As expected, awesome! Best conglomerate of spearfishing videos on the internet. Thank you for doing what you do, I've learned a lot from watching ALL of your videos. I'm just a beginner in spearfishing and like most, I'm addicted. You're the man!
Thanks Monty! That area is truly amazing, def my favorite! You're right, that really was a bruiser of a Hog, hope to run into him again someday! I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
I appreciate you az well sir. Your dive videos make it just little better being freaking landlocked because of this covid crap. Certainly killed the better part of my dive season.
After 50 some odd years of spearfishing here on the left coast I was under the impression that ALL GW encounters are intense... some more than others. Bunch of big fish at 282’. I can’t seem to get enough of this stuff. Thanks!
TAOW, lol, yeah that they are, I did have one just swim slowly by one time and keep going but it was still "intense" trying to look in all directions at one time after he vanished from view! I'm approaching 50 years of spearfishing myself, where did the years go? Glad you're enjoying the videos! Best, Dan
Loved the deck talk & the good look at those fish! Damn nice fish! You sure don't get much time down at those depths. Thanks for the upload. I enjoyed watching it. Be safe!
Another great video, 282' you got no time to smell the roses. I like the fact when the sharks get to intense, you float um, don't let them make the first move. Stay safe and keep up the great videos
Thanks Bob! Yeah he's def a Toad. I'm going to try and dive that spot again next year, and I'll bet good money, he's right there when I get down there! Best, Dan
Thanks BB, went wanting to try Carbons for years and when one of my Plastics ripped, it seemed like the right time. Jerry at Neptonics is extremely knowledgeable about free diving stuff and def steered me right. Took me a day or two to figure them out but they're pretty amazing. Glad I tryed them out, will help for sure! Glad you're enjoying the videos! Best, Dan
After a long week of driving school buses needed a well deserved relaxing time watching your Sea Hunt Dives. Nice fins! Birthday, anniversary date gift? Stay alert and safe!
RV, heck yeah you deserve it, that's gotta be tough, especially now. Hats off to you! As far as the fins, I've been wanting to try a set of Carbons for years and when I broke one of my trusty old plastics, it seemed like the right time. Thank you for the well wishes, and the same back to you. Best, Dan
great video as usual.... love the addex boat time at the end... just cool to see how others do it co.pared to what we do... i dont see you you guys are rolling into 280 with a HUK shirt and shorts.... i freeze my balls off anything past 120ft lol... thats with a 3mm neoprene. 200 is my max ( no trimix cert) and its down rite miserable on me sometimes.
Hey Jason, I'm liking the deck footage as well. I hate wearing wetsuits and will gladly put up with a few minutes of colder bottom water to avoid them. It was pretty hot last trip and it actually felt awesome down there! I appreciate you watching and your comments, Best, Dan
Greetings from West Texas Dan! Glad to see you r posting again! This channel is my drug of choice and I just got my fix this morning! Great vid. Keep them coming. Stay safe!
Thanks Brandon, I love that spot, haven't been there in almost 6 years, wanna dive it again before I get too old...lol......glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
RL, that would be a tough figure to come up with. It can vary 1000% between trips, depending on depth, species targeted, area we're diving, etc.....I like to do between 4-6 dives a day, could be less if we're real deep and could be slightly more if it's shallow. Lots and lots of factors. Best, Dan
Thanks DSJ, glad that you like them! Probably a Giant Hammer that knocked me around for a few minutes, had to keep punching him with an empty gun. He was pretty serious about the whole thing and kept it up for several minutes. I climbed the outdrive and threw myself over the transom and landed on my back on my tank, never felt it. (well, I felt it the next day). Best, Dan
Hey John, I fill all my own tanks so I'm not current on dive shop prices. That being said, to fill a 120CF tank to a 32%mix compared to air, the extra O2 would add about $2 to the fill. That's just the direct cost of the extra O2 and not a lot of indirect expenses. Helium is expensive, my cost is about 75 cents per CF right now. So on a 120CF tank with 30% HE, you're looking at $27.00 per tank just for the direct cost of the HE. So maybe a cost to the boat of $35 for a tank. I don't know about air fills at all as I don't dive it. Hope this helps, Best, Dan
Hey Rich, glad you're enjoying the videos. I recently ordered a gopro tripod and am planning on making a few "how to" videos. If they're received well and there's enough interest, I'll make more. The intro and outro idea sounds interesting as well. Best, Dan
Hey TOD, its like a Red Light saying slow down or stop. Basically that you're ascending faster than the computer wants you to. Great question. Best, Dan
Thanks Kevin, I really like them so far. yeah, I thought 15 pounds when I saw it, but my buddy Kenny was up above me and had a better perspective and said def in the 20's. I might have stayed and speared him if Kenny was right. lol. Pretty cool just to see him! Best, Dan
Dan it’s been about 12 or 15 years ago, didn’t you post a huge Warsaw grouper on spearboard? Something over 400lbs or at near the 400’ mark? Not sure if you had video from that dive but would you put a video collage together on it? You should talk about the way you dive, gear, training and mind set/ focus how you do this diving as deep as your team does. Love this vids!!!
