Hooked A Monster Fish - Indian River Fishing

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  • Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
  • Thank you everyone for watching! i wasn't going to make this a video because I feel like I failed and I did. But I keep it real on this channel. It happens. Big shoutout to my friend Aaron for taking me out and here is his channel if you want to check it out. / abenzfishing
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Комментарии • 315

  • @FishAholicTV
    @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +23

    Hey FishAholic’s, I hope everyone enjoyed. Btw I noticed the scamming comments are back. I’m not doing a giveaway in this video and I will never ask for you to pay for anything. Please just flag those spam comments that try to get you to call or text them to claim your fake prize. Thanks so much and tight lines!

  • @AbenzFishing
    @AbenzFishing 2 года назад +19

    Dude! Finally got a chance to sit down and relive this day by watching the vid. Such an epic day, just unlucky at the end. We’ll get back out! Awesome stuff as usual 🙏🏻

  • @Mahealani56
    @Mahealani56 2 года назад +9

    Rich, super glad you posted this wonderful episode! As you said, “That’s fishing. You live and you learn.” Keep these awesome videos coming.

  • @destintofail9092
    @destintofail9092 2 года назад +1

    Amazing fish. I hooked up on a close to 200 pound tarpon fishing that wooden pier in Jensen using bunker there is some massive fist in that area this time of year

  • @thesandbar9254
    @thesandbar9254 2 года назад +2

    That's a true friend...he spent an hour watching you and driving the boat.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Haha yeah for sure! He was awesome! Thanks for watching!

  • @michaelcohen2345
    @michaelcohen2345 2 года назад +5

    Can’t wait for these Florida videos again! Keep up the great work

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Glad to hear!! Hope you are catching some nice fish this summer up north there!

  • @dylanliquard9333
    @dylanliquard9333 2 года назад +9

    Can’t believe ur already at 180k subs. I remember when you were only at 50k. It’s so cool to see how far you’ve come. Love it rich 💪

    • @YOAownageYOA
      @YOAownageYOA 2 года назад +3

      Ha! I subscribed when he did a fishing challenge with Chris m. AKA sea money. Definitely been a journey.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +1

      Haha thanks Dylan for following along all these years! Hope to keep it going! Tight lines!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +1

      @@YOAownageYOA oh yeah the 24 hour kayak fishing challenge haha. That was some brutal stuff to do but worth it. Thanks for following along after that! Tight Lines!

  • @tonys3378
    @tonys3378 2 года назад +2

    Without a doubt a bummer to see you loose it , but I have to say you handled it extremely well! No beeps required in the video :D I lost something big in the surf I was fighting for ~15 mins and I have to say I was not as calm as that ! Very educational to see how to fight a big fish together like that and I am sure you will learn from the experience ...keep it up , tight lines !

  • @juniorbiel24
    @juniorbiel24 2 года назад

    This is why I rock with you and consistently watch your stuff because you don't sugar coat anything and show us what happens sometimes when you fish. You show us the good and the bad. It was still a good and entertaining video to watch. Fuck the people that will have something negative to say.

  • @MassNBass
    @MassNBass 2 года назад +1

    Dude, you brought joy to all of us by showing this. Nothing to be embarrassed about - it’s a great video and a lesson on how to fight big fish.

  • @redfishreilley
    @redfishreilley 2 года назад

    One helluva fight for sure. No leader touch no catch but with light tackle you gave it a run for its money

  • @huntingnh11
    @huntingnh11 2 года назад

    Glad you posted this video. I would be dying to get back out for another shot

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  • @richardsmith184
    @richardsmith184 2 года назад

    One of your best video's I have ever watched. The Florida Key's and the tarpon fish has a historic history. You should be proud that you now share history with Ernest Hemingway. The tarpon jumped 10 times out of water- shaking his head with mouth open to get the hook out. 1928-Key West,FL.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Haha thanks Richard! That some pretty cool history right there. Thanks! Hope you are catching some fish this summer too!

  • @brandodahunter4674
    @brandodahunter4674 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video! I caught my first snook right behind there last week!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +1

      Awesome and congrats! Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @colindavidson6483
    @colindavidson6483 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for posting man! That was so exciting and a reminder you never know what you’re gonna catch, check your leaders, check your knots

  • @carlosbarreto4790
    @carlosbarreto4790 2 года назад

    That heartbreak when the line came flying back...its so gut wrenching, especially when you fight for an hour. But even then, the fight is almost worth it. Tight lines, and you'll find her again

  • @robbiehampton6450
    @robbiehampton6450 Год назад

    the line popped, we all been there, BUT that was an EPIC fight, and you got it on video!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  Год назад

      Yeah it was sad but thanks for the support by watching! Tight Lines!

