CD , I’m retired, disabled, used to love chasing catfish in my younger days. I want to thank you for the hard work you do to produce these videos for me and my wife. Congrats on the big one! Your still the best. We used to love the bank videos. Especially the time you were hung in that tree and cut it up! We laughed and laughed. Keep them up Dave. Stay out of Ala. my wife loves you!
I don't even fish at all anymore, but I love watching fishing videos. I used to fish here and there when I was younger, I'm 28 now, I know I'm still a young guy... However, I have a 2 & a half year old son who is a pistol and has endless amounts of energy. Plus my fiance is pregnant again with our second child, (this one is a girl) but point being I just don't have literally any time to go out myself. So, I just live vicariously through Dave and other fishermen UA-camrs who do have the time. Keep it up Dave! That Cat was a monster!
@@leftovergaming9529 I went through that when my son was a baby. His mother was in school fulltime and I was working 60 - 80 hours a week to keep us afloat. But she eventually graduated and became a CPA and he got big enough to go with me. He's 48 now and still my best friend and fishing buddy. That can happen for you too man. Just be patient and give it time.
@@leftovergaming9529 That's a good age. I'm 70 and I caught my first fish at 2 or so my parents told me. I was in the boat with my Dad Pike fishing. Well they have a picture of me with me and the fish. I had it blown up and framed. You and him will always remember those days. Don't let them pass you by . My Daughter is 40 and she still remembers catching her first fish. My grandkids are my best fishing Buddies. What a hand full they are but it's worth all the problems and aggravation they give me. Take some time. If only a couple hours a month.
Drama, suspense, action, this was like watching a good movie. Catfish Dave's legacy in the making. Legacy is the change you bring about in this world. How we made others feel, how we treated the people around us and how we made their lives better. Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.
I love how Dave doesn’t use any unnecessary movement of the rod nor tries to force any fish in no matter what size. He also doesn’t use any energy he doesn’t have to. He’s very efficient. There’s alot to learn from there.
That’s one nice catch Dave! You had everything working against you during that catch. The light goes out,fish pulled drag for 30 minutes,the boaters on the water was extremely annoying. But you stayed patient and reeled in your trophy catfish! He was a monster!
Chattanooga is my stomping grounds and I have gotten some really nice cats out of the lake here. Several videos on my channel! Congrats on the 82 lb. monster!
That was one hell of a fight. Your light went out and the idiots were screaming, but you nailed him. One of the best fights I have ever seen on YT. I had to grab a 52 inch 55 pound striper in the Chesapeake Bay by the lower lip, like a largemouth and drag him on board our 19 foot boat, we had forgotten the net. Your cat beats my striper.
Nice fish Dave. You are the only one I watch now. Got tired of the politics on the other channels. Thanks for keeping it real and thanks for providing these videos. Stay safe and I look forward to the next one.
There you go Brother, everyone else would be modeling to the camera for 30 minutes, You care more about to release him quick and healthy, THANKS FOR DOING THAT Yeah that sounds like little Tijuana
Super Dave! What rig were you using for the Skipjack? Worked really well for that river. They are great as live bait for Stripers in the Santee lakes. BTW let out a good bit of line after you net your fish. Makes it much easier to set down the rod and handle the fish/net.
I like every video you upload but this is by far my favorite one i have saw . And no one desearves it more than you to catch that big ol catfish. Thank you for being the one and only Catfish Dave.
What an awesome fish and an awesome video. Has me fired up!! I'm driving down to the Potomac tonight to try for a giant in the morning. This video has me all the way fired up!!
I appreciate how you have respect for the fish you catch, taking the time to make sure it's ok before you release it. Always letting them go to keep on growing. Rock on Catfish Dave smooth waters
It is just screwed into the aluminum from the top. It's a driftmaster. I don't care for it that much. Would like something more solid feeling but works for now
Incredible fish holy crap! Even crazier, I actually met you today down in Destin FL and didn't even realize it. I was the guy streaming off the Jetty wall and caught the big Stingrays. Glad my channel told me about you after you left, seems a ton of my followers sub to your UA-cam and they filled me in on who you were. Will def sub and check out your videos from now on. If you are ever back in Destin and are wanting to do some saltwater fishing I would be more than happy to go for some big sharks, Giant Jacks and other big fish! Keep catching these monsters and hope to meet you again!
