Worked my ass off for this Fish 5 days *Striped Bass CATCH AND COOK*

Getting back into the groove of fishing. Took me five days to catch this fish, but what a journey!
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[@vessia6069]

Ain’t nothing like getting a new fisherman’s life video in the morning.

[@markdenison2006]

And on my bday

[@thomasbarnes7088]

And on the day of my funeral

[@markdenison2006]

@@thomasbarnes7088 holy shit thats dark😂

[@FriedAss69]

Mythic Revolution happy birthday to you!

[@SuperBaconFishing]

@@markdenison2006 HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! WOO!!!

[@ryanmckissick9610]

I bought one of your hoodies for my father-in-law... I don’t think he’s worn anything else for the last month!

[@rf5381]

WWG1WGA

[@Ryu-qk1kx]

@Cooper Williams there always have to be someone like you, huh

[@pinkorange4980]

no socks ew

[@ichista]

No pants eww

[@zekecamacho3496]

Only liked the comment for the fj pic..

[@XLRoachKilla]

Hey! I’m 19 years old and I’ve never been fishing, I’ve watched your videos for over two years now, today after work I bought a pole and a tackle box, I failed, I fixed , I tried, I figured out my pole and I had a lot of mess ups today, but it was fun day and I’m going tomorrow again and the day after, just need a better spot

[@elimcm5149]

Rogelio A i reccomed a charter so you catch something and go with someone who is experienced

[@Quagula]

Read the info on your pole. Its important to know what kind of weights it can throw. Its easy to go too light or too heavy

[@CosmicLogic-ts5vr]

Goodluck! Remember to always read the regulations and get a license or else the gov will smack you with a big fine

[@allaroundamazing7007]

Hey man stick with it. We all started somewhere. Eventually you’ll get good at it if you stick with it!

[@fogman0007]

That is great...nothing like going fishing...lifetime enjoyment

[@BomaniChisulo]

I feel like due to your videos that I know more about California fishing regulations than I do my own state.

[@theskinthief962]

Right I have lived in Virginia for 16 years and I still don't know anything for my state

[@phiology1983]

The last time I was early for Matt's video was when Corona was just a beer 😁

[@bobmicrosh7421]

😂

[@JoyElectric567]

Lol

[@ChezJ1]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@daronoch5779]

Wanna know something kinda funny? There is a strawberry variety called corona.

[@vbgvbg1133]

RO RO ???

[@natelane588]

As much as I love seeing you catch fish, the videos where you have a hard time getting anything make me feel so much better about those days I get skunked. Other people's videos make it seem like I should be hooking something every third cast.

[@zenkiah554]

It'll be called catching not fishing

[@snaxs2000]

Now you know why fishermen get so excited on a catch. It takes time. You have to just go and enjoy the outdoors even if you don't catch. Go often. You eventually run into special days, a full wide open bite.

[@chancesimmons8114]

Amen to that

[@joshuanavarro3586]

I'm not interested in fishing or vlogging at all, but somehow Matt's videos are so comforting and homey that I keep coming back. Glad to see that you're up and jigging after your surgery my man, keep up the amazing work!

[@YOSHIMOTO_HI_SPEED]

Left 150 tabs on 1440p with ads running on my work computer, and the Playlist is looped replaying. Sending good vibes your way man!

[@cakebitch321]

Teach me how

[@Ryu-qk1kx]

wow bless you, man. humanity needs more people like you

[@tashey1203]

Awww

[@danielinggs9569]

Your the MVP

[@thetravelingbuenos7139]

Im glad you mentioned the safety involving those landslides. Especially that area. I work for the GGNRA and unfortunately that exact slide did cover a women and I worked the retrieval process. Very sad and she was just walking the beach, not even camping. So be aware of your surroundings and don't walk along the cliffs. Glad to see you back and healthy

[@eyebeebak]

where exactly was that? near fort funston?

[@1nt3rn4ltr0n]

Did she died?

[@thetravelingbuenos7139]

Yes she did.. near funston.. south of sloat..

