitely helped me become a better angler

[@markharp1988]

Been fishing from a bass hunter 120. Looking to get a wilderness atak 140 or a jackson big rig. Which one should I go with? I weight 240 6'3

[@buddylove5308]

I cant wait to get my pedal drive kayak in!

[@gregdilley3490]

Great video man that’s some good stuff hold on to that rod those aren’t cheap😂keep it up man 👍👊

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thank you!! Ha! You are right

[@jamierhine661]

I’m on my wife’s KZbin because I dislike the clickity box but I enjoyed your segment. You have a bit of a John C. Reilly vibe. I just got into kayaks but its more fun to learn from people who genuinely dig it.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Thanks Jamie’s husband

[@joelp3009]

As a fairly new kayak angler what setting changes do I need to do to my graph to fully utilize it while kayak fishing?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s a broad question. I would honestly say to set things on auto to get started and then dial it in from there

[@shacklord]

Been fishing off of kayaks 15 years now. Offshore Hawai'i

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Nice! It’s on my list to get our there. I’m gonna try to do it when I turn fifty for the Hawaii 5.0 theme... LOL

[@maskedfishing7168]

Chad. Which Kaya would you recommend for a beginner. I looking for the best bang for my buck. What you got?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

That’s tough to answer easily. Im working on doing research on this topic right now so that i can answer it better. Testing a few boats to be better informed right after this quarantine is over

[@maskedfishing7168]

Thanks Chad. Looking forward to it. What would you say your dream kayak would be?

[@CoachWoodwardoutdoors]

Without a doubt I got into kayak fishing to fish places that no one else can get a boat into. Also I can’t afford a real boat since I’m just a football coach. One day when I have 89k followers I may get me a pedal kayak

[@ChadHooverFishing]

One day when I have more than 89K followers I may get one too...

[@jasonc3522]

I enjoy the workout of paddling almost as my much as the fishing.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

👍

[@johnbaker4847]

some days, I get into the nature -n- stuff Soo much, I forget to fish. (for a while... 😱🙀🤔🧐) ... but then I come to my senses. "FISH ON!"

[@jasonc3522]

@@johnbaker4847 yeah I've forgot to start fishing a couple of times getting lost the silent serenity of a early morning landscape.

[@tight-linesaustin1717]

Nice video. Song at end of video...name and the band?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Not sure, I will find out

[@TheBassquatchHunter]

Nice video!

[@judydmoncovich5776]

Nice to see the pros miss a hook set every now and again 🎣🎣

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I just do that for the videos.. 😂😂😂😂

[@judydmoncovich5776]

@@ChadHooverFishing I appreciate that 😁

[@rhuerta2002]

I would like to start kayaking but iam 275 what kayak would you recommend?

[@hoffmanted7622]

I had a close call, where impact glasses when fishing!

[@kennethcalhoun5763]

I would love to learn more about the sport

[@philtarbox8256]

Hi... my name is Phil, and I'm a fishing addict... I can't say that I know what other addicts have experienced, but I have no plans to stop fishing even if there's a cure for it... LOL

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Heck yeah!!

[@byronbrasher8118]

Surprised that you caught a crawdad with that much activity going on in that river.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

I’m special like that... Sometimes....

[@humbertogonzalez18]

How do you power your yolotek spoke

[@TravisDoesKayakFishing]

Why kayak fishing? 1.) It gets me on the water 2.) I like fishing 3.) Low maintenance 4.) I like to paddle 5.) I can access water that boats cannot 6.) You love it or hate it, it's that simple

[@ChadHooverFishing]

👊🏻

[@claudiorazzetti8682]

Just joined on Free Membership.

[@dakkarocka]

Vibe owes you a commission.

[@tannerbradford7233]

What are you going to do to that horse at the hotel room!? @chadhoover

[@ChadHooverFishing]

😂😂😂😂

[@nashvillefirenickhood9845]

🔥🔥🔥

[@ubangigonzolas1893]

Hi, I'm Ubangi, and I'm a fishing addict....

[@stellarfirefighter5318]

A good stalker is one you don’t know you have.

[@KayakUSA1]

I'm the STALKER ....... MUAHAHAHA...

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Ha!! We need to go fishing and shoot a collab

[@Glock-1]

I have the same body and I can’t figure out why I have no stalkers either!

[@claudiorazzetti8682]

me too Bro !

[@Knubinator]

Maybe you just haven't noticed an "overly overenthusiastic fan" lurking around?

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Oh, I've noticed. :)

[@trygvethomassen6393]

way you dont have a rope on your padel then ,its abaout safty , you speack of safty , an dont have safty in your padel???

[@seibrav]

Bigfoot spotted at 17:45.

[@DominusEstOK]

Why don't I have a stalker? LOL

[@jasonkazakoff3012]

im gonna take my hourse to the hotel room lmfao chad hoover lol