Smallmouth Bass $100 Walmart Budget Challenge

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  • čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
  • What can I get from Walmart with 100 bucks to catch smallmouth bass while wading the river?? Of course, it doesn't take much to catch fish but does quality effect the quantity of catches?
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Komentáře • 113

  • @andrehaleta8401
    @andrehaleta8401 Před 3 dny +20

    I lost more fish using a soft rod, all of it was my father’s fault for he liked a softer rod. When I started making more money as I grew up I finally spent the money buying a rod with a heavier action and I know I started to catch more fish. I told my father this and he said I was crazy and I told him use it for a while and before long he said he was wrong. I really miss my favorite fishing partner!

  • @kennethsimmons5235
    @kennethsimmons5235 Před 3 dny +4

    Old geezer fishing. I am getting old and I just can't brake brush or get too far into water.... plus living on SSI. Gear for 100$ is a good deal........... Semper Fi

  • @Russtastic
    @Russtastic Před 3 dny +4

    I miss living in Tennessee and this type of fishing. The only thing you didn't do for me was to stop in a country store for one of those hand made bologna and cheese mom and pop sandwiches with a coke, a bag of chips and a Goo-Goo Cluster. Good times!

  • @garrymillwood5507
    @garrymillwood5507 Před 3 dny +6

    I love this challenge . Great idea for those that don't have a lot of money . Fishing can be very cheep , that's why I keep fishing

  • @TimHaunFishing
    @TimHaunFishing Před 3 dny +1

    Everyone has done a "$100" budget challenge. It's almost like a right of passage for youtube fishermen. But this was fun and enjoyable. Also. Don't sleep on the Shimano Sedona, it's an awesome reel for $30! Thanks for the entertainment John. God bless.

  • @johnbartlett7000
    @johnbartlett7000 Před 3 dny +3

    Used an 1/8 ounce jig with a little white grub for the first time last Saturday as I see you using alot I've have always been a spinner guy love blue fox but omg I caught everything in that river ty

  • @subieracer005
    @subieracer005 Před 3 dny +4

    for a "budget" combo... can't go wrong with the blackmax stuff.. and that casts for miles!

  • @rocksandoil2241
    @rocksandoil2241 Před 3 dny +2

    I got a challenge for you. I bought another 60-year-old Pfluger Supreme, making about 25 of those old timers I have. Load up one of those on an equally old 5' fiberglass or steel rod and see if you can catch a fish with that. No free spool, no drag except your thumb. Be sure to use a larger plug or it doesn't go too well when used to a nice Shimano Curado or even a cheap Black Max .

  • @brianathern9154
    @brianathern9154 Před 3 dny +2

    That was fun and glad you didn't bust yourself up too bad. Brother i started getting spinning gear from Wally world over 30 years ago when a combo like you selected was about 10 bucks cheaper and still have the old Shimano Stimula Magnumlite in 6 ft 2 piece. It's caught river smallies, walleye, largemouth bass on Power worms and still a great feeling rod. And nothing wrong with original Stren in 10# and under. Love the challenge. How about a 5 lure challenge but only using lures that viewers and subscribers sent you??? Blessings John

  • @AtomFishes
    @AtomFishes Před 3 dny +3

    Really showed the ebb and flow of fishing there John. One minute smashing bass, the next stumbling in the creek. I know we all can relate to days like this. Sorry to say it made me chuckle a little lmao. Be well!

    • @brianathern9154
      @brianathern9154 Před 3 dny

      I gave all my family and friends permission to laugh at my follies even while fishing. The only stipulation is you darn well better check on my wellbeing first....then let's laugh at me together 😅😅😅. You could be next...

  • @granvillej3316
    @granvillej3316 Před 3 dny +3

    Believe it or not the hardest decision for either a beginner or expert angler is walking through the fishing area in any sports store and trying to select the gear and making the best decision for a fishing challenge lol! Fun video John thanks for sharing tight lines take care and God bless!

