INTENSE BATTLE! 82 Pound Blue Catfish Chickamauga Dam

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @markhatchett7502
    @markhatchett7502 4 года назад +130

    CD , I’m retired, disabled, used to love chasing catfish in my younger days. I want to thank you for the hard work you do to produce these videos for me and my wife. Congrats on the big one! Your still the best. We used to love the bank videos. Especially the time you were hung in that tree and cut it up! We laughed and laughed. Keep them up Dave. Stay out of Ala. my wife loves you!

    • @2olvets443
      @2olvets443 4 года назад +2

      Mark Hatchett no reason you can’t get a line wet for other fish like I have done.

    • @leftovergaming9529
      @leftovergaming9529 3 года назад +4

      I don't even fish at all anymore, but I love watching fishing videos. I used to fish here and there when I was younger, I'm 28 now, I know I'm still a young guy... However, I have a 2 & a half year old son who is a pistol and has endless amounts of energy. Plus my fiance is pregnant again with our second child, (this one is a girl) but point being I just don't have literally any time to go out myself. So, I just live vicariously through Dave and other fishermen RUclipsrs who do have the time. Keep it up Dave! That Cat was a monster!

    • @texasplumr
      @texasplumr 3 года назад +5

      @@leftovergaming9529 I went through that when my son was a baby. His mother was in school fulltime and I was working 60 - 80 hours a week to keep us afloat. But she eventually graduated and became a CPA and he got big enough to go with me. He's 48 now and still my best friend and fishing buddy. That can happen for you too man. Just be patient and give it time.

    • @dennisdaly1957
      @dennisdaly1957 3 года назад +2

      @@leftovergaming9529 That's a good age. I'm 70 and I caught my first fish at 2 or so my parents told me. I was in the boat with my Dad Pike fishing. Well they have a picture of me with me and the fish.
      I had it blown up and framed.
      You and him will always remember those days. Don't let them pass you by .
      My Daughter is 40 and she still remembers catching her first fish. My grandkids are my best fishing Buddies.
      What a hand full they are but it's worth all the problems and aggravation they give me. Take some time. If only a couple hours a month.

    • @Last_Chance.
      @Last_Chance. Год назад

      God bless you brother. I wish you and your wife all the love and happiness that life can bring.

  • @seniordavidmanderson9232
    @seniordavidmanderson9232 Год назад +19

    Drama, suspense, action, this was like watching a good movie. Catfish Dave's legacy in the making. Legacy is the change you bring about in this world. How we made others feel, how we treated the people around us and how we made their lives better. Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones.

  • @joegreen310
    @joegreen310 4 года назад +53

    This guy is just absolutely great for an old country boy like me who enjoys fishing. He is entertaining, knows his stuff and catches fish....big fish.

  • @timduke4616
    @timduke4616 4 года назад +62

    Now that there is a true definition of a HOG💯💯💯...by the way, amazing job landing that big fish on your own, that is a achievement in itself!!!

  • @Evergreen7557
    @Evergreen7557 2 года назад +7

    I love how Dave doesn’t use any unnecessary movement of the rod nor tries to force any fish in no matter what size. He also doesn’t use any energy he doesn’t have to. He’s very efficient. There’s alot to learn from there.

  • @RobbieThrasher
    @RobbieThrasher Год назад +1

    HY!! Awesome!! I enjoy your videos for sure! Getting all my stuff ready for some good fishing! Thanks for all you do!

  • @papatrt
    @papatrt 4 года назад +53

    Thru thick and thin, Dave gets the big one with a grin, it was huge like a small beluga yet Dave got his revenge at Chickamauga!

  • @stevengary6391
    @stevengary6391 4 года назад +3

    Dave just want to say thank you. Love your program. It’s nice to see a normal man doing what he loves to do. Steven from Texas.

  • @charlesh1735
    @charlesh1735 7 месяцев назад +1

    That’s one nice catch Dave! You had everything working against you during that catch. The light goes out,fish pulled drag for 30 minutes,the boaters on the water was extremely annoying. But you stayed patient and reeled in your trophy catfish! He was a monster!

  • @troymurphy6471
    @troymurphy6471 2 года назад +2

    Great job Dave it's alot harder than it looks by yourself with getting it in the boat with current and talking making a video 🤟😆👍

  • @backwaterboatrehab
    @backwaterboatrehab 4 года назад +27

    Congrats Dave! Helluva fish Buddy!

