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Big bass. Solo session. Pitch black conditions.

There’s something special about lure fishing under the cover of darkness — when the tide turns, the wind drops, and the bass come alive.

 

Big bass. Solo session. Pitch black conditions.

Man holding large fish at night outdoors.
Boom! Sam from Beneath The Waves nailed this 70cm slab under the stars!

 

Sam from Beneath The Waves landed this absolute slab of a bass — measuring 70cm — during a recent night session. Caught and released safely, this fish is a perfect example of how experience, timing, and the right gear come together.

🎣 The winning lure?

The YKR Happy Eel in Green Natural. Fished slowly through a known feeding lane, its lifelike action and subtle presence proved irresistible — just natural movement and precision placement.

Person holding large fish, smiling at night
When the YKR Happy Eel does the damage....and you're just as shocked as the bass!

🦺 Fishing Safe at Night

🦺 Safe & Smart Night Fishing

Sam’s catch highlights the importance of safe solo angling in the dark:

•Scout your ground in daylight

•Use a reliable headlamp (and carry a backup)

•Wear reflective or hi-vis gear

•Let someone know your plan

📏 The fish was quickly measured, photographed, and returned strong — just how we like it.

YKR Happy Eels Back in Stock!

Inspired? You should be. We’ve just had a massive restock of the full YKR Happy Eel range — including the deadly Green Natural.

Shoutout to Sam for the epic session and the perfect release. Check out more of his adventures over at Beneath The Waves.

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