BIG SHELLCRACKER!!! Redear Sunfish Fishing With 1 lb Line and Worms 

This man is more American than what America currently is right now.

At 64 I have never disengaged the reel like you did in this video, nor have I ever seen or heard of it. You, sir, are a genious. Talk about old dogs and new tricks.

Nobody explains fishin like the machine explains fishin

3 things happen when Richard goes fishing. The weather will be bad, he usually forgets the net and fish will be caught.

Even from a hospital bed you make smile and have hope.

you are an american original. love your genuine character and real fishing knowledge. you still have that child like love of the past time unlike so many high intensity you tube fishing channels. always come away remembering what made me love fishing in the first place

Shellcracker fishing is my choice fishing here in the central panhandle of Florida fishing the Choctawhatchee river. We use a technique we call bumping the bottom with earth worms.

There are a ton of fishing videos on RU-vid. But there's only one you must watch & that's Richard Gene The Fishing Machine! He and Elmo ain't just catching fishing, they're showing how to catch fish!

Richard Gene: The only fisherman to win multiple two man buddy tournaments while fishing completely alone. Great stuff buddy, keep'em coming!!

Richard, you are the man no doubt. The way you explain how to do it is the epitome of a down home fishing instructor. Kind Sir, we are honored to have you doing these videos. Many thanks and please continue.

Vote the Machine as RU-vid's best fishing show.

Several things come to mind when I read the comments. First is there is no doubt that Richard loves to fish and loves to give the fish a fighting chance. Second is I like his boat and think that is what I want. Third I wish I had found his channel when I lived in Tuscaloosa, not after I moved to the gulf coast. Fourth thing is if it lives in the water it is fun to catch and good to eat. That includes crab, shrimp, conch, abalone, mussels, squid, octopus, oysters, lobster and most fresh and salt water fish. So why argue over which fish you eat because everyone has their favorite fish. Just enjoy watching Richard fish and learn from him, I do!

If ole Bigfoot and Elmo met up in the woods then went back and told their families what they saw - neither one of 'em would be believed.

Shellcrackers and coppernose bluegills are the best eating fish out there. You making me wanna get off this couch and go catch some.

You ain't got to out run the sasquatch, just out run Elmo

I love fishing for pan fish,,when I was a kid,we would ask the farmers if we could fish,,,my brothers and I would fish all day,,,I miss them days,,thanks for tickling my memories,,,

These videos bring back so many memories from my childhood… I love it

Them fish and some grits with cheese and a cup of coffee or Kool aid will be great when the snow comes 👍🏽

Ya know , I grew up pan fishing and as I got a little older I discovered big bass fishing in a big way , and I moved pan fishing to a back burner . Now I'm much older (where do the years go ?) , and I started watching your videos and was motivated in a big way to move pan fishing up front again . I didn't quit bassing , but I opened up doors I had closed , like live bait . Thank you , Richard Gene . for these videos you make . Thanks to you , I have become a multi- species fisherman . Don't ever stop . Thank you agian .

The lighter the tackle the more fun the fishing is that's for sure. Love the way you approach your fishing in all conditions and circumstances. Very fun to watch your videos and you are the only one I give a thumbs up before even start watching. Thank you for sharing your experience with us and keep up the good work sir. God bless you. Cheers from Canada.

Another great video RG. You've got the only fishing channel on RU-vid that I enjoy watching, every single time. You seem like a great guy. Humble, informative, no cocky attitude, just a good un. Keep up the good work, and thanks!

I’d like to hear more about bottom bumping for shellcracker during the cooler months.

Good job...glad you finally got yourself a decent net that don't get everything tangled..be sure not to forget it....thanks..

Richard Gene...i appreciate your videos because they're entertaining, informative & kid friendly. Keep them coming!

I love to see another light tackle man lock down the drag and back reel the big ones......Charlie Brewer turned me on to that about 40 years ago

This man catches them every time, love the little tips his gives without even realizing it, such as needing to retie the knot, light line big fish need to make sure the hook is set for the next fish, you rock Richard

been a long while since i seen someone backreelin’. nice!!!

