Fishing with The Best in the West (ft. Damian Thao)
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- Опубликовано: 1 дек 2024
- Multi perspective day with the best kayak angler on the West coast, Mr. Damian Thao.
Damians channel - / dthao92
Damian's Baits
Blade bait 1 - bit.ly/3wiZe5Y
Blade bait 2 - bit.ly/3UoemK6
Jig - bit.ly/304MPDt
…and trailer - bit.ly/2XIzvXr
Spoon - bit.ly/3uQ7x8k
C-Rig bait - bit.ly/3FSQfiV
My A-Rig setup
A rig - bit.ly/3eye5Fo
Baits - bit.ly/3AZCtH6
Jig heads (1/4 oz) - bit.ly/3ktlGEV
Other Gear
Portable trailer - amzn.to/3Uv1j9P
Hitch mod to the Dolly - P: 401-683-0427
Bait Covers - bit.ly/3rbOQcP
Rod Carrier - bit.ly/32iGt4
Wet shoes - amzn.to/3DcqZku
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THE KAYAK - bit.ly/3aZrlhd
Premium Kayak cover - bit.ly/3E7rkU5
MOTOR
Kayak Motor (and kit) - amzn.to/3ri3wsc
Battery (code “DARKHORSE” for 15% off) (bit.ly/3KfH9ME)
Rudder foil - bit.ly/3nyCxaJ
CAMERA SETUP
GoPro 10 - amzn.to/3RjuvPk
Memory Cards - amzn.to/2XxIGEc
External Power pack for Chesty - amzn.to/36cI3GT
Chest mount - amzn.to/38nbVlB
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Music Credit:
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The legends fishing together again. Amazing to see Damian getting some recognition. He works hard and fishes harder.
Dude is the bass professor.
I love Greg but Dam on another level. Think Greg would agree
Two different style fishermen, Damian offshore and graphing.
And Greg shallows and banks!
Both have their place, and the waters Damian generally fishes what seem to be reservoirs, deep and clear where Greg mostly Delta, shallow and stained where a graph doesn't help as much!
Looks like Greg's winding up to get a Live or forward facing unit soon, that'll be a fun ride!
When I first met Damien, he was catching fish right in front of me and I had only caught 1 dink. I was amazed and just sat there watching a master. Then he said "One of these days, I'll have to get a fishfinder" WOW, even with no electronics, That's natural talent!
Yo this dude Damian is a beast how does he only have 17k subs on RUclips?? We need to get this man up to the 100k+ area for sure. Super awesome video GB!!
Gotta have personality on camera
Just compare them to greg’s quality and its obvious
When ever his videos come out I instantly watch them and I pay real close attention to what he does and says because there is obviously a ton of info worth learning.
because Damian's youtube is still new. Greg has been making videos for years and years to get to where he's at.
I'm sure he'll get there if he wants to. Dude works full time and other than tournaments doesn't even really fish which is nuts lol
I love it when Damian opens his tacklebox and there are 30 crank baits in the box with no dividers just all tangled up together. I laugh and Laugh and shake my head as he picks up a tangled up bunch of them and shakes one loose.Then bam he catches a big one. Love the dude!
Divider suck waste of space, fit a lot more tackle without them.
I liked that conversation editing Greg. Going back and forth with the audio was smart!
“Clear skies no wind it’s hard to get a bite” as he proceeds to catch like 20 fish! 😂😂 I love that guy he just had what I would consider to be an amazing day for me lol shows the difference between and average angler and a real professional
Two legends in the game. Greg for putting us all in kayaks and bringing so much popularity to the platform. And Damian just because the man is flat out sick with the stick. He’s a beast. And what a treat it is to see them both together
The humbleness from you two is what make you guys great.
Friggin AllStar video. Two of the best in the nation. Thanks guys for the awesome video!!!
I've started watching Damian's videos awhile back and have found that he is incredibly knowledgeable.
He knows where to look.
