MASSIVE Catfish Caught Again 5 Years Later

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
  • On this trip, I had a date with destiny. I hooked into a huge blue catfish that I had caught 5 years prior. This trip was a lot of fun and definitely one of my more memorable kayak catfishing adventures.
    Want some Kayak Catfish merchandise? Visit www.ShopKayakCa...
    -----My Fishing Gear--
    Kayak: Hobie Pro Angler 14
    PFD: amzn.to/2ZiiQsn
    Ugly Stik 7': amzn.to/3bKKNM7
    Academy Rods: Roughneck 7' Heavy Action
    Reels Size 35: amzn.to/2TmV5M1
    Line 40lb: amzn.to/3cMX1VX
    Size 10/0 Hooks: amzn.to/3g9ifj0
    8oz Sinkers: ebay.to/3e16Gbt
    Rod Holders: amzn.to/3cMXqrr
    Dragging Sinkers Book: amzn.to/3bMVT32
    All of the links above are part of the Amazon and eBay Affiliate Programs. If you purchase through a link, I get paid a commission.
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Website: www.kayakcatfis...
    For more Kayak Catfish content, follow me on Facebook, Tik Tok, and Instagram.
    Thanks for watching! Please like, subscribe, and share!
    #kayakcatfish #kayakcatfishing #catfishing

Komentáře • 634

  • @TheNcsipe376
    @TheNcsipe376 Před 4 lety +80

    I like how you cared about it hitting the rod holder. People that respect the fish that they catch are the best

    • @mawi1172
      @mawi1172 Před 4 lety

      🤣🤣🤣🤣 as the same man uses live bait. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 He doesn't care if he hurts that fish. Can you imagine a giant tying you to a rope and dangling you in front of hungry lions? Trying to get away but your tied to it! What a nightmare. So....you have much respect for WHAT compassion? You're a joke too!

    • @TheNcsipe376
      @TheNcsipe376 Před 4 lety +15

      @@mawi1172 but the lion is still going to eat no matter what. He's literally using the same thing the catfish is going to eat eventually anyways. The bluegills are a dime a dozen, the catfish he caught though could be 1 in 1000 in the lake. The big one didn't get big because it didn't eat anything. Why watch fishing channels if you're that confused with the concept of fishing

    • @TheNcsipe376
      @TheNcsipe376 Před 4 lety +11

      @@mawi1172 your channel shows a video of you having frozen fish, for your cats. Can you imagine a giant catching you and freezing you for a crazy ladies cat...

    • @dentyo5238
      @dentyo5238 Před 4 lety +6

      @@mawi1172 You're braindead and actually have the most flawed logic ever lol. Others here already slayed you though.

    • @843Landbased
      @843Landbased Před 4 lety +1

      I caught a pin fish that poked my and u gently put it back in the water

  • @TyPigPatrol
    @TyPigPatrol Před 4 lety +52

    Love the care for the fish as well! that release was the only way to do it and you know shes still alive and happy!

    • @Brock_Landers
      @Brock_Landers Před 4 lety +3

      That's so awesome of you to watch other CZcamsrs and complement them. That's why I enjoy watching you so much brother.

  • @lilmitch7336
    @lilmitch7336 Před 4 lety +27

    I love how he isn’t reeling in and he’s just talking about his bluegill catches on his second fish

  • @stir_stick
    @stir_stick Před 4 lety +12

    That’s one of the miracles of fishing... it creates ‘fish tales’ that often people don’t believe, but we know the truth. Great vid, thanks for posting!

  • @richaikens8695
    @richaikens8695 Před 4 lety +22

    Been a fisherman all my life, I'm sitting in my work van watching your video and getting loud and excited and people are looking at me so funny. Thanks again justin for making my day with that tank..

  • @wreckastow5261
    @wreckastow5261 Před 4 lety +32

    14:45
    Justin: "Holy Cow."
    Me: "HOLY S**T"

  • @p-citysmittycatfishing7160
    @p-citysmittycatfishing7160 Před 4 lety +96

    That laugh. Best CZcams catfish out there. Sorry Dave. You’re close but Justin is my fav.

