How to catch an 8 pound Bass 

I am 35. Just starting to fish and I got a 6.4 the other day at Table Rock in Missouri. I screamed like a kid and my 65 year old Dad was screaming for me. He's caught 50 that size in his life but seeing me catch my first set him off. God bless and I hope you all catch a 8lb bass some day. Be courteous and kind out there, folks.

This man is a national treasure! Still to this day he puts out 1-2 videos (aka classes) every week! Thanks Roland for being You!

I can tell you catching a 8 Pound Bass in Missouri would be once in a Lifetime experience for many people.

He's so down to earth, been watching him for 30 years and he's never changed. People say they wanna be like Mike, well I wanna be like Roland

81 years old and this man is sharp as a tack and absolute legend. I live close to Stick Marsh/ Headwaters and he frequents the area. I've seen his truck and trailer at the ramp several times. I was told this man is opportunistic and will fish ANY body of water, even small ponds and creeks on a whim. Hope to meet him one day soon!

Guy is a legend, goes thru the video with one cut and smokes it lmao

I'm 14 and just caught an 8 lb monster bass on my grandpa's old Jitterbug topwater lure! I have never been more proud! I love using classic and vintage lures, they've been catching fish for years and they still do!

Every time I cast I’m always thinking 10lbs bass that’s my motto; fishing the California Delta waterways.

There’s a reason this video has 0 dislikes, thank you Roland!

This guy is a born teacher. Thanks for the info Roland, I love listening and following some of your techniques.

Been watching Roland my whole life. Caught many 10+ pound bass used some of his techniques. Thanks for all the advice over the years. You have made great bass fisherman all over the country

Roland is The LEGEND of all bass fishing legends

Thanks Roland, your advice proves best again and again. I'm a pond fisherman and I'll always start with that 5" Senko Green Pumpkin. Usually catch em. Go out most every day. Thanks again

This guy loves his job and loves his life. Stay blessed.

I just watched your bimini twist video and I'm really looking forward to applying that to heavy covor situations. Iv been using the Albright for years and am now taking the time to learn a few new knots. Your videos about pouring your own baits inspired me to try it and I found my calling. Making functional art work is very fulfilling. Thanks you for all your hard work and wisdom.

Roland is my favorite grandpa-from-another-lake

Me: thinking it’s a 8lb bass Also me: figuring Out it’s a green sunfish

Another great video- thank you! Been watching and following you since I was a kid.

Wanna say thank you for what you’ve done for this sport for fishing.

Nice video. I caught an 8.7, 2 weeks ago in North Mississippi. It was the biggest bass I've caught. Was in my kayak and I used a Super toad on 50 lbs braid. South Florida fishing is on my bucket list.

Awesome info Roland love your channel sir!! Thank you for sharing!🎣🎣

I caught a nice 9.14 lb bass in Florida on April 30th this year!! Was fishing at a pond using a Whopper Plopper that Roland has spoken about!! It works and it was the biggest bass I ever and will probably ever catch!! Florida does offer some great fishing spots!!!

I live in Canada and have been bass fishing for years, I have never caught a bass over 5lbs. Closest was at Lake St. Claire, it must have swam from the US

Thank you mr Roland on another great video!

I live in Vero Beach and fish most of the spots you refer to. My latest good sized fish was a 9 pounder on a Whopper Plopper in a little 20 acre lake in my back yard, fishing from shore. Also caught a 6 pounder there on a frog...your lure choices are spot-on!

I've been fallowing you since before youtube.. Mostly through bassmaster magazine.. Our goal in Wisconsin is a 6 pounder.. All your tips still apply... Just we don't have shad.. but the water is super clear.. with only a few huge bodies of water.. Thanks again for the tips .. keep them coming.. the Frye Guy..

One day I’m gonna come down there an catch me an 8lb Bass with you Mr. Martin! My personal best is just under 7lb!

Thank you for all the excitement you project into the sport. The closest pond for me is about 5 acres. Next "big lake", an hour away and only 2500 acres. You're in heaven there.

Awesome video !!! Great stuff to learn !

Watching from Toronto Ontario Canada. Catching a 5lb largie here in the city is like catching a damn 8 or 9lb Florida largemouth. I'm getting ready to fish a private pond I've been invited to tomorrow where the bass see almost zero pressure and into Sunday while promoting a new bait I'm working with. Hopefully we poke a big one! Thanks for your videos!

Found a Devil's Horse in my Antique lures cabinet. Put different hooks on it to up date and help my catch ratio. Waiting on a hot day to try it out. Thanks, Roland for the tips to bigger bass. Shawn.

Coyotes Are My Thing ,,But I Can Tell You Roland Are The Go To Guy For Big Fish !!! Very Informative ,Great Video, Thank You For Your Insight...

you're the man Roland!

Watched you from when I was 7 years old I am now 26 and finally getting on some biggens 💪

Thanks so much for explanation of power fishing. Ill try to find a beaver dam on Lake Hartwell to try this type of fishing.

Thanks roland love those viedos

One of the best ways to catch an 8 # bass is fish in Florida. Here in western Washington State these bass are few and far between. Not too many bass fishing shows out of Washington. LOL

That chain shininggggg sheesh. Good taste💯

God Bless you Mr. Martin 🙏🇨🇱💪🎣

Thanks for the info!!

