Can The Snake Lure Catch A River Monster? 

I love joining this guy on a paddle. He’s got a relaxing voice...like fishing with Bob Ross.

Replacement arrived!By the way, I did forget to mention that the original lure did have a decent strike however as most anglers will attest you can get a hit ru-vid.comUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 and fish will hang on and release lure. I used the replacement lure yesterday and ran thru a Shimano Waxwing, Kastmaster, Bobber (set to sink). I found the does run deep (I casting on the flats 3.5'). Make sure you adjust your rate of retrieve and rod tip angle (up) to prevent getting snagged on bottom. Used it a couple of times and action was very lifelike (looked like local bait fish for trevally), craftsmanship very good....however eyeball fell out. I asked for replacement and it is on it's way! It was very easy to change out treble to single inline hook.

That lure in the water looks like a guy I raced about nine months before I was born

Even if the fish aren't biting, I'd think just being on such a serene and gorgeous stretch of water would in itself be a treat. Thanks for sharing!

There aren't many RU-vidrs who could make a 14-minute video with only two catches on it and still have it be totally interesting and enjoyable. Thanks Matt.

"Asleep at the reel"!! Excellent.

Best fishing channel on YT. It’s truly not even close. You fish exactly how I fish. Calm, content, Soaking in the beautiful landscapes, and wild life. There is truly something spiritual about fishing.

This is the second video of yours that I watch. No obnoxious music and no faking reactions. I appreciate your calm vibe and appreciation for every fish. :) Subscribed for sure!

Who else watches EVERYWHERE Matt goes and thinks ‘man i’d love to hunt this for ducks and geese.’ It’s always that same initial thought, followed quickly by ‘Matt rocks’, ‘Matt is worlds best fisherman’, and ‘Why does Matt only have this many subs?’ No music, short and quiet narrative, absolutely gorgeous scenery even in winter, and tons of fish. Best channel ever.

As someone who loves to fish, your videos are the type "we" want to watch. You were unsure earlier this year about continuing, "WE" are all glad you decided to keep yakkin. 2 musky day on a kayak!!! That's not a slow day. Keep it up man, love your videos.

Wow dude... Have I never seen someone target a musky and catch it they way you did. .. blew my mind unbelievable... Goes to show you people no matter how hard you try at some thing there is allways progression and rewards !! ABSOLUTELY amazing Matt! Beautiful content keep up the good work!!!

the water being so clear makes this video just so much better being able to see the fish swimming around is so soothing

His casting accuracy with that snake is impressive! Fun to watch!

NDYakAngler out here answering all of life's toughest questions.

Sniper accuracy with the casting- Bob Ross/Mr. Rodgers commentary- Outstanding!!

I really enjoyed watching you release all your catch with respect, not like any other angler by throwing or tossing them to the water. Thanks Matt.🙂

I've been watching you since 10k subs and the thing that I always come back for is the fact that your style has not changed. You can see across many other RU-vid channels that they more subs they get the more they change their style of videos and become more clickbaity. But I can always come here and rely on the same content that I've always liked. Always catching hogs with super high quality video can't complain. No screaming and yelling or getting overhyped just pure self. Hats off to you for keeping it original!

I clicked on this video faster than a pike hits top water

I dont even fish, but here I am....

I’m an avid fisherman in northern New Hampshire. I like to fish for largemouth smallmouth but mostly northern pike. Your videos are great because you don’t make any stupid jokes and you just fish. Yours are the most enjoyable fishing videos on RU-vid. Keep up the good work and keep slaying them👍

Edit down that second musky strike into a RU-vid Short and plaster it across social media.😉

I really like you show the process of your fishing, you don't just cut to catching fish. Love your videos! You're like the Bob Ross of Kayak Fishing haha

This guys casting is superb. Always spot on. So close to the bank but never hits the bank. A master caster.

