Fishing Gear
Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS)
#96 of 741 creators · authority score 87
Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) occupies a commanding position in the Fish Finders entity space, securing an 87.2nd percentile rank (96th out of 741 channels) in the Fishing Gear vertical. With a reach of 6,743,705 and 484 channel keywords dedicated to Fish Finders yielding a 9.5% share, the channel heavily leverages high-demand instructional content like 'Sonar for Dummies' to capture search intent, while leaving dozens of high-demand topics unaddressed across related tackle and gear categories.
We read 43 of this channel's videos in Sports, mapped every keyword they rank for across 2 niches, and compared them to the whole field.
Rivals are beating you on keywords you already rank for
These are searches Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) shows up for — but another channel sits above them, taking the views. Together that's 1.1M views/day.
| Keyword | You | Beaten by | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| fishing hook j | #4 | #1 WhyKnot | 16K |
| fish finder squid | #7 | #1 hao2fish | 13K |
| fish finder new zealand | #6 | #1 Nomadic Kayak Fishing | 11K |
| fish finder klarna | #4 | #1 JunkBondInvestor | 9K |
| do fish finders help catch fish | #4 | #1 boats.com | 8K |
| fish finder mn | #7 | #1 Informative Angling | 6K |
| fish finder for freshwater | #8 | #1 Fishing with Nat | 6K |
| how to use fish finder to catch fish | #4 | #1 boats.com | 6K |
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Where they rank
- #1 · 51
- #2–3 · 151
- #4+ · 400
Top keywords they win
The whitespace
Bar = how much search demand each sub-topic has. The number = how much of it is still untapped.
Video ideas tailored to this channel
High-demand keywords matched to the content this channel already makes.
Unboxing and Testing a Popular Fishing Mystery Box: Is It Worth It?
Engaging tackle review format that appeals to fishing enthusiasts looking for new lures.
Choosing the Right Pound Test: When to Use 50lb Braided Fishing Line
Relates to line selection for heavy-duty freshwater and striper fishing setups.
Essential Fishing Line Knots Every Angler Needs to Know
Essential how-to content that naturally pairs with tackle and rig setup videos.
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The competitive field
Closest rivals by shared keywords, out of 741 creators in Fishing Gear.
| Channel | Shared keywords | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing with Nat | 312 | 30.9M |
| Fish the Moment | 218 | 12.3M |
| Wendell Fishing and Kayak Fishing Uncut | 151 | 0 |
| Sportsman Boats | 126 | 381K |
| Wendell Fishing | 122 | 1.6M |
| Anglers | 116 | 1.7M |
The analysis
Compared to larger competitors in the Fishing Gear vertical such as Salt Strong (reach 69,414,488) and Fishing with Nat (reach 3,090,3437 with 312 shared keywords), Mike Smedley operates as a focused authority rather than a broad lifestyle channel. While broad competitors capture massive aggregate volume, Mike Smedley achieves deep topical dominance in specialized niches, specifically claiming top-three positions for high-intent beginner sonar queries like 'lowrance fish finder for dummies' and 'how to read a fish finder for beginners'.
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Questions
What topics does Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) cover?
Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) focuses on fishing topics such as striper fishing, striped bass fishing, Lowrance and Simrad sonar, and fishing reels.
How popular is Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) in the Fishing Gear vertical?
Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) ranks 96th out of 741 creators in the Fishing Gear niche, placing in the 87.2nd percentile.
Who competes with Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) on YouTube?
Competitors sharing keywords with Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) include channels like Fishing with Nat, Fish the Moment, and Salt Strong.
Does Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) rank in Google search results?
Yes, Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) appears in web search results for terms related to fish finders, such as 'lowrance fish finder for dummies' and 'fish finder not showing arches'.
What are the performance stats for Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS)?
Mike Smedley (OLD SCHOOL STRIPERS) has achieved a reach of 6,743,705 with 43 videos in play and 602 ranked keywords.
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