Some people discredit him because he has live imaging but I can assure you it doesn't mean you'll just find and catch fish, I'd know lol
His vision is unteachable
100% enjoyed watching this video. Two sticks in the game 🔥
That's basically how my day 2 went fishing next to Damian Thao during the YAB TOC. Dudes definitely the best Westcoast Bass Angler just wait until he gets a Bass boat
Your no slouch yourself.rather than a 6th sense I'd say its genetic
I’ve fished next to both of you on my home lake, I held my own but still couldn’t catch up to either one of you.
You and Greg should do a collab. Would love to see that too
Bryant Smith lives in California.
Greg Blanchard Damien Thao And Tas Moua Collab Video , On The Delta 🔥🔥🔥 ???
Damien's early vids fishing H pond and Sycamore island in Fresno got me interested in bass fishing. Greg's videos got me to get kayak. I appreciate both of you
i follow Damian too. Damian Thao = Deep Water Surgeon!! Always great content Greg!
Fishing is a thinking man's sport and throughout my tournament years, I created a belief that successful bass fisherman have a greater visual library for what they're feeling while on the water, based on what's happening around them. Visual conformation always precedes the hookset from those spontaneous/random casts. It's what separates the winners from those who fail to recognize the potential.
Whoa!!! 2 out of 3 my favorite Kayak anglers in one video. This is definitely a great start to a day. Football can wait until I finish this video.
Dude I’m so stoked and happy about this video. My two favorite bass fisherman in a video together. Thank for this Greg.
Love watching competitors fish together and not holding secrets cause for fishing its all about techniques and a lot of luck just like you guys say...thanks for a great video guys
Some people definitely have that "Fishy" touch. You can be throwing the same lure in the same spot at the same time and wondering why he's catching 10 to your 1. Guess Damien is known locally as the fish whisperer. Greg, you are one of the hardest working young guys out there. It's always a treat to get a glimpse of what you do. You're a hell of a fisherman in your own right.
I can see why he is the best in the west. That dude seems like a really great kayak fisherman. Having a six sense and a little luck can go a long way in fishing that's for sure. great video Greg.🙂🍺
D definitely has a sixth sense. He’s a fish whisperer. This man can flat out fish and is the most humble dude out there. Grats to the top finish for both of yall.
He has to much vision
Two incredible guys out there just doing the thing. Great video
Exactly! This is key now, FFS is more important now in tournaments and separates those who consistently win from the pack. Its not just the ability to see live but to better understand patterns and behavior, after which you can adjust and learn from. You can tell Damien has this down and is a big part of his ability to win, no luck required...
Thanks for this video, you guys need to learn from each other and should fish together regularly! Damien, you would have tons more subs and views if you put out consistent content like Greg!!
Always nice to see 2 great anglers fishing together. Congrats to DT for AOY
Damian putting on an offshore clinic. That guy is a super efficient fishing machine. Impressive regardless of conditions!
Wow! Credit given where its due 🤙applauds to both guys 👏👏👏
Heck yea. Two of my favorite kayakers youtubers. Awesome good morning folks.
I think he's just incredibly knowledgeable and understands the movement of fish very well. I don't really believe there's any sixth sense going on. If anything, claiming he has a sixth sense just takes away from the knowledge and skill he's accumulated. He also had equipment you didn't have. Luck definitely plays a role in everyone's day but I don't think he got lucky in almost every tournament he fished. He's just too humble.
Damian said himself luck plays somewhat a factor, and GB disclaimed that pro fishermen know the fish and have knowledge.
Maybe this 6th sense is a subconscious gut feeling based on years of experience that helps track down fish or have that intuition of the switch up and “last cast” scenarios like Damian had.
For sure and I agree. I was just saying he has the knowledge, skill AND that X-factor that will put him on top most of the time.
6th sense and gut instinct is just what we call decisions based on non-concrete knowledge and experience
Some say damian is part human part bass.
Even a blind duck quacks in the dark.
Two great anglers. Nice video. I’ve met both guys they are humble respectful and very knowledgeable. Lots of time in the water between these two dudes.
Been watching and following Damians channel since the first time he's a fantastic fisherman
Damien also excels at offshore fishing and moving baits. It’s more than having livescope. His understanding of it is impressive. I love how he uses a hodgepodge of everything!