[@1nt3rn4ltr0n]

@@thetravelingbuenos7139 damn that's unfortunate. Don't walk along the cliffs would be in my mind for now on

[@backpackingwithmarco3047]

Fisherman’s life: “see that translucent color? People say that’s mercury” Also Fisherman’s Life: “oH wElL”

[@spaMgobLiN]

:D

[@jaczekdertuerke]

that is total hoax though, even many freshwater fish have that, it is oil reflecting in sunlight

[@matthewjohnson4583]

I've never felt so happy watching someone fish. The positive vibes are contagious

[@sub_for_no_reason317]

The most important info we are missing: how was your stomach afterwards?

[@Falixd]

I need an answer aswell

[@JohnDoe-kf8en]

I agree

[@vitortiba8598]

he replied to a comment down there saying it's all good

[@maethlin]

@@vitortiba8598 Thanks! I was wondering as well

[@thomashughes8634]

TrollerCoaster his stomach was hurting that time because all the butter he eats

[@azraelidris1080]

“I don’t like stripers”..... every fisherman in Jersey just died lol

[@jerryyang3516]

It's a west coast thing. 5 out of ten fishermen will release striped bass. Boggles me.

[@MistaE]

They taste bomb tho

[@209alfredo2091]

@@jerryyang3516 we actually go fishing for stripers exclusively lol

[@jerryyang3516]

@@209alfredo2091 same here.

[@azraelidris1080]

Jerry Yang I remember my dad telling me years ago that they were hybrids and not true stripers on the west coats and it had something to do with the line pattern. Coulda just as easily been fresh water he was talking about though. That was many many years ago.

[@matthewh5935]

“That translucent color some people say is mercury.” I could not disagree more, that’s just how properly bled and taken care of striper looks. I could be wrong because my only reference is East Coast striper, but I would say mercury poisoning is only a major problem in the outliers of a species, ex: much bigger than normal fish.

[@user-sx5go4ry5t]

Matthew H definitely agree, people are more weary about eating tuna than striped if you want to talk about mercury level

[@BC-ue3ku]

Who else was pumped when Jock Jams started playing 😂 👍

[@qrk-jacob50]

these catch n cooks are so entertaining keep it up

[@bassnbucks3238]

Bro I can relate to you much lol worked my ass off for a wild hog this past weekend with my bow!

[@indianasquatchunters]

Hog hunting with a bow is hard. Congrats on your take down. Are you able to break through their plate(s) with a bow? Whats the poundage on you bow?

[@user-mf8jp4kv8h]

@@indianasquatchunters no responds xD ahahahahah

[@ebsa123123]

Yo we need some info on ur bow...come out from where ur hiding and tell us lol

[@hattrikswayz2695]

"Woooooo wooo" the life and times of a fisherman who is alone. Classic

[@newto4361]

Definitely 10 points for perseverance and trying,thank's for the video and sharing the joy of making a catch,all the best.

[@iantottle7157]

It was Great to meet you on Day one! I was the surfer with the green board! great to see you back man thanks for the conversation !

[@Aaron.Davis56]

Striped Bass is really good. In CT our min size is 28" - 35" and 1 per day. That size shouldn't have mercury or enough to worry about unless you're pregnant

[@draxxsklounst6595]

There's some good fishing around CT

[@ethanphouthakoun1978]

Same regulation here in R.I.

[@bencutrer6106]

Connecticut striper fishing is no joke caught my first ever in ct out in Groton

[@natelane588]

Can they be caught from shore in CT? If so, I think my brother would love it

[@kevinlino7923]

Aaron Davis dame here in mass

[@bigdawg1096]

Thank you - we need you more than ever during this pandemic

[@apf777]

"Y'ALL READY FOR THIS?!" Might be my favorite moment in a fishing video of 2020!

[@johntstromberg]

Automatiq the editing with the music was awesome haha

[@inamoratociardi]

Bruh I’m not gone lie, I started watching you a few years ago, now I can’t stop fishing! Much love from Oakland to LV. I appreciate you!

[@maxrosen169]

Dude hell yea! I caught my first bass here in NJ surf on a bucktail yesterday. 23 incher which wasn’t a keeper here but first of the season I like to toss back anyways. So happy to see a striped bass catch and cook since we have them here on the east coast.

