Gerald Swindle Pours His Heart Out In A TINY BOAT | Boats and Pros
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- On the series' premier of Boats and Pros, Luke Dunkin takes Bassmaster Elite Series' legend Gerald Swindle for a ride in a tiny bass boat and tries to get to the bottom of what makes the G Man tick! Presented by TH Marine.
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It’s like a bass version of “comedians in cars getting coffee” I love it!
I totally agree. This is awesome and this should be done with every pro.
Glad you caught the inspiration. Loved that for a long tim!
Man this brings back memories. Especially him talking about Jerry Rhine and lake keowee. In the 90s my dad was a semi pro and had a 15 1/2 glassport bass boat. He won many of tournaments in that old 4K dollar boat and a Carolina rig with a green pumpkin zoom. We loved that boat for many years. Unfortunately in 2007 he had a boating accident and passed away in that boat. But he went out doing what he loved. Thank you for taking me back with this video.
Thank you for sharing that. I'm glad that you enjoyed this.
Rent free LD,by far this is your best episode of anything you have put out.Real life stuff.I came home from lacrosse practice and told my daddy I wanted to fish high school tournaments, daddy told me great,we have one issue,no boat.My daddy picked me up from practice next day and I told him I had boat issue figured out we can sell our travel trailer and get a bass boat,mama and daddy said ok ,sold it next day and daddy bought me a 16 foot skeeter with a 90 hp Yamaha, it was a fish catching machine.I graduated last year and they bought me a new Triton trx 189. I'm fishing college now and I'm forever grateful for the sacrifices they make for me to live my dream. Keep up the great work and thanks to TH marine for the help they offer us college anglers.
That’s awesome! Glad you enjoyed it. Go catch them.
Gerald, you beat me out for 5th place on the 3rd day at Beaver in 1978 by 2 oz, and went on to win the FLW event. Glad you made something of it.
Love G, not just because you'll never know what will come out of his mouth but for the humility!
Absolutely love this video Luke! G-Man has to be one of my favorite fisherman, and his saying of PMA, (positive mental attitude) is exactly what they told us in the Marine Corps! Love seeing you and G-Man out on the water together! Can’t wait for the next in this series! This is the Best One though!
Thank you for watching! G is the real deal. Get what you see! Great guy.
Gman ... what can you say .... The humblest man ive ever seen and love to follow evey year !!! Turned this 48 yr old mans train of thought with one phrase ... ( IF YOU AINT HAVEN FUN CHANGE WHAT YOUR DOIN ) !!!! THANKS GAMN ... AWESOME VIDEO LUKE KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK !!!
Thank you!!
This was great! I got to meet Gerald last year on Guntersville. Very down to earth and I can see he’s a compassionate fellow. I’d love to spend a day on the water with him! I so enjoyed the serious side of him too. I lost my only brother 8 years ago, and I could feel his pain. Tight lines my friends, and keep em coming!!
G is a great man. Glad you enjoyed it!
Greatest video ever. I love how Gerald gives a peak over his shoulder every once a while to check to make sure that 70 has fallen off
Gerald is by far my favorite fisherman bc he is down to earth and went from rags to riches doing it by putting in the long hours and hard work. Love hearing these stories.
Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it. He’s the best.
I swear I could watch anything with gman in it over and over again and it not get old. Such a funny and humble fella!
G Man understands things that some of the newer, younger pros of today never will. Great video.
Thank you!
I am 74 yrs old and have a 17ft. Triton and you made me feel good about it.
That thing is a battleship compared to this feller haha
This was awesome!!!! Nothing I expected but really glad I watched it and ready for the rest of them down the road. Just two great guys in a boat talking about LIFE. Great video for all ages in my opinion. Great job to the both of you!!!!
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it.
I watched at work on my dinner break at work with head phones on. People thought I was laughing to myself. No one bothers me anymore. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!!
My dad that passed recently had this same boat, we caught lots of crappie and rockfish out of that rig in the Tullahoma tri-lakes region, all small water lol. Back in '97 when my Bumble Bee 200 ProVee went down I borrowed my Dad's little boat and won a derby on Woods Reservoir with 19#+ , was lucky they all stayed alive until weigh-in. Thanks for the video and recalling all the items like a 12V trolling motor and other luxuries we didn't have back then! Love the Waller family that started Bumble Bee years ago in Tullahoma and it's crazy how Stephen Waller has been a big part of the development of Falcon Boats. Appreciate how Luke pointed out the history of how Phoenix Boats started in the old Bumble Bee plant and when Phoenix started up they continued a Bee Line offering for customers until they got traction.
