One humble tip. Swap a couple Rapalas with single hooks. So once you get a good hole, which is branchy or you’re getting caught up a lot, switch to the single. You wouldn’t want to use a single all the time cause less hook up chance, but it will save you so much stress. Tight lines good luck brother
1:20 work it slower, and twitch the bait. I catch big browns often and if you Reel, stop, jerk it and change the amount every time you stop, they usually crush it on the pause. Also cast parallel to the current if there is any, or a 45° angle. I also HIGHLY recommend you buy a bottle of "Pro Cure" Bloody Tuna gel and dabble a small layer and spread it all over your lure, it'll leave a scent trail for them to follow if the water is murky, i never get skunked with it. Anyone who tries it that I show it too also notices a big increase in committed hook up ratios
It looks like you were using a size 9 floating rapala? Maybe go down to size 7 would help with those fish that were just take a swipe at your larger rapala. Those size 7 floating rapala are an 1/8oz and cast really well on ultralight gear. The size 5 floating rapalas are 1/16 oz but I notice that at 2" long I sometime have them tangle on me when casting.
In situations like you are in I use the Rapala countdown lure. It sinks slowly. 1 foot every second. So you can get deeper. And it is a little heavier so it is easier to cast.
Thanks for another awesome post, great catches🎣! Wow, what a lure/rod calamity.😱 Great rescue! You are giving me something to watch while I'm in mandatory Shelter-in-Place in Illinois. Given your water clarity I'd consider switching from one classic, the Original Rapala Floater, to another classic, Mepps in-line spinners. However, my trout go-to was always live mayfly larvae (wigglers) under a float.
Thanks Michael! I have yet to try a Mepps but will definitely have to do so soon. Maybe I will do a video using a Mepps, Rooster Tail, and Panther Martin to see what the main differences are :D
That’s why I carry at least three of any bait I think will be productive? Makes your box bigger but worth it. Rods? When I’m walking, at least 4. In a boat at least 8. It’s a vicious cycle.
Haha that fish dang jerkbait! It cost you some trials and tribulations, blood, sweat in tears! I'm glad you caught some fish with it and I'm glad you recovered it TWICE!! LOL!
i like using a gold flame 2 inch 1/16 oz. yo-zuri pins minnow. its not that big and its not that small, its just the right size. trout love this color.
This comment made my day! Thank you so much for being so kind and supportive. I promise these videos will continue to make their way to the internet :)
Oh the things I’ve done to retrieve rapalas. One time I got my lure wrapped around a wire going across the river. I decided to climb across the wire grab my lure then drop down into the water and swim to the bank😂
I have a system... 1) What is your budget? 2) Rank the following in order of importance: speed, stability, comfort, transportability, storage 3) How big of a kayak do you want / can you fit at your place? Once I have those answers, I will have a better answer for you!
Probably the most entertaining fishing video I've seen in a while. I like how u did the mess ups in the video. Makes me feel like I'm not the only one. Lol. And cool u found ur lure. What an adventure!!!
What’s up fish anything I know this video was a long time ago but my grandpas favorite lure for brown trout was the rapala original 2 inch black/gold they make the count down version which sinks and I like that one. Anyways what I’m getting at is you should try the 2 inch black and gold count down the gold part is a different material it almost looks like fish skin pretty cool.
Another great vid. I like what you said about gaining confidence in different baits. That's really a good idea in building your knowledge because it teaches you how to effectively work a variety of presentations so when the time comes when you need a really particular technique to fish particular waters or particular conditions you have a wide arsenal that you're confident in.
Exactly! That is how I treated bass fishing when I first got into it, now I am doing the same thing for trout. As I continue to expand my knowledge, not only will I get rewarded in my fishing trips, but I will also have more to share with the angling community. I am thoroughly enjoying the process!
Like your videos ,always wear hip waders and you will be a prepared as you can be for ( oh crap) lol, also try the kastking calamus rods you will love them and they never come lose on the joint, I use the 6 ft light with my pflueger 25 supreme, and also my pflueger 30 supreme XT and kastking calamus 6ft med light, booth amazing paired together, veryyyy light. With backbone and fast action,,,,,,,!!!!!