[@CAAARRRLL]

Facts all the beaches closed for me

[@munen343]

"My signature slop" We love your slop. But seriously the avacado and fish at the end means you've succeeded and that in turn means we succeeded.

[@fernoramos94]

Love the channel, i like how you're not only in expensive boats with top of the line gear not everyone can get, I've learned tons of things from you.

[@stanleyjones2085]

So excited that your back can't hardly wait until your next video. Wishing you tight lines, God Bless you and yours.

[@robertross9567]

I’ve had terrible luck using sand crabs in California. Threw on a little Berkeley gulp minnow and started having a ton of luck. Just make sure it looks good moving through the water.

[@mamaperker]

The music starting and stopping was hilarious. Glad to see ya back in action

[@spudman54]

Matt really glad to have you back from your injury and uploading! Take it easy, be safe out there, and keep the videos coming

[@iovanalva8488]

Ive been watching your videos on and off for a while now and ive enjoyed watching them. You definitively bring that true vibe on your videos, you keep it real. Keep at it brotha!

[@sanosukesada7834]

It can be a buoy. But i'm sure its used as fenders for a boat to cushions the impact during alongside another boat, etc.

[@SimpleElectronics]

WOOT! Fisherman's life is BACK! Just starting the video, hoping it goes better for you than the last one!

[@lucypixels773]

Glad you're back, missed this wholesome and friendly content! Stay safe!

[@sigma8995]

Watching you getting a fish on the 5th day helps reassure me. My brother and i fished for several days and got nothing! Even a skilled fisherman sometimes get skunked

[@helzer_outdoors]

hell yea i missed you man you’re the guy who got me hooked on catch and cooks

[@noodlenomnom6746]

THE MANS MAKING HIS COMEBACK

[@carlosmangrobang5629]

I admire your persistence. I'm not yet an ocean angler but my wife keeps on forcing the issue. So hopefully, I can ramp up my gear and start learning from you. Thanks much for the cool content.

[@jordub]

So glad you are back! Stay safe and healthy!

[@Blaqk_8298]

The barbershop must be open again.

[@H4rpyE4gle]

Learn how to cut your own hair, its not that hard.

[@jacksondane6402]

@@H4rpyE4gle sort of is, most people have to train for years to competently cut hair. Obviously if you have a buzz cut or something it's pretty easy but anything above that the majority of people wpildnt be able to do on someone else let alone themselves

[@davidbarajas8934]

@@H4rpyE4gle Mista best jobro

[@lkillercaml9945]

@@H4rpyE4gle I cut mine and its uneven everywhere haha but if rather have that then a coconut head

[@ayeniszwan]

Pretty sure it's an old video before the quarantine

[@xzaviertariq5692]

Ain't nothing better than a good ol new "Hell yeah" in months

[@stashmoneyxxl]

Your videos make me happy man, thanks. Glad you’re back.

[@goodguygoodvibes8577]

Thanks for the knowledge that you include in your videos

[@nspajay]

EEEK HAVE BINGED WATCHED ALL YOUR VIDEOS so glad for a new one!

[@stephenfaulkner2327]

At 4:18 "the water looks weird" That is what a rip current looks like you can see the water being pulled out.

[@TheJaymon1962]

Nice of you to keep at it! Thanks

[@ashneelk250]

Man I've missed this dude and his videos! He's made so much progress in every aspect of his channel.

[@williamstezowski804]

You should get in touch with marling baits, two of my favorite fishing KZbinrs

[@rivs-bn4ho]

William Stezowski marlin is a fresh water guy though but maybe we can see some saltwater lures.

[@Seanwoodward24]

Just found marlins channel the other night and i binge watched so many videos that man has some talent

[@Goo4You135]

On'ta the next, bait.

[@khairulanwar8889]

Big Love From Malaysia Matt. You're lifestyle is what i wanna have ❤️

[@JR-bw3tr]

@ 1:05 thanks Matts , I always replay your low-key tutorials , your always hella mellow and chill , when breaking down your rigs... 🤝 And yes I still replay Bro always.....

