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My Top 8 Bass Fishing Lures of 2024!
Happy New Year! My 2024 fishing was better than I could have ever expected. Tried a ton of different lures and styles but some lures were definitely used more than others. Thought I would power fish more but turns out I prefer to finesse fish. Next year, I will continue hone my finesse fishing skills with some power fishing thrown in as well as learning to fish with a jig. Here's hoping everyone has a great time fishing in 2025! Tight Lines!
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0:00 Intro
0:13 Crankbait
2:18 Weightless Fluke
4:59 Spinnerbait
6:57 Topwater
9:00 Swimbait
11:50 Shakey Head
18:58 Texas Rig
25:25 Wacky Rig
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Відео

Kayak Bass Fishing 2024: The Final Catches
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Here are the last few bass that I caught for 2024. Learned a lot in the last year and am a better angler for it. Next year, I plan on fishing more tournaments and expanding what I have learned already. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! Launch: Blythe Landing, Lake Norman Weather: Partly Cloudy, 40 degrees, 0-5 mph wind Water: 60 degrees, clear, 5' visibility Lure...
Wacky Rig Cold Front Fishing on Lake Norman, NC
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Had the opportunity to fish the same launch pre-cold front and during a cold front. Such a big change in weather. Couldn't find the big bass but added some to the December monthly leaderboard. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! Launch: Blythe Landing, Lake Norman Day 1: Weather: Clear, 50 degrees, 0-5 mph wind Water: 63 degrees, clear, 5' visibility Day2: Weather:...
Windy and Cold - Let's Go Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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20 degree morning? Check! 10 miles per hour wind? Check! Perfect conditions to go early winter largemouth bass fishing! Follow along as I search for bass in some chilly and windy conditions. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! Launch: Blythe Landing, Lake Norman Weather: sunny, 23 degrees, 10mph SSW Water: 65 degrees, clear, 5' visibility Lures used: Keitech Easy S...
Early Winter Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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Decided to go out in the cold and try some early winter bass fishing. Pedaled an hour to the hot hole near a power plant looking for warmer water. Let's see how I did. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! Launch: Blythe Landing, Lake Norman Lures used: Candy Craw Frittside Crankbait Carolina Pumpkin/Chartreuse Stick Bait m.ua-cam.com/channels/uTUXMEeajlifTbzufbbTag....
Fall Bass Fishing in Dirty Water
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October was a hard month to fish this year with the recent hurricane muddying the waters. Skunked on all but one trip. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! New videos weekly! Launch: Hagers Creek, Lake Norman Lures used: Roboworm green pumpkin straight tail worm H2O White/chartreuse spinner bait m.ua-cam.com/channels/uTUXMEeajlifTbzufbbTag.html #kayakbassfishing #ba...
September Monthly Fishing Recap FKA Tournament
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Recap of my September catches for the Foothills Kayak Anglers Monthly Tournament. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! New videos weekly! Launch: Stumpy Creek, McCrary Creek, Lake Norman Lures used: River2Sea Whopper Plopper - Chrome/Black Strike King Buzz Bait and White frog Homemade Carolina Pumpkin Stick Bait Homemade Junebug Craw m.ua-cam.com/channels/uTUXMEeajl...
My BIGGEST Bass Yet! (New Personal Best Caught on Lake Norman!)
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Three bass off the same dock and who would have thought that my BIGGEST bass to date would be lurking underneath. Still can't believe I was able to land this BEAST. Like, comment, and subscribe for more kayak bass fishing content! New videos weekly! Launch: Stumpy Creek, Lake Norman Weather Conditions: Partly Cloudy, 70 degrees, light wind Water Conditions: 81 degrees, 3' visibility Fish: Spott...
Struggling To Catch Fish In the Summer Heat
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Haven't been out fishing much in the last 2 months and the summer heat and hot water have not been helping much. Finding the bass has been difficult when I can't get out at sunrise so I have been focusing on some big bluegills instead on a micro ultra-light rod. Please like, subscribe, and leave me a comment. See you on the water and TIGHT LINES! New videos weekly! Launches: Long Island & Stump...
Lake Norman Bass Fishing in Summer | Kayak Bass Fishing
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Lake Norman Bass Fishing in Summer | Kayak Bass Fishing
Lake Norman Bass Fishing - Father's Day Weekend Compilation
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Lake Norman Bass Fishing - Father's Day Weekend Compilation
Lake Norman Kayak Bass Fishing - June Foothills Monthly Tournament
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Lake Norman Kayak Bass Fishing - June Foothills Monthly Tournament
May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament FINALE | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
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May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament FINALE | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament Pt. 3 | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
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May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament Pt. 3 | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament Pt. 2 | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
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May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament Pt. 2 | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
May Monthly Bass Fishing Tournament Pt. 1 | Foothills Kayak Anglers | Lake Norman
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Rainy Day Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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Rainy Day Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
First Time Kayak Bass Fishing | Ramsey Creek Lake Norman
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First Time Kayak Bass Fishing | Ramsey Creek Lake Norman
My Son's First Kayak Fishing Trip | Lake Norman Bass Fishing
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My Son's First Kayak Fishing Trip | Lake Norman Bass Fishing
My Dilemma in Fishing Bass Tournaments
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My Dilemma in Fishing Bass Tournaments
Bass Fishing Against the Wind | Kayak Bass Fishing | Lake Norman
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Bass Fishing Against the Wind | Kayak Bass Fishing | Lake Norman
Some Pre-Spawn Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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Some Pre-Spawn Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
Surprise Catch While Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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Surprise Catch While Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
Pre-Spawn Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
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Pre-Spawn Kayak Bass Fishing on Lake Norman
Kayak Bass Fishing Tournament Event 1 | Foothills Kayak Anglers
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Kayak Bass Fishing Tournament Event 1 | Foothills Kayak Anglers
Kayak Bass Fishing Tournament Event #1 Queen City Yadkin Yolo
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Kayak Bass Fishing Tournament Event #1 Queen City Yadkin Yolo
Bass Fishing Practice on High Rock Lake
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Bass Fishing Practice on High Rock Lake
Crankbait Kayak Bass Fishing in Cold Muddy Water
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Crankbait Kayak Bass Fishing in Cold Muddy Water