  • @elvissantos8124
    @elvissantos8124 2 года назад

    choww my friend 👏👏, this is the big tarpon, here in Brazil he is called king of silver

  • @murraysharp5347
    @murraysharp5347 2 года назад

    Wow! So reminiscent of an experience I had nearly 20 years ago off Key West with a Silver King!
    Last cast of the day I hooked into a giant, at least 70lb. After fighting the fish for over an hour we got it to the boat, head out of the water, and "snap" the shaft of the hook snapped. Just as well because I was really done by then and the fish was also exhausted, wouldn't have been good for either of us to get it out of the water onto the boat for release. What a great and memorable experience I had with my son that day! It was a magnificent fish, and yes, I had the bruises from the rod butt for a few weeks as trophies of that magnificent catch! 😁

  • @FisherFamilyAdventures
    @FisherFamilyAdventures 2 года назад +13

    That monster tarpon is definitely a caught fish. Extremely difficult to land those big ones

    • @All4Survival
      @All4Survival 2 года назад +6

      No it isn't. You have to touch the fish mate

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +3

      Haha yeah I’ll except the failure. I’ll have another shot I’m sure! Thanks for watching and tight lines!

  • @thomaswalters5519
    @thomaswalters5519 2 года назад +1

    Hey, don’t sweat it! Sometime you win, sometimes the fish wins, you had me on the end of my seat waiting for her to pop her head up to see how big she was. She was a monster. Great job. And you did it on light tackle.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      I’ll try to get another haha. Thanks for the encouragement! Tight Lines!

  • @johnwhitmore5408
    @johnwhitmore5408 2 года назад

    Hey Rich, don't beat yourself up cause in the end it is only fishing. I know we all live for that and keep coming back, but it was just a good, big fish. You fought it and you fought it well. Next time buddy!!

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  • @urby1720
    @urby1720 2 года назад +1

    So glad you posted this video. It was awesome to watch you fight that incredible fish. So much power in that tarpon & I hope to someday hook into one. 👍

  • @Onewayto2024
    @Onewayto2024 2 года назад

    Funny, after all those nice bass you caught back north I’m thinking “yeah, he’s not gonna wanna come back to FL” - and then I see THIS!!!
    WOO HOO!!!
    😃😃😃

  • @Southern_Taurus_
    @Southern_Taurus_ 2 года назад

    Hooked 9 off the pier this year only laid up 2 of them, it happens brother. The gill plates on them are razors, he just clipped the braid you still got the eat and jacked him up! Plenty more where that came from my dude ! Tightest of lines

  • @prwarfield
    @prwarfield 2 года назад

    I know that feeling , 1st hook-up with mr tarpon was 1-1/2 hours and loss it . There’s plenty more keep up the great vid’s Rich.

  • @TheFishingMommy
    @TheFishingMommy 2 года назад +1

    Hey there’s no need to be ashamed of this result! I don’t really think most big tarpon are successfully landed - especially on light tackle like that. I’m glad you did go ahead & upload this. Like you said, we all live & learn. I learned a lot from this!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Thanks so much! Glad you found some enjoyment out of it! I’ll hopefully get the next one 🤞🏻. Thanks for watching and tight lines!

  • @charles7878
    @charles7878 2 года назад

    this about sums up my fishing sessions in a nutshell. Hook into a pb only to have em break off at your feet😂

  • @adamstevens3661
    @adamstevens3661 11 месяцев назад

    PRO TIP! when your bait is outrunning the target like that pop one eye out of the bait to cripple him. The bait will then swim in circles and get caught by the target much easier.

  • @kelseyloushin1343
    @kelseyloushin1343 2 года назад

    I can feel your pain, Rich. Thank you for sharing this with us. We appreciate all you do for us. Good work!

  • @lilrandy2717
    @lilrandy2717 2 года назад +1

    That was epic. Hey, sometimes the fish win.

  • @TrewlPatrol
    @TrewlPatrol 2 года назад

    It’s all a learned experience. Nothing to be ashamed of. We all know sometimes the fish prevail. And like you said, it’s a good video for others to learn from too. Whether it’s about how much pressure to put on the fish, if you’ve got the right setup for a particular fish you might be targeting. A whole bunch of scenarios played out there!