Thanks Ted, yeah I am currently wader-less so my Muck Boots are what I have available. When I have some spare cash, I might make the investment into some new waders! And I have heard good things about Kastking so I will definitely keep this in mind when I need a new rod again :D
I'm super distracted chasing bass lately I've all but given up on trout. You're super lucky to get that rapala back it's called a lure retriever and I bought one this weekend and saved two lures today with it, totally worth the 💰 lol
Nice browns.on my home river the HURON RIVER.I GOT MY WADERS AND WALKING STICK.BECAUSE I GET SIDE TRACKER WADING TO GET ALL THE LOST LURES.GOT TONS OF LOST LURES.
Way to stay patient and keep trolling that spot. I wonder if you put a super small splitshot after your knot if it could help suspend a little longer? Way to get that rod tip back!
Trout magnet makes jerk baits that have a thinner profile, those could possibly have a better hookup ratio because their easier to mouth for them. And I think they are a little less than the good ol rapalas
@@FishAnything finally a nice evening to fish, got 4 at the neighborhood pond. One juicy mama on a bed and had to put up a point for Team Dink. Activity definitely picking up for spawn here in TX.
This might be my favorite video of yours so far. Mostly because it was so relatable: the mix of excitement and frustration that comes with fishing. You’ve shown me that moving water is super fun to fish and I’ve started fishing it more than ponds/lakes. So please continue to fish in places like this. Any wisdom on where in the stream to find fish? Still water? After a section of rapids? Inside or outside of turns? Deep/shallow?
My next video is going to be one you like based on your questions! And thank you so much for the kind words, they really do mean the world to me! I love fishing moving waters man, it is so fun! The fish pull harder and tend to be prettier (no matter what species). As far as what I look for, I try to find deeper pools with good areas for fish to hide. That could be an undercut bank, a tree, brushpile, or boulder. The cover breaks up the current and allows fish to stage without exerting too much energy fighting the current all day. Fish will be shallow too, but I tend to find more fish in deeper pools / bends in the river.
Little help, watch Academy after the summer season, they have huge sales on waders, I was there last year and noticed $140 and $100 pairs Marked down to $90 & $70. Got a pair of each and when the rang up, $25 and $35, called my friends now they all have them.... Few weeks ago they had all waders 50 percent off, great deals, now another buddy has some..lol Enjoy your videos ,you are wired fir sure, Me2 dang
This video maybe a year ago but I will be in your shoes come April 2022 when I will be trying rapala countdown or jerkbaits . Ya i subscribed cause its fun to see how it begins . I appreciate that alot for when or if I get frustrated try something new but knowing you went through it too and came out better for it so Thank you....
Man.. this reminds me of my days on the water chasing trout latley😂. But one thing I learned is ,if your not throwing in the spot.. you might not catch that big one.. sincerely the guy who loses a lot of lures.. 🤓🤬🤙
Haha Kenny, you and me both! And I totally agree, those big browns will tuck up right under trees and junk. Gotta get your baits close to the cover for sure!
@@FishAnything that depends on if its posted.... around where I live you can hunt almost everywhere but they have stuff posted as archery only they also have these weird spots in the middle of the woods that's posted no hunting. It's like a safe haven for deer or something like that. Normally it's so thick in those areas you couldnt get a deer out of there if you blasted one anyways.
when u put on a rod top make sure your guides are on a 45 degeee angle push donw with a litle presser as you strighin guides and there will be no more tops flying off
What is it with the fast talking monotone delivery in so many UA-cam videos these days? It's like someone trying to urgently deliver boring news when they have somewhere to be.
@@FishAnything sorry man... didn't mean to be mean. Consider it constructive criticism. You clearly love to fish...make your commentary reflect that. Peace, and tight lines to ya.
One humble tip. Swap a couple Rapalas with single hooks. So once you get a good hole, which is branchy or you’re getting caught up a lot, switch to the single. You wouldn’t want to use a single all the time cause less hook up chance, but it will save you so much stress. Tight lines good luck brother
Thanks for the tip! I definitely need to try this out!
1:20 work it slower, and twitch the bait. I catch big browns often and if you Reel, stop, jerk it and change the amount every time you stop, they usually crush it on the pause. Also cast parallel to the current if there is any, or a 45° angle. I also HIGHLY recommend you buy a bottle of "Pro Cure" Bloody Tuna gel and dabble a small layer and spread it all over your lure, it'll leave a scent trail for them to follow if the water is murky, i never get skunked with it. Anyone who tries it that I show it too also notices a big increase in committed hook up ratios
Thank you for the tips!!