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @FishingWithKeidra
    @FishingWithKeidra День тому

    Awesome video just subscribed to your channel from Mississippi

  • @MrJaxnbeFishing
    @MrJaxnbeFishing 8 днів тому

    Don’t worry, you’ll get that 1 again next year. Good video!💯💯

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 12 днів тому

    Awesome video bud... Really shows how much the baits change over the course of the year.... Hate it when the big flops off!!!

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 12 днів тому

      Appreciate it! Yeah, that 20 incher jumping off still hurts to this day!

    • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
      @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 12 днів тому

      @HookLineAndThinker yeah using the net like you did in the other clips is the way to go... Also on a big one I slide my seat back a bit

  • @MrJaxnbeFishing
    @MrJaxnbeFishing 14 днів тому

    I’m know the feeling. Hopefully winter flys by so we all can get back in the yak. I subscribed ✊🏾💯

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 14 днів тому

      Appreciate the follow! I fish all year long. My home lake fishes pretty well through winter, so hopefully, it picks up soon.

  • @landonmoore76
    @landonmoore76 15 днів тому

    It's been a really tough December

  • @thepcpplug4314
    @thepcpplug4314 24 дні тому

    Hi hook ! Im 23 from Chicago i used to fish Lake Michigan for Coho salmon & trout. I live about an hour away from Lake Norman. I will be getting my inland fishing license for NC next week. Its been a few years & would love to have a fishing buddy & experienced angler to learn from. I do not have instagram , but if you have an email I can give you my contact info & we can work something out !

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 22 дні тому

      Appreciate the comment! I am very far from an experienced angler but am have learned a lot this year!

  • @HookLineAndThinker
    @HookLineAndThinker 29 днів тому

    With the new year approaching fast, I would like your input. What you like, what you don't like, maybe you want to see something completely different, should it be more interactive or informative, etc...

  • @outoftheframefr
    @outoftheframefr Місяць тому

    I'm surprised the fish are so shallow this time of year! do they stay like that year round or do they head out deep later?

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker Місяць тому

      @outoftheframefr The area I was fishing stays warmer due to a power plant near by.

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt Місяць тому

    Dang that sucks your wheel broke... At least you had a good day fishing!!