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  • @Drpepperkiller1017
    @Drpepperkiller1017 2 года назад +1

    The fact he’s fishing with Aaron means we could potentially see the ultimate fishing RUclips colab of fishaholic, Ryan morie and landshark. But one could only hope

    • @hypraktiv
      @hypraktiv 2 года назад

      hopefully thats coming, great group of guys

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Haha yeah I can see if they want to do something like that.

  • @chuckbixler3570
    @chuckbixler3570 2 года назад +2

    Let's get it done Rich Tight Lines🎣

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  • @TomMendoladrums
    @TomMendoladrums 2 года назад

    Rich, at least you played the game. That was an epic battle. So hard to land one of those. Well done anyway.

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  • @slurpnterps698
    @slurpnterps698 2 года назад

    Great video and hook up. Might I suggest you look into the down and dirty method of tarpon fishing. It’s how we land really big tarpon on fly. They pull left, you pull right across their back and vice versa. It’s all about leverage and turning the fish towards you head first. You can potentially cut down the fight time tremendously with this technique which is better for you and the fish

  • @briancrets5211
    @briancrets5211 2 года назад

    Rich, oh man - my heart sank for you! But this is the reality of fishing, and this is why we go back out. Thanks for posting and keeping it real.

  • @mchurch3905
    @mchurch3905 2 года назад

    No worries….you got the best part of that fight. No second guesses, just go get another one the next time, live and learn.

  • @Matt_AKA_Pronto
    @Matt_AKA_Pronto 2 года назад

    That’s how most of the big tarpon fights I’ve had have gone! Don’t be ashamed man. They’re amazing fish. Awesome fight. Awesome work around the structure. Fun to watch. Keep it up

  • @simonemidy4259
    @simonemidy4259 2 года назад

    Glad you posted Rich. Great battle!! Youre not the first to lose one my friend. Hell imagine that same scenario in your yak. Holy Cow, hold on cowboy. Again, glad you posted Rich.

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  • @supervisorone5960
    @supervisorone5960 2 года назад +1

    You two need to go at it again sometime it was a good trip

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  • @fishinmagician81
    @fishinmagician81 2 года назад

    Wow Rich that was an epic fight ,you guys really did a great job working that big girl ,an hour long battle somethings got to give .Thanks for sharing Tight lines

  • @RUGER7750
    @RUGER7750 2 года назад

    Wow what a heartbreaker !
    Heck of a fight though.

  • @fishermansmobileweighstati3645
    @fishermansmobileweighstati3645 2 года назад

    Great trip! That looked like a lot of fun.
    Geez, listen to that drag scream.

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  • @carrieeasley3995
    @carrieeasley3995 Год назад

    That was an awesome fish! Don’t be ashamed. It wasn’t your fault. Things happen!

  • @ddeboy002
    @ddeboy002 2 года назад

    Dude-that was a nice fish and fight. Don't be bummed... go back and get another one. Epic fight! Me, I'd upgrade my braid line. Nothing like hooking something like this and losing it. Learn from it and upgrade the leader and line for those kinds of fish. I once hooked a king salmon on a 5 wgt fly rod. Fish broke my rod. I cried and collapsed on the bank. But I learned-I bought an 8 weight fly rod for that salmon fishing.

  • @eldorado1244
    @eldorado1244 2 года назад

    Glad you made it back to Florida

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  • @ramonvelez3847
    @ramonvelez3847 2 года назад +1

    That’s it’s a great fight rich nothing 🫣🙉🙊🙈👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👍🏿🤷🏿‍♂️no problem Rich it’s good to watch your video 👍🏿

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  • @foreverpride8444
    @foreverpride8444 2 года назад +1

    Man, that hurt my soul just watching that. I live in Michigan so I don't have fun saltwater fish, but I have a monster PB King I broke off on a few years ago and a nice 40"+ Muskie I lost last summer that will forever haunt me

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Haha aww yeah mine too down to my core. But it’ll keep me coming back for more! Now I have to get another. Same for you hopefully it keep you getting out there for another.

    • @foreverpride8444
      @foreverpride8444 2 года назад

      @@FishAholicTV you should check out "The North Florida Angler" he's an older guy and only uploads getting monster bass, tarpon and what not. Could ask him for some spots for some monster tarpon, I'm sure he'd put you on a PB by a long shot

  • @chadhall2971
    @chadhall2971 2 года назад

    You did great... big fish like that are hard to land... great video

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  • @sillystupidusername1
    @sillystupidusername1 2 года назад

    dude. here's your free comment. I'll add a like too. that was unbelievable. you're a skilled professional to not go on an immediate tirade.