Bro, you getting in that kayak looked like a transition from cutscene to gameplay. 10/10

Watching a 14 minute video of you catch just 2 fish is better than watching any other video of others catching lots of fish. When that musky hit that snake right there by your yak made me nearly jump out of my chair. Then I started laughing so hard my wife thought I was going crazy. Keep up the good videos.

Hey man just wanted to say we're all super glad you got the drive and WANT to be out doing this again. Your post a while back being honest really put into perspective how much we ALL love your channel, and how it's a job that in time becomes difficult. But man your either a great actor or just love doing it all over again! Keep it up!!!!

Thanks for being an inspiration! Your a huge part of why I began filming my fishing trips!

these videos are perfect while I'm working my nightshifts... so soothing and interesting at the same time

Well done, Matt! That second Musky caught me by surprise as well! What gorgeous markings on musky #2!!!!

I love those surprise bites, nothing wakes you up faster!

you have insanely clear audio quality. Glad to see someone puts time into their setups and editing instead of just uploading hours of raw footage

Great videos you post. I’m a bass fisherman here in the northeast. A friend in the boat one day caught a smaller pike on a crank bait. I grabbed a random rod in the boat with a HOT pink crank bait. No leader or net, got lucky and landed a 33 inch pike, A little over 10lbs. What a RUSH !!

Thanks. We needed a good laugh on a Tuesday. Didn’t get to go out this weekend so this was therapeutic. That last bite scared me too. We were both laughing.

Two all-time catches, love your muskie/pike videos. Awesome

So glad I came across your channel! Nice to see other ND anglers. Keep killin it!

Man, your the Bob Ross of fishing.. your channel is so smooth and relaxed, it's infectious. You may use artificial lures, but fishing from a kayak is down to earth.

Its always a great time when a couple of nice fish can make an anglers day.

most intriguing fishing vids on this platform no doubt. Keep doin what you’re doin, you’ve got it figured out!

That second muskie made me jump my heart beat quickened and I was just watching the video. Thanks for the upload you are as always appreciated.

Love your pike and muskie content I can't get enough of it! Big shoutout from Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃🎣

Some of the best fishing content, even in the "off" bite

That 2nd Musky hit was awesome!

Thanks for sharing your trip! Will keep me occupied while waiting in a snow storm at home..

That muskie startled me and I'm sitting in my recliner watching videos on my TV. Lol

I'm about to go river fishing for smallies for the first time this weekend in KY. I've watched enough NDYak videos to know I'm gonna kill it!

Slow day turned into a nice vid. Man that river is super clear.....can see fish for miles haha

Looks so peaceful out there on the water!!! That snake lure looks realistic and looking amazing with its movements!! Beautiful fish‼️

I’m a very novice fisherman and I love watching you. If I could learn to cast like that I would be happy for the rest of my life. I’m keep sharing the videos . They are so enjoyable and educational.

The action on that snake is sick.

Let the fun begin. And what fun it is :) . Scared the flip out of me too

I’m so jealous!! I love to fish and I usually catch trout and sometimes bass, but this looks so much fun!

Just signed on with your channel. I'm a Kayaker in Florida. Haven't watched many vids from Northern US. Getting a kick out of the lures you use. Love the action on the snake lure and the Rat lure is a good one too. Gonna go relax and watch. Thanks. Those Musky are beautiful fish. They remind me of Barracuda.

That second muskellunge blowup was sick!

"Any day on the river is a good day". That's true. As always, great content. 👍🎣

i love seeing how excited you get. you casting out 5 seconds after gtting on the water makes me want to get out with a rod right now!

Just found your channel today, love how relaxing your videos are.

I get excited every time I see one of your new videos, I love em!

Im really really jealous of the resources this guy gets to fish

That moment when that muskie nailed that snake was probably the coolest fish catch I've ever seen man. Really cool.