You're absolutely right Richard Gene. There's nothing better than catching than fishing. You make it look simple.

Richard you've elevated in my mind to a fishing sage. Not many as solid as you

Them were some Jumbo Superdog Supremes there Elmo.

Great videos, I raised up in and around Lake Okeechobee and chased Crappie and Bluegll and Crackers, loved every minute, now at 80 and crippled up I love to watch your films they give me great pleasure you and Elmo keep at it, God bless

I learn so much just from watching your channel. When I have a hard time catching fish I always refer back to your videos. Thank you Richard Gene.

Thank you for taking the time to make these. I'm very much enjoying them.

Good Day For You Richard! Big Red Ear's! Thanks for sharing with us!

We always used to go to guntersville in the middle of may around the full moon and catch them on bed when I was kid . This brought back some good memories. Thank you Richard and Roll Tide

Thx Richard! Imma try this new technic it for them om Pans! Stay fishing

good job. glad to see you brought your net. you needed it with that light line!

I love catching Shellcrackers! One of the best eating fish bar none!

Finding, no spookin, and catchin red ears is an art form...for me, they are damned hard to find especially in rivers...I have one place in Arkansas that I more or less consistently catch red ears (Bear Creek)...mostly in spring and early summer, but dead of winter...wow...all I can say is that I would not even attempt it...you are the man Mr. Machine...

I know this is an old vid. But I have to say, I'm 58 years old and I have never seen anyone backreel like you did in this vid . Never once.

Richard, you are the Bob Ross of fishing. Thanks

I can not get enough of your videos! Thank you Mr. Richard for putting them out there for us to enjoy.

First time I ever commented on anything on RU-vid just had to tell you your a real fisherman.

Watching Richard fish makes me smile; he's good !

Thanks for another fantastic video!!! I have fished salt water for 10? years and almost no fresh water, starting to get back to the fresh water now, love to fish for pan fish, this video was one of the best, love the river fishing!!! Thanks again so much for all your effort sharing these adventures with us!!!! w.

Thanks to this channel I just purchased a boat!Went out today last minute and caught nothing but I forgot how much I missed relaxing on the water.Weather has been crazy but I'm ready for when it gets right!

Some of the most fun you can have Bluegill and Shellcracker on ultra lite gear . Great video Richard !!!

Two thumbs for the quiet southerner. Fishing is supposed to be fun and relaxing and watching your content is relaxing with good bits of useful info.

Thanks RG! I really enjoyed this! Be well.....and GO FISHING WHEN YOU CAN!!!!

What I like about Mr. Machine is that he doesn't discriminate, he'll just as soon catch one species as another.

I LOVE IT!!! Shellcrackers are the best fish in freshwater, hands down. Great video and please do more redear videos!!

Great video Richard reminds me of my days growing up in Florida as a child. I used to love to catch stumpknockers shellcrackers

Once again always entertaining and catching fish when nobody else can. I always Look forward to your videos. Keep up the great work.

Been fishing all my life for Florida to Alaska for every species you can think of but absolutely love panfish... crappie, bluegill, shell craker awesome fun and great to eat too. Fluorocarbon line is the ticket... TY... MH

Man it seems like you always have the water to yourself, no boats running up and down the lake ! Love it

I've learned so much from watching "The Machine.."His enthusiasm for fishing is catching....LOL

I’m glad to see someone videoing something other than bass or catfish thank you sir

I like watching you set the hook! It calms my nerves when I can't get my hook.

I love your pan fish videos Richard WOOOH!! from Sam in Glendale Arizona 💯👍

Love your video's. I just wish they were longer. I know you do your best so keep them coming. Your the best!

1lb test.....Richard Gene has NO FEAR! Mad skills

I have noticed when it’s calm and really quiet you scale back your “it’s good for ya!” Routine. Great video Richard!

I really enjoy the informative and entertaining shows you put on. Thanks for sharing them and I hope you and Mama Sue enjoyed those shell crackers. Keep em coming my friend.