Dave I only wish I caught as much as you . I spent 25 years fishing the lock and dam on the north little Rick side . I caught a lot of fish and enjoyed every minute . I now have health problems that keep me from fishing for the big fish .
Great catch, what impressed me the most,other than the size of that Ole Girl, was how you stayed with her until she was revived, that was GREAT. We could tell you were enjoying yourself too the max. Thanks for the video Dave.!!
Wow, Go Big Blue... what a catfish Dave. Makes all the work and planning worth while. Great job Dave. Bet you slept good that night. Thanks for sharing with us
I love your videos man. I wish when I was in school I could have watched em and learned a true skill instead of the other crap I never use. Keep it up!!
Hi Dave! I just watched my second video of your catfish videos. I left a comment. Now I'm going to watch this one! Thanks for your efforts to make the videos. You show it like it is.
Fighting those Chattanoog cats sure sounds a Ton like The last bull fight I went to. Great fish I was busting out laughing watching that boat approach you along with the 💭 in my mind. Thanks for another great one.
Looking for Catfish advice.. I have a few in mind already. But I wanted to get ya'lls opinion. What is the best bang for buck catfish rod & reel setup out there? This is for general lake fishin' applications. This is for fish in the 5lb-30lb range mostly. I plan on using 20lb izorline mono
The rod that caught the fish was a Big Cat Fever heavy action . I think they only have one length. I have even stiffer rods in my collection but that is the rod that caught the fish. It has quite a bit of bend to it actually but that can keep you from getting your line broke when a fish dives down real hard.
Good job, nice fish! I live in Oregon, but daughter and son in law work in Chattanooga. We catch King Salmon here in Oregon with orange bobbers like that. Can't wait to try it back there next time I go back. Wish I could show you pictures of this fall.
Wow!!! I so enjoyed this video and the fight. Thanks for putting such quality fishing videos out there. I am a true fan of your videos! You are simply awesome!
CD , I’m retired, disabled, used to love chasing catfish in my younger days. I want to thank you for the hard work you do to produce these videos for me and my wife. Congrats on the big one! Your still the best. We used to love the bank videos. Especially the time you were hung in that tree and cut it up! We laughed and laughed. Keep them up Dave. Stay out of Ala. my wife loves you!
Mark Hatchett no reason you can’t get a line wet for other fish like I have done.
I don't even fish at all anymore, but I love watching fishing videos. I used to fish here and there when I was younger, I'm 28 now, I know I'm still a young guy... However, I have a 2 & a half year old son who is a pistol and has endless amounts of energy. Plus my fiance is pregnant again with our second child, (this one is a girl) but point being I just don't have literally any time to go out myself. So, I just live vicariously through Dave and other fishermen UA-camrs who do have the time. Keep it up Dave! That Cat was a monster!
@@leftovergaming9529 I went through that when my son was a baby. His mother was in school fulltime and I was working 60 - 80 hours a week to keep us afloat. But she eventually graduated and became a CPA and he got big enough to go with me. He's 48 now and still my best friend and fishing buddy. That can happen for you too man. Just be patient and give it time.
@@leftovergaming9529 That's a good age. I'm 70 and I caught my first fish at 2 or so my parents told me. I was in the boat with my Dad Pike fishing. Well they have a picture of me with me and the fish.
I had it blown up and framed.
You and him will always remember those days. Don't let them pass you by .
My Daughter is 40 and she still remembers catching her first fish. My grandkids are my best fishing Buddies.
What a hand full they are but it's worth all the problems and aggravation they give me. Take some time. If only a couple hours a month.