When I was younger I lived on the creeks ,ponds ,and river n lakes hunting, fishing , boating , driving faster than we should be doing up and down the smaller creek arms !!! Love your videos awesome

When I read the title I first thought this was a Marlin Baits video. Either way, I did enjoy it. 👍

I love how the water is so clear, he can practically pick his target. Which he did on the first fish. Not many times you can actually pick which fish to target, normally you wait for the fish to pick you. lmao

Second vid of yours I seen and I’m hooked , pun intended. The video quality is excellent and your voice is a perfect calming tone. I love the sound of the water and critters in the background too!

Sitting here drinking beer watching you fish, is a good way to spend my day off.

I was going to go out this morning, but my alarm didn’t go off 😓 at least now I can watch you slay some

My wife: eww a snake 🐍 Musky: ooh a snake 🐍

Okay, so here we have our “kind neighbour next store” who teaches us a way to fish. Wow and thanks. I am a very unadventurous guy, clumsy in a boat who appreciates your relaxed straight forward teaching method. Keep it up. George

First time watching this channel, one of the best I've seen just enough narrative and great footage.

Got this lure last year and it caught me my pb bass! Highly recommend!

I got more scared than you did when that muskie hit at 8:28 😂

"Asleep at the reel." haha. I jumped at that second musky strike too. Great video.

Top notch fishing! Great commentary as well, LOVE IT! THANK YOU!

Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels on RU-vid. There's just something relaxing about joining you on your fishing trips

7:01 It only takes one fish to make the day for me too if it's the right one.

Thanks for the videos, I like that you list your gear. Hello and tight lines from NC.

First time seeing you. Super video. Audio is top notch, visually fantastic. You keep the interest going throughout with your narrative. I'm subbing. Great job.

I love the savage snake lure I’ve caught my biggest Muskie and some of my biggest bass off of it.

I would imagine that kind of snake lure attracts birds of pray on occasion

I enjoy youre vids Matt, you're like the Bob Ross of fishing, as a former Canadian tournament angler, I enjoy the quiet times of fishing more as I get older, makes me wish I was in a kayak with you, great little rivers you fish 👍👍

That one Muskie at the boat scared the soul out of me 🤣

Almost thought he was gonna race the fish when he started all that 360GT talk.

Always awesome videos 💙

My grandpa passed away back in 2019, since then I only picked up my rod once, ended up selling it off. He was the reason I was such a outdoorsmen. I’ve thought about trying to get back into fishing. It’s taking a little time. Watching you nail these muskies, gives me a little spark in my ass and makes me wanna go out and fish again. 🤘🏽 keep up the good work bro, love your videos

I really enjoy your fishing vids and appreciate the pointers. Most of all, I appreciate the way you handle the fish. Your release technique is the right way. I wish other youtubers watch and learn!!!

I bought one of these (8" green version) for a recent trip to Maine because of your video. Have never had much luck with top water in all of the years that I've been fishing. Ended up landing my PB small mouth (3.94LB) and PB large mouth (5.90LB) in a 24 hour period. This lure is awesome! Thank you for making this great video!

I just realized I have the exact same rod you have, the one you used for the first Musky

"asleep at the reel" - that killed me! Absolute gold!

Gorgeous muskies. Love the snake lure. Fantastic content as always.

I'm being serious here in saying: Don't ever delete footage, I'd happily watch a half hour of you paddling around shooting video even if you didn't catch a single fish!

Brah, that’s awesome. Do you ever get skunked? You are always crushing them.

Great video and footage mate! Enjoying it all the way from Nelson, NZ.

I enjoy your videos. Lived in North Dakota for two years and did a lot of fishing. The videos bring back great memories

Other youtubers act like musky are impossible to catch, theyve never watched you before !

oh my gosh i got a jump scare on that second fish lol

This guy , His voice, the landscape, everything looks like a fishing game

The markings on the scary musky are stunning, love the video, Thanks.

You better believe the best angler on youtube is gonna kill it with a snake. edit: first catch is on the 360 gt 😂

I bought one of the spider lures last year. Fish here don't seem to care. Fun lure

What I really like about you is that all the fish you catch you put back.

thats the most amazing lake ive ever seen. it looks so calming and clean.