Greg your take on having a fifth sense for fishing I believe is 100% true. It’s no different then say a carpenter you can be trained with the best techniques & tools but it’s that special ability that makes them a Craftsmen & that is way different then a carpenter. It’s on another level. I’ve seen it in all walks of life. Growing up my parents had a ability to plant & grow anything with what seemed little effort. I’ve had that ability & remember growing up & catching fish when no one else was. Not so much now😂 but it exists a call it what you will it’s just a feeling a Sense. And he says it’s luck Ha! No way when you watch him fish he puts 100% into every cast every presentation. And more & more you see in the end technique & presentation is what catches fish. Thanks for another great video I love that it came out on Sunday.
Two of my fav fisherman together, great show. thanks
Nice to see another video with you and Damian....Thanks for sharing..
Always good to see Greg and Damien fish together..2 totally opposite fisherman but to each there own have there own great skills set.
Two of my favourite anglers in one video!
The best collab ever!! Two absolute studs!! I’ve been lucky to meet Damian before, hoping to meet Greg someday!
I think it’s time for the livescope Greg. While it will be a bit of a learning curve, this video clearly shows the different of casting at specific offshore fish, vs casting at areas where fish were on regular sonar.
Wow! Damian definitely has a 6 Sense for fishing. Dude should be sponsored constantly by more sponsors. Odds are against all anglers but Damian comes in and pulls thru. Awesome video Greg! Glad you had the opportunity to fish with him!
This is how 2 great minds thinks differently and yields different results. Decisions these guys made, reflects on their results. What a great video boys!!!
Great to see great competitors working together. Awesome!
I subscribe to both of your channels, and I find it interesting to watch the different techniques used in the same tournaments. The tailspin appeared to be most productive in this outing and also in the Tournament for Damian.
It’s fun to watch two different guys with two different styles and how they gameplay and attack.
The collaboration of two of my favorites. Thanks Greg! and Damian!
Greg, I was waiting for you guys to do another trip out together. Two great kayak anglers, and it's always epic to watch and learn. With fishing, the kayak add-ons, new baits, equipment etc. Greg you talked about replicating. I watch you both. You guys are both fish very different styles. You've won some big tournaments over the years, and if not, still place well. Especially that Big Bass Brawl. Making that top ten, to be on that stage last season. You both put in the time, practice, and research. And I could go on and on. You're both mentors, and respected with this growing sport. 🙏 😎 🎣
Man legends together can’t get any better stay humble n keep fishing !!!!
Two great anglers getting together and showing off the techniques to catch more fish!! amazing video! you guys really are both anglers of the year!!
You guys are both my best anglers on RUclips by far! Just love the videos and how competitive y’all can get
Yes Damian’s setup is baller. But us California anglers pretty much paid for it. Lol. Good stuff. Hopefully he makes it to the BASSMaster National Championship. You both are killing it. See you guys on the water.
After a second look, I believe you had a double on the A rig. Damian is a hoss when it comes to fishing. Appreciate the video Greg as always.
Damian Thao, central valley's beast....been following this guy when he was still using a hand paddle yak. You are both great fisherman. 👍
Great to see both of you in one video! Very cool.
2 of the best. Honestly though I’d never know who Damien was if it wasn’t for Greg
Awesome content. A few folks on the east coast that come to mind when you think of fisherman with a 6th sense. You guys are both legends in the sport. Really appreciate you guys sharing your knowledge.
Hey we were out there that day. We were the grey boat fishing that sunk boat when you launched and did your intro. Glad to see how your day went.
Dang! D out fished the Gregger. I love watching him fish structure. I don't like forward facing sonar but it gives you a different look to see what the fish are doing. Maybe you should get the FFS for your show so you can see how fish react to different baits. Great vid as always Greg. Have a great week.
More of these! 2 of the best!
You two collaborating are my favorite videos
Damian is just a hammer. I wonder if he’d hang with the crew one tourney weekend. Be cool to see his personality off the water as well.