  • @aussfish9995
    @aussfish9995 Год назад +1

    Epic fish Dave love your work 👊👊👊

  • @cuz129
    @cuz129 Год назад +2

    It's always fun to watch the very best do their thing. Dave is world class.

  • @alexACR3167
    @alexACR3167 4 года назад

    Nice fish Dave. You are the only one I watch now. Got tired of the politics on the other channels. Thanks for keeping it real and thanks for providing these videos. Stay safe and I look forward to the next one.

  • @steven-nb6rt
    @steven-nb6rt 4 года назад +8

    Dave I love that background music. Stay with that style.

  • @ChattanoogaRelicHunter
    @ChattanoogaRelicHunter 7 месяцев назад +1

    Chattanooga is my stomping grounds and I have gotten some really nice cats out of the lake here. Several videos on my channel! Congrats on the 82 lb. monster!

  • @jackkeeble9272
    @jackkeeble9272 Год назад +2

    Great fish and video Dave thanks for sharing man

  • @MichaelBrazdaFilms
    @MichaelBrazdaFilms 3 года назад +1

    That was one hell of a fight. Your light went out and the idiots were screaming, but you nailed him. One of the best fights I have ever seen on YT. I had to grab a 52 inch 55 pound striper in the Chesapeake Bay by the lower lip, like a largemouth and drag him on board our 19 foot boat, we had forgotten the net. Your cat beats my striper.

  • @chancedickerson2897
    @chancedickerson2897 4 года назад +4

    Such a huge fan and I know you've been wanting that big hog for a while! Proud of you and thank you for doing what you do.

  • @benjaminbolton7183
    @benjaminbolton7183 7 месяцев назад +1

    What did ya catch the skipjack on if you dont mind me asking

  • @waltermajeske6726
    @waltermajeske6726 3 года назад

    Damn?! Dave, you just plain make me laugh! Thanks for being there!

  • @brandoncollins5694
    @brandoncollins5694 7 месяцев назад

    Just started watching your channel. This one is my favorite so far. Awesome

  • @brandongcookingoutdoors8532
    @brandongcookingoutdoors8532 4 года назад +6

    That's awesome man! I caught my pb blue today. 40lb I was pumped up.

  • @TinkerinOnIt
    @TinkerinOnIt 4 года назад

    I like every video you upload but this is by far my favorite one i have saw . And no one desearves it more than you to catch that big ol catfish. Thank you for being the one and only Catfish Dave.

  • @rogerbrown5016
    @rogerbrown5016 4 года назад +4

    Dave you are the Man!! That was the best fight I've seen ever!! That was the magic kingdom! Congrats Dave you deserve it!

  • @GD-ur6mh
    @GD-ur6mh Год назад +1

    You NEVER complain!!

  • @josephbrown2644
    @josephbrown2644 4 года назад +6

    Glad to see ole Catfish Dave score a good one. You deserve it friend after that rough patch you went through. Good luck going forward.

  • @ramrodrymensnyder2648
    @ramrodrymensnyder2648 4 года назад

    What an awesome fish and an awesome video. Has me fired up!! I'm driving down to the Potomac tonight to try for a giant in the morning. This video has me all the way fired up!!

  • @grdray2138
    @grdray2138 4 года назад +13

    Congrats Dave. Now that's one big fish. That's a fish of my dreams. Is this the biggest in the boat? Thanks for showing.

  • @gregnuttall3637
    @gregnuttall3637 4 года назад

    Great catch, what impressed me the most,other than the size of that Ole Girl, was how you stayed with her until she was revived, that was GREAT. We could tell you were enjoying yourself too the max. Thanks for the video Dave.!!

  • @tenncutt
    @tenncutt 4 года назад

    Big Dave, big bait, big wait, big fish. It's a BIG fishing video! Awesome video man!

  • @daddydevito2203
    @daddydevito2203 2 года назад

    This is the best ending to any Catfish Dave Video ever. Can't wait for this season and the new boat!

  • @Last_Chance.
    @Last_Chance. Год назад

    I dream of one day having a boat and being able to fish like this. Love what you're doing Dave. You're living the dream brother

  • @imn1ppystr
    @imn1ppystr Год назад +1

    those damn people woulda drove me crazy. better man than i. great video

  • @PW1316
    @PW1316 4 года назад

    Nice fish! I have a brother in Knoxville and going to try coming in the spring for catfish .Can’t wait thanks for the video 👍🏻

  • @larrybair8074
    @larrybair8074 4 года назад +16

    Way to go Catfish Dave. That would have sunk J J’s paddle boat.

