BIG FISH PULLS ME IN! These Fish Are Crazy 

This Video was so INTENSE!!! From one fisherman to another... Keep your head up, we have all been there. Thanks for the great content!!!!

I laughed, I yelled, I almost cried with you Taku! Anyone who has ever been in one of those epic battles with a true monster knows that gut wrenching feeling of heartache that comes when you are so close and then suddenly they are gone! Keep going buddy, plenty more out there ahead of you. I don't ever comment, but I had to this time. Thanks for sharing this amazing experience. You are blessed 🙌

Stay safe Taku. That was quite dangerous.

2024 Taku being stuck on Niue at that time fishing and filming is extreme. As always an exceptional view. Thank you buddy 😊❤.

I'm calling it. That's the best episode of Outdoor Chef Life you've done! Incredible dedication and footage. That last 10 minutes was something else. You got your butt kicked, but you can hold your head very high my friend. Great stuff!

OMG Taku! I don't think I've ever yelled "be careful" and dodged waves on my computer screen before! Your perseverance is commendable! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

Gotta give it to Taku for the perseverance he showed throughout the video. Shit was dangerous, intense and exciting, thanks for sharing this solid video.

100% agree with everyone else here. This is one of your most intense videos ever. Every one of those hook sets from shore look insane and looks like those fishes could've pulled you in lol. The fishes over there are definitely built different. Great upload once again Taku! Taku Sunday it is lol

Even with the advance warning, Taku slipping into the water, getting back onto the kayak, then commencing to try to land huge, powerful unidentified fish from shore provided many stressful moments for me. Very intense, appreciated this video very much!

The old man and the sea! Absolutely amazing video sir. Excitement,FEAR, heartache and sorrow. Awesome!

41:15 ... jesus that glimpse. Be safe Taku, but you are out there slaying beasts.

This was such an emotionally compelling video! Great job Taku! We were with you every step of the way when you were on with those giants. It's going to happen I know it. Stay safe, good luck.

The last 5 minutes was epic. I could feel your pain, disappointment, strive, and commitment. Such a rollercoaster! I thought for sure you were going in. Also, that last swell was a sign, if I ever seen one. Wow...just wow. On to the next!

In my experience you should be fishing for those fish with what we call an "ulua pole" in Hawaii aka a bigger whipping pole. Also in those conditions you should probably have a fishing buddy and a gaff ready, that fish would have been a problem to deal with if you got him up on the rocks and all you have to dispatch it with is your dive knife while having to hold your fishing pole and a very strong fish with sharp edges and the will to live is thrashing around all the while a wave could surge in and complicate things further. When you're hunting elite fish it's best to have a strategic game plan of landing the fish before beginning.

That last one was epic you where grinding on it so EPIC!!!!!

Land based GT fishing is brutal man. I know how much time and energy it takes to change out terminal tackle, map out satellite spots, plan tides, use specialty gear, to finally get a strike after hours if not days only to lose them. This type of fishing is as brutal as it gets. You did really well for someone who doesn’t do this regularly. Sometimes these fish just have too much torque when they turn so even the strongest hooks rip out, even when you do everything right. Next time.

On land or on the Sea...you've done your best impression of "The Old Man and the Sea"...smiles...oh yeah, that was a Monster...!!!!!!!

I was genuinely worried he was going to get pulled in at 33:18 when he took that step forward

Omg, it’s entertaining and felt bad laughing. I never seen any of your videos that you struggle terribly catching some fish! Fish there are badass. Thank you for sharing

Getting dragged in is one of my biggest fears while kayak fishing. Though catching a fish big enough to do it is a dream itself

ALL GREAT FISHING PEOPLE MAY LOSE ONCE IN A WHILE. PLEASE KEEP YOUR SHOWS COMING ON SIR. THANK YOU SO VERY VERY MUCH TO EVERYONE ELSE.

Mr.... That was quite the fight!! Was cheering for you brother!!

Damn I haven't been this emotionally invested in one of your videos in a while. Every one of those attempts were wild. standing at the end staring out at the ocean with big waves crashing at your feet. I've been there before

Epic Rod Busting battle! Busting Rods and Losing Hogs! Always a good show, this one SPECTULAR!

Wow, after watching your video my nephew and 3 of his mates are going fishing in Niue in October. This was one of your best fishing episodes. Thank you for taking us with you, from New Zealand

One of the best videos you have put out in recent months! The heartbreak that all fisherman feel. Great job putting n the work though. Sept/October hit socal for a big bluefin !

