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Roland Martin said you don't need more than 3 rod's and reel's. I can't believe you need that much equipment. I get the the batteries, tow rope, charger etc. Not 25 rod's and reel's. So much fishing tackle you could never use in a life time. This winter I down sized my gear. I use the KISS method. I have a back pack, soft bag for soft baits and a Plano Hardbox. 4 rod's and reel's. Soft bag for pliers,knife,flash light, side cuts for hooks in your hand. I bank fish if I have to walk back. Then I decide what I need and I go get it and get back to fishing. But I know where it is without having to waste time. I decided to go Pro Bank fishing. Just like KVD on his boat. It works for me! SHAWN
I can't imagine anyone being better prepared, than Kevin. I've utilized most of everything he's talked about. My crankbaits are organized by depth and colors. I don't have as many spinnerbaits as he does, but they are organized by size and color, as well. Same things with my plastics. I have speed bags set up for craws in one, worms or stickbaits in another, along with back ups for each. I have a jig box set up the same, by size and color. Everything is labeled and put in with the label up. I have a separate large top loaded tackle bag for my boat and have a backpack, sling pack and a waist pack for when I pond fish or use my buddy's smaller boat. Nothing is left to chance. Last year, I added a portable Hydrowave. Rods and reels are set up with a different technique in mind. He's the man, for sure. I've met him twice and he couldn't have been nicer.
Kevin's videos are always informative in a very relaxed fishing partner sort of way. At 66 years old I have seen many come and go but none as laser precision at finding and catching fish.....consistently. It would be a dream come true to spend one day on the water with Kevin. .
This video shows just how efficient and organized he is every day on the water, one of the biggest factors in his game that led to him becoming the greatest of all time 🐐!
My son is going to love when he's older and understands KVD is a fan of Metallica. Metallica is his favorite band. Maybe because he heard them almost 24-7 while my wife was pregnant and The outlaw torn off S&M was playing as he made his debut to the world.
Steve Owens I'm telling you KVD split ring makes me mad....They practically destroyed two of my pliers. They're so strong, they're stronger than those big and thick split rings you see on the 5" Tsunami lures. I suppose if you want strong split rings, you get them but they're still a pain in the ass to put them on. It's ridiculous. They flew all over the place...I lost them in the carpets and I've even got my hooks stuck in the carpet...so I had to cut my new carpet..Omy...I don't recommend them at all. You have to show me the Brit's clip. I'm in a market for one. I have the Tactical Angler but that one hinders the movement of the lure b/c of it's triangular ends...However, Backlash Lure Clips and Breakaway Spin Links seem to solve that problem...I still want one that has a rounder clip like a Norman...more like a circle at the end....
Plano needs to create boxes like the Chinese with the groves in the middle so your lures don't get scratched by your treble hooks.....simple concept. Plus, the need to put holes in boxes so the hooks dry and not rust. Geez.
wandering why he uses cranking batteries for his trolling motor when he's thinking of performance in his boat. And why he's not using (DEEP CELL) batteries.
He trades his endorsement for his living. As a part of that, he needs to use the products so a lot of that gear is provided by his sponsors. But it comes with a lot of time and appearances that he has to make, it's not just "given" to him, he earns every bit of it. If he fishes 120 days a year, he works for his sponsors another 200.
Kevin said he had 4 cranking batteries then later said he used 4 deep cycle. These are opposite types of batteries. I'm sure KVD knows this, he just meant something different than he said. Also, I always felt like the pros don't really use the hydrowave or the color collector or that silly thing Dance hangs over his boat. Not saying they won't work, but KVD casts 50 yards out and he's not attracting fish to that spot. Not sure, but it just seems like something he's paid to use. He could catch fish with a mop handle and twine, probably win a tourney with it.
they both work but you don't have to have them. the hydro wave works sometimes and at other times it can spook the fish, but i like mine i just need to know when to use what setting and how loud to make it?
littlerooster99 It's a T-H Marine Two Way Boat Alarm. thmarine.com/index.php/th-marine-products/boating-accessories/boat-alarms-and-security/two-way-boat-alarm-system.html
Killing me, was all content saving up for a smaller nitro and after seeing this I’m like “can’t not get the big one” where in the hell will I put trash? Worst part is that I’m serious
Kevin try not to go between me and the shore next time your in La Crosse during a tournament . Being a Pro means common courtesy even if your in a tournament .
Roland Martin said you don't need more than 3 rod's and reel's. I can't believe you need that much equipment. I get the the batteries, tow rope, charger etc. Not 25 rod's and reel's. So much fishing tackle you could never use in a life time. This winter I down sized my gear. I use the KISS method. I have a back pack, soft bag for soft baits and a Plano Hardbox. 4 rod's and reel's. Soft bag for pliers,knife,flash light, side cuts for hooks in your hand. I bank fish if I have to walk back. Then I decide what I need and I go get it and get back to fishing. But I know where it is without having to waste time. I decided to go Pro Bank fishing. Just like KVD on his boat. It works for me! SHAWN
I can't imagine anyone being better prepared, than Kevin. I've utilized most of everything he's talked about. My crankbaits are organized by depth and colors. I don't have as many spinnerbaits as he does, but they are organized by size and color, as well. Same things with my plastics. I have speed bags set up for craws in one, worms or stickbaits in another, along with back ups for each. I have a jig box set up the same, by size and color. Everything is labeled and put in with the label up. I have a separate large top loaded tackle bag for my boat and have a backpack, sling pack and a waist pack for when I pond fish or use my buddy's smaller boat. Nothing is left to chance. Last year, I added a portable Hydrowave. Rods and reels are set up with a different technique in mind. He's the man, for sure. I've met him twice and he couldn't have been nicer.
