Tips & Tricks for Spearfishing from around the world.

Being in lockdown had me reminiscing about days gone by and when I started spearfishing. I thought about what I wish someone told me when I first started. I threw this question out to a bunch of spearfishers around the world and also asked what their advice would be for a new diver. This is an absolute doozy, I learnt so much from just making this video and I'm sure you will too. What an amazing global spearfishing community we are all part of.

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Ryan Myers

Adam Stern

Dimos Adamis

Jack Strickland

Rob Allen

Tim McDonald

Joe Pike

Simon Trippe

Justin Lee

Harry Lindley

Matti Pyykkö

Jessie Cripps & Michael Takach

[briandonnell]

As a 60 + year old spearfisher a have been diving for 50 years I would say slow down, not in the water but in life. A day on the water is a gift even if it's blowing or dirty take a minute and give thanks. And remember the ocean is not your supermarket be respectful and do not take more than you need.

[nyrchamps]

You are so underrated, you are better than most youtubers that have 1mil

[markumbers]

Lots of good advice. I am 66 and was a competition spear fisher 51 years ago. .My advice is 1) Go on days that are nice weather. Don't get desperate and get in a marginally dangerous sea. If it looks a bit dodgy don't go. At best it will be unpleasant. For me spearfishing should always be an experience of beauty, wonder and excitement. On rough days do apnoea training in the pool so you are ready when the sea is nice. 2) I wish free diving courses were available 50 years ago. I did a level 2 course in 2020. It taught me a lot about my personal physiology, why relaxing is so important, why hyperventilating is bad and how to rescue a blacked out buddy. I highly recommend a level 2 course for anyone starting out.

[donaldoutdoors]

This was out 4 years ago but wow, how relevant it is still today... and way into the future. Thank you all for doing this! I'm taking my written classes now and getting into the water in the spring (Jan '25 here now).

[dw]

Matti is another level, I imagine him going to an all night rave after making this video and I won't have anyone tell me different, legend.
Great vid

[ibrahimbm]

Wow...what a humble feeling to see so many master spearos n legends selflessly sharing their tips about spearfishing. Thank you very much Mr Daniel. 🤗

[gunhoadventures]

Matti is next level...” I forced my kids”....😂😂😂😂

[BacktoBasics]

Amazing how everyone’s advice is all so different but so helpful! Thanks for having me on mate. Cheers, Strick

[VanIsleOutdoors]

I've been spearfishing for more than 20 years and here is my tip for beginners: Invest in a good float/buoy. There are multiple benefits to having this piece of gear. it allows you to ditch your gun if a big fish runs into a hole or off into the deep, or you can rig your spear break-away style if you're expecting big fish. Beyond that, it provides a place to hang your bag or stringer which puts some distance between you and any sharks or other toothy critters, rather than having fish hanging off your belt. A pretty alarming run-in with a very angry moray trying to get a fish that was on my belt is actually what got me to buy my first float.... Probably most importantly, having a nice big float with a flag on it will make it much less likely for you to get smoked by a careless boater (they're out there and you know it). It can also be used as a low-tech training tool. If you know the length of your float line is 75ft, for example, you can clip off the line at 50ft to limit your dives to a depth you know you can handle safely, allowing you to incrementally progress your freediving and minimize risk. finally, if you and your dive buddy happen to drift apart for any reason, you'll have a much easier time tracking eachother down in the chop. If you're not using a dive float yet, you definitely should.
Cheers from BC.

[chrisbarraza]

Simon Tripp a champion, he sold me my first kit. Made sure I didn't get unnecessary stuff and I've been out there non-stop ever since.

[rudibarkhuizen]

I've never commented on any YouTube video before, but I just can't help myself.

Daniel, this is possibly the most helpful and insightful 19min I've ever watched. This is such a valuable piece of info and I thank you.

I only recently discovered your channel, but I straightaway subscribed. You have a calm and humble way about you - no arrogance, just happy to be alive.
And I applaud that. You give spearfishing a good name and you're an inspiration to spearos everywhere.
Keep 'em coming.

[RyanMyersExpeditions]

Love your videos man you really have been such an epic inspiration for everything I want my channel to be. Stoked to be a small part of one of your videos and will definitely see you somewhere in the world for a dive!

[marjfishingadventures]

I will start divin at sea tomorrow. Tnx sir for this wonderful wisdom

[HarryLindley]

Unreal Mann! Some pearls in there. Thanks for having me on.

[granvillebennett]

That guy from Finland made my day. Great vid compilation Brother . Loved the advice.

[CrayZfull]

19 min of aquatic wisdom. Thanks again Dan

[bigisleboy]

Thanks man!!! Loved being apart of such a cool video!! So many legends in the clip! Thanks for thinking of me, and I can’t wait to cruise sometime!! Stay safe brother...

[islamhamdan]

I know i pick up some of the most change life dive advices,
1- know how to hunt.
2- clear your ears.
3- take it easy and slowly.
4- buy a good gear is something crusual for your dives.
5- observe and pay attention.
6- have fun.
7- have fun.
Thanks to you all 💙

[ozzievanstraten]

Rob Allen... What a legend here in South Africa, super awesome gear 👌👍. Nice video!

[hawaiidogoadventures]

Decades of knowledge in a short vid. Amazing. Thank you Legends.