TAKU-SAN!!!! This has been one of ur best battles yet and had all the feels of a superb drama. Cant wait for the next one!!

Omg this was a powerful video had me on edge of my seat screaming…glad ur safe❤..thx you for sharing …ur differently a fighter 🎣🎣🎣🐠🐟

Wow, so intense I was cheering you on.. so epic, great content

Yooo I died when you lost the 3rd fish 😂 that was hilarious my guy. You’ll get them next time.

That was awesome taku stoked for you to head to New Zealand. And the way you were batting the fish yhere was crazy. It was like an anime and im stoked for the revenge against the G.T. arc you have got to come back and catch one now.

Man, this has to be one of your best videos, you stood so strong against those monsters. Those are some powerful fish and huge, I understand they are great eating.

I don’t think I have ever watched any of your videos where I had stopped breathing so many times… The intensity of it all!!! GEEZUSS! You will be back.. and you will land your monster! 😎👍🐳

Wow, we were so fearful for your life. Every tug, every run, every wave felt like we were there with you and oh my how it broke hearts as it broke yours when each GT got away. Thank you for such a thrilling video, the best video we have ever watched on RU-vid.

Deng Taku, got me holding on the cliff just watching the screen when you were on the rock. Intense video man. Keep it coming!

I probably would have let go of my rod when I fell out. That's some real dedication.

Love this video great job can’t wait to see you land one!!!

These have got to be some of your most intense battles ever. You'll definitely slay them next time, Taku. Keep up the great content as always, and never stop fishing! 🎣

I've never been so on the edge of my seat while watching a video. My god, my heart is racing to the end. Stay safe out there Taku!

YEEESSS another Niue one !! hope it doesn't derail things to much... but I love it :) !!

Laughter, fear, sympathy…emotional rollercoaster of a video, appreciate the grind of not giving up!

Love you guys taku and all the quality videos you’re pumping out 💪🏽

I need more of this battle. I hope you get that fish.

That last one was an incredible battle. Be careful out there brother, those fish are ready for war.

Taku finally met it's match in the ocean great video brother u will get ur chance and now u learn from mistakes u know how they fight their strength u aren't defeated is just a lesson

Respects brother. Was no joke and def was some hard fighting fish. Every hook set was thrilling. Would def want you to go back again to battle them monsters.

That’s why they call it fishing 🎣 and not catching 😂. I wouldn’t have it any other way! Great footage once again! Domo 🙏🏻

You’ve paid your dues Taku, you are going to get one soon man. Keep your head up and your rod higher. Aloha

Those tropical fish are beasts! I took a bass rod to el salvador and instantly regretted it and got spooled ! 36:40 is nuts!

This video kept getting better and better!

That was thrilling to watch!! I was cheering you on and hopeful for you man! You are gonna land that big one soon Taku! Your arms must be on tired, but your determination was 🔥 🔥 🔥!!!!

the strength of those fish is crazy, that last one we seen looked HUGE. Cant wait to see you get your revenge on these big fish.

OMG, that was so nerve racking to watch I felt for you Taku. I was so scared the fish was going to pull you into the ocean!!!

Wow that was really intense, and every time you were so close to the edge woah! Great video!

I read the title and was skeptical....but after watching the video, I have another level of respect for you. Good stuff, and I'm glad you're ok. Some people aren't so lucky. Great video!!

Taku one of your best videos yet!!! Getting yanked in was hilarious but also dangerous if you got caught in the line. That's what a knife on your vest is essential! Way to keep your cool and loosen the drag. I loved the combat fishing on the shore too. Those GTs are crazy strong!! They know how to use the reef too. You are going to have a blast in New Zealand.

Very persistent! It's amazing how motivated you are and how you never give up like a true protagonist 😊

Man Taku! That was a glimpse of the beast at the end! Total sea monster! Intense- Awesome work. You’ll get him one day soon. ✊🏽☮️

New video!!! cant wait to watch it, I always look forward to the Catch N Cooks Love the content keep it up 🤙

Hey Taku, awesome video. Pro tip ! For that dull knife you switched to, the answer was hanging on the cup rack a foot away. Porcelain/ceramic cups, plates, etc are EXCELLENT to hone the edge on knives. The 'rough' area (unglazed) that forms a ring around the bottom of the cup. Use it as you would a butchers steel. Sharpen away from you, reversing the knifes edge after each swipe. You'll have to switch hands for the other side of the blade. 4/6 swipes on both sides ! Presto very fine edge on the knife.