    • @mrslug666
      @mrslug666 Před 4 lety +10

      I need Justin to get Catfish Dave on a kayak trip - that is content no one would miss!

    • @rat4spd
      @rat4spd Před 4 lety +6

      @@mrslug666 Dave can cast six miles though.

    • @xarrow81
      @xarrow81 Před 4 lety +10

      Pay some respect bro!
      1. Steve Douglas catfish dude
      2. Justin kayak catfishing
      3, 4 and 5 varies

    • @p-citysmittycatfishing7160
      @p-citysmittycatfishing7160 Před 4 lety +2

      xarrow81 SD has been quiet. Justin and Dave blew by your guy. 😂. Love em all. 🥰

    • @Pittmandadread
      @Pittmandadread Před 4 lety +5

      @@xarrow81 Richard gene the fishing machine: am I a joke to you?

  • @amberelizabeth9009
    @amberelizabeth9009 Před 4 lety +31

    That was rly cool to catch a fish and then realize u had already caught it a few years back. Nice catch.

  • @TyPigPatrol
    @TyPigPatrol Před 4 lety +21

    what a fish! congrats!

  • @40yrOldGamingNoob
    @40yrOldGamingNoob Před 4 lety +16

    You sir are one hell of a fisherman. Definitely in my top 2 of CZcams catfishers

  • @maharper100
    @maharper100 Před 4 lety +18

    Nice catch!! I had the same thing happen to me. I caught a 40lb tagged flathead twice in 3 years. Fish was 1/4 mile from where I last caught him. I agree, keep a couple dinks for Friday fish fry. let the big guy's go.

    • @yjersey
      @yjersey Před 2 lety

      Agree. I put back a 41” striped bass years ago. Wish it was on my wall now..... but.... kept the ones just legal. And let the monster back to spawn

  • @lucaspayne6593
    @lucaspayne6593 Před 4 lety +33

    I appreciate how you care about the fish. Awesome vid

    • @mawi1172
      @mawi1172 Před 4 lety

      He doesn't care about the bait fish. How would you like to be the live bait for this yakoff?

    • @Dstroyer-dh4ci
      @Dstroyer-dh4ci Před 4 lety +1

      @@mawi1172 the Live bait is dead now is it? nothing u can do anymore

    • @justinsmith6379
      @justinsmith6379 Před 3 lety +1

      @@mawi1172 bait fish get eaten wether it be on a hook or swimming

    • @tasaman
      @tasaman Před 3 lety +1

      @@mawi1172 need a tissue for your tears?

    • @wakingforbacon6439
      @wakingforbacon6439 Před 3 lety +1

      @@mawi1172 sound like a douche bag. Bait fish get eaten whether he's using them as bait or not. Are you just trolling? If I was Justin I would block you. Stupid people will say stupid things.

  • @Addi--
    @Addi-- Před 4 lety +21

    I've never seen you speechless. It took you a moment to say something right after landing that beast!

  • @beardwierd2783
    @beardwierd2783 Před 4 lety +1

    Fish have a uncanny talent for finding the light rod out of your set up. Tight lines guys.

  • @survivingwith812catfishing
    @survivingwith812catfishing Před 4 lety +13

    Its a drug brother !!! That feeling when you finally get your hands on em, i live for it !!! Congratulations buddy !!!

    • @shawnpepin7890
      @shawnpepin7890 Před 4 lety +2

      fishing it just like gambling

    • @Bobo0818ml
      @Bobo0818ml Před 3 lety +1

      @@shawnpepin7890 worse than gambling, I’ve lost more money to lures and gear than I’ve lost to gambling(I don’t gamble)

  • @jefferywine6249
    @jefferywine6249 Před 4 lety +1

    "You just never know".....truer words have not been spoken. Congrats!!

  • @seancampbell4288
    @seancampbell4288 Před 4 lety +1

    That’s super cool! Same fish 5+ years later.

  • @roncornett3021
    @roncornett3021 Před 4 lety +2

    holey cow Dave that was a cat of a lifetime what a monster !!! Congrats on the big boy you deserve it your some kind of fisherman

  • @bank2thetable899
    @bank2thetable899 Před 4 lety +15

    Man listen whenever Jus upload lol I immediately feel like going fishing but I love the knowledge you give and I have definitely landed my PB blue whisker face off the advice you give! As well as you made me buy a kayak 🤣🤣🤣 and I love bank fishing in strange places!