Another good video... thanks

Excellent job

You make me want to call out and go fishing 🎣 lol 😅 😆 😂

Roland, I love watching your videos, and have learned a lot just by watching them. Just out of curiosity, have you taught Scott the secrets of power fishing?...😁

"expert at fishing south florida" Expert at fishing everywhere lol

Thanks Professor, I want the 8lber!

Your the best caught two 8lbers here in Southwest Missouri Ozarks, but would love to catch a double-digit largemouth, maybe one day with you on Headwaters!

I catch 8lbers all the time..thanks to you Mr.Martin!! #thegoat

Great video

Roland, your Whopper-Plopper reel sounds like a can-opener, grease that baby up!

Glad im from Texas dam near go to any creeks and bayous and find a good 6 lber. Keep 🎣 fishing peace

When a legend talks I listen nuff said 👂

You Rock "LEGEND"

Just caught a 20inch brown trout this weekend, keeps me coming back.

Another good video. What are some good bass lakes around Sarasota and Venice area? We usually go to this area when we vacation. Thanks.

Yamamoto has a huge piece of property just a couple miles down the road from me, beautiful lakes all over it.

The Bob Ross of Fishing

Great videos as usual Mr Roland. I’ve only started fishing recently but has always loved fishing as a young child. Only recently have I found myself the extra time to embrace this love of mine. I found your videos quite helpful however there’s a specific question I wanted to ask if you would indulge me it would be godsend. I live close to a murky river with about up to 8-10m depth of steady flow. I know from people and my own research that there are bass, perch, carp, tench and goldfish in the river but the majority fish population would be Redfins/European perch. There’s a section of the river where I know there are a lot of fishes there all day all night, I even saw patches of bubbles in the water everywhere in this area, I mostly bank fish but do have access to a kayak if needed and for the life of me I couldn’t catch a single fish. So my question is what type of lure/bait and/or technique should I be using to catch a fish any fish in this river?? I’m getting quite desperate at this point so any help would be greatly appreciated! And sorry for the rant.

Long live the LEGEND!!

5:59 THE RONA 🤣💩👍🏻

Wish a could get a boat and trailer like that...then i wouldnt need a 8lb bass to feel badass You the man!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!! The true way to catch a 10lb bass is you must kneel and kiss Rolands pinky ring...

I be happy if I get a 3 lb bass thanks Roland 👍

Bam that's a bass!!!😆

Bob Ross of fishing

8lb bass around here is a trophy 🏆

I can't wait to fish Florida again

Who else been watching Roland since way back in the day on tv?

Bam! Instant Bass!

Step one have an 8 lb bass in the lake. Haha, but seriously great video.

How to catch an eight pound bass, step one: MOVE TO FLORIDA!!!

I just caught a 8 pounder today on a wacky rig Googan senko it was so great

Dear Roland I have been watching you since I was 8 years old , I’m now 39 , my dream is to fish lake Okeechobee with you on your bass bait!! I have my own rods and gear etc!! Hit me up Roland

My largest bass I've caught was on a devil horse and the 2nd was on a nightcrawler

Come fish some of these Neighborhood HOA ponds here in Raleigh NC. There're more than a few 8 lbers around.

Everything about Roland is heavy duty.

Nice I love fishing that is what I am all about noeone wants to watch me though I am just a kid 😂 but I have been working hard on it for a year If you have time I would actually like some suggestions!

Here in pa we got some thick thick grass in our waters.

That's Los Angeles Ca. for you. :)

Hay Rollan, I'm heading to Chicamaga in May. What would you target for structure in two weeks?

clint eastwood is looking good

Why arnt there big fish there? What is the problem with the water? it looks good were are the fish?

I'm fishing a lake that is super clear,, deep shore lines,,, and with rock cliffs, and I don't know what to use or do, it's so different from what I'm use to fishing, any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks

The Megastrike Roland martin Big bass spinnerbait will always be a fav for Big fish.

What human decided, “today I’m going to dislike this video” seeeeshhh

I think it depends on bass population. I believe if went to where you are fishing anyone can do it. But here in Colorado im lucky to catch a 2.5 lb. Can you catch a 8 lb bass in colorado? Water temp is maybe 40° - 50°

Hello Mr. Martin just wondering did you ever fish at Greenbelt lake in greenbelt MD

He's getting old quick. Stay healthy out there my friend.

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I’d like to see him try an 8+ in New England 😎😎

For the first bait. What kind of reel and rod were you using?

step 1: go to the most fire pond known to mankind

sir, yesterday i fished a lake called Teresa Lake located in Deltona, Fl. The lake is covered in different types of grass, lily pads and dead trees. It also relatively deep with most areas at least over 7 feet deep and some areas over 30 feet. Can you please tell me how you would fish that lake? I tried frogs, swimbaits and spook jrs, but it seemed very slow and unproductive. Thank you.

Am I the only one who noticed the bird nest at 2:26 🤣🤣

Goood video,,,,

Didnt know it was this easy

I watched this video yesterday and went fishing after and caught a 8.5

Is a1 in kennansville? Have you fished the lake on 12 mile road?

Hi Roland, do you ever fish those Peacock FL bass?

Florida 😀

What about in Jax? What do you recommend,first timer here