That's awesome. Thank you for sharing!
Boy ... i loved hearing y'all stories!
I have met G-man twice in my life and as Mickey Mantle is my hero in baseball he is my hero in fishing! The adversity this man has come through with his back and all to what he has become today has earn my respect for life. Luke what a great video this is tv show wonderful 👍 keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for the kind words Jim!
Best video I've seen in a long time. Pretty much a rerun of my life. From baseball to fishing...thank you.
Thank you Michael! Glad you enjoyed it.
Way to start this out with a bang. Definitely looking forward to more of these.
Thank you! It's going to be a fun year!
"Cadillacs on 22's" haha. You tha man G!!
Oh, my ... we couldn't stop wachin or stop laughin... awesome stuff!
They are plenty of anglers that I enjoy to watch, but G Man is on a whole nother level. Buy far my favorite guy in the industry, and I always try to remember the PMA philosophy
G-Man is full of one liners, and is a blast to be around . He's about as genuine as they come. Doesn't matter if the camera is shining on him or not. He's always the same.👍
He's a great guy!
Iv always look up to this man because me being Bama born and raised it means more and to grow up like he did means more hes awesome and if I ever meet him I might die cause hes always pimpin
Man there is so much to Learn from the G-man. He will always be honest and never forget where he came from.
Great segment! Loved the stories! Gman is hilarious! Looking foward to next one!
Thank you!
This was absolutely fantastic!
Mad Respect for the GMan !! Love ya Brother!!
How in the heck are you going to top this. Heck of a way to start a series. Absolutely loved it. My first boat was a 1989 Ranger fisherman. This brings back memories. Keep it up brother.
I’m going to try!!
HAHAHA! Brings back memories. I bet Gerald can relate. As young kid of 25, went to Guerrero the year it opened. Drove nonstop from Texarkana, tx to Lake Guerrero, in a Ford Maverick pulling a 15 ft stick steering VIP w/a 50 ho Jonson. Pitched a tent at the old church site of Padilla. Was fishing south along the Ocho River (sp). 3rd day heard a train whistle. Wasn't a train, but wind. Came out of the trees into 5/6 ft waves. Never been so scared if my life. But caught fish till my fingers were raw. Great memories.
Great story!! So cool.
Luke, you and TH Marine have found something with this show!! This is great stuff!!!!!!
Thank you Angel!
Thank you Angel!
This was perfect lunch break viewing. Luke I laughed the whole time. Keep up the great work. See you at the classic.
I hope your on the next one Watson lol
Thank you! See you there!
Watson your the king of bass comedy !! You definently need to be part of this series!!
This is seriously some of the best bass content on UA-cam. Keep this up man I know I’m late to the show but damn it’s good stuff
Thank you Vince! Covid slowed our filming down but more to come in 2021
Thanks for the good old days flashback. Those were the days when you ran what you had and hope for the best LOL. Nice looking Phoenix boat you have good luck this year.
That was freakin great! Not what I expected and am stoked for this series to continue!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I don’t know Gerald Swindle from Harold Hindle, I only clicked on this video because I’m a boater.
I sure am glad I did.
Dude has that gift.
Glad you enjoyed it Randy. I have 11 more episodes coming with some great characters. Hope you enjoy the rest.
Swindle never disappoints!! Sweet video! This Boats and Pros concept is great ... keep them coming.
Thank you!!
Luke, this is a jam up idea. I’ll be honest I solely created a channel to follow the traveling circus and have not been disappointed. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for that Hunter!!
That was really good. I hope the next installment ties into the angler as much as this one did.
I think you'll enjoy it! Thank you!
Loving this new series Luke...KEEP EM COMING!!!
Thanks dude!!!
I remember pulling the battery out of the truck and using it to start and run the boat and getting off the water hoping the battery would start the truck to get the family home or taking the truck battery along as a backup with jumper cables.
Man talk about bringing some good memories back! Great interview with G Man and look forward to more of these.
Thank you Jeffrey!
Y’all laugh and poke fun at the ole bumble bee 🐝 but there’s some of us out here that would love to get out on a boat, even one like the bee lol. This episode was fun to watch. I really needed Gman today and he did not disappoint thank you.
Absolutely amazing show! Thanks Luke and G Man!
Thank you for watching!
