I have fished for bass for many years every tide is different and as you know the fish are constantly on the move, persistence is the key and rivers going into the sea are a magnet for them.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Good tip about rivers ! even small water outfalls can provide a good feeding zone - i was thinking about going to the river mouth at Littlehampton and cuckmere this year

Determination is key. I think we all try to replicate a good catch and go to the same areas with hope 😊 great video Matt 😊

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@agapelove916

Ай бұрын

Loved your honesty. So many dont record Blanks. Its not a failing in my eyes 👍

@Moontanthefirst

Ай бұрын

If you just happened to catch a large predatory fish that was patrolling, or transiting from one place to the next, then you may never catch another one there again🤔. Finding where the schoolies are, or just happening to be the way of a passing fish, are two very different things aren’t they? 🤔 I’m happy to settle for either, and I deffo go back to the same place and try again…and again….and again……😢 Good vids, thanks. 😊👍

Well that started well mr saltwater, nice early bass and so pleased for you, like adrenaline rushing through the veins anticipation levels fit for bursting … then the reality kicks in and the wait goes on for the next one … but never give up and one day the reward will be yours and that bar of silver will grace the shingle again for you . A good day or two for the dogs though in more ways than one, the blank saved and good to see Nellie and the doggy paddle … better than me 🙄 thanks for sharing

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

You got that right! - Thanks you understand the sentiment of this video perfectly.

Bass ,Beautiful looking fish ,well done Another enjoyable Video Matt Thanks for sharing

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching again !

Hello again Matt, well done finding some Bass, that spot with the reef close in definitely looks bassy! I'd be going back for sure and also with the lures when the tide pushes up and over the reef. I'm a firm believer in going back to repeat past results, especially at the same tidal state/height, it more often than not works out. Water temps are a good bit higher than last year, I went out earlier in March to try out some new lures and something pulled back but came off, so I have been out three more times with the new lures and managed 4 fish, only small though, all on smaller 4 inch paddletails. Took me until mid May last year. I'm about 30 miles east of you so would have thought they will be showing along your patch. I will look forward to more lure fishing content over the summer.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Nice one thanks for the update, enjoyed reading that.

Awesome again Matt the ocean here is like a pane of glass water clarity is like gin u can see 2 maybe 3 fathom down need a storm & plenty of rain. Happy catching from Australia Nick

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Thats how how i remember Aus ! Good to hear from you Nick

Another great video, cheers Matt👍

Outstanding Matt,red letter day for you.lovely location, bass water all day long. Kind regards Mike.

Another fantastic video. That kind of sea always gives me hope , It will be good to see some lure fishing action over the summer but I love seeing the bait fishing too. Always enjoy your interesting camera angles and the views of the south coast where I started my fishing as a kid over 40 years ago . Tight lines

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Yep i need to milk those good catches as there are many more blanks. I do try and show this coastline as best as possible - Thanks for the feedback

Matt, i think you are not alone keep returning to the same place. It becomes an obsession sometimes but do we learn i dont know, wishful thinking i suppose.👍👍👍🎣🎣🎣.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yes - I’ll report back on the amount of blanks I get.

Bass can be very different from day to day eh here in guernsey I was catching loads of bass off the top in January and February then March came along then there was nothing crazy but that’s bass fishing great video as all ways 👍👍🎣

Great video Matt, really do enjoy the content and information. Brave to try new marks, other than tried and trusted ones but great when it pays off. What a lovely fish. We always expect to do the same again, but in my experience are usually disappointed. Usually have good intentions to try somewhere different but have second thoughts and stick to what I know! Best wishes, Dave, broadstairs

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yep thats a good point Dave good you recognise that sometimes we all stick to what we know.

Hi mate been fishing that mark for years on and off great place ..great vid as always

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching ! Made me realise i stick to the same places a bit too much

Perseverance is definitely key, where past success and experience drives you on. I just finished a two day fishing/camping trip and didn't catch a sausage. Still, can't beat the sights, smells, sounds and head space.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Well said! you have captured the sentiments of todays video. Like how you appreciate the positives of your camping and fishing trip

Liked that mate😎🎣

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yes thanks Mark. Got to love a ass- That was the day i thought you might of come down and said hi ! Your dogs can show mine how to be proper terriers!