  • @jasond7978
    @jasond7978 Před 3 dny +1

    A soft rod(medium weight/moderate action) with the stretch of mono allows the fish to swallow the whole bait by the time you set the hook. Works great with swimbaits and crankbaits.

  • @josephpecoraro2788
    @josephpecoraro2788 Před 2 dny +1

    I like buying a much fishing equipment from business making there stuff here in the states but I enjoy following you because river fishing is my fun type of fishing. Love your channel John.

  • @victorwright4898
    @victorwright4898 Před 3 dny +4

    My kinfolk live all around you. You have fished in the same water that i have since i was a kid. Best i can tell you live one road east of my Grand parents. Great content. Fish more.

  • @billhobson6637
    @billhobson6637 Před 3 dny +1

    I’ve done a lot of overnights in Cleveland TN on my way from Texas to Maryland to visit relatives!

  • @Itchin2Fish
    @Itchin2Fish Před 3 dny +2

    Awesome challenge! That drag was screaming. 😂

  • @harveybaublitz8359
    @harveybaublitz8359 Před 3 dny +1

    $100 challenge worked 2-3 years ago, now minimum you have to do the $250 challenge, with inflation! I always wait to find bargains, but I don’t have a CZcams channel.

  • @mikeboyce584
    @mikeboyce584 Před 3 dny +2

    You ever think it was not the equipment?But the person behind the equipment. Just a thought. 😊 Think you do good with anything you fish with.

  • @davidtheriault6726
    @davidtheriault6726 Před 3 dny +1

    Beautiful scenery, clear water, nice fish, a sunny day, what's not to like! Thanks for sharing this adventure with us!

  • @randyteta9170
    @randyteta9170 Před 3 dny +2

    I use the red devil spoons from Wally World all the time,catch ton of fish on those

  • @paulbohn1971
    @paulbohn1971 Před 3 dny +2

    challenges videos are fun to watch

  • @joshuasanderson1007
    @joshuasanderson1007 Před 3 dny +2

    Wish my Walmart looked like that

  • @frankytux1
    @frankytux1 Před 3 dny +3

    What are those 2 ufos doing in the sky @19:52 😂😂 aliens must be studying you John.

  • @swampmonster4935
    @swampmonster4935 Před 3 dny +1

    Almost forgot how horrible the Walmart fishing selection was. Thankfully with the internet you can special order all the custom tackle you need fast and easy. Still with the prices today you bought a fair amount of stuff. Love the channel.

  • @analogoutdoors
    @analogoutdoors Před 3 dny +1

    I almost bought that combo. Went with a Lew's Classic instead. Don't regret it, but it will be interesting to see this combo in action.

  • @monstersmonthly
    @monstersmonthly Před 3 dny +4

    Cleveland, Tennessee? I live up the road in Dayton. Great videos!

  • @raygissendanner1476
    @raygissendanner1476 Před 3 dny +1

    Great video I have been looking at that combo I really enjoyed seeing doing this type of video again

  • @jasonbradham1172
    @jasonbradham1172 Před 3 dny +1

    John, DR Pepper, and still under budget. Nice haul for the money.

  • @Brock_Landers
    @Brock_Landers Před 3 dny +1

    I got my first smallie in a while the other day on the Beaver River at the Townsend hydroelectric dam off of a shiner. I was using my 13 Fishing 6'6" medium spinning combo with 15 lb multicolor braid.

  • @ivanwesley8182
    @ivanwesley8182 Před 3 dny +1

    I loved the video, you are a blessing! Have you ever considered demo videos for young lure companies? I recently got some headbanger lures, hadn’t heard of them before, and I’ve been really impressed. I got an ad for them on Facebook. Since ordering those, now I’m getting bombarded with ads from small lure companies

  • @Rick850angler
    @Rick850angler Před 3 dny +1

    Your of the chain man love your stuff..when you said a shopping spree for less than 100 I about died laughing…🦅🇺🇸👍

  • @maryannegreenslade78
    @maryannegreenslade78 Před 3 dny +1

    Great video John, you caught a good amount of fish🐟🎣🐟🎣

  • @leemowers9395
    @leemowers9395 Před 3 dny +1

    Thanks John for sharing. Stay Blessed

  • @adamross3017
    @adamross3017 Před 3 dny +1

    Hell yeah, I have been waiting for this since you posted about it on IG.