2 great guy's with a great show we need some more of these..thanks luke an gerald for all you do for our great sports
Wow, not what I expected but it was incredible. GMan is such an incredible inspiration and someone to look up to because of his tough love approach and no nonsense attitude. It's the kind of personality I like being around. Awesome stuff Luke!
Thank you Jacob! I’m glad you enjoyed it brother. Thanks for all the support!
Luke thanks for bringing out these stories of both of you.Really brought back the memories of dad and I going,man I miss that old Tar Heel.
That’s awesome! Glad you could relate brother
G knows what it like to have to work and I think he genuinely appreciates it
He definitely does.
HAHAHA I thought i was the only one who used the battery from the truck love it
Luke you have nailed it this series is going to be good. Hands down the best video on UA-cam. Keep them coming!
So awesome to hear man. Thank you!!!
Yes!! Been waiting for this one!! G Man and Dunkin in a bumble bee!!
The final goodbye call!! Hahahahaha!
This was a great watch!! Hilarious!! I like this new series!
Thank you Warren!!
@@LukeDunkinsTravelingCircus It's great to hear the true story of bass fishing! The struggles the sacrifice the balance between everyday life and family and the passion that's in us to be great fisherman! I loved this because it is the truth, it's not about the money it's about the love of the sport! I lost my daddy in 2018 and he was my partner from the first time I learned to tie a knot and make a cast. This was great guys I have always been a fan of you both especially ole gman. Keowee is my home lake so it was also great to hear that story!
This episode brought back so many memories. Have to admit my eyes sweated a few times. Great job brother!
Thanks for watching buddy!!
Luke I’ve been waiting on this for weeks now and it did not disappoint. I’ve got a new favorite video. This one is definitely getting saved
Thank you Derrick! Glad you enjoyed it and it’s worth the wait.
That was very enjoyable. Keep this series going Luke. Big thumbs up 👍💯
Thanks David! 11 more to come!
Thanks David! 11 more to come!
Well damn, one episode and I'm subscribing. This episode had it all, made me tear up a bit, made me reflect, inspired me, and made me envy Swindles' drive in life. Thank you guys.
Thanks for that brother!!
Awesome. Can’t wait for for episodes
Thank you! 11 more to go!
Luke, you are on to something please keep continuing this series of whatever this is. So interesting to know that they are human just like us well maybe not just like us but we like to all dream of becoming one these great anglers. Thank you so much👊
Heck yes! Got 11 more of these coming this year. Glad you liked it!
Great series Luke! I'll be tuned in for all that this channel puts out this year.
Thank you so much. Lots more to come.
This was great. Looking forward to more of them.
Thanks Tim. 11 more episodes coming!
Luke you did it again! Great show and a stellar guest. I love G that man has inspired me to start fishing tournaments this year. Can’t wait for the next episode!
Thank you David! Proud you liked it. 11 more to come!
G man is an awesome guy, I’ve met him at the Classic in Birmingham and at the elite series last year at Neely and both times he was just as cool and down to earth as he could be. Went out of his way to take pictures and sign autographs and just talked to like he’s known you for years. Also met Lu Lu too and she’s the sweetest lady. Love her sandwich bag notes!!!
Amazing video. Some good knowledge dropped and laughed through out!!!!! Can’t wait for the next one
Thank you!!!
Love the video. Reminded me when my buddies and me would hold our three john boats together and one trolling motor pushing us up to the head of the lake and we would fish back to the ramp when were kids.
That’s so cool! Took me wayyyy back too. Glad you enjoyed it.
I was cheering for ya, when that Yami fired up!
Two of my favorites in life. You both represent what every American should strive to be!
Hard work and determination pays off! Don't be soft! Great message;
Thank you Josh!!
I love this. Favorite new series!!! Dude, would love to see Hackney or Clunn on here. Gman for president!
Thank you!!
Great idea for this series can’t wait for the next one!
Thank you! Got 11 more to go. Can’t wait.
Awesome start to the new series Luke! Loved the video!
Thank you Dale! Glad you enjoyed it!
Amazing video really enjoyed watching it. You and G-Man seem like you truly have a good friendship and you always have a really good time together. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Hit a home run with this Luke! I can't wait for the next one!
Thank you! Coming this Thursday!
I dig this... a lot. Keep this series going strong!
Heck yes buddy. We are going to!
This is amazing!!!!! love Gman, love the bumble bee! love the stories! Seriously great series idea! Hopefully you do one with Seth Feider in the future!
