Replacement arrived!By the way, I did forget to mention that the original lure did have a decent strike however as most anglers will attest you can get a hit kzread.infoUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 and fish will hang on and release lure. I used the replacement lure yesterday and ran thru a Shimano Waxwing, Kastmaster, Bobber (set to sink). I found the does run deep (I casting on the flats 3.5'). Make sure you adjust your rate of retrieve and rod tip angle (up) to prevent getting snagged on bottom. Used it a couple of times and action was very lifelike (looked like local bait fish for trevally), craftsmanship very good....however eyeball fell out. I asked for replacement and it is on it's way! It was very easy to change out treble to single inline hook.

Those are a game changer , I always thought if Nikko ever makes a bigger hellgrammite it will be deadly.

@adams13f

Жыл бұрын

Agreed the bigger size for large mouth smaller for finesse and pick natural colors there always looking at natural colors to eat.

Love the way that you were able to start with that big Spotted Bass! I've never been in waters where they're at, but I'll bet it's fun! I ended up getting to do a little bit of a different kind of "Fishing" today, and you'll understand, when I tell you that I was able to talk with someone that's not even a Christian, but that allowed me to share of my Faith in God, and what he's done for me! I've never told you this before, but when I was 4 1/2 years old, I was stricken with Rheumatic Fever, and it nearly killed me. Even after the symptoms left, it had damaged my heart, and it left me with a pronounced heart murmur. That was in 1967. However, in late 1974, my Mom, my Brother, and I, had started attending this Church that believes in Divine Healing. The Pastor prayed for me, then told me (As an act of Faith), to run back to the back of the Church, touch the wall, and run back up. I just did what he said...and my healing, while it wasn't instantaneous, was progressive. In 1984, I went to the Clinic to get checked out, and told the Doctor that I had a heart murmur. What he said next, was this:"If you have a heart murmur, I don't hear it"! I knew right then and there, that God had healed me! I praise God for Salvation, for his indwelling Holy Spirit, for Divine Healing, and for ALL he's done for me, and is continuing to do for me!!!

I'd love to see you travel north to Kentucky and maybe do a trout fishing video on the Cumberland river

Just dropping in to say you're the man! I love your videos and your enthusiasm for this sport is infectious! Thanks for putting out the content you do and know that this rando in Oregon gets a lot out of it.

Well, looks like I’m gonna order some of them hellgramites now.

@christianfigueroa1517

Жыл бұрын

Bro I said the same thing I done odered 2 packs 😂

@ericwakeman6665

Жыл бұрын

I just bought some Nikko hellgramites from Amazon for myself this past weekend… now I’m gonna have to get these monsters!!! Can’t wait till spring!!!!!!

The patterns and the colors of that first fish were perfection, the Lord's creation never ceases to amaze me,that fish ,that river,those fields,i only wish my heaven is something like that when my times come,amazing video John....

@adamsmith3996

Жыл бұрын

Amen brother.

I had some niko hellgermites in my tacklebox today but ended up going with the trout magnet most of the day and having a blast catching about 8. Great way to spend the birthday.

Wow, that was a monster! Great catch on the Nikko Hellgrammite! Thanks for sharing!

What a way to break in the new lure. That is what gives me pumped up to go fishing. Creeks are finally up here so should be a good spring. Thanks for the encouragement through your videos. Great footage from the drone too. Got it all going on. John! God bless

Awesome catches John! That first one was an absolute stud. Will be ordering a few of the larger size Hellgrammites and will let you know how they do for me. Always enjoy your content and candor sir. Bless you by brother.

I agree, always a good day when I see a new video in my feed.

Glad the winter fishing bug was biting for you. Great start with some tank Spots for sure but the new Nikko baits didn't deter the small ones. Thanks for sharing brother. Blessings John

John , Great Video and Outstanding Information on the new lure . I Greatly Appreciate You Sharing Your Time and Knowledge and Wisdom and advice. Always think outside the box. Not a thing wrong fishing a new lures. God Bless You. Tim L.

The video I've been waiting for. Glad you talked me into grabbing a pack at the Knoxville expo. Got me a new St Croix last night to try out this weekend with the 4.25 hellgramite... Love the video

Every time I see where lure lands I say "damn, good cast" buddy's a sniper with that rod

Another great adventure. Keep doing what your doing and Enjoy!

Love that Hellgrammite action! Have some flies to throw made out of suede for Spring!

I can't wait to throw these in the creeks this spring. Another great video man!