  • @Thehamiltonfisher89
    @Thehamiltonfisher89 Před 3 dny +3

    the first reel you looked at for 29 is not bad i have 2 of them and have had them for 2 years now

  • @scottfrey2710
    @scottfrey2710 Před 17 hodinami

    Had to chuckle at 2:43 when you looked at that orange Lews reel and rod, as thats the exact reel I bought three of to replace the #500 Sienna reels I had when I was down there last year.. Even got them at the same Walmart! That set up with 30 pound braid is my perfect combo for Pickeral up here in the Pocono Mts. of PA ! Even got a 5+ pound Largemouth on that set up! Got the idea from your prior videos on some of the Lews reels you were using... Thanks!

  • @ReDRuMx96
    @ReDRuMx96 Před 2 dny

    Where I live in northern California, in Walmart to target, all these stuff are locked. From almost everything you need from over the counter are all locked inside. You gotta press the button for assistance. People steal everyday

  • @sethjohnsonoutdoors4055

    Those first couple of smallmouth bass were feisty!!! The Lews Lite Speed pre spooled reel is super solid that you talked about when shopping!! It's about the only reel I use because it's soooooooo reliable!!! Epic video buddy 👌 😎

  • @leemo5864
    @leemo5864 Před 2 dny

    Enjoy these type videos. Great day!

  • @wardthereseller5507
    @wardthereseller5507 Před 3 dny +1

    Love ur videos Sir the Shimano Combo for $21 u can’t go wrong it’s a quick fire cons it doesn’t have anti reverse but u could step up the line choice and ur pick of lures imo

    • @CreekFishingAdventures
      @CreekFishingAdventures  Před 3 dny +1

      that's what's fun about the set amount, you have to choose what you value and each day could be different

  • @zachturner3443
    @zachturner3443 Před 3 dny +1

    Awesome video man 🔥🔥🔥🎣🎣🎣

  • @CarolinaReaperr
    @CarolinaReaperr Před 3 dny +1

    Comment for the algorithm these videos rock!

  • @jaseplet5657
    @jaseplet5657 Před 2 dny

    Cleveland TN Walmart. Can't believe I didn't fish more when I was there.

  • @Adam-y4i
    @Adam-y4i Před 3 dny +1

    Love these videos!

  • @michaellaird2581
    @michaellaird2581 Před 2 dny

    You can absolutely find deals at Wally World. It’s hit or miss. Really enjoy your content. Your rivers are beautiful in TN!

  • @easttexan2933
    @easttexan2933 Před 3 dny +1

    some really beautiful water.

  • @LifewithJames
    @LifewithJames Před 2 dny

    I have that shimano reel, on a shimano rod that came as a compete from Walmart for dirt cheap. It’s my dedicated bass setup. That, combined with the name brand inline spinners from Walmart have caught me quite a few bass, one was pretty big but I didn’t have a scale. Got a good photo though.
    Most of my stuff is Walmart or vintage. My two saltwater setups are cheap 8’ heavier rods from Walmart, paired up with 2 different size rated Temu reels and braided line.
    You should try a Temu challenge next and get rod/reel/line/hooks and all from there

  • @heatherlandskron
    @heatherlandskron Před 2 dny

    great video and great fishing!! look like you had a great time!! great idea and might go to Walmart and look for fishing stuff too someday soon.
    have a good day and week. congratulations 160k subscribers!

  • @865CreekAngling
    @865CreekAngling Před 3 dny +1

    Love the video brother!