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker Місяць тому

      @MajorSmartBassFishing Thanks. The used wheels lasted me a year so not bad I guess. Already ordered a new set

  • @ILFISNG
    @ILFISNG Місяць тому

    That looks like a extremely unhealthy fish

  • @Michigananglingadventures
    @Michigananglingadventures 2 місяці тому

    Nice video man and cool channel! I’ll subscribe for sure

  • @landonmoore76
    @landonmoore76 3 місяці тому

    Sucks you didn't get another chance to go you could have won

  • @mojoTx
    @mojoTx 3 місяці тому

    That’s cool bro do a grow in the dark that should attract them

  • @Saucegardenerjets
    @Saucegardenerjets 4 місяці тому

    Damn that’s a big one

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 4 місяці тому

    Great job I noticed you went on by me in the standings... You ever need a fishing partner lmk

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 4 місяці тому

      Appreciate it! Shoot me a message through Facebook, and we can set something up. Would be cool to fish with you.

  • @optic-y8p
    @optic-y8p 6 місяців тому

    keep it up and ware can I get some

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 6 місяців тому

    What area do you like fishing the most?

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 6 місяців тому

      I've been enjoying secondary points in the back of creeks. Mostly due to the insane amount of wake boats.

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 6 місяців тому

    Looks like you had a good day .. I haven't had one in a while hopefully tomorrow is the day

  • @landonmoore76
    @landonmoore76 6 місяців тому

    Catching way more than I been catching. That 20.5" jumping off is hard to even watch I couldn't imagine

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 6 місяців тому

      Just can't find the quality fish like you and when I finally found one, he jumped

  • @timchristensen5606
    @timchristensen5606 7 місяців тому

    Slippery lil sob’s 😂

  • @kalithechamp1412
    @kalithechamp1412 7 місяців тому

    He earned it 🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @XlightninX
    @XlightninX 7 місяців тому

    Good day for the bass

  • @joshgamingvlogs5203
    @joshgamingvlogs5203 7 місяців тому

    😢

  • @PBclipz
    @PBclipz 7 місяців тому

    Just catch and let go, who cares how big it is? I don't even own scales anymore 😂

    • @markusbroadwater8361
      @markusbroadwater8361 7 місяців тому

      You are right on point sir

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      The kayak tournament that I am participating in is catch, photo & release. A picture is needed of the fish on the ruler to be able to submit the catch.

  • @matthewbernard4152
    @matthewbernard4152 7 місяців тому

    I mean you didn’t really lose it unless you didn’t weigh it yet but you got the measurements on camera

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      We have to take a photo of the fish on the board to submit it for a kayak tournament. Was getting it ready for the photo.

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 7 місяців тому

    That’s why I angle my board down in my boat and with these big ones I have my net at the end of the board. We all learn the hard way. Also now that it’s so hot outside, dip your board in the water for a few seconds before you put them on it. Sometimes they’re feeling the burn like we do when walking on hot sand.

  • @Tracy-Inches
    @Tracy-Inches 7 місяців тому

    Long live the 20” bass!

  • @Truthis724
    @Truthis724 7 місяців тому

    Slippery sucker

  • @landonmoore76
    @landonmoore76 7 місяців тому

    Nooooo that was tough to watch

  • @ChadHooverFishing
    @ChadHooverFishing 7 місяців тому

    Just happened to me too… 😂

  • @THEKACK123
    @THEKACK123 7 місяців тому

    U gotta put the net under the end of the measuring board. It seems stupid but it works.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      Thanks! Looking for a bigger net already. Gonna start measuring on the floor for the bigger fish too.

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 7 місяців тому

    Dang that sucks I know the feeling... Hate that for you!!

  • @colejfishingadventures
    @colejfishingadventures 7 місяців тому

    Grea video man! I make fishing videos as well so it's really fun to watch your videos and I really enjoy them!! I've gotta get out and make a bass fishing video myself!! Keep up the great work!! 💪🤝

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 7 місяців тому

    That was an awesome day. Sure wish Norman wasn’t so far away.

  • @landonmoore76
    @landonmoore76 7 місяців тому

    You killed it this day. I was out there in the same area fishing this day. I seen you shooting up the leader board. I was really looking for 18"+ fish you were catching lol.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      Appreciate it man! It felt good to try to catch up to you! Couldn't get those last 2 inches though.