Hey Matt , that PB bass will come again mate, good luck keep hunting cheers Steve.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for that Steve- Yep id love to have another double. Ive had two 9s too so surely my next big one cant be another 9lber !

That location looks like the one I spent quite a few days last year late spring/ early summer. Lots of small bass on the lures but nothing big.

Nice watch Matt 👌🏻 That spot looks Bassy as anything they will be back there 100% perhaps a night session would do more for you at the minute until it really switches on? Keep em coming buddy 🎉

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Cheers Ben, ye I neglect night fish more than I should. Good point

@trampster7306

Ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAnglerGood point from Ben, but night fishing is not good for videos!

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

@@trampster7306 very true

Nice one thanks Matt. Beautiful Bass and some useful tips. As for going back to the same marks, I tend to do that. Partly because they have reliably produced Fish, but also because health issues mean there are only certain marks within a reasonable travelling distance that I can access, so end up going back. What is it with Dogs & Dogfish ? !! 2 of the guys on a forum I visit have similar size Dogs to yours, and both of them will grab a Dogfish when put back in the surf if it dares to turn inshore again! Only happens with Dogfish! Tight lines, and stay safe & well. 🎣🎣👍👍

lol , if i take my 2 little dogs down Brixham beach they do what dogs do best.....run away! ;)

Hi mate, thanks for another interesting vid... Going out to Dale today. Hope the crabs don't eat all my bite 😂😂

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Good luck! Let us know how you get on

Looks a great mark and well spotted. Have you fished there in the summer with fish baits ? Reading your account of catching your very large Bass made me smile as I could relate partially to the capture. Great vid as always. 👍

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Not yet! Ill be back in summer for sure

Persistence mate!! I knkw exactly what you're going through mate. I had a fantastic 5lb bass from a beech alful wether driving wind and rain last cast the bass smashed my sqwid bait it was a stunning fish managed to get it on camra as well!! Been back to the same beach so many times and had nothing at all its so fustrating!! But its constantly in my head what if there is bass even bigger there!!!!! Hahahah i think we are mad 🤣🤣🤣🤣 great vidoe as always mate. All the best and tight lines 🎣🎣🎣

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yep that’s a familiar story . I’ve had a 9lb bass on two seperate occasions and both times I stopped fishing! Maybe I should of carried on and caught the 20lber!

@l.r.sfishing4011

2 ай бұрын

@SaltwaterAngler wow imagine that!!!!!! That's why I love fishing cos you just never know 😅😅👍🏼👍🏼🎣🎣🎣

Well done, you blanked🫵

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

Thats not quite the story here 🙂

That reef area certainly looks like it should bring fish in to feed. I would be back there a few times trying throughout the tide cycle to try and find out when they are feeding. I do wonder if bait more associated with a rocky area might work - crab, prawn or small live bait! Only time will tell.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yep thanks mate- I just read your comment without seeing the name and thought to myself- That bloke knows what hes talking about ! Cheers Brian yes i have some summer ideas for here too. As you say Prawn and crab. Maybe you can join me some time find out a bit more.

Another good video Matt will be trying Ramsgate couple weeks time

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Great yes do let me know how you get on down there. Ive vowed to head for Kent a bit more this year too.

@jonathanbritton7347

2 ай бұрын

Will certainly let you know Matt, how get on Ramsgate

Bass season opens tomorrow? Wish I lived closer to the south coast. Look forward to the lure sessions. Itching to go myself.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

send me a message before you come i can let you know the water conditions

@londonviking3801

2 ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAngler That would be awesome (although I leave around 4am... lol) Would have to be on twitter (maybe day before). Does that work for you?

Found a great Mark last year. Produced fish at low water. Like to see if it produces this year. Also found a great boulder field for kayaking at high tide.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Sounds great!

@naylorchris1975

2 ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAngler I’ll have to let you know next time I see you.

be a dog lol great vid mate.