Thank you so much! 11 more to go and we got a great lineup for sure.
Great video Like! Loved hearing all the stories
Love this!! Could watch luke and gman cutting up all day!
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
Awesome!! Watched it 4 times already + all the other episodes
Thank you!! That’s awesome
Thisbwas a great vid . I am newer into the fishing scene . I have just recently started learning some of the pro circuits . This was a great vid to get to know Mr. Swindel . He seens to be a down to earth great great guy who truly loves fishing . I am at that point where I am obsessed with fishing and will do anything to just get out there and be on the water
Thank you so much. Gerald is a great guy. Glad you watched it!
Luke! Dude this is the best one yet!!!! Awesome video!!!!
Thank you dude!
This is going to be a great series, awsome you started with the G-Man!
Thank you! Got some good ones lined out and I’m proud we could start with G!
The world needs more G-Men! Thanks Luke! Another great vid.
I agree!! Thank you so much!
As man that was great! Y'all had more One liners than in Lonesome Dove!!! Great job Luke,and GMan, always a hoot, keep in it real!!! Wishing you great success this year! Congratulations on that PHOENIX!! Very Sharp!
Thank you Rodney! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Much better than Seinfeld's flavor because the subjects are more inspirational and genuine. G is a good dude!
Thank you for that and for catching the nod to comedians in cars! More to come
Love it. G man seems just real and down to earth. Great boat. I fish a 1979 Astroglass 15 footer. No motor just 2- 12v trollers. But i love it.
G is the best. Glad you enjoyed it. That boat sounds so cool!
Fished two years won 5 tournaments before I realized the DF was on demo mode....LOL
🤣🤣🤣G Man is a hoot.Great video in that boat.Loving this series already 👍👍
Thank you dude!!!
I'VE NEVER SEEN GMAN SMILE SO MUCH.... TALKING ABOUT THE GOOD OLE DAYS!!!👍👍
That was great. Looking forward to more episodes.
Thank you Jimmy! 11 more to go!
Good Job Luke! Awesome video with the G-Man!
Thank you Mike! Glad you enjoyed it.
Omg i got to meet "G" in Knoxville at the expo. My all time favorite bass fisherman. So down to earth n so straight forward. And Miss Lulu was an angel. I have so so much respect for him n what he stands for. He is welcome to drive my ol 85 Alison XST any day, it would be the 2nd greatest day of my life and with that said the best day of my life is when the Lord saved me.God bless you all
I have to say I very much enjoyed the video. And that sweet lil bumblebee man that lil boat is AMAZING. Love it
Thank you! It was such a cool boat.
Love it, straight forward heartfelt video!! Love the G-man for that very reason. I live in northwest Indiana and when i was about 16(49 now) my older brother, myself and 3 cousins went to Minnesota, couple hours north of the twin cities in an chevy S-10 pick up pulling a 17ft ranger. Myself and one cousin rode in the bed of that truck the whole way up and back (12 hr drive) without a cap on it but we didnt care cuz we was going fishing.
That's what it's all about
Great video!! Nothing wrong with an older boat as long as she floats. Mine is a 1998 196sc Hydra Sports.(garage kept) Same as Menendez used to run. Will never get rid of her.
Thank you! Nothing wrong with an older boat at ALL! Whatever gets you fishing.
Earl Benz designed the 196 and Hydra Sports dropped their bass boast line shortly after. Not many were built Ive heard. Maybe that's why it resembles the early Tritons. Fairly fast hull and handles rough water pretty good. Lake Erie! Good to see Gerald back in the Elites. That's real tournament fishing! Best of luck to him.
Didn't know what to expect watching this but I'm glad I watched everything. Very humbling to hear about yall sacrificing to persue your dreams . As always good content and good entertainment.
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! Glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you!!! Glad you enjoyed it and let me know!
Fantastic show.
Thank you!
Going back and watching some of the best videos definitely enjoy this one!
Give me more !! Great job and awesome to see this type of video just hanging out talking fishing 😎
There’s more coming!! 11 more episodes this year.
This is pure gold!
Thank you my brother!!
One of the most fun vids you have ever done!
Thank you dude!!
Love it, can't wait for more episodes!
Thank you!
OUTSTANDING Love G-Man. Love the stories. Keep up the great work.
Thank you Scott!
Luke Dunkin’s Traveling Circus always love your stuff. Getting ready for my son’s first high school fishing team tournament going to be fun in the cold on lake Norman