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 7 місяців тому

    Ain't over yet... Might get where you are lol probly not

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      Got my fingers crossed that the standings hold! Best of luck if you can add some fish before tournament end! Tight lines!

    • @landonmoore76
      @landonmoore76 7 місяців тому

      I really hope the standings hold also 😅

    • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
      @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 7 місяців тому

      I added absolutely nothing today... Broke off a good one... Loosing my confidence in these hotter months

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 7 місяців тому

      Damn! I'm sorry to hear that! It's gets tough for the summer months, but will be fall before you know it!

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 8 місяців тому

    Those spots are wiggly rascals

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 8 місяців тому

      Yes they are!

    • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
      @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 8 місяців тому

      Don't feel bad it happens lost several the same way up at Ramsey Creek a 18 incher too .. gotta just keep chugging along!!

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 8 місяців тому

    That 18 incher looked like a female ready to spawn.

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 9 місяців тому

    Great time! Kinda wish Norman was closer so I could be catching them spots too!

  • @lifeunhooked
    @lifeunhooked 9 місяців тому

    Awesome

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 9 місяців тому

    Get the kid using 1/16 or 1/8oz beetle spin. He’ll be catching something almost every cast.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      Thanks for the tip! He would love to catch more fish.

    • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
      @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 9 місяців тому

      @@HookLineAndThinker Light or Ultralight action rod. 5.5’ to 6’. Every fish will feel like it’s 4lbs. It’s a bunch of fun. I’ve caught every species and size on a beetle spin. It’s my go to when the fishing gets tough.

  • @dwightstephenson_fishing5150
    @dwightstephenson_fishing5150 9 місяців тому

    That’s what it’s all about

  • @martinharris859
    @martinharris859 9 місяців тому

    Monthly's are fools gold.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      Appreciate your comment. I am undecided on it. On one side, I enjoy competition and seeing how well I could do. On the other side, it makes me hyper focused on how well everyone else is doing and could take some enjoyment of just fishing away.

    • @martinharris859
      @martinharris859 9 місяців тому

      Yeah, I get that, too. I stopped doing the monthly's and just do tourney's now. Some people have a lot more time to do the monthly's (usually the same people are always winning them). Got tired of lining the pockets of the same people every month.@@HookLineAndThinker

  • @landonsmith491
    @landonsmith491 9 місяців тому

    Good to meet you on Sunday.

  • @fletchergriffith8584
    @fletchergriffith8584 9 місяців тому

    It all depends on your goals. Just have fun learning. I learn every day.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      My goals lately have shifted multiple times. Really just trying to appreciate nature and the thrill of catching fish.

  • @markwilkins6711
    @markwilkins6711 9 місяців тому

    You're never going to get better till you change your attitude a little bit.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      Don't I know it! Outside of fishing, I am getting professional help to change my way of thinking. Definitely over-critical of myself and my actions. Working hard to be satisfied with the smaller accomplishments and work towards better things. Really appreciate the comment. Tight Lines!

  • @SmartBassFishingWithKurt
    @SmartBassFishingWithKurt 9 місяців тому

    Got to hang in there trust me I have had some of the same feelings lately... That's why I'm gonna just stick to the monthlys and try my best and whatever happens happens... Still fun!!

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      Thanks for the kind words. I started fishing monthlys back in November and trying my hardest to be happy that I get to fish so much and not so much on the results!

  • @perfectleveladventurefishi619
    @perfectleveladventurefishi619 9 місяців тому

    new sub good stuff

  • @markwilkins6711
    @markwilkins6711 9 місяців тому

    The quickest way to get better is to fish every tournament you can.

    • @HookLineAndThinker
      @HookLineAndThinker 9 місяців тому

      Thank you for your advice! Really appreciate it! I try to go fishing weekly and have participated in a few monthly online tournaments recently. Will definitely sign up for some additional one-day tournaments as I gain more confidence.

  • @Photonchronicle
    @Photonchronicle 9 місяців тому

    Go over it all the time

    • @BIGFOOT_FROM_BB
      @BIGFOOT_FROM_BB 8 місяців тому

      Fr got a 32 lbs flathead somewhere around there not to long ago