  • @Frogcreek1938
    @Frogcreek1938 Год назад

    Damn man excellent show Dave love ya man and the hard dedicated work you put into your shows your the best !!!

  • @tennesseemattoutdoors5405
    @tennesseemattoutdoors5405 3 года назад

    Fighting those Chattanoog cats sure sounds a Ton like The last bull fight I went to. Great fish I was busting out laughing watching that boat approach you along with the 💭 in my mind. Thanks for another great one.

  • @Mexicocatfishing
    @Mexicocatfishing 4 года назад

    You lucky those people didn't have loud music!! Dagblasted!!!🤘😂🤘 you snapped!!!! And about time you play that song again!!! I miss that song! My favorite 😁 Love you Dave!!!!!

  • @justsurf3328
    @justsurf3328 4 года назад

    Hi Dave! I just watched my second video of your catfish videos. I left a comment. Now I'm going to watch this one! Thanks for your efforts to make the videos. You show it like it is.

  • @stanleykiepura1512
    @stanleykiepura1512 3 месяца назад +1

    What do you use to catch skipjack

  • @torikatzin6246
    @torikatzin6246 2 года назад

    That one was a big beautiful HOG. Loved watching you pull it in. 🐟

  • @Wilson-pu2pl
    @Wilson-pu2pl 4 года назад

    Congratz, Dave, nice fish! Sent here from Justin’s channel. Subbed.

  • @stevehogan8829
    @stevehogan8829 4 года назад

    Wow, Go Big Blue... what a catfish Dave. Makes all the work and planning worth while. Great job Dave. Bet you slept good that night. Thanks for sharing with us

  • @kesyinhsueh512
    @kesyinhsueh512 4 года назад

    Dave's always the best. Specially loved the scene when you released it.

  • @slimnruby
    @slimnruby 2 года назад

    I never get tired of this video love the narrating music

  • @littlepewpew001
    @littlepewpew001 9 месяцев назад

    I appreciate how you have respect for the fish you catch, taking the time to make sure it's ok before you release it. Always letting them go to keep on growing. Rock on Catfish Dave smooth waters

  • @f.acatfish9077
    @f.acatfish9077 4 года назад +37

    There you go Brother, everyone else would be modeling to the camera for 30 minutes, You care more about to release him quick and healthy, THANKS FOR DOING THAT
    Yeah that sounds like little Tijuana

    • @cadillacdeacon
      @cadillacdeacon 4 года назад +1

      Facts

    • @larrytischler570
      @larrytischler570 3 года назад +1

      Was thinking the same. Wondering how many has released in that size class. I saw a vid of him releasing one over a hundred. We are watching a legend.

  • @themadcatter5849
    @themadcatter5849 4 года назад +15

    Those people were annoying me and I’m just watching. Oh well looks like it paid off. I’m always late on your vids, I work a lot.

  • @joannknight4863
    @joannknight4863 2 года назад

    Wow!!! I so enjoyed this video and the fight. Thanks for putting such quality fishing videos out there. I am a true fan of your videos! You are simply awesome!

  • @randypierce9485
    @randypierce9485 4 года назад

    It's been a long time coming. Awesome job Dave. Now time for a few bank videos.

  • @tcarp1616
    @tcarp1616 4 года назад +1

    Gawwwwd Dave! Good stuff.
    I was that guy that yelled at you a few weeks ago on a Tuesday night when you where down near the university of Tennessee.

  • @stevegloff2121
    @stevegloff2121 Год назад

    That fish is about the size of this boat. Thanks for taking the time. I got this on the older app

  • @eddiepearce5307
    @eddiepearce5307 Год назад +1

    That was great Vid 82lbs a monster and its still swimming around

  • @camparker5285
    @camparker5285 4 года назад

    Excellent Mr.Dave crazy pole bend action had to feel amazing bringing that in keep up the good work man your like the bill dance of catfishing

  • @setthehookwithtlbroyles919
    @setthehookwithtlbroyles919 4 года назад

    Do it Dave! That was a monster! Super blue cat! Great video man! That's why I love your show!