  • @theloneangler3320
    @theloneangler3320 2 года назад

    BRO... 👍✝️♥️🎣🏹🛶🇺🇸. You are a hell of an angler. 🪝✝️🎣

  • @mtk8020
    @mtk8020 2 года назад

    Fish was massive Rich. Not much you can do with the set up you had. That’s what makes us keep going back. For the big one. Great job. 👊

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  • @GymRat339
    @GymRat339 2 года назад

    Holy shit dude that was a beast!!! You’ll get em next time. Incredible footage

  • @thurmansmithjr3149
    @thurmansmithjr3149 2 года назад

    I'm glad you posted this video. We all know that the big one gets away. I fish a lot with ultralight tackle just to make it more challenging. Epic battle, I loved it.

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    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Awesome, glad you enjoyed a little! Light tackle is fun! Just caught some nice Snook a 30” and 33” on some really tackle by a bridge. So that should be a cool video to come.

  • @markrosenquist8259
    @markrosenquist8259 2 года назад +1

    Ouch! So close. Definitely one of the hardest things in fishing is getting your hands on a tarpon that size. Especially when your undergunned. Great fight though Rich!🍻🤙

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Hey Mark, thanks for watching and yeah that’s all I wanted. But I’ll have to wait for the next one. Starting to plan it out where I could go to specifically target a big one close to home.

    • @markrosenquist8259
      @markrosenquist8259 2 года назад

      @@FishAholicTV Nice!

  • @hodgepodgeoutdoors
    @hodgepodgeoutdoors 2 года назад

    Dude y'all had great teamwork and almost landing a sea monster. Nothing to be ashamed of-at-all bro.

  • @eldorado1244
    @eldorado1244 2 года назад

    Had 3% charge on my phone when you broke off, boa noite cheers from Natal RN Brazil 🇺🇲🇧🇷

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  • @urbanbackyardcontainergardenin
    @urbanbackyardcontainergardenin 2 года назад

    Epic fight with the tarpon. Love it dude!

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  • @danaparks8812
    @danaparks8812 2 года назад +1

    Okay, I just thought I would tell you that I was very proud that you put that out even though you were bummed out. I'm bummed out pretty much on a regular basis when it comes to fishing, but every once in a while I get lucky, or God seems to pull me through. If you ever get a chance to look at it, check out the RUclipsr known as Bama Beach Bum. He had a video out there this week that was pretty surprising from what he put out that I was used to seeing him do. But I was extremely proud of him as well for lack of better words. It might help you, I know it helps me. Stay strong Rich! Come back full speed next time. God bless!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +1

      Hey Dana, thanks! Yeah I’ll have to check out his video. Supposed to head over to the gulf side of florida soon so maybe there’s something I can learn. Thanks for watching and commenting. Tight Lines!

    • @danaparks8812
      @danaparks8812 2 года назад

      @@FishAholicTV
      After giving some careful thought about replying it to this comment to mine, I thought maybe I should just clarify why I want you to check out that channel with his latest video. I'm not trying to throw anything in your face, but it had a little bit to do with his success and his spiritual life, I thought it was a great testimony for anyone to hear. He had over a thousand comments and I would say just from scrolling through most of them, that they were all positive. There were a few that sounded negative (but I think it was mostly because some people just don't understand, they weren't mean). I'm a believer myself and I struggle with my faith all the time, but that's how it goes pretty much in life, with everything! The more you put into something with great effort, the better the results. Just wanted to put that information out to you because I know you answer me most of the time I comment on your videos and I appreciate that. Can't wait to see another video soon, in fact I'm dying to see some videos that I subscribed to, but no one has anything new out! What gives? (I have stated in the past that I live up near Jacksonville / St Augustine, I don't know what's going on with the weather right now but it is extremely overcast. I wanted to wake up early to go fishing this morning at 4:00, but I was so tired from the day before, that I just kept hitting snooze. I know that if I don't get out there by at least 6:00, I don't get anything during these hot times) I missed the live broadcast the other day on Mr Poseidon, I was trying to watch that but it's making me wait for the video to start. Was it recorded? Anyway, I'll let you go here on this note and just say God bless as I usually do. Hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend! (Sorry, I have been told on many occasions that I talk too much, LOL!)