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

Well spotted

Its a difficult one. Trying to replicate a good catch whatever it might be, a single large Bass or maybe several average sized fish. We are all able to make an assumption of what are the correct weather and sea conditions from the experience we gain over the years but I think as a (mainly) shore angler is to have an up to date knowledge of the ground you fish. i.e. Gaps between sandbars, gully`s you might fish, are they silting up etc. Also, is lady luck smiling on you?

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

Nicely summed up my friend

Matt,, I'm going to swap out my multipliers for fixed spool as I just cannot grip the reel even with a thumby protector on,,,, any recommendations for a reliable good fixed spool reel for general beach fishing,,, any help greatly appreciated cheers,🎣

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yes . The Penn surfblaster in any of the three interations is tough and easy to use and has lasted well. For some smoother easy fishing i still rate the Sonik AVX 10000 which is basically a carp reel but so simple .Ive done reviews on them - But if i was to get an upgrade id go with my old friend the Shimano with the Ultegra providing a smoother and more powerful (and expensive option) Penn long term review. kzread.info/dash/bejne/iqmDt8WxitytqZc.htmlsi=ykixvpjAlnXnslXA Sonik AVX kzread.info/dash/bejne/n2V_2q2qd7yycbQ.htmlsi=vg913vytHP4UurzS

@trampster7306

Ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAnglerSecond the Surfblasers Matt. I couldn't get one during the Covid lockdowns so bought a Michell Blue water RZ 8000 wich is still working well for me. All part of Pure Fishing, so a similar reel. Days later, I spotted a Surfblaster II locally for £30 so grabbed that. Great reel. A mate has now donated an original Surfblaster to me too, but it's had a hard life, so needs a service & clean befor I use it.

I suppose the gulley water has been the worst for years due to the amount of rain we’ve had this winter.Patience & persistence for the most beautiful fish we have in the UK.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

I agree with that the Bass is King for me! Yea i hadnt thought about the rain causing worse gulley water. It is certainly earlier this year thats for sure.

Bass used to be known as Spring/Summer target..years ago obviously changed really!! Your thoughts?

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

All year round now- just more effort to tough it out jan-march

Went fishing today Eastbourne pier caught a turbot and 1 conger eel my friend caught a conger eel 98cm on honestly no joking a tiny hook smaller then people use for plaice, can I ask what is the best bait for bass it’s my goal fish now

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

A turbot ! Crazy hooked conger wow what a day

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

Best bass bait depends

@adam90286

Ай бұрын

Was probably my second best day on pier since I caught a 100cm eel before but that turbot just made me happy at the start of the session I put a big squid on and my reel was running but the fish went under the pier didn’t see it tho, shall I just use mackerel if I’m going for bass or just squid

Would lv to see you using methods that you have never used before

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Thanks mate always interested in this feedback! Will have a think

Hi Matt. Great video ( as usual ) sorry to be a pain mate but, ive been looking for the 'Shrimp Lures' everywhere but can't seem to find them( bought something similar but they don't look as good quality as the WhatsApp pictures. Anyway, hope your well ( hoping to get out june/July) ( knee operation 😢) take care and god bless. 🙏

@SaltwaterAngler

Ай бұрын

I’ll update the vlog with the ones I’ve got next week

@gregpodmore2850

Ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAngler thanks. 👍👍🙏🙏

nice video my friends uncle went fishing friday night and caught a 55cm bass they are showing up fast

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Very nice

Getting serious now started make up some rigs,then decide where to go what abou seaford for plaice sole

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Seaford is a good Spring venue and should be some Plaice in better clearer conditions. Not sure about sole yet but all the flatfish species can be caught from there. Let us know how you get on

Are there times of the year for bigger bass?

@fatfish6839

2 ай бұрын

October November when the big females come inshore to feed up before they go offshore to spawn

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Good question YES October and November mostly but actually May and June can see bigger fish too - My guess is they are feeding up before (Autumn) and after spawning for a few weeks in April and May maybe

Hi Matt, I am a fairly new Lure angler and would love to catch a bass on lure. I live 2hrs from any beach so dont get much chance to beach fish. Can you suggest some good lure spots on the South East coast. Or if your free maybe you could come with me and give me some pointers. Great videos and very informative, Regards Ian.