It looks like you were using a size 9 floating rapala? Maybe go down to size 7 would help with those fish that were just take a swipe at your larger rapala. Those size 7 floating rapala are an 1/8oz and cast really well on ultralight gear. The size 5 floating rapalas are 1/16 oz but I notice that at 2" long I sometime have them tangle on me when casting.
Good tip - thank you Leo!
In situations like you are in I use the Rapala countdown lure. It sinks slowly. 1 foot every second. So you can get deeper. And it is a little heavier so it is easier to cast.
Yeah I definitely need to work my Countdowns in more often
Thanks for another awesome post, great catches🎣! Wow, what a lure/rod calamity.😱 Great rescue!
You are giving me something to watch while I'm in mandatory Shelter-in-Place in Illinois.
Given your water clarity I'd consider switching from one classic, the Original Rapala Floater, to another classic, Mepps in-line spinners. However, my trout go-to was always live mayfly larvae (wigglers) under a float.
Thanks Michael! I have yet to try a Mepps but will definitely have to do so soon. Maybe I will do a video using a Mepps, Rooster Tail, and Panther Martin to see what the main differences are :D
@@FishAnything Don't skip the Blue Fox Vibrax spinners, they are LEGIT as well!!!🎣🎣🎣
Ahh when a fishing trip turns into a mammoth rescue trip, I know them well!
Lol most of my trout fishing trips turn into something other than fishing.
That’s why I carry at least three of any bait I think will be productive? Makes your box bigger but worth it. Rods? When I’m walking, at least 4. In a boat at least 8. It’s a vicious cycle.
Walking a trout stream with tons of trees and four rods would be rough. But in this case, I probably could have used another :)
Haha that fish dang jerkbait! It cost you some trials and tribulations, blood, sweat in tears! I'm glad you caught some fish with it and I'm glad you recovered it TWICE!! LOL!
Haha what a weird day of fishing... But it was fun and I ultimately can't complain!
i like using a gold flame 2 inch 1/16 oz. yo-zuri pins minnow. its not that big and its not that small, its just the right size. trout love this color.
Hmmm I will have to look into that Pins Minnow! Thanks for the suggestion!
You are by far my favorite! I have learned so much from you about trout fishing! Keep up the great work for us! as we all appreciate your hard work
This comment made my day! Thank you so much for being so kind and supportive. I promise these videos will continue to make their way to the internet :)
Oh the things I’ve done to retrieve rapalas. One time I got my lure wrapped around a wire going across the river. I decided to climb across the wire grab my lure then drop down into the water and swim to the bank😂
Haha oh boy I bet that would have been fun to watch!
This is an older vid, but the tiger trout they have here in AZ are just as aggressive as the browns, act a lot like bass in open water
I would LOVE to catch one!
I just got a 2.5 inch silver one for trout. Going on Sunday. Let’s see how they do.
Go get them!! Good luck :)
I am looking for a fishing kayak and I am wondering what you would suggest?
I have a system...
1) What is your budget?
2) Rank the following in order of importance: speed, stability, comfort, transportability, storage
3) How big of a kayak do you want / can you fit at your place?
Once I have those answers, I will have a better answer for you!
Probably the most entertaining fishing video I've seen in a while. I like how u did the mess ups in the video. Makes me feel like I'm not the only one. Lol. And cool u found ur lure. What an adventure!!!
Haha thanks Wayne! It was a strange day on the water but definitely fun!
Love your videos so much… you’re so full of positivity
I do my best :) thank you so much S K!
Another great vid as usual. What swimbait were you using?
Thanks Steve! I was tossing a little Bobby Garland Shad Swim'r at the end!
What’s up fish anything I know this video was a long time ago but my grandpas favorite lure for brown trout was the rapala original 2 inch black/gold they make the count down version which sinks and I like that one. Anyways what I’m getting at is you should try the 2 inch black and gold count down the gold part is a different material it almost looks like fish skin pretty cool.
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing!
Always a good thing to master new techniques
Darn right Logan!
Another great vid. I like what you said about gaining confidence in different baits. That's really a good idea in building your knowledge because it teaches you how to effectively work a variety of presentations so when the time comes when you need a really particular technique to fish particular waters or particular conditions you have a wide arsenal that you're confident in.
Exactly! That is how I treated bass fishing when I first got into it, now I am doing the same thing for trout. As I continue to expand my knowledge, not only will I get rewarded in my fishing trips, but I will also have more to share with the angling community. I am thoroughly enjoying the process!