  • @ericmerritt5700
    @ericmerritt5700 2 года назад

    Don't feel bad, that was a helluva good job with that fish.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Thanks Eric! It’ll keep me coming back for more.

  • @richarddziubek5861
    @richarddziubek5861 2 года назад

    Wow! What a homecoming!

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  • @tollesbury1
    @tollesbury1 2 года назад

    You will get another one soon. Great fight. Chin up. Don’t be too mad. 👍🐟👍🐟👍🐟👍

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  • @syedmehdi47
    @syedmehdi47 2 года назад

    The way you played that fish was super smart! Sometimes the odd are not in our favour. Gear wise you were under gunner so it’s all good. More tarpon videos please 😀

  • @phillumbroso4592
    @phillumbroso4592 2 года назад

    No shame in losing a big tarpon, they are notoriously hard to land. At least you got a great fight, and got a good look at it many times. Not just another fishing tale, video to prove it.
    Still hoping to catch my first tarpon at some point. I live in Canada, but visit South Florida every once in a while, my daughter lives there now. Tight lines and keep em coming!

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  • @jppartyka5825
    @jppartyka5825 2 года назад

    It was sad that the fish got away after an hour fight but good for the fish for giving a very good fight!!

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  • @derekspace
    @derekspace 2 года назад

    That was cool! I have been on 2 trips where someone hooked and landed a big Tarpon. Yeah 30 mins is just the start.This reminds me why I target juvenile Tarpon! Loved the video and Aaron impressed me. That guy knows stuff. He would already start doing what needs doing before you asked him to do anything. That guy has got skills that I do not have. I think he is a mind reader...or extreme competent fisher dude. Yeah, I enjoyed this and big kudos to Aaron.

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  • @russseff1246
    @russseff1246 2 года назад

    Rich, if you're using a uni to uni knot to attach braid to flouro leader, there's many better options.

    • @michaelg8841
      @michaelg8841 2 года назад

      Like what? I’ve had it break less than the gt and alberto knot. Fg knot is to hard for me to tie. What else should I use?

  • @powersaustin63
    @powersaustin63 2 года назад

    Hey Rich, awesome video. There will be a next time and you will boat that fish. Thanks.

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  • @whiskeykilmer1866
    @whiskeykilmer1866 2 года назад

    Wow, what an amazing battle. Thanks, Rich.

  • @casper600rr
    @casper600rr 2 года назад

    Awww man. I was so pulling for you Rich. I’m glad you posted it. You’ll get the next one. Keep ‘em coming.

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    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Thanks Gary! Glad you enjoyed a little bit! Hope you are having a fishy summer! Tight lines!

  • @nyewang
    @nyewang 2 года назад

    I think you were just out gunned. 30lb braid was not enough for fish that class. You did way better than most. WAs very fun to watch.

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  • @juliusjaranilla321
    @juliusjaranilla321 2 года назад

    I just enjoyed watching you fishing you landed or not you have to release the tarpon anyway
    Good job !

  • @JmoneyTheGreat66
    @JmoneyTheGreat66 2 года назад

    Don’t be ashamed of your self for loosing that fish man you did great and mistakes happen, great vidoe :)

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  • @SuperQdaddy
    @SuperQdaddy 2 года назад

    Yeah I bet u had him hooked underneath..thats a tough one..I caught a 50lb cobia like that on 20lb test and it took 40 minutes to get him in..good video !

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  • @MrLacus70
    @MrLacus70 2 года назад

    Great video Rich, I'm glad you posted it! I was almost as disappointed in the end as you... I don't think you did anything wrong, these things happen :) All the best mate

  • @Goodwill_Hunter
    @Goodwill_Hunter 2 года назад

    That was epic..deff epic.. its so epic...
    Nice fish.. it was epic.

  • @bltedder
    @bltedder 2 года назад

    Dude, do not feel bade about that fish. That thing was a powerhouse! On that level of tackle? You could have ended up fighting that thing for hours and still not landing it! Great video, as always

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  • @aen45basshunter96
    @aen45basshunter96 2 года назад

    Nice fight sux you lost it but no worry's all fishermen can relate to you.
    We all lost a nice fish or two in our lives and days we spent on the water it happens.
    Glad you posted it anyway was awesome to watch.

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  • @fishingwithohdad
    @fishingwithohdad 2 года назад

    Epic battle! Great teamwork! So sorry you lost that fish. Thought sure you were going to win. Glad you posted the video.