  • @robmetcalfe8902
    @robmetcalfe8902 Před 3 dny +1

    Awesome challenge

  • @ivanperez8514
    @ivanperez8514 Před 3 dny +1

    my favorite youtuber

  • @MattHeere
    @MattHeere Před 2 dny

    I know smallmouth are super aggressive, but seeing this makes me think I need to upsize my baits. Been fishing ultralight for so long that a 3" bait looks huge to me now. I still catch good size fish, but the giants are probably ignoring me.

    • @CreekFishingAdventures
      @CreekFishingAdventures  Před 42 minutami

      could be, i started using 6 inch swimbaits and its surprising what will hit that

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    Get the Garcia.thats an good one and you still can get an go pole for 35 doller at Walmart .

  • @MrHmm...2024
    @MrHmm...2024 Před 3 dny +1

    God I love Tennessee! 🎣

  • @breedlovelawncare620
    @breedlovelawncare620 Před 19 hodinami

    Hello from Delano just recently started watching your channel.

  • @catboyzee
    @catboyzee Před 3 dny

    I've watched a number of other YT boatless fishing videos and they've also commented on how tough the fishing has been. Wonder if some of it is a byproduct of overfishing due to COVID and/or increased use of finder aides like drones & FFS? Just a theory, great video BTW Josh. Keep up the good work.

    • @FishingWithChris_Tv
      @FishingWithChris_Tv Před 3 dny

      Nothing to do with Covid or FFS. It’s spawning season for everything plus water temps are abnormally high, that’s why fishing has sucked lately.

  • @TD402dd
    @TD402dd Před 2 dny +1

    The problem with a flimsy rod is you can't set the hook.

  • @arngreencare8955
    @arngreencare8955 Před 9 hodinami

    Walmart has a Shimano Sienna medium combo for 50-something bucks. The rod is medium power, fast taper, it's a good setup even despite the lesser cost. Little bit heavy, not bad, but it has it's weight where it needs it most, my wallet...

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    Ozark mary that real is very good right next to it.

  • @kennycochran6323
    @kennycochran6323 Před 3 dny

    Have u ever tried using the zebco dock demon spinning rod(u have to put a better spinning reel on it)

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 21 hodinou

    I caught big bass on roster tails.

  • @stevenmaddox8771
    @stevenmaddox8771 Před 3 dny

    How do I get in contact with you I have some questions about a older video lol

  • @nolandwaldron1964
    @nolandwaldron1964 Před 3 dny

    What rod power and action would you suggest for bass fishing?

  • @jeffnelson9420
    @jeffnelson9420 Před 3 dny +1

    Atta boy, pretty scenery and fish. Here's a couple of things you may wanna try. Occasionally make shorter casts on your first cast. This is for those fish you can't see otherwise a long cast which produces a fish will spook the fish closer to you. In eddy water cast a floating top water bait and when it lands let it sit for a few seconds. This allows the fish to locate what just landed in the water...If I make a cast and it hits a limb, I call it a bumblebee cast. Like a bee or insect flys into the bush and hits the water. Let it sit then a little twitch and boom 💥. Good luck and have a Blessed Day!

  • @suamil.marrero999
    @suamil.marrero999 Před 3 dny

    3rd time asking if you will use a telescopic fishing rod they are good please

  • @johnnyweaver1300
    @johnnyweaver1300 Před 3 dny +3

    To me a 100$ challenge is still expensive, but other than that it was a good video, your taste in equipment is higher up now that you have a few 500$ rod & reels & I have no problem with that, to each own, the whopper plopper style bait to me is a waste of money never caught a fish using it!👍🎣

  • @abelmendiola2108
    @abelmendiola2108 Před 2 dny

    Where is this ?

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    Good real

  • @dragchute1
    @dragchute1 Před 3 dny

    The video is really good but the theme is just a bit old for viewers who follow multiple fishing channels. For the new to the sport fisherman I might have put more emphasis on good line and terminal tackle based on target species. If that idea appeals to you a budget of $50 would be plenty. Just a thought .. loved the action.