Like your videos ,always wear hip waders and you will be a prepared as you can be for ( oh crap) lol, also try the kastking calamus rods you will love them and they never come lose on the joint, I use the 6 ft light with my pflueger 25 supreme, and also my pflueger 30 supreme XT and kastking calamus 6ft med light, booth amazing paired together, veryyyy light. With backbone and fast action,,,,,,,!!!!!
Thanks Ted, yeah I am currently wader-less so my Muck Boots are what I have available. When I have some spare cash, I might make the investment into some new waders!
And I have heard good things about Kastking so I will definitely keep this in mind when I need a new rod again :D
Where abouts you fishing? I grew up fishing in Snohomish county, and I get the feeling you're somewhere thereabouts.
Southwest Michigan actually!
Great video! I like you show the struggles of stream fishing.
We can't all be perfect anglers :D
I enjoy making fun of my "issues" on the water. It is just part of the angling experience so I enjoy showcasing it.
I'm super distracted chasing bass lately I've all but given up on trout. You're super lucky to get that rapala back it's called a lure retriever and I bought one this weekend and saved two lures today with it, totally worth the 💰 lol
I definitely need to pick up a lure retriever because this is getting old haha
Somethings I catch a ton of trout on the fire tiger color of the rapala it might work well in that brownish colored water
Thanks for the tip Joel! I definitely will have to give Firetiger a try :)
Nice browns.on my home river the HURON RIVER.I GOT MY WADERS AND WALKING STICK.BECAUSE I GET SIDE TRACKER WADING TO GET ALL THE LOST LURES.GOT TONS OF LOST LURES.
I need to do the same. Once I get some new waders, I think I will lose far less lures!
Way to stay patient and keep trolling that spot. I wonder if you put a super small splitshot after your knot if it could help suspend a little longer? Way to get that rod tip back!
I was thinking I need to start using the Rapala Countdowns and see if I can't get a bigger fish to eat it deeper in the pools!
Great idea! I have a gold and black one that is ultralight countdown. Maybe 2 inch in length? I should give it try next time I fish for brownies!
Browns are so aggressive! I love it!
They are nutty fish man. Love them!
your videos are great. how close is the stream to your home? it seems to be a pretty cool spot
Not too terribly far! That is why I keep hitting it so frequently haha
Good place to build up my confidence as I try to become a better trout angler
Trout magnet makes jerk baits that have a thinner profile, those could possibly have a better hookup ratio because their easier to mouth for them. And I think they are a little less than the good ol rapalas
Might have to check those out!!
Isn't it just crazy how with a single hook you always catch em but with two treble hooks hard to get them hooked haha.
Lol couldn't be a more true statement.
What mic and camera do u use
GoPro Hero 5 Black with no mic for the fishing. Sony a6400 with Rode Go Mic for the vlog filming
Your fishing (mis)adventures reminds me of my own fishing (mis)adventures on my channel.
Part of the process! Thanks for watching :)
Nice adventure, I always want to fish after your videos! Your commentary is hilarious.
That is my goal! Watch a few videos and go fishing :D
Thank you so much for the ongoing support - very happy you are enjoying the videos :)
@@FishAnything finally a nice evening to fish, got 4 at the neighborhood pond. One juicy mama on a bed and had to put up a point for Team Dink. Activity definitely picking up for spawn here in TX.
All in all a good day for you!!!
Agreed!
Great video. I hate losing spinner too.
It makes me very sad lol but hey, it is part of the process!
Some beautiful trout. Great stuff man you deserve more subs.
Thanks Tyler I appreciate the support!
Great advice as always Ethan!
Thanks Steve! I had fun with it :D
This might be my favorite video of yours so far. Mostly because it was so relatable: the mix of excitement and frustration that comes with fishing. You’ve shown me that moving water is super fun to fish and I’ve started fishing it more than ponds/lakes. So please continue to fish in places like this. Any wisdom on where in the stream to find fish? Still water? After a section of rapids? Inside or outside of turns? Deep/shallow?
My next video is going to be one you like based on your questions!
And thank you so much for the kind words, they really do mean the world to me! I love fishing moving waters man, it is so fun! The fish pull harder and tend to be prettier (no matter what species).
As far as what I look for, I try to find deeper pools with good areas for fish to hide. That could be an undercut bank, a tree, brushpile, or boulder. The cover breaks up the current and allows fish to stage without exerting too much energy fighting the current all day. Fish will be shallow too, but I tend to find more fish in deeper pools / bends in the river.