God bless you brother. I wish you and your wife all the love and happiness that life can bring.
Drama, suspense, action, this was like watching a good movie. Catfish Dave's legacy in the making. Legacy is the change you bring about in this world. How we made others feel, how we treated the people around us and how we made their lives better. Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.
Welcome Home
This guy is just absolutely great for an old country boy like me who enjoys fishing. He is entertaining, knows his stuff and catches fish....big fish.
I love how Dave doesn’t use any unnecessary movement of the rod nor tries to force any fish in no matter what size. He also doesn’t use any energy he doesn’t have to. He’s very efficient. There’s alot to learn from there.
Now that there is a true definition of a HOG💯💯💯...by the way, amazing job landing that big fish on your own, that is a achievement in itself!!!
Ur right there pal. It's hard to land those hogs by urself !
That’s one nice catch Dave! You had everything working against you during that catch. The light goes out,fish pulled drag for 30 minutes,the boaters on the water was extremely annoying. But you stayed patient and reeled in your trophy catfish! He was a monster!
HY!! Awesome!! I enjoy your videos for sure! Getting all my stuff ready for some good fishing! Thanks for all you do!
Thru thick and thin, Dave gets the big one with a grin, it was huge like a small beluga yet Dave got his revenge at Chickamauga!
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Great fish and video Dave thanks for sharing man
Dave just want to say thank you. Love your program. It’s nice to see a normal man doing what he loves to do. Steven from Texas.
Chattanooga is my stomping grounds and I have gotten some really nice cats out of the lake here. Several videos on my channel! Congrats on the 82 lb. monster!
That was one hell of a fight. Your light went out and the idiots were screaming, but you nailed him. One of the best fights I have ever seen on YT. I had to grab a 52 inch 55 pound striper in the Chesapeake Bay by the lower lip, like a largemouth and drag him on board our 19 foot boat, we had forgotten the net. Your cat beats my striper.
It's always fun to watch the very best do their thing. Dave is world class.
Great job Dave it's alot harder than it looks by yourself with getting it in the boat with current and talking making a video 🤟😆👍
Nice fish Dave. You are the only one I watch now. Got tired of the politics on the other channels. Thanks for keeping it real and thanks for providing these videos. Stay safe and I look forward to the next one.
Epic fish Dave love your work 👊👊👊
What did ya catch the skipjack on if you dont mind me asking
Congrats Dave! Helluva fish Buddy!
Dave I love that background music. Stay with that style.
That's awesome man! I caught my pb blue today. 40lb I was pumped up.
There you go Brother, everyone else would be modeling to the camera for 30 minutes, You care more about to release him quick and healthy, THANKS FOR DOING THAT
Yeah that sounds like little Tijuana
Facts
Was thinking the same. Wondering how many has released in that size class. I saw a vid of him releasing one over a hundred. We are watching a legend.
Damn?! Dave, you just plain make me laugh! Thanks for being there!
What do you use to catch skipjack
You NEVER complain!!
Dave you are the Man!! That was the best fight I've seen ever!! That was the magic kingdom! Congrats Dave you deserve it!
Super Dave! What rig were you using for the Skipjack? Worked really well for that river. They are great as live bait for Stripers in the Santee lakes. BTW let out a good bit of line after you net your fish. Makes it much easier to set down the rod and handle the fish/net.
Just started watching your channel. This one is my favorite so far. Awesome
Way to go Catfish Dave. That would have sunk J J’s paddle boat.
Such a huge fan and I know you've been wanting that big hog for a while! Proud of you and thank you for doing what you do.
those damn people woulda drove me crazy. better man than i. great video
I like every video you upload but this is by far my favorite one i have saw . And no one desearves it more than you to catch that big ol catfish. Thank you for being the one and only Catfish Dave.
That fish is about the size of this boat. Thanks for taking the time. I got this on the older app
Congrats Dave. Now that's one big fish. That's a fish of my dreams. Is this the biggest in the boat? Thanks for showing.