Although it's tempting to fish the same area I don't think that it's a good idea, unless of course its a known hot-spot with lots of fish. That bass looked great but you didn't tell us its weight so it was hard to tell how big it really was. I can't get used to all those new rules regarding fish size and season etc.. When I did all my sea fishing they didn't exist. Our ideal bass was one of about a foot, (30cm) because they fitted nicely in the frying pan, the larger ones we put back. Times have changed.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Good point! yea its hard to say id say 6lb ( thats also what my expert mate recons) but as i said in the video description saying the weight upsets people. The regulations are linked to breeding ages and 42 cm being the minimum size. Added to that are two fish a day limit now we are in April.

@tonycamplin8607

2 ай бұрын

@@SaltwaterAngler Fair enough. I'm just not used to the modern way of sizing fish. In my sea fishing days there weren't any restrictions at all. Our ideal keeper bass was about a foot, (30cms) long, they fitted nicely on the frying pan. Anything much bigger we put back. Haven't times changed?

nice video try and try again results come to patient fishers . have you seen what they are doing to hastings harbour ,the sand is being replaced with tons of shingle ,anothrer great place being destroyed by mindless councils.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

I 100% agree with you on both points - that shingle will be gone on the first storm too ! Millions spent on so called coastal protection but nature always wins

I was going to the same mark, and catching at least 6 times in a row, I blanked once then moved on to other spots. I'll always go back to the mark, but I like to try other spots.

Understand the mark obsession mate, I have been to marks that got under my skin with good results and unbelievable bites (on squid too) and never replicated the days when it happened. Still get results there just not like the purple patch.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

Yes my friend, thanks you have grasped the idea of the video - I recon if i go back another 5 times without success it will no longer be the Special new mark anymore !

Whats the mark?

@ukgraffitiwalker8846

2 ай бұрын

You'll be lucky!!

@milkyporridge5929

2 ай бұрын

Looks like rottingdean

@gratefulobserver7742

2 ай бұрын

What's the fixation with the secrecy of marks? If you find somewhere good, share the joy! I live in the Midlands so every trip is a long haul to the coast. Would make life that much easier if I had an inkling of where may be successful. It's not like I'd be stealing local's fish every day! Don't have the luxury of living on the coast, unfortunately.

@SaltwaterAngler

2 ай бұрын

O.K - Firstly its not a fixation. This channel provides over 50 videos with hours of footage of mark reports including: parking, catches , what species to expect , previous good catches and even where to cast including google maps to help viewers out with exact locations. The channel was set up initially to help those that live away from the coast find somewhere to fish. I used to love the Sea Angler Mark guides when i lived inland and tried to replicate those in Video form. To educate those that don't live on the coast and the fishing culture -its not about protecting MY marks and its not about finding somewhere good. The exact mark is not shared because it time dependent and commercial netters follow youtube and facebook posts and could easily put a big Gill net across the same rock. Imagine that ...putting something on the internet to share the joy and a commercial angler literally stops any fish being caught there. I respect you all not to do that. Bass are by nature a habitual fish they have patterns and tidal routes they follow. It would show a total disregard for the species and the rod and line Angler. So in may respect i'm trying to help you and have spent many many hours making videos to share marks over the years. The other factor here is that if you watch the whole video you would actually gain some valuable insight in to place names that will help you. I'd also politely say that if you follow my methods and learn from my mistakes you are more likely to catch a good fish than by just looking for a mark. I hope this gives those new to the channel an idea of what i do here Here is a play list of Fishing Marks across the U.K Some of those llyn Peninsular marks are a good option from the midlands. 100s of thousands of views and many weeks worth of my time to produce these videos. kzread.info/head/PLzPQkklnsvxuhKpf9n8AM3LhVaNKE2BLE&si=WSciGhi6aXlK2Qhw

@gratefulobserver7742

2 ай бұрын

My comment was not aimed at you! I follow your channel and have done for ages. It was aimed at one of the responses to your post. Saying "no chance" when someone else asked where the mark was. My comment was to that person, and those the same, who seem to treat marks like trade secrets! I'm sorry if you mistook my remark as intended for you, it was not. I see all the time that you share where you are, which is a great help and thank you. Others should be so generous with their knowledge and time, is all that I meant!

Which Location is this??