Love your plain and simple techniques and they produce. Been fishing all my life for panfish but still have learned a bunch. Keep them coming and God bless.

I just bought the same rod, can't wait to use it! Thanks for the videos!!!

It’s good to see just an ordinary guy who love’s to fish like myself thank you sir and god bless you

You nut! You remind me of my I'm Grandaddy! I would love to go and just sit in the boat while you fish. God bless you Machine.

LOVE this channel man!!!

Love your pan fishin vids! My favorite kind of fishing!

Very good video!! Love your presentation and confidence you have with fish with such a light line!! You feel every movement in the water with that one!! Always love all your videos!! Very informative!!

Good times Richard! I thoroughly enjoy all your videos. A definite highlight to my day when I see you have posted a new one! Those shellcrackers were huge. Compared to any that I have caught here in south eastern Virginia anyway. Hahaha

Looks like fun have not been after shellcrackers since grandpa past miss those days was fun thanks for sharing

I want to thank you sir I lost my love of fishing when my son died in 2006 and a couple weeks ago I ran across one of your videos flathead fishing I have watched a boat load of them since and well I’m breaking out the tackle this weekend and I’m goin fishin thank you May God bless you from Illinois with thanks

Richard Gene, you are the man. I would love to see u do a catch and cook sometime.

Great video, Richard!! Wow, you tied into some donkeys! Thanks for sharing this technique for fishing. Roll Tide!! Mark

I love fishing for red ear. You are the first guy I seen that don’t use a weight. That is the way my Daddy taught me. Been doing it for 50 years. I’ve had a lot of guys in the boat laugh at me until they saw the results.

Love the Sport in your fishing! 1lb test line.....EXCELLENT! Enjoy your videos!

I watch this video so much over and over this to me is by far my favorite i wish you did more like this catching the pan fish or perch as we call them here in the south!!! Please make more videos catching these well done bud, and yes i watch every single video you put out lol

Excellent fishing 🎣 video 📹 . I always enjoy your fishing experience. Stay safe and be blessed

Always enjoy watching your videos very informative

God bless you and keep catching lots of fish.

I just love the way you explain how to fish

I love your videos! You have taught me more about bluegill and crappie fishing. I like bluegill to eat the best. Thanks

Just came across this video and simply love it and the way you explain everything thanks again

Now that's what I'm trying to view some phenomenal fishing Mr Gene and thanks Elmo.... go Elmo!!!!!

I sure do enjoy your videoes. I always try your advice in different areas.

I got to hand it to you with that little teeny line, I can't bring myself to go below 6-pound test.

I sure enjoy the heck out of it thanks Richard learn a lot from your channel great video 🙋🏻‍♂️

Always good info. Enjoy watching your videos

Your channel name is freaking spot on!!! I just hope one day I’ll have a small percentage of the fishing skill you have.

My Buddies And I Agree; When You Say “Lets Put Em’ In The Bucket” Sounds As Kool As Ice Water👍🏾❗️

Everybody wants to see a catch and cook Mr Richard. Great video

Way to go Mr gene that's some kinda good fishing another fine learning trip from the machine take care my friend

Great panfish video.Thanks for sharing with us Richard.

Nice jumbo shellies Richard! Me and my dad got into some like that this past spring ain't nothing like it!

My goodness there Richard Gene, those were some beautiful shell crackers. And on one pound test line. That little flimpsy rod you were using and leaving the reel in free spool was the answer and of course the most important thing is patience and don't horse em. Great job again my man. Keep em coming!!

I enjoy all your shows, but since I prefer pan fishing above all other fishing, I most especially enjoy your pan fishing videos.

Richard Gene is the ultralite King !!!

Absolutely awesome.... I have darn near the same setup. A lot of fun and thanks for the video

Another awesome video. Thank you Richard. Wow how I would love to try that soon here in Eastern Ky. But for right now, it’s to cold. 7 degrees this morning. About 18 degrees right now. Gonna try that technique ASAP. Thanks again fir all the great videos. Them was very fine fish.