[@chancesimmons8114]

Glad ur back and healthy bro thanks for the great videos 🤙👊

[@andyly1524]

Glad you're back. I once drove to the bay area by myself from socal and fished the weekends. Luckily i got 2 stripers that weekend

[@ebsa123123]

Thats funny i'm going to drive to San Bernardino from the bayarea this weekend probably bymyself also✌🏼

[@kevingonzales1191]

Hey man, idk if you have a video on it already but to see what rigs you recommend and how you tie them would be a great vid !

[@robertspencer6422]

I love this guy because he keeps it real!, try all day and no fish.....it be like that sometimes ...tight lines yall!

[@klingonsexy]

So happy to see you getting your tightline back! Pedaling that bike is gonna help with PT on your Achilles tendon, too! Stay safe, stay healthy!

[@patrickelias6428]

Sometimes he’s quiet and mellow and some days like this one he snorted coke or something

[@jameshowlett5492]

Whoa, chill bro, I don't think he wants you telling the world about that. Jeesh, a little discretion please? Thank you! SMH! (Pulls out credit card!)

[@nickzzz6398]

Patrick Elias I thought the same

[@sneaky2866]

I thought so as well😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SSGTallgeese]

yeah, nah

[@jomama9465]

yall talkin shit on my boy?

[@jesadakangromklang1408]

You’re back 😭😭😭 one of the good things to happen during this corona virus pandemic

[@fentao7831]

Thanks for sharing, love to learn from you!

[@shotgunaaron]

You put in some work...glad it finally paid off! Thanks for the vid.

[@gamerone996]

I remember fishing many many years ago as a kid. Thats the last time I've fished. Moved back to my home state since then etc... I always caught tons of fish. My friends always looked at me like how are you catching them I can't catch anything. Lol.

[@smolsad9084]

Found you recently, you Inspire me to not be such a lazy ass bum and actually enjoy life, thank you man, wish I can be like you eventually, you’re awesome!

[@binthrdonthat]

I find your channel so relaxing and informative. I wished I had found it before this. Didn't know the fishing community. Was so cool!

[@CarlosRomero-vx8dn]

I haven’t watched the video yet but just the fact that it popped up on my feed has me geeked!!! 30 minutes of greatness.

[@stevencedrone]

Love the "Signature Slop" - You should trademark that! Again, welcome back Matts! It's always great to see one of your videos drop!!! Oh, and my daughter says you look much better without the mountain man look! :)

[@sackhair6773]

Steven Cedrone what happened to him

[@Upset_percocet]

Sack Hair he tore something in his ankle so he couldn’t fish for a bit

[@xacob3]

that sand beach looks like hard sand. in softer sand youll find more sand flees and, as a consequence, more fish

[@alexdominguez2693]

Hell yea! So glad your back on your feet and posting. Happy fishing and God Bless brotha!

[@iatecloud]

Welcome back and glad to have you back. These fishing vids are awesome!

[@ironmonkey4o8]

I was shocked when you were knocking on stripers. That's my favorite fish to catch and eat. Glad you're opening up to it again after your bad experience.

[@rbourgoine1]

Since i cant get a haircut ive been living in your hat for a while now...lol Glad ur back!

[@thefishinglor6931]

Just got to the part you recovered from achilles tendon, glad you’re back! I had s stroke last year so ill be out for a while myself. It sucks but def helps watching your videos 👏🤙

[@thorthegreat1338]

I'm so glad to see you on KZbin again you are my favorite KZbinr and religoulsy watch your videos, keep going your almost to a million and you have loyal support?

[@claytoncolgan2881]

When Y'all Ready For This came on and you're like "fish on" I died hahaahha

[@yvngplague8123]

23:53 “ say ahh” had me so dead 😂

[@bayleriich5761]

Glad you came back and healthy man. Miss watchin your videos

[@letsgetrealmedicated]

Hey, can you make a video series detailing the absolute basics for a beginner? What rod, bait, essential gear/equipment and other things that are needed to fish. Would be awesome

[@FishermansLife]

At 6:10 you can see some Japanese written on the bouy. What does it say??

[@ontside]

Fisherman's Life WELCOME BACK!!