Taku you’ve made my day bro. 😂

Wow! Epic video, don't let losing fish get you down! It's fun for us to watch still and this video has it all

Unfortunatly you didnt land it but you definitely owned that last one bro, GOOD JOB!! 😎

You got balls of steel, Taku lol. Watching you on that cliff trying to haul that last one in, I thought you had it that time. Awesome video

I’ve never targeted dogfish tuna but as a spearo I’ve seen lots of videos of other spearos hunting them. When spearos go for them, the dogfish are able to pull down one or two pressurized floats to a decent depth (even after a fatal wound from a spear). If that’s what you had on your kayak, that’s pretty intense!

thanks to you and these Niue videos its now a fishing bucket list place for me. Sea of giants!

I know the feeling bro. I lost a few GTs that way.. either it bent the hook or popped off. Fighting GTs is both exilharating and exhausting. In my oponion it is the best fighting fish. Wish you many more hookups man.👊🏽✌🏾

That was so exhilarating I don't even care it didn't pan out. And wow what a crazy shot of the GT striking your bait.

That was cool. I was rooting for you the whole time !!🙌

This one has to go viral! Great video.

You didn't stand a chance. Crazy thing is that Cavy catches fish this big all the time. He makes it look easy. Amazing to see that the GTs almost pulled you in a few times. Mad respect.

Double thumbs up! The filmmaking and editting!! Like reading Hemingway's Old Man and the Sea again.

Ohh man! Taku this end bit was epic man 😂😀

I'll keep In mind if I ever visit Niue that there are literal monsters in that water!! Talk about a great video Taku,You were out there fighting like an absolute champion!

Taku just casually getting back into the kayak after falling in. You should update the icon to you falling in :)

Man… from one fisherman to another.. stay up brother bc That’s what keeps up going! The thrill of successes and losses!!!

I haven't laughed out loud so much in ages, rewound and played it again!

One of your Best episodes yet! That was no acting, just super raw emotions! I've lost my share fish, and it all sucked, you keep reeling back in your mind so freaking CLOSE especially after an epic battle!

I love how you didn’t give up and went back out there early the next morning. I felt the excitement, dedication, motivation, and hungry passion to do what you love - even when its so painfully difficult at times. Loved this episode! Rooting for you! 🎉

Wow!!! I thought I was watching a movie. My heart was pounding like crazy.

RESPECT. This video was INTENSE, GT are no joke man! Stay safe out there Chef

Bro this is literally one of the best videos! Redemption trip might have to happen unless you catch a big one in the next vid

Wow Taku! This was such a captivating video. Love it!

call Adam for backup lol; the strength is in your mind and thus technique!! yeah easy for me to say sitting behind this keyboard!! excellent and certainly entertaining video!!

That was a 🔥 video, having the right gear helps plenty, especially good reef shoes for areas like that. You almost had that last one too. 🤙🏽

Now there's 3 massive GT's with large luers stuck in their mouths lol

The orange fishing line shows really well on camera.

Pucker factor 10. Almost felt like watching my favorite NFL team lose the Superbowl in a hostile environment, but I admired the perseverance and hard work - great job! Please make more content like this!

man what a awesome video, these intense fights! gotta love what u create

Epic stuff Taku . I know you had that GT we all saw that dinosaur in the wash. Everything has to align soo perfectly to land those monsters. Next time 🤓. Keep up the stellar work amigo

Amazingggggg. Loved every minute of it brothaaaaa. I was sweating from my seat!!!

Redemption is the key.

That was INTENSE... Nice video Taku!

This was insane!! You’ll get em taku!

That last one was a monster GT!!! Awesome action 🤙🏽🤙🏽👍🏽👍🏽

This video had me shook. Much more intense than your typical content. But props to you brother and thanks as always. Livin the dream!

Dang, I have to say that was better than some sci-fi TV for sure. I really started tearing up when the last one surfaced and slipped off!

Love this video. I’d say use a 60lb-80lb mono top shot for the stretch. Straight braid and stiff rod means the fish is gonna pop off.

This was a fantastic edge of your seat video!

That was a crazy saga, im a long time viewer of the channel and seeing you stack up to those beasts was the best content I’ve seen!