AWESOME!!! This vid is one of my FAVORITE canal vids of ALL-TIME!!! The battle was great, the anticipation of the catch and you guys kept it REAL from start to finish. GREAT CAPTURE, CONGRATS!!!
Thank you so much we always try to keep it real. We're just a bunch of laid-back Southeastern Mass guys that have a passion for fishing. The incredible thing is that Ron was slamming even bigger bass before I got down there that day. This guy is like a fish whisperer.
Cool bro, you're welcome. That Ron seems like a BLAST to fish with. GOOD LUCK IN "24". I'm from New Bedford myself, GREAT fisheries in our area@@GroceryBagAngler
Glad to see that he released it. Those are full or heavy metal and all sorts of nastiness. When I was a kid they had the 36 inch minimum or 42 inch. I can’t remember. So just anyone catching a striper was a Chinese firedrill
Yes of course we had to release this fish. We didn't measure it but it was definitely over the 28 to under 31" slot limit for bass. I personally kept 4 stripers this year mostly around 28-29".
Yeah Rocket Ron is no stranger to big bass. A couple years ago he landed a 42" striper from his kayak using only 8 pound test monofilament. We usually run on the lighter side with gear. I've caught many keepers from the bank and kayak using only 10 pound braid, Power Pro. It holds up well.
Thanks for telling him to not curse. What people forget is a lot of children love and do watch these fishing videos. My son brought me this one saying “dad’ he is saying a bad word”.
I apologize for that. This isn't what this channel is about. It's about fishing and the outdoors of southeastern Massachusetts. My friend Ron is a good fisherman but does curse a lot.
6" Al gags pearl white you can buy them from the tackle shops. Crank them like a swim bait, don't jig it. Let it drop for a second or 2 and then start cranking. Canal is a gamble best time in my opinion is early morning 4-5 am. West end near the RR bridge has been hit or miss. Good luck!
It’s hit or miss. They probably spent a month there with out a good catch. Don’t let them fool you. I used to spend my summers up there in west Falmouth and it’s called fishing for a reason. Not catching
@@judd0112absolutely correct. I was 2/10 there last season (2023). I do like to fish the canal but I would prefer to fish the rivers in my kayak. It's much more enjoyable in my opinion. When the bait is in the canal it's game on. This was late June/early July when the tinker mackerel was so heavy that the bass were pushing them into the shallows at our feet. It was total madness!
I believe it's a Diawa 9' rod and Penn 5000 reel. I'll have to ask him about the specifics. He really needs an upgrade for this upcoming season to land some more slob bass.
That was the day i didnt go Billy.
The day before was nutz. Every cast was 40"+ fish.
I love that spot....😊
That's totally insane Kev. I have to be there with you this season that will be so epic! I'm beyond stoked brother!
Aww man i got the winter blues watcging this i cant wait to hit the canal kid!
Oh same here 💯. I'm so ready to get back at it, even for largemouth, small mouth, pickerel.
AWESOME!!! This vid is one of my FAVORITE canal vids of ALL-TIME!!! The battle was great, the anticipation of the catch and you guys kept it REAL from start to finish. GREAT CAPTURE, CONGRATS!!!
Thank you so much we always try to keep it real. We're just a bunch of laid-back Southeastern Mass guys that have a passion for fishing. The incredible thing is that Ron was slamming even bigger bass before I got down there that day. This guy is like a fish whisperer.
Cool bro, you're welcome. That Ron seems like a BLAST to fish with. GOOD LUCK IN "24". I'm from New Bedford myself, GREAT fisheries in our area@@GroceryBagAngler
💞Wow💛💛💗💗💗💛💗💗
Yes wow is right! The Cape Cod Canal is insane!
Slow and steady wins the race, very nicely done.
Yes sir! It's good to get the fish in quick while it's still green but we also don't want to overwork them with the canal current.
I lovvvvve those Al Gags soft plastics!
OMG same we slam the bass with them season after season
These are 6" pearl white whip it fish by Al Gag lures.
Glad to see that he released it. Those are full or heavy metal and all sorts of nastiness. When I was a kid they had the 36 inch minimum or 42 inch. I can’t remember. So just anyone catching a striper was a Chinese firedrill
Yes of course we had to release this fish. We didn't measure it but it was definitely over the 28 to under 31" slot limit for bass. I personally kept 4 stripers this year mostly around 28-29".
Well done landing that beast. That rod held up well.
Yeah Rocket Ron is no stranger to big bass. A couple years ago he landed a 42" striper from his kayak using only 8 pound test monofilament. We usually run on the lighter side with gear. I've caught many keepers from the bank and kayak using only 10 pound braid, Power Pro. It holds up well.
Nice catch, big guy.👍
Thanks 👍 Ron is a heck of a fisherman.
sweet video guys
Thank you, this is raw SE Mass fishing!
Thanks for telling him to not curse. What people forget is a lot of children love and do watch these fishing videos. My son brought me this one saying “dad’ he is saying a bad word”.
I apologize for that. This isn't what this channel is about. It's about fishing and the outdoors of southeastern Massachusetts. My friend Ron is a good fisherman but does curse a lot.
Looks like he hook a moving rock. That's giant
It was certainly a giant! Rocket Ron did a fabulous job on the fight.
Nice fish and nice fight
Yeah she was a beauty for sure!
Hey bro am here
Visiting the canal
Till wed from TX, can you help
Put me on a fish? I’ve fish the areas you were at too for 3 days and no catch
6" Al gags pearl white you can buy them from the tackle shops. Crank them like a swim bait, don't jig it. Let it drop for a second or 2 and then start cranking. Canal is a gamble best time in my opinion is early morning 4-5 am. West end near the RR bridge has been hit or miss. Good luck!
It’s hit or miss. They probably spent a month there with out a good catch. Don’t let them fool you. I used to spend my summers up there in west Falmouth and it’s called fishing for a reason. Not catching
@@judd0112absolutely correct. I was 2/10 there last season (2023). I do like to fish the canal but I would prefer to fish the rivers in my kayak. It's much more enjoyable in my opinion. When the bait is in the canal it's game on. This was late June/early July when the tinker mackerel was so heavy that the bass were pushing them into the shallows at our feet. It was total madness!
Whats’s the rod and reel setup?
I believe it's a Diawa 9' rod and Penn 5000 reel. I'll have to ask him about the specifics. He really needs an upgrade for this upcoming season to land some more slob bass.
Might reccomend a bigger setup. Great fish though.
Yes we tend to fish on the lighter side. Running 9-10', 5000 reels. Probably be bumming with a 50 pounder 😂.
Don't be afraid to get your sneakers wet. Walk out and revive that breeder
Ive been fishing the canal for 25 years.
That is not a cow
Okay but to Ron it was. He really enjoyed the fight and so did others. Regardless, it was a big fish. Tight lines!
That's a hog.huge.. someone get the boga. Congrats
Yeah my buddy Rocket Ron knows how to get the biggens.
Sorry but maybe 40" not 40 lbs
You're probably right. We just estimated the weight because we wanted a quick release.
@@GroceryBagAngler I can tell you a 40# striper is a monster.
high class guy
He's an excellent fisherman
Hey Ronnie stop saying fu- fu-- lol😂
Haha yes that's Ronnie! He's quite the fisherman though.