This is the best ending to any Catfish Dave Video ever. Can't wait for this season and the new boat!
Glad to see ole Catfish Dave score a good one. You deserve it friend after that rough patch you went through. Good luck going forward.
Big Dave, big bait, big wait, big fish. It's a BIG fishing video! Awesome video man!
What an awesome fish and an awesome video. Has me fired up!! I'm driving down to the Potomac tonight to try for a giant in the morning. This video has me all the way fired up!!
Congratz, Dave, nice fish! Sent here from Justin’s channel. Subbed.
I never get tired of this video love the narrating music
I appreciate how you have respect for the fish you catch, taking the time to make sure it's ok before you release it. Always letting them go to keep on growing. Rock on Catfish Dave smooth waters
Those people were annoying me and I’m just watching. Oh well looks like it paid off. I’m always late on your vids, I work a lot.
I dream of one day having a boat and being able to fish like this. Love what you're doing Dave. You're living the dream brother
What kind of rods&reels does catfish Dave use.
Great job catfish Dave keep up the great work
Dave , what is that rod holder attached. Is that wood or aluminum? Are there washers under the wood or aluminum with bolts.
It is just screwed into the aluminum from the top. It's a driftmaster. I don't care for it that much. Would like something more solid feeling but works for now
Gawwwwd Dave! Good stuff.
I was that guy that yelled at you a few weeks ago on a Tuesday night when you where down near the university of Tennessee.
Incredible fish holy crap! Even crazier, I actually met you today down in Destin FL and didn't even realize it. I was the guy streaming off the Jetty wall and caught the big Stingrays. Glad my channel told me about you after you left, seems a ton of my followers sub to your UA-cam and they filled me in on who you were. Will def sub and check out your videos from now on. If you are ever back in Destin and are wanting to do some saltwater fishing I would be more than happy to go for some big sharks, Giant Jacks and other big fish! Keep catching these monsters and hope to meet you again!
That was great Vid 82lbs a monster and its still swimming around
Dave I only wish I caught as much as you . I spent 25 years fishing the lock and dam on the north little Rick side . I caught a lot of fish and enjoyed every minute . I now have health problems that keep me from fishing for the big fish .
Great catch, what impressed me the most,other than the size of that Ole Girl, was how you stayed with her until she was revived, that was GREAT. We could tell you were enjoying yourself too the max. Thanks for the video Dave.!!
You are more entertaining than Bill Dance and that's a huge compliment, not an insult to Bill. Love your vids man.
I’ve been waiting on this video
Can you show in a video what your rig is for catching fish here and with the float pool noodles.
What kind of reels you use I need one with a loud clicker
Wow, Go Big Blue... what a catfish Dave. Makes all the work and planning worth while. Great job Dave. Bet you slept good that night. Thanks for sharing with us
Damn man excellent show Dave love ya man and the hard dedicated work you put into your shows your the best !!!
Nice fish! I have a brother in Knoxville and going to try coming in the spring for catfish .Can’t wait thanks for the video 👍🏻
I Ike watching your fishing videos. I just got me a flat bottom 17ft boat. Where did you find the fishing pole holders for your boat?
"I'm gettin' too old for this"! I think NOT, Dave! LOL
I love your videos man. I wish when I was in school I could have watched em and learned a true skill instead of the other crap I never use. Keep it up!!
Glad to see you back. Try the upper part. It's easy to get around. We have met alot from your area lately on the river.
Hey Dave just for clarification are you using Santee rigs
The one that caught the big fish was a santee rig.
@@catfishdave8192 thanks for the feedback
Your the man!! Love how ya take the pic and release them asap
I'm addicted to Catfish Dave videos 100%
Hi Dave! I just watched my second video of your catfish videos. I left a comment. Now I'm going to watch this one! Thanks for your efforts to make the videos. You show it like it is.
It's been a long time coming. Awesome job Dave. Now time for a few bank videos.
The drought is OVER! Big fish in Little Tijuana!! LOL! Muy grande!
