First time fishing Contra Loma Reservoir. This video highlights a 2 day trip there with some very interesting conditions.
FULL HUDDLESTON SETUP
Huddleston 68 Weedless – http://bit.ly/306KmbD
Rod (7’6’’ H) – http://bit.ly/3byolI4
Reel (8.5:1) – https://FishUSA.rv5k.net/9ZQ4Y
Line (20#) – https://bit.ly/3sqb6zP
FULL JIG SETUP
Jig (1/2 oz Craw Daddy) – http://bit.ly/3soZ7Ti
Jig Trailer (Prp Emrld Cin Brn Prp Blu Lami) – http://bit.ly/3uyKXkg
Rod (7’6’’ MH) – http://bit.ly/3byolI4
Reel (8.5:1) – https://bit.ly/3kDJdSm
Line (15#) – https://bit.ly/3sqb6zP
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Dip/Dye (methiolate) – http://bit.ly/383FSqv
FULL SENKO SETUP
The General Worm – https://bit.ly/3uwbi2v
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Reel – http://bit.ly/2MFqolh
Main Line (15#) – http://bit.ly/30izSGp
Leader Line (10#) – https://bit.ly/3sqb6zP
O ring – http://bit.ly/386tbLH
Hook (size 2) – http://bit.ly/3e0QlXx
Scent – http://bit.ly/3rdIvO0
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THE KAYAK – http://bit.ly/GregBlanchardsTitan
FISHING CLOTHING (COOLER WEATHER 40-60 degree air temps)
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KAYAK MODS/ADD ONS
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Net – https://amzn.to/2MVkp6q
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Paddle (230 cm) – http://amzn.to/2ksMqDy
Motor (403 ac) – http://bit.ly/3uyMHdi
ELECTRONICS
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Fish Finder Battery (40ah) – https://amzn.to/2XMIxQW
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COOL FISHING GEAR
Stainless steel Pliers (ZERO rust) – https://amzn.to/2K5o8i1
Rod Carrier “Mule” – https://amzn.to/2OluMku
Bait/Lure Holders – https://amzn.to/2MDSVEb
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I literally grew up on this lake from like 3 to 15ish years old. It was the first place my mom ever let me and my friends just run around at unsupervised…. Although it was the 90s and a lot safer back then. We used to chase around stripers, bass, bluegills and girls. A lot of good memories from this place. We used to fish the annual fishing derby, and I remember when the swimming area was actually in the lake. Literally flooded with memories. Thank you.
I noticed you are throwing the Depps 250 on some normal gear. Cool! I really dont want to buy another rod.
The fish stay so close to the rocks bcuz there are tons of crayfish in those rocks… LOL
The fish there are picky and a little skiddish… If they see a bait moving too fast toward them they will just swim away sometimes…
I've seen them swim nose down and nose to nose with my bait for a full 5 minutes while I try to entice them with action…
That little lake is so pressurized that it just makes for a really tough bite… But there are some BIG ones in there tho…
Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhh… man dont tell folks about my honey hole… I finally got the 2022 skunk off me with two 6 pounders in back to back days…
Nice catch.hey bro how much was your kayak
When you've been grinding for over 120 minutes (or longer) even a modest fish on the line feels like a major victory! (grin)
How can you not like this guy. Greg I have been loving the channel, to me its the best fishing channel on YT hands down. Keep it up brother from one northern California resident to another thank you for your contribution's
Hey, from Utah. Reserviors with all lot of draw down. Drop shot, neko rig, Wacky rig and jerkbaits hard/soft are main lures.
Neko rig
Wacky rig
Next time come fish Sam Rayburn you can go to a clear water lake called Kurth lake just up off the north end of lake and do your drop shot fishing and lots hydrilla fishing
The trout could be targeting midges on the rocks. Once in a while i will stomach pump one to see what they are eating. I would share a pic but dont know how through this.
Hi, new subscriber here, also a nearby native of Contra loma. Awesome vid. So I have the same propel kayak, im hesitant to buy the same wheel cart. They have always seemed visually unstable. Have you taken them on the beach or other terrain? Ill check you other videos you have to see if you posted them. Also curious of the motor set-up. Whats the model?
7:10 classic Greg “So happy, yet so sad at the same time.”
dang i live close that reservoir and still trying catch my first fish 🙁
That thumbnail is beautiful
Dude badass video…. I’m just started freshwater fishing for bass…. I do mostly saltwater…. but thanks for your bass tips 🤙🏾🤙🏾
What reel is on your big swimbait rod?
Congrats on the Hud fish! I watched a few of your vids today, and I'm impressed with the technical quality…even though I know nothing about that stuff. Let's just say that your vids are very easy to watch.
You say they don't bite when you are over them. I presume chumming is not allowed in tournaments so you want to stay disciplined. But I think you should try chumming when you are practicing Feeding frenzy.
POWER!
Or minnows
What kind of knot did you use for your jig?
I love 5 minutes from this place love how it’s so close buuuuuuut are they even fish in there lol
Finally bro!! That’s so awesome
Congrats on the first official Hud bass 👏👏
Greg its call Folsom Lake….. 🤥
Now its gonna be horrible like Rancho Seco soon….
Man. Damian wasn’t lying when he said you both had the same setup lol
Great video!!!!
You have brought a lot of attention to this small lake two days after your vid there where 10 to 12 kayaks in the lake every day plz keep the lake name on low 👍
What kind of knot did you use to tie on your trout glide bait?
Just got my first bait caster I got a left lews combo wish me luck it’s all frozen so I won’t be able to use it until spring
Are you related to a Ray Blanchard?
There are some big stripers in contra Loma and huge trout there and huge bass and catfish such a good fishing spot
What were the water temps Greg? Great video and happy new year brother!
Greg – Do you ever fish a blade bait in the winter? I am in Indiana, and it has been the only consistent thing for me lately.
Hi! what model of Irod Genesis II are you using? 😀
Persistence pays off, great job. Fun to watch as always.
Can't wait for you to start your tournament season . Love watching them
That trout looked good enough to eat. Should’ve kept it.
Great Vid dude. enjoyed.
And then you did! 19:10
And then you didn't. 🙁 17:23
you used the NET! 🙂 16:30