  • @Murdant
    @Murdant Před 4 lety

    Justin inspired me to try catfishing from my kayak. I go out, catch bait, sit fo hours, and get skunked. EVERY. TIME. And while heading back in after getting skunked I think to myself, "I'm not doing this again!". Then, I watch a Kayak Catfish video and think to myself, "you know, I really need to go catfishing again!". lol

  • @pnwRC.
    @pnwRC. Před 4 lety +3

    13:00, YEPPERS! that thing IS a beast! Nice fish.

  • @rogerbraswelljr.923
    @rogerbraswelljr.923 Před 4 lety

    Ok. Now I'm encouraged. When Justin says wow, it's YUUUUUGGGGE!

  • @thomasjarosz7406
    @thomasjarosz7406 Před 4 lety +3

    Justin, THATS A HUDGE ONE! Congratulations you totally deserve that one. God was looking out for you today! God Bless

  • @Cordeneaux87
    @Cordeneaux87 Před 4 lety

    Great to see people advocating for catch/release and other responsible management strategies. People who use natural resources should be its most fierce protectors.

  • @dannycano2551
    @dannycano2551 Před 4 lety +2

    I can tell how much you love catching them big Hogs that was one massive Blue you gotta love it..Great Job on landing. Just love it..

  • @CatfishCameron
    @CatfishCameron Před 4 lety

    Love that comparison like bringing a knife to a gun fight with light tackle, it’s so true, I’ve caught some soft shell turtle that I would’ve never got in on my smaller rods

  • @neillsayers1489
    @neillsayers1489 Před 4 lety +1

    What a great day of fishing.That old timer was a beast! You found the honey hole, Justin. I often fish an ultralight for bait while waiting on a catfish bite. I often catch channels on those worms. Anything over a pound is a battle royal and a blast to catch. Tight lines and thanks

  • @karolisgrigas1328
    @karolisgrigas1328 Před 4 lety

    This video shows why catch and release is important-- just think of how many offspring that big big fish brings into the river. congrats and keep up the good work!

  • @fletcherreed3259
    @fletcherreed3259 Před 3 lety +1

    That’s unbelievable. Awesome. That’s a special experience. I Love deer hunting and watching them grow. Good example of a healthy ecosystem that

  • @bobbynewton9247
    @bobbynewton9247 Před 4 lety

    Doesn't get any better than that, what a fish story so cool 5 yrs later congratulations Justin nice trophy fish thanks for sharing

  • @grdray2138
    @grdray2138 Před 4 lety

    Top notch catch. Damn that's wild 5yrs and recatch the same fish. Totally awesome. Thanks Justin for sharing.

  • @coltonratcliffe7250
    @coltonratcliffe7250 Před 4 lety +4

    This is incredible. Wow. This is a dream of mine.

  • @southsidediggers6905
    @southsidediggers6905 Před 4 lety +1

    Proof that CPR works and something more people should practice. Great fish and video!!

  • @MichaelBrazdaFilms
    @MichaelBrazdaFilms Před 2 lety

    You will probably catch him a third time. You two have a connection. Great show!

  • @buckeyescratcher5246
    @buckeyescratcher5246 Před 4 lety +4

    Your videos are always amazing. I've been fishing since I was five and I'd love to hook a tank like that. Congrats brother.

  • @OutsidewithTom
    @OutsidewithTom Před 4 lety +1

    Incredible catching the same giant 5 years later. Catch and release at it's best right there.💪

  • @lbdori
    @lbdori Před 4 lety

    What a great day.. !! Nothing better than catching a huge catfish.. I'm in eastern idaho so no catfish here.. I miss them .. I used to live in Texas..

  • @papaslimjim6370
    @papaslimjim6370 Před 4 lety +2

    That was a monster of a fish, but the release "I'm going to gently put him in the water"😂 congrats man

  • @gaylonjohnson904
    @gaylonjohnson904 Před 4 lety +8

    Keep up the great videos my friend and what a blast from the past!!!

