Epic Bass Fishing Day Highlights

Sep 9, 2024

Bass Fishing Adventure: Best Day Ever

Overview

  • 6,205 days of bass fishing experience.
  • 4,380 days of making YouTube videos.
  • Best day of bass fishing ever with 5 bass caught weighing nearly 40 pounds.
  • Adub caught his Personal Best (PB) bass.

Fishing Setup

  • Texas Rig: Quarter-ounce weight, 3/0 extra wide gap hook.
  • Kicking Their Bass Tackle: TVX loose baitcaster.
  • Bait Used: Strike King Rage Crawls in June Bug color (dark color for stained water).
  • Discussion about the effectiveness of the Texas rig for targeting bed bass.

Fishing Techniques

  • Targeting bed bass: Key to fishing during spawning season.
  • Importance of color choice based on water condition (darker colors for murkier water).
  • Observing and identifying fish activity near banks and sea walls.

Initial Fish Encounters

  • First few bites indicated fish may be on bed.
  • Lost fish due to improper hook set and line breakage.
  • Emphasis on sensitivity when bed fishing, as small bites can be misleading.

First Successful Catch

  • Caught a solid 3.5 to 4-pound bass after a rough start.
  • Noted aggressive behavior of bass as they were on beds.
  • Caught a smaller male bass indicating a female may be present in the area.

Continuous Action

  • Multiple successful catches, including a notable 7.25-pound bass.
  • Discussed the strategy of locating males to find females.
  • The excitement and adrenaline of catching aggressive bass.
  • Strong emphasis on maintaining fish health through quick releases.

The Big Catch

  • Caught a near 10-pound bass (actually weighed 9+ pounds).
  • Showcased enthusiasm and celebration of Adub's new PB.
  • Discussion on the ideal conditions and setup for big bass fishing at Stanley's.

Final Remarks

  • Acknowledgment of a successful fishing day with a combined weight of 35 pounds from multiple catches.
  • Highlighted the beauty of the fishing environment and the experience of fishing with friends.
  • Encouragement for viewers to subscribe to the YouTube channel and share in the excitement.

Conclusion

  • The day was filled with memorable moments, laughter, and camaraderie.
  • Reinforcement of the thrill of bass fishing and the joy of achieving personal bests.