Awesome video! I’ve never caught a trout! You made it look so much fun!! BABAAM!! See ya in July!🤣😂🤣
:D it is a blast! Summer will be here before we know it!
go for the countdown series man, them big boys hold deeper!
Thanks for the tip! I was thinking about that. I will definitely try!
Lol! They have to make lures cheaper bc they are too easy to lose! Great job tho, some nice browns you got!
Thanks man! Yeah it always hurts to lose the expensive ones haha
Just got a 22.5 inch brown on one those
Little help, watch Academy after the summer season, they have huge sales on waders, I was there last year and noticed $140 and $100 pairs
Marked down to $90 & $70. Got a pair of each and when the rang up, $25 and $35, called my friends now they all have them....
Few weeks ago they had all waders 50 percent off, great deals, now another buddy has some..lol
Enjoy your videos ,you are wired fir sure, Me2 dang
Haha that’s insane Ted! I’ll have to look online because I’m too far north to have an actual academy here. Good intel 🤠💚
This video maybe a year ago but I will be in your shoes come April 2022 when I will be trying rapala countdown or jerkbaits . Ya i subscribed cause its fun to see how it begins . I appreciate that alot for when or if I get frustrated try something new but knowing you went through it too and came out better for it so Thank you....
Thank you Michael! I hope you crush them this April :)
The trout gods blessed thee.
Yes they did - twas a fun day despite some seriously crazy events lol
Online Outdoorsman It looked like it my friend. You’re one of my fav UA-cam fishermen. Keep it up man!!
Thanks Jay! That really means a lot :D
You should try the countdown rapala
Definitely a good option for a bit deeper water. Good feedback.
When you get home…sharpen your hooks. You need really sharp tines, specially with 4lb test line.
Good feedback!
Really sucks losing jerk baits they are really expensive these days the more technology the more expensive.
Yeah they are darn pricey! I do my best to avoid losing them, but ultimately you gotta fish where the fish are!
Nice save!
Spoke too soon I guess...
haha yeah it was a back-and-forth kind of day!
You catch trout in some of the creek chubbiest water I’ve ever seen!
I will return and catch Creek Chub in the troutiest water you've ever seen!
GX2 can’t go wrong.
Lol might have to make the change!
Like brader fising casting😍😍😍👍👍👍
Alright $5 is a chaep day out (should have watched all the way before commenting!)
Yeah, I can handle $5! lol
$15 is still a low cost day out!
As much as I fish, if I paid $15 per trip, I'd be broke by the end of the year XD
Dude that’s jerk bait is good I hade the same problem put some smaller treble hooks on and you will hook them better
Awesome thanks for the tip!
Use single hook. It would be better for bottom stuck and less damage to trout.
That panther Martin is my “go-to” as well. Thing catches big fish
It’s a solid little spinner!
Man.. this reminds me of my days on the water chasing trout latley😂. But one thing I learned is ,if your not throwing in the spot.. you might not catch that big one.. sincerely the guy who loses a lot of lures.. 🤓🤬🤙
Haha Kenny, you and me both! And I totally agree, those big browns will tuck up right under trees and junk. Gotta get your baits close to the cover for sure!
Toadziia!!!
Thought you might like that one :D
@@FishAnything love it!!!
Just tried a jerkbait for trout!
Hope you had more luck than me :D
I'm pretty sure it's technically a crank bait
Daiwa Revros LT 1000. The 1000 size is great for UL fishing!
@@FishAnything nice lol
Just so you know if you where ever going to shoot a deer that's the place.
Haha true however it is in the middle of town so that would be highly illegal!
@@FishAnything that depends on if its posted.... around where I live you can hunt almost everywhere but they have stuff posted as archery only they also have these weird spots in the middle of the woods that's posted no hunting. It's like a safe haven for deer or something like that. Normally it's so thick in those areas you couldnt get a deer out of there if you blasted one anyways.
when u put on a rod top make sure your guides are on a 45 degeee angle push donw with a litle presser as you strighin guides and there will be no more tops flying off
Thank you - I will definitely try that next time :D
What is it with the fast talking monotone delivery in so many UA-cam videos these days? It's like someone trying to urgently deliver boring news when they have somewhere to be.
Thanks for the kind words! Hope you have a great day 🤠🤪
@@FishAnything sorry man... didn't mean to be mean. Consider it constructive criticism. You clearly love to fish...make your commentary reflect that. Peace, and tight lines to ya.
nice
Thanks :)