  • @TheMisfits424
    @TheMisfits424 Před 4 lety +2

    Way to go Justin!!!!! That’s such a crazy story man, I’m glad we got to see it happen. Tight lines man!

  • @Jerryshipping12
    @Jerryshipping12 Před 4 lety +9

    I have been waiting for this video since seeing the Facebook post!

  • @843_operator5
    @843_operator5 Před 4 lety

    Love it when she goes over and the tip hits the water lol and then boom big fish

  • @johngladman4291
    @johngladman4291 Před 4 lety +3

    You scared the hell out of me when you grabbed the line and he shook his head!

  • @dennisfarley6574
    @dennisfarley6574 Před 4 lety

    Incredible fish Justin if it was the same fish as it appeared it is that’s the best testimonial for catch and release possible. Congratulations!

  • @terrydeaton9586
    @terrydeaton9586 Před 4 lety +2

    Congratulations Justin...That's truly amazing !!! Thanks for this, once in a life time, video...Blessings...

  • @kg3196
    @kg3196 Před 4 lety

    Awesome fish and story. As long as you have a line in the water, you never know what you can catch. Tight Lines!

  • @sly-1429
    @sly-1429 Před 3 lety

    WOW!!! That is the coolest thing to catch the same fish and to have pictures/ video of it.

  • @tommycornforth5150
    @tommycornforth5150 Před 4 lety +2

    Congratulations on that 50 " MONSTER! REALLY ENJOYED WATCHING YOU PULL HIM IN! It would have been nice to see what was on that 10 lb. Test. Oh well we know too keep with the big Rods.

  • @lauragowe2475
    @lauragowe2475 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow, you are a good hearted man. I really like the care and concern you have. If all of us could treat the great outdoors as you do... Well we know it would be a far better place..🤗oh dam you do a great fishing trip....

  • @MidWestRiverRat
    @MidWestRiverRat Před 4 lety

    Dude that is so cool! It also proves that those big fish that you just drop in the water and don't revive still manage to survive. I have caught the same catfish 2 times within 6 days. With photo proof.

  • @fishnmaster421
    @fishnmaster421 Před 4 lety

    You are one of the/if not the kings of the blue cats no doubt about it. And you do it from a kayak. I will be buying some shirts soon just so I’ll have the tshirt when I tell this story of what happened. Legendary day of fishing. Fish of a life time. Landing him twice is about the same odds as hitting the lottery, and almost as exciting. Great great great content. See ya on the next one.

  • @fishingwithjay302
    @fishingwithjay302 Před 4 lety +5

    I’m trying to tell y’all, Justin is the 🐐. Nice fish man. Some of us only dream to catch one like that 😂😂😂

  • @criticalbo
    @criticalbo Před 4 lety +1

    Holy crap thats awesome. To know you caught the same fish is pretty amazing. I cant imagine what the odds are of that happening. Thank you for videotaping for us. It absolutely enriches our lives.

  • @bozoone3781
    @bozoone3781 Před 4 lety +1

    That fish might not have been the triple digit monster you are looking for but, it wasn't too far off. What a fish!👍

  • @maximusaurelius610
    @maximusaurelius610 Před 4 lety +3

    Damn! Fate man y’all destined for each other twice ! Good stuff !!!

  • @fluxcore4901
    @fluxcore4901 Před 4 lety +1

    Bites on both sides holding a beast it all evens out 🤪🤣🤣🤣

  • @bobevans4977
    @bobevans4977 Před 4 lety +1

    the way he sits back after releasing that beast is awesome. fulfilled day right there

  • @kevinbradford435
    @kevinbradford435 Před 4 lety +20

    Just curious what the measurement was first time to this time. How much he put on? Awesome fish

  • @timpucci9505
    @timpucci9505 Před 4 lety +1

    Incredible catch! Love seeing those giants come up from the depths.

  • @joelbabcock2952
    @joelbabcock2952 Před 4 lety +1

    What a fish, what a story. Congratulations! Love watching your videos. Thanks.