  • @striperhunter-ic2wt
    @striperhunter-ic2wt 2 года назад

    Glad you posted this
    You'll get em next time

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  • @Willywado1973
    @Willywado1973 2 года назад

    And just like that she's gone..it happens to all of us..we never give up.."We live to fish and fish to live" !..

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  • @stansmith7118
    @stansmith7118 2 года назад

    Most big tarpon don’t make it to the boat man. Plus u need a little bigger set up for those bad boys. Don bring a knife to a gun fight!!!! Great vid man.

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  • @SleekNostalgia
    @SleekNostalgia 2 года назад

    Hey bro you should make a trip down to the Ms Gulfcoast and fish the MS/LA line for Specs and Reds

  • @jakebean8855
    @jakebean8855 2 года назад

    Another great video, keep up the great work.

  • @sseras401
    @sseras401 2 года назад +2

    The fish spent an hour lining you up to hit you in the face with the line.

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  • @TheKrisg50
    @TheKrisg50 2 года назад

    There’s no shame in losing a fish. Losing fish is part of the game. I think you fought the fish well. Cheers.

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  • @AsianAnglingAddict
    @AsianAnglingAddict 2 года назад

    Awsome footages! Heading out to the keys in September with hopes to land one myself, so I can check it off my bucket list. Go Wildcats!!

  • @Spinnaker36
    @Spinnaker36 2 года назад

    Epic! Old man and the sea

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  • @micahnewsome1025
    @micahnewsome1025 2 года назад +1

    I’m the second, so glad to see that you are a great watcher too. I love his videos so much hbu

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  • @danaparks8812
    @danaparks8812 2 года назад +1

    Is it true that it's actually hotter up in the Northeast than it is here? I live in St Johns county but very close to Jacksonville. Don't ask me why I'm asking a question now, I just started the video, but I wish RUclips had a way of letting you write a comment, stopping to think about saying something else, and then coming back to it and finishing it later. Oh well, I guess I'll just have to wait and see if I have another question for you or comment when I'm finished. Very glad you had a safe flight even though it was scary. I heard that part TTYL, God bless!

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  • @robertlorea4630
    @robertlorea4630 2 года назад

    Great episode! Fishing is more than just a highlight reel.

  • @TheJaymon1962
    @TheJaymon1962 2 года назад

    Excellent job to both of you.

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  • @djihe
    @djihe 2 года назад

    Hey Rich, I know it hurts but thanks for posting anyway. Luckily you did get her to the surface so we had a good look at her. Im from England and have been subscribed for months now and enjoy every vid posted. Im currently in Mali Lošinj Croatia where my wife is from and have been coming here for 25 years. Good fishing when the light starts to fade. Had a nice fish break off just like you as the rocks here are razor sharp, just have to keep going. Three rods out tonight and fingers crossed. Keep up the good work dude.

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Hey Brendan, thanks so much for following along. That sounds like a cool place to fish! Hope you catch some fish or have already caught some fish. Because of the time difference haha. Tight Lines

  • @ScottyTidwellGolf
    @ScottyTidwellGolf 2 года назад

    I loved this... so glad you posted it!!! We don't expect you to be perfect. What a rollercoaster of a video, ty!

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад

      Thanks Scotty, glad you enjoyed!! Tight Lines till next time 🤙🏻

  • @hypraktiv
    @hypraktiv 2 года назад

    great fight, the video was awesome. thanks for posting it.

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  • @carlosllama9979
    @carlosllama9979 2 года назад

    Hey man don’t b so hard on yourself.. it was a great fight … it’s going to happen that’s y it’s called fishing NOT catching…💪

  • @ph2738
    @ph2738 2 года назад

    “Did you land that tarpon?” “A frayed knot!”

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  • @richardfleming4850
    @richardfleming4850 2 года назад

    Glad you posted! Wow

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  • @Onewayto2024
    @Onewayto2024 2 года назад +1

    Welcome home Rich! Wow - what an awesome fight! Any idea how big that tarpon was???

    • @FishAholicTV
      @FishAholicTV  2 года назад +1

      Thanks! Aaron was saying in the 100 to 150lb class. The GoPro lens is a fish eye lens so it makes thinks look smaller watching it from a video. But definitely the biggest I’ve hooked in the dat time. I’ve hooked some monsters in the Keys but couldn’t stop them before the bridge.