Why the hell don't more people watch this channel? Seeing these guys' boats is the coolest thing.
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Robert Grasso i agree
Kevin's videos are always informative in a very relaxed fishing partner sort of way. At 66 years old I have seen many come and go but none as laser precision at finding and catching fish.....consistently. It would be a dream come true to spend one day on the water with Kevin. .
KVD is the man, and his sponsors are the best on the market. Win Win
The greatest bass angler of all time. And his setup and organization is key. Enjoyed the video!
Thanks The Toy Reviewer.
That was a nice spool of Seaguar Tatsu Fluoro he pulled out of the first drawer hahaha! Very informative video for sure!
This video shows just how efficient and organized he is every day on the water, one of the biggest factors in his game that led to him becoming the greatest of all time 🐐!
I love this video,
He basically has a mini basspro shop in his boat-lol
Thanks for sharing. Good to hear Kevin VanDam. Camp Mack.
do they just piss off the side of the boat or use a coffee can?
My son is going to love when he's older and understands KVD is a fan of Metallica. Metallica is his favorite band. Maybe because he heard them almost 24-7 while my wife was pregnant and The outlaw torn off S&M was playing as he made his debut to the world.
Id be blaring some master of puppets on the water!
And that's how you win 4 classics.
I'll never be that organized. got to many fish to catch. seriously though even when I organize it seems like after 1 trip it's all scattered back out
This is why KVD cannot beat someone like me doing shore fishing.
KVD had some secret shit in that cooler
KVD Mustad split rings are some of the toughest split rings out there...they're so tuff I had a headache put them on and off....I hate them...
Steve Owens I'm telling you KVD split ring makes me mad....They practically destroyed two of my pliers. They're so strong, they're stronger than those big and thick split rings you see on the 5" Tsunami lures. I suppose if you want strong split rings, you get them but they're still a pain in the ass to put them on. It's ridiculous. They flew all over the place...I lost them in the carpets and I've even got my hooks stuck in the carpet...so I had to cut my new carpet..Omy...I don't recommend them at all. You have to show me the Brit's clip. I'm in a market for one. I have the Tactical Angler but that one hinders the movement of the lure b/c of it's triangular ends...However, Backlash Lure Clips and Breakaway Spin Links seem to solve that problem...I still want one that has a rounder clip like a Norman...more like a circle at the end....
Steve Owens The Breakaway looks like a good choice. I think I will try the Backlash first personally.
note to self... don't touch KVD's boat...
Plano needs to create boxes like the Chinese with the groves in the middle so your lures don't get scratched by your treble hooks.....simple concept. Plus, the need to put holes in boxes so the hooks dry and not rust. Geez.
wandering why he uses cranking batteries for his trolling motor when he's thinking of performance in his boat. And why he's not using (DEEP CELL) batteries.
More money in his boat storage compartments than I have in my whole boat motor and trailer! How much are 30 rods worth?
+Jolly Giant How much of that does he really pay for and how much is given to him by sponsors?
He trades his endorsement for his living. As a part of that, he needs to use the products so a lot of that gear is provided by his sponsors. But it comes with a lot of time and appearances that he has to make, it's not just "given" to him, he earns every bit of it. If he fishes 120 days a year, he works for his sponsors another 200.
Kevin said he had 4 cranking batteries then later said he used 4 deep cycle. These are opposite types of batteries. I'm sure KVD knows this, he just meant something different than he said.
Also, I always felt like the pros don't really use the hydrowave or the color collector or that silly thing Dance hangs over his boat. Not saying they won't work, but KVD casts 50 yards out and he's not attracting fish to that spot. Not sure, but it just seems like something he's paid to use. He could catch fish with a mop handle and twine, probably win a tourney with it.
they both work but you don't have to have them. the hydro wave works sometimes and at other times it can spook the fish, but i like mine i just need to know when to use what setting and how loud to make it?
he is a machine
That had to be $300 worth of tungsten in that box
whats the name brand of the alarm on the boat i want one
littlerooster99 It's a T-H Marine Two Way Boat Alarm. thmarine.com/index.php/th-marine-products/boating-accessories/boat-alarms-and-security/two-way-boat-alarm-system.html
Tubing from your bass boat?
anyone knows the first hip hop track `? greez
Killing me, was all content saving up for a smaller nitro and after seeing this I’m like “can’t not get the big one” where in the hell will I put trash? Worst part is that I’m serious
killer stuff
Of course he has a 5 pounder sitting in his livewell
5×3 what about that is hard to understand.
You should really consider changing that annoying generic electronic music, other than that, AWESOME videos! KVD listens to Metallica! Yes!!
Kevin try not to go between me and the shore next time your in La Crosse during a tournament . Being a Pro means common courtesy even if your in a tournament .
If I said, "Kevin, I need a Tsunami 5 inch Talking Popper in Smokey Joe," will he be able to find one?
.....I've got a pole and a tackle box from walmart.
jabman549 same here cant pay 400 bucks for a rod and reel
hahahaha
Damn I feel rich! I got 3 bass poles and a cat pole....and a medium sized tackle box. And a bucket. Lol.
Can't even afford an inflatable kayak.
I know 24,000 views is to low for this sport
wow whats with the poor audio on this channel?
Sorry Bo, this episode was filmed in the early days of our site, we filmed everything on Flip Cams, they didn't have the best audio...
this dude is using a damn cell phone to film this.....SMH....
Jay Dee We don't use a cell phone. It's a compact video camera. We edit, render and rip to compress for our website use.
Is good to have sponsors you can take bananas 🍌 morning day