Thanks John. I am planning on entering my first kayak tournament next month so I got some of the hellgramites to try.

Awesome! 🙌🏻 that area is beautiful

Those are some huge bass. Very nice. I love catching Hellgrammites in a sein net. That lure seems to be doing very well.

You ended with my favorite chapter in my favorite book in the Bible - 1Corinthians 15.

Could you do a video explaining some of your preferred hook types and sizes, and why you like them?

Wow. Awesome first outing with the new larger Helgrammite!

John,awesome video,Great fishing.thanks for Sharing.

Those were some really nice bass. I need to pick me up a couple of packs of those to try out when the fish get more active. I'm looking forward to March fishing. I had one of my best creek fishing sessions last year during the first week of March. Caught like 50 rockbass and 10 smallies. I was even catching some on the berkley choppo. Great vid as always John. 👊👍

Great video John! Those sure look like a killer bait for bigger fish! Good luck and show us how they do!

Great video as usual. I totally enjoyed it! The spotted bass was huge!

I don't think there is anything as satisfying as picking/making a new lure, and then it works the first time taking it out.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

It's been good for you this winter. Amazing how if you have to figure out success so you can make content it makes you that much better of a fisherman.

I am so excited to try the new size hellgrammite out.. I have had so much luck on the other.

Heading to the NW Arkansas Ozarks next week loaded with hellgrammites thanks to your efforts & guidance. Thx for all you do. Love the channel and always learn something new.

I love those Nikko jigs they just work!! You should put a power pole on the back of your kayak that would hold you in the current... keep the best fishing videos on KZread coming!!!!

You need a chain drag anchor in a bad way. Take 4 pieces of 12-16” log chain, slide them inside the same size pieces of bicycle inner tube, zip tie the ends but allow for drainage. Hook them onto a big stainless link with a nut. I can usually get a perfect slow drift with 3 sections and can hold solid with all 4. Use 550 cord in a 25’ dog retractable dog leash and a zig zag cleat to make things faster. 😉

That XL Hellgie is the business!! I am throwing it on casting gear and laying the wood on em! The 3/16 oz VMC has a nice 3/0 hook that extends around the midsection so you can pick up those shorter strikes

yeah them dobson fly larva are killer for fishing with, just about everything in the water loves them

Just ordered the bigger version and used the discount code. Thank U!

That is an awesome fish! I don't seem to have much luck with the 3 inch but I guess I just need to stick with it and try the bigger one too

Massive spotted-bass! Great catch John!

Why am I not surprised it was a hellgrammite bait! Every time I watch one of your videos and you don't do well...I'm like, dude, pull out that hellgrammite and throw it!! 😝

Yea man glad to see you trying these larger hellgrammites out. Gonna use your code today ;)

Great video enjoyed as always fish on.

Real nice job on the video I like the overhead river shot I received some nikko lures with your code can’t wait to use the large hellgramite for bass in Indiana

I saw those big lures at the Expo! Awesome video like always

Monster catch. Love it.

I’ll have to get some of those big nasty hellgrammites. I’m going to my favorite creek tomorrow-water temps hovering around 38 here, so it’s probably gonna be a slow bite. Thanks for showing how it’s done👍

Great video, I love seeing you catch those Big Spots!!! I ordered some Nikko Helgramites and I can't wait for ice to get off the ramps to try them out.

@williamgammill1926

Жыл бұрын

Is this daily winner for real?

TOAD!! Congratulations John.

That bigger hellgrammite would be perfect on a EWG darter head Ned rig set-up

17.5 inches was the size of my pb spotted bass 👀! Caught on a Shad imitating flat sided square bill crank bait, that I found on the bank 👀!

@CreekFishingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

thats agood spotted bass

Those look great. Nice video and great fishing.

I might order some of those larger Nikko hellgrammites. I've had great success catching loads of spotted and largemouths with the standard ones. I already have a Texas rig setup for my medium action rod and reel. 1/8 oz. bullet weight, and a 3/0 EWG hook. Should be perfect for these larger hellgrammites.

What a way to break in a new lure. Beautiful first fish. I see that lure as a game changer when your tournaments start back up. I really think this year, you are going to knock it out of the ball park.

That's a dream Spot, nice catch!

Beautiful fish, love your videos

I picked some up at the fishing show in Knoxville can't wait to try them out

Daaannnnnnggg! Beautiful spotted bass. Wish I had those up here in northern Idaho

Awesome video man spot was a beast

Another good video John! I have had good success with the original hellgrammite set up you showed me and excited about this new one. Just bought a couple pkgs using your code. Thanks!

@CreekFishingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

GREAT JOB U R SO BLESSED

Always enjoy your video and. Love bible quotes at the end. Please keep up the great work . Have an enjoyable week.

John, wow talk about a confidence builder, great 1st catch...I ordered a couple packs. can't wait to get out there

@ricardo1772

Жыл бұрын

John, is this giveaway legit ? So many things to be wary of these days...love your channel

I’d probably use a longer shank 1/0 worm hook with a longer bait like that. Glad to see you posting in February!

I can’t wait for it warm up

Very huge bass man. God bless you and your whole fsmily....🙏❤🙏❤🙏😊🙂😀

Personally I like shorter rods for fishing like you were. Getting into those hard-to-reach places with big rods is quite difficult cuz you end up getting caught on stuff.

Well I have like 10 packs of 3” nikko hellgrammites thanks to you and they are super successful up here in ohio. Looks like I’m going to try those 4.25” ones out too!

Your videos are always great.

I wade a lot of water ways with a lot of overhang. Quickly disabused me of the standard 7’3 med/heavy bass rod. I use a 6’ medium fast with a BFS or a 6’ light with spinning reel. I don’t care what anyone says, more maneuverability and ease of use is more time fishing and having fun and can still handle large bass

@CreekFishingAdventures

23 күн бұрын

thats right, finding what works best for your situation is important

Nice day on the water!!

You should look into the Owner 1/0 Weedless nedheads. They are the perfect size for a 4-5" bottom contact bait and the wire is a little thinner than the heavy duty zman hooks but not flimsy. Great video as always!

@CreekFishingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

I can't do a lot of fishing due to circumstances. When I watch your channel I remember how fun fishing is, Thanks a lot John. More than you think.

@SamFugarino

Жыл бұрын

Ain't Tennessee beautiful!

@CreekFishingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

it is

@Aqua_Holic_Fishing

Жыл бұрын

LOVE THIS!!

I feel like the bass pro tungsten offset jig heads would work better for you. I have switched from the zman bullet to those and I think my hook up ratio is close to 90%

THE" MONSTERMITE",....can't wait till I can fish em! Lol!!

Nothing like a new video from you bro

I love hearing all the birds singing makes it sound like spring

Hellgrammites are my #1 go to for smallies

Great video, I'm glad that you're getting out & fishing for the winter, I think the biggest thing about fishing in the winter is more about us than the fish, yes there are fewer but the ones that are out will bite real good, great catches, do you think the Nikko hellagramite is a good bait for the TN River? on that 4.5 size you may need a bigger hook or wider gap it being so much wider, was that the consuaga river!🎣

Beautiful first fish...gotta wonder if it's the Alabama strain. The second big Spot looks more like a Kentucky. Awesome video footage, stay safe and have a Blessed Day!!!

Nive man! My pb spot is only 2lbs! Im checking out a new spot tommorrow! big hole in a small creek. hopefulley theres slfish in there

Beast Spot!!!

I actually like the pond hopping 👍👍👍

I’ve never caught a spotted bass I gotta head south! John you ever tried hellgramites on a drop shot? I like em with pencil lead and a short leader so you can walk em right over and around rocks and not get hung up like I do with regular jig heads.

That's a very beautiful place.

Your B-roll footage looks like Heaven😇

Zman makes a giant Ned rig that I use on the big trd that will do good on that Nikko

I get excited every time I go.

Saw your Instagram post with the Nikko helgramites. Just what I was looking for. Ordered them yesterday.

I'm fishing for trout in eastern PA and know guys that catch hellgrammites at the creek under rocks and hammer trout with them.

Interesting concept in a tried and true lure. Please keep experimenting with the "best case hook" for this large hellie', then let us know ! Great footage for this video. Loved everything about it, especially the message at the end. Gotta go get me some of those 'hellies'. Please always be safe. Randy B.

John my wife got me 5,8,and 10 inch! for Christmas I can't wait to get them in the water

Fish just KNOW the hellgramite is a food source. The wild thing is they go up on the bank in winter.

Just bought 2 packs with the discount Creek10!!

Awesome spots!!!!!!

@Economics-rn3ef

Жыл бұрын

Is this real?

that's good stuff

I think she's all Spot. I'll definitely be getting some of these new hellgrammites.

That would be great on the Flint river below lake blackshear for shoal bass.

@CreekFishingAdventures

Жыл бұрын

yes i think so

Always set the hook over your left shoulder, if you are right handed.