  • @leonardpennypacker
    @leonardpennypacker 4 года назад +2

    Great job catfish Dave keep up the great work

  • @deucefishalo6246
    @deucefishalo6246 4 года назад

    Incredible fish holy crap! Even crazier, I actually met you today down in Destin FL and didn't even realize it. I was the guy streaming off the Jetty wall and caught the big Stingrays. Glad my channel told me about you after you left, seems a ton of my followers sub to your RUclips and they filled me in on who you were. Will def sub and check out your videos from now on. If you are ever back in Destin and are wanting to do some saltwater fishing I would be more than happy to go for some big sharks, Giant Jacks and other big fish! Keep catching these monsters and hope to meet you again!

  • @joshuavanderschaaf5145
    @joshuavanderschaaf5145 4 года назад

    Nice fish. This is why I watch your videos Dave. Great job ... what a tank that was .

  • @jchamjr38
    @jchamjr38 4 года назад +3

    Awsome Dave! You deserved that one. You’ve been putting in the work and the time. Congrats

  • @regularguy3202
    @regularguy3202 Год назад

    I love your videos man. I wish when I was in school I could have watched em and learned a true skill instead of the other crap I never use. Keep it up!!

  • @rogeranderson6668
    @rogeranderson6668 4 года назад +1

    Greetings Dave
    Awesome Fish I've been following a young man who is fishing in magic kingdom. The name of his blog is Kombatt Karl like you he targets monster fish I'm glad you made the drive 🤠
    It's nice to see that smile on your face again.
    I'd love to see you both hook up your both loners Y'all would be a riot fishing together.
    May you have big take downs and monster fish brother.
    Much peace and love from northeast Texas.

  • @wilsonrawlin8547
    @wilsonrawlin8547 2 года назад +1

    Super Dave! What rig were you using for the Skipjack? Worked really well for that river. They are great as live bait for Stripers in the Santee lakes. BTW let out a good bit of line after you net your fish. Makes it much easier to set down the rod and handle the fish/net.

  • @ricrinehart975
    @ricrinehart975 4 года назад

    Great job Dave wife and I really enjoyed that never back up Never Back Down

  • @CreekLifeLureCo
    @CreekLifeLureCo 4 года назад

    What a MONSTER holy cow. Congrats on the catch! I rarely comment but watch often, thank you for the content!

  • @ToriLynn1
    @ToriLynn1 4 года назад +1

    You know it’s a good fish when Dave smiles 😄 awesome catch!!

  • @DavidSanchez-ef1yp
    @DavidSanchez-ef1yp 4 года назад +13

    I’ve been waiting on this video

  • @stanleykiepura1512
    @stanleykiepura1512 2 месяца назад

    Dave I only wish I caught as much as you . I spent 25 years fishing the lock and dam on the north little Rick side . I caught a lot of fish and enjoyed every minute . I now have health problems that keep me from fishing for the big fish .

  • @angiemarshall1088
    @angiemarshall1088 4 года назад +2

    Your the man!! Love how ya take the pic and release them asap

  • @MrPhoenix1800
    @MrPhoenix1800 5 месяцев назад

    Glad I found your channel I like watching your videos you got a passion like me.

  • @mikemcdaniel2562
    @mikemcdaniel2562 4 года назад

    And thats CAT FISH DAVE with not just another fishing Video but a BIG FISH VIDEO , Awesome catch Dave

  • @troychrissygeorge2467
    @troychrissygeorge2467 4 года назад

    Glad to see you back. Try the upper part. It's easy to get around. We have met alot from your area lately on the river.

  • @wespeacock793
    @wespeacock793 4 года назад +1

    That makes my morning Dave! Congrats on the revenge, I've got a good spot that owes me a big one and this is inspiration to hit it a few more times this year.

  • @farmbikemike8923
    @farmbikemike8923 Год назад +1

    Those people would have pissed me off! What a beautiful fish! And she lives another day.
    REVENGE! 🙌

  • @jasonrunyon2663
    @jasonrunyon2663 4 года назад

    HOLY MOLLY!!!! Great job Dave!!! Congratulations on the AWESOME fish!!!! What a slab!!!

  • @luisangeljaquez3951
    @luisangeljaquez3951 4 года назад +1

    Holy moly thats a huge fish!! Great catch Dave! 👍👏👏👏👏

  • @wallyfirkins1664
    @wallyfirkins1664 4 года назад

    WOW! What a fish. Great video Dave. Chatanooga owed you that one.

