No one explains it as clearly and efficiently as Nat

I’m starting fishing again for the first time in over a decade. I’m relearning things and your channel has been a big help. Thank you!!

Its so nice to find a channel that doesnt pad out a video to explain something that takes under 5 minutes. Love the channel

Thought I was all alone with my Ugly stick.....my fav by far. TY for the vid.

The wealth of knowledge you provide is greatly appreciated. Thank you for all the great content! You definitely have one of the best fishing channels here on KZfaq and I always look forward to your new videos.

Just started to dabble in the fishing world this summer. My research led to ugly sticks being a good beginner rod and I just caught my first Smallie on it..

Thanks for all the tip for us to become better at fishing 🎣😁

you are so great at making content I dont know why you aren't more popular I love these videos!

Hey Nat, I just love all of my St Croix rods, I have 21 of them between my Musky Trolling and Casting rods to my Bass rods. I have Mojo, Premier, Triumph, (both Bass and Musky), Legend Tournament, Victory, Avid and Panfish series rods. They really are the "best rods on earth" in my opinion anyway. They can be a bit costly, however they make up for it in functionality. I caught a 4lb Smallie, and a 6lb Catfish on my 5'6" Light/Fast Panfish rod, it was bent over so far with both of those fish, I thought it was going to break!! It held up just fine though. It was amazing! Thanks for putting out quality informative videos. Keep up the good work, Tight Lines!!

love the videos, i've shared them often with friends who are interested in getting started. Thank you!

Nat, uour tips are so clearly explained and factual thank you 😃 you have earned another subscriber

I loved it! It was so fast and simple at the end I sed ' wow that was actually amazing ' ! You are the best at what you do. :)

i always recommend ML or Medium set for beginners, i own a fishing tackle shop

Me, my brother, and sister have recently gotten really into fishing and this series has been invaluable to us. Thank you so much!

Excellent video. I like how thorough and direct each part is explained. I was looking at the ugly stik gx2 vs ugly stik gx2 elite. I'll check out the carbon one too now.

Exactly what I was searching for in a video, appreciate it!

I finally got my hands on a Poison Ultima. It is the most amazing rod I have ever owned. Super sensitive and lightweight.

Thank you I was having trouble finding the right rod for me this was very helpful👍

Great video. I’m getting back into fishing and will taking my daughter along with me.

thanks for the info, coming from a new fisherman in so cal might not mean much but this helped me alot.

I have about 10 rods. Some real heavy because I do salt water. But I also have some real high-end rods for walleye jigging. I have learned that any rod stuck in a rod holder does not need to be sensitive, so one can go cheaper on those. I like to buy blanks and make my own. Its a real fun hobby.

Nice video! Appreciate you sharing some great information. Enjoyed the video! Keep up the good work my friend. And as always, #FishingwithNat rocks!!!

Funny how this was uploaded just recently. I've been looking for a new spinning rod these past few days. Thanks!

Thanks for posting

My favourite rod brand is konger have been loyal to it since i was 9 and currently have a extendaple fishing pole (line at the end of the pole) and a telescopic rod

Would love to see this same kind of guide on reels

2:50 -- Supposedly you can rub a bit of candle wax on the male end of a two piece rod before putting it into the female end. I heard that this trick increases friction and helps the pieces stay together but I've never tried it.

Wonderfully done video. Only thing I also tell people is price.. why buy an ok rod for $60 just to find out in a year you want to upgrade that rod to one that costs #120- hard part is will seldom use the $60 and now that $120 actually is $180 as learning to get to it cost you a bit more. $60 is fine but if can streech a bit more to get closer to a $90 do it. Hope didn't ramble to much but most good tackle shops would almost agree, get better stuff for long run.

Thanks good info

Thanks alot 👍🏻

I discovered all this after buying 5 different rods over the last year, atleast I have a rod for different things now😊 😊😊😊

It's funny I was going to ask opinion on ugly sticks and that got answered lol. I bought mine so I wouldn't worry about snapping a rod and its been worth it I just now wonder on if it's stiff enough for good hook sets and sensitive enough when I do to detect

Just picked up a 2pc Okuma ultralight. Hoping it works out ok for Crappie fishing.

Could you make a video on bait casters, if you have one haven’t found it yet, great videos from IN

Nice Video

Could you make a video going over different types of jigs? Flipping jigs, football jigs, etc

Hi Nat! I wanna get a Carbon medium Ugly Stik for a kayak. Hoping for a “catch all” rod for the kayak. I saw in one of your other videos a model number USCBSP662M- is this the one to get?? I’m getting back into fishing as an adult. I did a lot of fishing when I was little, so relatively inexperienced.

Nice, short introductory video.

0:54 I've read in a few places that "action" refers really to the comparative speed at which a bent rod will return to a neutral position and is approximated by the taper. Could you please comment on that? It sounds a little suspect to me mainly because it wouldn't really have relevance outside of casting the bait and hook out. On the other hand, if it didn't mean anything else, then power and action would be redundant terms and heavier rods would have faster action and lighter rods would have slower action. Great videos as always! Wish more people would see that as well.

Thank you

Hey Nat, I am looking for Rod and Spinning Reel for Catfish and Carp; 20 lb max is good enough for me; could you suggest a matching Rod - Reel for me? Would one combo would handle both species in a reasonable manner or need separate combo? I am a fan of Ugly Stick rod.

Does Nat ever miss? Every video is a banger

What a great video! I have a question. I want to be able to fish the lakes close to home and catch Catfish, freshwater Redfish, Crappie, Bass, and Bluegill, but I also want to be able to go down to the coast and catch saltwater Reds, Black Drum, and other larger ocean fish. Should I buy two separate rods and reels for this, or is it possible to do it all with one?