  • @kylegrosvenor772
    @kylegrosvenor772 Před 4 lety +2

    You give me hope man. It's getting nasty in Ohio with the rain and I may go out anyway. Tight lines Justin!!! #Gollywhopper

  • @Jewishcatfish
    @Jewishcatfish Před 4 lety

    This video was EPIC sir! I'm glad you won't be tempting the river gods with that light tackle anymore. I was sitting here thinking he better not catch one of those golly whoppers on that. Then wham Murphy's law kicks then you end it all with a fairy tale happy ending by meeting a fishing buddy from 5 years ago... No sir Thank You for taking us along on that adventure! 👏👏👍

  • @danamorrow5352
    @danamorrow5352 Před 4 lety

    Congrats on the rerun MONSTER! Don't give up on the light tackle. I think you would have eventually landed it if you hadn't been trying to handle 2 rods at the same time. What a fight and story that would have been. I love your videos. Keep them coming.

  • @samsawner3274
    @samsawner3274 Před 4 lety +4

    That is amazing that you caught the same fish I have caught the same 6 lbs bass 4 times in the past 4years she went from 4to 6lbs it's absolutely amazing

  • @melissaroberts8379
    @melissaroberts8379 Před 4 lety

    You must have some true haters that don’t like to see you out fishing literally EVERYONE!!! I’ve been waiting for this video 🙌🎣 freaking beast 🎣🙌

  • @Hungrybird474
    @Hungrybird474 Před 4 měsíci

    Monster alert . That’s about the largest I’ve caught in my lifetime …when I’m dreaming , lol . Nice one bro 👍👍🦅

  • @MrBevoRules
    @MrBevoRules Před 4 lety +1

    Man, that is just awesome. And I really appreciate your respect for the fish.

  • @nynalneal590
    @nynalneal590 Před 4 lety +5

    I really enjoyed this video! Thanks for making my day,and takunf the time to bring us top notch stuff.Great job buddy!!!

  • @PhotoBob
    @PhotoBob Před 4 lety +2

    This might be the most excited I’ve seen you over a fish! Amazing cat! Wow that was fun

  • @bobbieannhunter267
    @bobbieannhunter267 Před 4 lety

    I am so happy because they are so many stories going on and most of them are good. Who's killing. Killing is not good.

  • @tburgbrothers
    @tburgbrothers Před 4 lety +1

    OMG you are the man. I admire your endurance to getting after them like you do. I believe you've passed cousin Dave on times on the water. Keep it up!

  • @rashon7126
    @rashon7126 Před 4 lety +2

    Catfish Dave mentioned you this Morning Very Funny.😂

  • @blakestewart8851
    @blakestewart8851 Před 4 lety

    That's awesome u remembered that and to look for the signs like that. Nice fish

  • @Justin.Hawkins
    @Justin.Hawkins Před 4 lety +1

    What a cool story and great plug for catch and release. Would be awesome for you to do a shortened video of just the last few minutes, would be a great share on social media

  • @twistedxdreams3720
    @twistedxdreams3720 Před 4 lety

    I like how you respect the fish like you do

  • @lvj778
    @lvj778 Před 4 lety

    Losing a good fish is the worst feeling ever. I feel your pain buddy. Just happened to me last week. Lost one that felt really decent. He broke 25lb Berkeley big game. The next day I spooled up with 40. Amazing fish bro keep it up.

  • @thedealerofdeath100
    @thedealerofdeath100 Před 4 lety +3

    I love your budget midset on your rod and reels!

  • @tvanza7791
    @tvanza7791 Před 4 lety

    You can see on the Bigguns tail where it grew back as well. He had a white spot on his tail where his tail is missing in the pic from 5 years ago. Congrats man awesome catch. If there was ever an argument for catch and release, this here would be the answer. That's a "Gooouu fish"

  • @Brock_Landers
    @Brock_Landers Před 4 lety

    Man buddy, this right here is why I need a bigger kayak or get me another 14' flats boat. I live near Pittsburgh and it'd be awesome to get my sons out on the river and do some real catfishing. Congratulations on the big girl!

  • @charlesshepherd9132
    @charlesshepherd9132 Před 4 lety

    That is just awesome and what a beast that fish is becoming. I agree with the light tackle assessment. One of my reasons is I don’t want to be breaking off and leaving hooks in the fish and tackle in the lake anymore than I have to.