  • @douglasmedlin7159
    @douglasmedlin7159 Před dnem

    Becareful using Walmart self-checkout had a friend that got arrested for shoplifting becase Walmart's machine malfunctioned. They were a travel nurse; after attorney fees and court cost, missed work and, she was out of town at the time, with round trip airfare her cost was over $12,000. WalMart did not even apologize after they said their equipment malfunctioned. The attorney said it would cost her more to try to get her money from Walmart than it had already cost and take 3 to 4 years in court. This happened in March this year. He said he had repersented 59 people since the first of the year and only one of them were guilty, the rest was Walmart equipment malfunctions. If you use self-checkout you are taking a chance of getting falsely accused of shoplifting and getting arrested and have a criminal record. As a nurse this would have ruined her career as a nurse with a criminal record for stealing. BEWARE OF WALMART'S SELF-CHECKOUTS.

  • @mattbailey7049
    @mattbailey7049 Před 3 dny

    A CZcams way to say it lol. Good video. Say, did you ever fish Bull Run Creek any up here near Halls or Powell?

  • @GRILLBUOY101
    @GRILLBUOY101 Před 3 dny

    lews american hero i use and they were 25 bucks

  • @shannoncoffey9908
    @shannoncoffey9908 Před 3 dny

    You should throw the fluke more in the rivers and creeks you fish especially this time of year

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    43 doller cheap 19daller good teal

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    Tge trail and plain line is better then that line Thas still good line.

  • @geralddean5083
    @geralddean5083 Před 3 dny

    Oh John pull on my spinner bait

  • @JohnCampbell-hc9ik
    @JohnCampbell-hc9ik Před 3 dny

  • @pnw_element9822
    @pnw_element9822 Před 2 dny

    Here’s a challenge for ya CZcamsr give a stranger 100 to get you all the fishing gear you need and go out and fish with whatever he got for ya

  • @joshhigdon4951
    @joshhigdon4951 Před 3 dny +3

    You're crazy not picking the 21 dollar Lews, line included. That novice in you is sneaking back up.

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    There and box of tinder bites for and doller I now you like them.

  • @aaronbrown8572
    @aaronbrown8572 Před 2 dny

    No yum dingers???

  • @Brock_Landers
    @Brock_Landers Před 3 dny

    What sad is that I have lived in my area, right up the hill from the Beaver River that has muskie, tiger muskie, pike, huge walleye, stripers, largemouth, smallmouth, and other big game fish and I have never caught a single muskie or (well, land) a single large walleye. A few weeks ago I caught a 36" walleye and it was right at my feet when it spit the hook. I was SO mad! I've caught a big striper down there before. Tbh I don't go fishing enough to have a chance with the muskie and I know nothing about them or how to catch them. I did get a long, but skinny pike a few months ago.

  • @tayloralexis1504
    @tayloralexis1504 Před 3 dny

    Noooooooooo not you too!!!!!!!

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    Cheap luers are better .

  • @edwarddelacroix2566
    @edwarddelacroix2566 Před 3 dny +1

    you need to pick up some senko worms and fish them wacky

  • @GRILLBUOY101
    @GRILLBUOY101 Před 3 dny

    any reel prespooled is rubbish 😂

  • @MARKLOCKWOOD2012
    @MARKLOCKWOOD2012 Před 3 dny

    Rods are junk lures in a pinch 🤏 reels in a pinch. Stick with bass pro shops, Cabelas. The one and only time bought a rod from wally world broke after one use one small bass Line least with ours good luck

  • @Paul.Casteel
    @Paul.Casteel Před 22 hodinami

    80 doller crap

  • @RobCardIV
    @RobCardIV Před 3 dny

    You should do a 100$ walmart budget challenge every single month.
    and after you "test" the gear for a day, donate it to a lucky random viewer commenter.
    Im pretty sure you would get double the comments and views.
    If you ever find it hard to find new things to talk about during your video, you can simply just explain and review the gear.
    even if it sounds the same every time, its for a good cause. a challenge, a review, a giveaway.
    give alittle something back. god always used to say.
    Seems you might be making enough money to blow on gear ya dont need : )