Great video as always! I've got a question. I want to try drop shot and ned rig fishing for perch (preferably medium and large sized) and zander (bigger cousin of walleye), so i ordered two Savage gear rods. Both are SG4 "drop shot specialist", they've got very sensitive front sections and both are fast action rods. Blanks differ only on power and casting weight, first is light with CW of 5-18g and its 7'8" (2.34 m). Second rod is medium power CW of 8-28g and the length is 8' (2.43m). I want to return one of the rods because they are so similar, but I've got a problem with choosing one. I've planned to mostly fish in my local smaller sized rivers (10 to 3 feet deep and 33 to 9 feet wide) and lakes. Zander is more prevalent in bigger rivers here so if I want to increase probability to catch it I would need to make a trip to the closest big river (35 miles away). I've always really wanted to try drop shot and ned rig was afterthought after watching SG videos about perch fishing with it. I really liked the idea and after few conversations with my fiancée I ordered second rod to compare irl. In my mind heavier power rod with bigger drop shot or ned rig weights will do better in faster current, but lighter one will be more sensitive. Medium rod can also help with zanders and occasional pike. I don't know in which direction should i go, light power rod with lighter line and sinkers for more fineness (with ned rig mostly in mind), or medium with bigger weights and stronger line for fishing in deeper water with faster current. Should I stick with lighter rod for better feel of the lure and maybe purchase heavier rod in the future specifically aimed for zander bottom fishing techniques in the bigger rivers? Is a medium power rod with that CW even suitable for ned rig? If you could help me choose better rod for ned rig and drop shot I would be very thankful.

I’m barely getting into fishing like brand new to it what are some recommendations? Anything fishing tips help

which rod and reel could you recomended please ? I am beginner for pier crabbing and I am looking for heavy rod and power reel to handle snare and crabs weight . Thanks

I love ugly stick it’s my go to rod for catching big game fish.

Thank you, this was wonderful. I use my Northern Ontario's Granddad's fiberglass fishing rod that dates from the late 50's. I actually prefer it to the modern carbon ones for casting. Then again, I use a Mitchell 300 for my reel - guess I'm in the vintage end of the fishing game... Do you have any recommendations for line weight for a fiberglass rod? Mine was unfortunately manufactured without a recommendation for a weight-range on the line. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

ive been using 6ft rod, but i am deciding to switch to 7ft for longer casting? is it worth the switch if i am always freshwater lake shore fishing?

I have a Okuma Cerros CER-S-563ML, which specifies the following: - 1.68m - Medium light - Nylon 6-14lb - Lure 1/4oz (7g) - 3/4oz (20g) Does this mean that I HAVE to use lines with strenghts between 6 and 14 lbs, otherwise I would be "straining " the rod? For example, if a 20lb line is being used with a 6-14lb rod, the rod would break but the line wouldn't? Thank you very much for all the help you've given until now. Cheers from Brasil!

Ty for the video i have 2 questions i have one medium light rod that doesn't say the action on the side of the rod what do i do? Question 2 my other rod doesn't say anything on the side of the rod😮 help what do i do if u have any tioplease let me know

Is it ok to spool higher line exceeding the rod line specs

What is ideal length and kinds of Rod for type of fishing big or small Fish in bout or beach?

Hey Nat, I just saw a 20ft+ long rod in Walmart and i was curious as to why or when someone might want this?

Can you make a video on how to fish without a bobber for the first time?

I just got a Sensilite by Shimano and i would recommend that to anyone for fun fishing :D

How abouts a videos that explains what reels too marry what rods.?! 🤓

Can you make a topwater lures ? That will be great😀

Hi, i am totally new to this hobby and consider buying my first fishing gear. I usually do salt water fishing. Can you recommend me some combo that is around $100 to $200 that i can cast and bait. I am interested in shimano sienna 4000 reel. Is it a good reel?

What type rod should I use fishing from the bank on a lake?

Looking to get two rods, one 50-75$ and one 100-125$. Any suggestions. I mainly fish saltwater and I want to be able to fish with bait and lures. Want to be able to hold atleast 20-80lb braid.

Hey, what about telescopic rods?

Mine was the pin battle four

Dobyn fury series, powerful and fragile

Heey am from india i dont know anything about fishing rods, i have done fishing many times but from a bamboo stick, fishing lines and hooks attached to it, from a long time a i was thinking to buy a fishing rod, can you please help me to get a fishing rod for my needs, i actually want a rod that can catch any fish from 500 grams to 10-20 kg, plz suggest me a good fishing rod that i can buy. Thank you

Is there a big difference between a heavy and medium heavy rod?

Никто не объясняет это так ясно и эффективно, как Нат

Easy 8 to 15 7ft one piece. Had Abu for 10years best fish 1.4m barra gp custom 8 foot one piece again xx6 raider 5 to 10kg had it 14 years best fish reef 19kg red and 33 kg cobia on reef jig can also use it for estuary anything bait or soft plastics that's sublayer 30 ton hd graphite for ya both rods do go over limit kill a fish in seconds.And the parabolic are of the chart that's the key.

I have i 12ft 3.75

3:48 -- I agree that Ugly Stik rods are excellent rods for the money, however Ugly Stik rod & reel combos are a terrible value. The little Shakespeare spinning reels that come on those Ugly Stik GX2 rod/reel combos are garbage and should be avoided entirely or replaced immediately.

Ugly stik 🔥💪🏾

After watching this I went out and grabbed a carbon lol

every broken rod can be fixed, no need to waste money for new one. I have rod that broke in 6 sections, still lives and still catches

I’ll explain what United is doing. I flew from Charleston to Ohare on August 4 2023. I was charged 35 for my pole case. On my return flight on August 13 2023 they charged me 235!!!!!!!! W T F?

Nothing but bs to waste money on.

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