  • @PHARRAOH
    @PHARRAOH Před 4 lety

    theres these two guys in England that fish huge carp, they have caught some of the 30 plus fish 2 and 3 times, years apart. very cool fishing day for you. thanks for posting

  • @72hernest
    @72hernest Před 4 lety

    Beast of a fish indeed man!!! I don't know how those few people are disliking this video. I guess they can't stand when others succeed

  • @jasonwilloughby9800
    @jasonwilloughby9800 Před 4 lety

    Like the light spinning tackle for big fish. More risk, more exciting!

  • @keithwagner8991
    @keithwagner8991 Před 4 lety

    CONGRATULATIONS,,,been waiting on this video,,,enjoy all your videos

  • @josephbrown2644
    @josephbrown2644 Před 4 lety

    You hooked into that bad boy and he didn’t budge. I told my wife. (look at this he’s hung into a submerged Volkswagen) Lol. Awesome catch with a even better story to go along with it.

  • @wilsonrawlin8547
    @wilsonrawlin8547 Před 2 lety

    That was a very cool fishing trip. A monster twice! Great trip Justin. Completely agree about letting the big ones go. Best breeding stock and IMO small ones taste better.

  • @kadams0017
    @kadams0017 Před 4 lety +1

    Been waiting on this video since your Facebook post!!! Congratulations!!

  • @FishingForQuality13
    @FishingForQuality13 Před rokem

    That is an absolutely AMAZING STORY WOW!!!

  • @williammatthews2948
    @williammatthews2948 Před 4 lety +1

    Congratulations. I bet that was fun, especially after realizing you'd caught it before and had released it. I agree with the catch and release of trophy size fish of any species. It's the right thing to do. This one was so big that a tsunami warning was posted for the area, and I got wet here in Central Kentucky when it was released. Lol. I could go on but I'll refrain. Have a blessed and safe week.

  • @codyrobison6817
    @codyrobison6817 Před 4 lety +2

    You are for sure the king of catfishing freaking love it man!!!

  • @tiszaihorgaszat
    @tiszaihorgaszat Před 4 lety +1

    Greetings from Hungary!! Beautiful pictures, wonderful pictures. If I may, I would like to say that catfish in Europe increase to 100 kilograms. Also in Hungary.

  • @jerryporter9128
    @jerryporter9128 Před 4 lety +1

    I looked it up in a chart and with the length of 50” it would weigh approximately 58-60 lbs. nice fish

    • @jboat571x9
      @jboat571x9 Před 4 lety

      Jerry Porter that’s about right. My best is 49” long, weighed 56lbs. I bet this one would make 60.

  • @johnpettit1951
    @johnpettit1951 Před 3 lety +1

    Good old fashioned fishing. Great video shots also. Thanks for your time and effort in making and sharing your vids.

  • @steveg7724
    @steveg7724 Před 4 lety

    Great fish Justin. Keep releasing those trophy fish. That's one thing I like about your channel. Tight lines.

  • @randyrhyne139
    @randyrhyne139 Před 4 lety +1

    Saw this on your TikTok and have been waiting to see the full video. Awesome catch brother!

  • @dustinc1312
    @dustinc1312 Před 4 lety

    Hell of a fish!! CPR always. Let em go let em grow

  • @Superlethal100
    @Superlethal100 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow... love your videos. Watching THIS video made my day. Totally awesome catching the same fish years later. That’s like hitting the lotto. Keep it coming.

  • @walterpearson5633
    @walterpearson5633 Před 4 lety

    Justin I swear, when you caught that fish with the hole in the fin a few wks ago, as you was reeling it in I was wondering if you thought you've caught the same fish twice. As you landed it I was typing asking, but you answered b4 I could finish so I deleted it. You've done it twice in the last few wks to me that's amazing. I love your videos.

  • @randyauman5453
    @randyauman5453 Před 4 lety

    Way to go!!!! Very possible it's the same fish!!!! Great job...

  • @dioad1739
    @dioad1739 Před 4 lety

    I know what you mean about the drag I hooked a big one one day and my drag started sticking I was panicking for a minute but got him in, your all over them that day, dang nice fish, get em Justin.