  • @richardhoule7570
    @richardhoule7570 4 года назад

    Hi Dave, Vindication is the word for the day. Wooooo !! OH YEAH congrats On the hog of a catfish . Good the see you having fun, doing a catfish video

  • @caymanhilldesigns453
    @caymanhilldesigns453 4 года назад

    You are more entertaining than Bill Dance and that's a huge compliment, not an insult to Bill. Love your vids man.

  • @lnrailroad3215
    @lnrailroad3215 4 года назад

    Once again, you proved "You are the man!", the "Catfishing king!" Because you never know until you throw!
    Great catch buddy!💯🎣👊🎣👑

  • @mtyhntr49
    @mtyhntr49 4 года назад

    Awesome catch. My PB was off of seal beach, California. 65lb leppard sand shark using a live grunion. Love those big cats. Betting it lives to over 100lbs. Great job 👏

  • @cj1541
    @cj1541 Год назад +4

    Never knew our river turned into little Mexico at night, sorry for the hooligans. Love to see some footage north of the Dam, Great Vid!!

  • @billymccoy10
    @billymccoy10 4 года назад +1

    I am so happy to see this! You are a awesome Fisherman and deserve it more than anyone! You don't get the time on the water that others do while working.. Get'er Dave!!!

  • @josephzaleski8947
    @josephzaleski8947 4 года назад +4

    "I'm gettin' too old for this"! I think NOT, Dave! LOL

  • @terryspence9326
    @terryspence9326 4 года назад

    Great Job Dave! Heck you broke a sweat on that HOG! Alway love to see what your gonna say next and see a big fish .... You got em both CONGRATS you did it and had a loud party watching ya.......Be safe Bro!

  • @DayzSpeck
    @DayzSpeck 4 года назад

    Thank you for that and seriously.... thank you for being you Dave. Just thanks

  • @jimmyg5636
    @jimmyg5636 4 года назад

    Dude congrats from the Kanawha River ! You are the OG catfish man. I knew you was gonna hit one this year

  • @KINGAMONGMEN1978
    @KINGAMONGMEN1978 3 года назад

    Catfish Dave is really a rapper he just goes fishing sometimes love the vids man keep em coming

  • @davidinghram2494
    @davidinghram2494 Год назад

    Wow Dave, I`m surprised you didn`t get some kind of cramp during that epic battle. Heck of a fish!

  • @kurtsaxon6240
    @kurtsaxon6240 4 года назад

    About to roll up and sit back thanks for the grind out there Dave your the BESTTT

  • @markdishmon681
    @markdishmon681 4 года назад

    Alright Dave, I new you still have it!!!
    Congratulations great video great fish....

  • @kateandgeraldsmith2711
    @kateandgeraldsmith2711 4 года назад

    That's 1 Great BIG honkin cat Dave!!! That's definitely a once in a lifetime catch man. GREAT VIDEO!

  • @stevepreston7030
    @stevepreston7030 4 года назад

    Good job, nice fish! I live in Oregon, but daughter and son in law work in Chattanooga. We catch King Salmon here in Oregon with orange bobbers like that. Can't wait to try it back there next time I go back. Wish I could show you pictures of this fall.

  • @bobbynewton9247
    @bobbynewton9247 4 года назад +3

    See you are the legend Dave, wow what a monster had me on the edge of my seat waiting to come up congrats Dave you deserve it be safe God Bless

  • @TheLaddie50
    @TheLaddie50 4 года назад +8

    Great Fight and Great Fish 🐟 👏. Dagblasted Pontoon 😂🤣

  • @claymac7895
    @claymac7895 4 года назад

    Excellent fish Dave. Thanks for the great content.

  • @gerardjohnson2106
    @gerardjohnson2106 4 года назад

    Congratulations. Dang that's a fine catfish. Your persistence and hard work paid off. You sneaked in there and caught Joe Jellison's (Chatt Cats) big blue pet. He'll be proud to see this video, good for his guide business. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jeremyanderson347
    @jeremyanderson347 4 года назад +3

    What kind of rods&reels does catfish Dave use.

  • @johncriddle9860
    @johncriddle9860 4 года назад

    Awesome catch bro. Biggest catfish i have seen on any youtube video. And to get him in the boat by yourself is amazing. Thanks for sharing

  • @myronhigh3527
    @myronhigh3527 4 года назад +3

    Great fish buddy, Congrats on a fish of a lifetime!!!🤗👍