[@willsaechao942]

Ask @outdoorcheflife

[@chovue2363]

Cant read the first 2 characters. Something something wa-ro-oh-to. 2 semesters of college japanese to learn nothing. 🤣

[@caydilemma3309]

it's hard to read the first two kanji but the katakana at the end definitely says "float" and the 2nd kanji there means south. The first one could either be "直” or "値” but I can't tell.

[@TheRAMBO9191]

You may have worked your ass off for this fish but please... Don't break a leg. Lol. Glad your back.

[@jacobdavidcunningham1440]

lol "let this guy go" Lt. Dan you ain't got no legs 24:31 dog going balls out in the background damn glad your tendon healed(seems like it)

[@albertcrisguanzon3999]

Welcome back sir, nice to see you doin catch and cook again, miss you sir hopin more to come and god bless, from Philippines

[@weheadyaf808fam5]

Iv been subscribed since less then 50k . I stopped watching around 100k come back around 1 year later you’re nearing your 1 million! Insane my dude. I started binge watching everything of yours and as your sub count grows the energy I’m your vids are just night and day difference. I always enjoyed your vids and can’t find a good reason as to why I stopped watching. People always gravitate towards you’re own personal style and o see you’ve stayed true to yourself although you’re wayyyyyyy more enthusiastic now. The shift in your energy is pretty dope to watch and I’ll leave this hear with you keep being you man. Love the vids

[@FishermansLife]

Thank you! I've grown a lot with this channel. Even myself looking back to some earlier videos it's a night and day difference but at the core I still feel the same. Means a lot and good to hear the comment. It's like seeing a baby and then being separated for months or years and finally seeing them again. Can barely recognize the growth. Appreciate it! Hope you've been well

[@foodnetworks]

Did you get another gall bladder attack after eating that fish?

[@FishermansLife]

No, all good!

[@foodnetworks]

@@FishermansLife great!! Stay safe .. happy fishing

[@Xx2ED]

Personally, the best way of eating a fresh-caught fish is by steaming it, gut it, descales it, stuff some ginger in it then steam it with some oil, after 10-15 mins (depend on the size of the fish) and the flesh can easily remove from the bone, you can tell its cooked, finally pour some soy sauce on it, the most delicious food on earth is served.

[@ajliu2168]

Hahaha cantonese way

[@tcisamazing5]

Glad to see your posting again man! Hope you keep getting better from you injury. Much love!

[@geofish]

Good to see you back! Loved your videos...from salt to fresh...camping and so on....woot woot!!!

[@jerrytvong2786]

You need some Lao friends to cook that for you 🔥🔥🔥

[@hunlao4799]

Wow almost 1mill subs I been here since the beginning I dont comment usually but happy for ya 😎

[@kennysharp9230]

Glad to see you back with more videos regularly, hopefully! Glad you're doing better. Would be great to see some more catch/cook/camp trout fly fishing videos up in the mountains. You should really read up on Euro Nymphing technique with fly fishing and give it a try.

[@2iBMX]

Quality content brother. Glad to have you back!

[@NhatTran-tc3ul]

He literately asks a fish to say “ah” 😂

[@danielinggs9569]

That bit made my day

[@JesusiSKing250]

Me: sees new fisherman trim also me: look how they massacred my boy

[@edwardmilette2769]

The Lorax Its called the corona cut. Everyone is getting them now👀

[@jhovannialcazar3596]

I'm happy your back again love to watch your vids again

[@shezawi26]

Man, I am really admiring you for following your passion, God bless you

[@brandonGCHACHU]

"You see that translucent stuff...its mercury. Oh well" 😂

[@jeffgreen4934]

Need to play some bone thugs n harmony cross roads to celebrate the return of fisherman’s life

[@Zahir92]

I’ve never fished but I’ve watched so many of your videos, glad your back!

[@DBENDEL]

Happy you're doing well and you're back!

[@moisesdelapuente2911]

Hello 👋

[@hotboyrock]

Wow my boy finally catching something besides rockfish 😂😂😂😂

[@ndr6961]

I am glad you are fishing during these times

[@AdventuringthePNW]

Now that was a grind. Way to not give up. True fisherman’s blood running through your veins. 👍👍