PS DAVE: did you buy a guitar the other day? Inquiring pickers wanna know...
Yessir. telecaster
@@catfishdave8192 I knew it, I knew it. Love mine - had it for many years.
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Only guit you ever need is a tele
Tele's rule! I knew you were a good guy!
Fighting those Chattanoog cats sure sounds a Ton like The last bull fight I went to. Great fish I was busting out laughing watching that boat approach you along with the 💭 in my mind. Thanks for another great one.
Hey Dave i would love to know what you use to catch your skipjack on!
Looking for Catfish advice.. I have a few in mind already. But I wanted to get ya'lls opinion. What is the best bang for buck catfish rod & reel setup out there? This is for general lake fishin' applications. This is for fish in the 5lb-30lb range mostly. I plan on using 20lb izorline mono
And thats CAT FISH DAVE with not just another fishing Video but a BIG FISH VIDEO , Awesome catch Dave
Awesome fish Dave thanks for the video
Dave.....can you tell me the brand casting rod you used ?
Length....action.....power?????
Great program!
The rod that caught the fish was a Big Cat Fever heavy action . I think they only have one length. I have even stiffer rods in my collection but that is the rod that caught the fish. It has quite a bit of bend to it actually but that can keep you from getting your line broke when a fish dives down real hard.
Dave's always the best. Specially loved the scene when you released it.
Do it Dave! That was a monster! Super blue cat! Great video man! That's why I love your show!
Great job Dave wife and I really enjoyed that never back up Never Back Down
I love it! Whats the setup? rod, reel, line, etc. Thanks for making them family friendly so I can watch with my son
Daiwa Seagate 35, Big Cat Fever Heavy rod, Berkely Pro Spec Chrome 50lb
Good job, nice fish! I live in Oregon, but daughter and son in law work in Chattanooga. We catch King Salmon here in Oregon with orange bobbers like that. Can't wait to try it back there next time I go back. Wish I could show you pictures of this fall.
That one was a big beautiful HOG. Loved watching you pull it in. 🐟
Wow!!! I so enjoyed this video and the fight. Thanks for putting such quality fishing videos out there. I am a true fan of your videos! You are simply awesome!
See you are the legend Dave, wow what a monster had me on the edge of my seat waiting to come up congrats Dave you deserve it be safe God Bless
What a MONSTER holy cow. Congrats on the catch! I rarely comment but watch often, thank you for the content!
You know it’s a good fish when Dave smiles 😄 awesome catch!!
AWSOME!!! Thanks for sharing your adventures.Any ideas on how old that tank is?
Nice fish. This is why I watch your videos Dave. Great job ... what a tank that was .
Awsome Dave! You deserved that one. You’ve been putting in the work and the time. Congrats
Dave for president, Richard Gene for vice president 🤣
WOW! What a fish. Great video Dave. Chatanooga owed you that one.
Glad I found your channel I like watching your videos you got a passion like me.
Thank you for that and seriously.... thank you for being you Dave. Just thanks
If you catch a bunch of gizzard shad and cut them up for bait and freeze them, will they still be good the following season?
I've noticed that you use different size floats on different videos, what codition determines the size of float?
Those people would have pissed me off! What a beautiful fish! And she lives another day.
REVENGE! 🙌
Excellent Mr.Dave crazy pole bend action had to feel amazing bringing that in keep up the good work man your like the bill dance of catfishing
Haven’t seen your content for a minute. Looks like you’re on a boat now. Congrats on the mondo.
Congrats on the giant bud. I like how you took care of the ole girl and got her back kicking good before you sent her back to the depths.
Wow Dave, I`m surprised you didn`t get some kind of cramp during that epic battle. Heck of a fish!
Great Fight and Great Fish 🐟 👏. Dagblasted Pontoon 😂🤣
Catfish Dave is really a rapper he just goes fishing sometimes love the vids man keep em coming
Excellent fish Dave. Thanks for the great content.