Probably studies maps and gets a good nights sleep rather than partying 😂
@@MJ_Bass 🤣 you’re probably correct. But I think I’d rather take the Greg Blanchard method.
Idk man greg does all of this without livescope
@@jorgesanchez8658 absolutely, I know I’m never making a living fishing, might as well have some fun
@@kevingonfishing6023 😂 certainly gives an edge but Damian has been winning long before his FF sonar.
Definitely my two favorite favorite fisherman whether it be kayak or bass boat or bank!
Great video, really enjoyed watching this. That Damian is truly has that 6 sense , for him to be top angler consistently is proof of his skills. Very humble guy too.
Great video as always love the content two great fisherman.
Greg I hope to see you and Damien at the team event next weekend. Glad to see you are out of your slump, tight lines.
The two titans of bass fishing. 👍
The only fisherman I care to watch and learn from. Thank you both!!
Mikey Ballz is also entertaining and informative
@@tims_always_fishing7117 cool, I'll check them out. Thanks!
Need more videos like this Greg. Really enjoy the perspective of other successful yakers.
Thank you for the video, Greg. When I watched your last video for the tournament and I knew Damian was on top and was wondering if I can get to watch you two fish together. Ha, here you have it. Great to see the fishermanship among the folks, that's fishing is all about, right?
What a nice end of the season surprise! Happy to see you were both able to get together again! Congratulations to both on your Berryessa finishes!🤙
That was good.
Thank you Greg and Damien.!
Damn, Man...! Two of the BEST "Left Coast" Fishermen - on the same Video...! Thanks Greg, and I could watch an Hour-Long Video of you two fishing together.
Greg you’re a beast as well. You hang with the guys with livescope with a raymarine lol. I don’t know how you feel about the livescope but it was a game changer for me. You should look into one!
That was very cool. Learned a lot from watching the two of you fish today.
Thanks again for bringing us along, fellas!! 🍻🎣
i like how he calls those smaller groups of hunting bass a wolf pack. very accurate description of that phenomenon
I have been waiting for this video for a long time!!!
When I grow up, I want to be as good as you two combined lol. Awesome video!
Both great fishermen different styles
Great video Greg and Damian
That was super fun to watch.
Love the video. Definitely need another one
Literally last night I was thinking "When are Greg and Damian fishing together again?" Impeccable timeliness.
A couple of RUclips legends right there!
😎🎣📹👍
I had a great manager when he asked how I am so successful and I told him "I'm just lucky." He responded with what I would say the same thing to Damian - "You create your own luck." Changed my life on how I approached success and realized my hard work and intuition to succeed.
Loved it man y’all both kick ass on the Kayak fishing game
I watch you both. Great job guys!
Great character Greg , stay humble and keep up the amazing content 💪🏼
I watch both of ya'll on here all the time.
Man Damian is a really great fisherman, the one thing that amazes me is I have never seen him bird nest a bait casting reel. And I see him catch more big fish on spinning reels than anyone, he just doesn’t use them for things like drop shot or finesse.
Both Legends!!
So amazing to see you two collab! Great fishing
Nice vid! DT got his PB Rock.
"Luck" was once defined as being, Where preparedness and Opportunity Meet. You are both very talented fishermen & sometimes lucky. But mostly talented.
Game recognizes game! Two west coast legendary lip rippers.
Great video. That Damian has a sixth sense when it come to catching basd
The Collab! Amazing 😍🤩
My two favorite RUclips channels! Nice!
You and Damian should come back East next year for one of the tournaments in New York.
Dam such a humble dude seems cool to fish with you lucky to have all those cool fishing buddy's G.B 👍🏿
OHHHHH SNAP!!! Fishing with Damian !!!!
Fun video! Two of the best right there for sure! I think it might be time to get the forward facing sonar for those off shore schools though!
Ive been watching damien since you introduced us to his channel..he is an amazing angler
Ive had the same frustrations, finding the schools and trying to get them to bite. Ive had more success with smaller schools, they seem to bite for me better. But I love that spoon bite, when its on its amazing. Great videos