DZM, yes, it was back in 2005. Fish weighed a little more than 400 LBS and was speared on a WW2 wreck in 425'. Amazing dive and adventure. Thanks for the suggestion and ideas! Glad you like the video! That's an awesome area for sure! Best, Dan
LW, well, about the time I think I've got it figured out, it turns out to be 180 degrees off from what I expected. lol. Your area can be challenging for visibility, years ago, we had a couple of trips get canceled because of bad visibility in 60-80 feet out there. If you can't get a very recent report from a trusted friend, then "if you wanna know, you gotta go" is the only way. Glad you like the videos! Best, Dan
Dan MacMahon , Thanks for the quick reply! I am fairly new to spearing, but I have dove on and off for 15yrs, made it official 2yrs ago and have been going out more and more. I hope to get enough education to go to the places you do. And I thought I may have been judging it wrong on the vis but sounds like it’s not always as it should be. And from your videos I can tell experience is everything. Might see you out there one day, Stay Safe and Happy Hunting. :)
Hey DB, heck yeah! That's some great bottom you've got up there! A couple of my buddies get up there a few times every Summer. Let me know if you need any advice or anything. Good luck with your spearing! Best, Dan
Dan was wondering if you ever had any problems with G W s or Tigers and how you handled those situations. I have been amazed at your awareness of what's going on by the types of fish that appear. You also stay calm or so it seems and just do what s necessary. Do you have video of the GW encounter? That was another great dive. Thanks for sharing.
@@danmacmahon3973 that would be great! i'm always interested in new ways of doing things. also what kind of fuel line do you use on your PHs? my neighbor machined some beautiful ones. now i need to source the right fuel line.
We put in next to you last Saturday for the spo, we found a pretty cool wreck that has an interesting anchor on it. I got in touch with MB about it....
Hey Team S, I saw a big CC pull in right as we were headed for the bridge. That new wreck sounds interesting, Mikes a good friend, did you send him a pic of the anchor? Best to you guys, Dan
Dan MacMahon yeah that was us. We didn’t get a pic of it as we were shooting for the spo, shoot me an email and I’ll talk to you about it. Jmracing25@aol.com
KTG, I dive HP 120's as a main. You need to know your SAC (surface air consumption )rate. Say for example it's .5 CF at the surface, at 33 feet, it would be 1.0 CF, at 99 feet, It'd be 2.0 CF, at 231 feet, It'd be 4.0 CF , etc., the deeper you go the more mix you burn and the less time your tank will last. I can't stress enough that this type of advanced range diving requires training. They will teach you what you must know to take on this type of activity! Best, Dan
As always awesome video Dan, I enjoy it as I miss diving so much... What regs do you use at this depth dude? I hear they are tuned really nicely, they don't sound like Poseidons though! All the best to you, I wish you safe ascents always, regards Dimitris
Hey Dimitris, we only use Zeagle regulators. Zeagle makes great stuff and I never saw a reason to change to something else....Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comments. All the best to you as well. Dan
Thanks Paul! It really is a special spot! I think most of the tech training agencies would recommend a working PO2 of 1.2-1.3 on a dive like that. Thanks for watching! Best, Dan
That was a cool dive, like they all are. I know you have to go where the money is, but if you drop in shallow PLEASE record it. We all love watching lots of bottom time. You'll get that hog next time!
Hey Mike, I think it's just spending more time in the water and gaining experience. If I'm in shallow water, and there's any uncertainty about whether the fish is legal, I pass on it. As far as I'D., even similar looking species have differences, swimming patterns, subtle physical differences, reactions to a diver, etc....with time, you'll learn to easily judge size and species. Best, Dan
Hey Captain Tom, it was around 74 on the bottom. Felt like natures AC compared to being on the boat. I saw one Bull the entire trip on a wreck in 240' , pretty nice after the multitudes of them in the shallower stuff this time of year! Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan
Hey Austin, I bought a solid block of 2" thick rubber usually used as a bumper pad for semi's backing into a loading ramp. Cut a chunk out, about 2x3" and then simply drilled two, 7/8" holes into it to hold the PH's. You would of course drill the holes to match whatever the OD of your PH is. Drilled a 3/16 hole in both PH holes for water drainage and mounted with a couple of screws. You might have to lightly sand them a little. Also, remember to test fit everything "wet" , not dry. Need any more help, just yell. Best, Dan
awesome! it seems to me like you hold your breath a little then breath out? am i wrong lol, still new to diving and want to get into spear fishing here in Florida
Hey Johnny, the training agencies teach regular breathing in and out, so that's what I'd go with. You'll love spear fishing, after almost 50 years I still can't wait to go. If you need any advice on anything, just reach out. Best to you, Dan
Dan MacMahon thanks dan! Yeah I’ve only done pole spear with lionfish. My brother is working on building us two custom spearguns with some zebra wood and Purple Heart. I just got my open water and Nitrox. I wish i could get in the water everyday lol. But would love to spear something here in Florida right off the gulf coast.
Hey MB, thanks. Just squeaked this one in, looks like we've got 2 tropical storms/Hurricanes coming into the Gulf in a few days! Glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Scott, it's an old 1990's model made by Zeagle. Pretty much an antique! I just use it for a bottom timer in depths over 212' (it only reads to 212'). I usually also wear a Seaquest Solution as it reads to 325' or a Scubapro bottom timer when diving really deep stuff. I know of course that there's lots of advanced stuff out there, but I'm good until I retire with what I'm doing! Best, Dan
Another great video Dan. Now you got me curious to about the great white encounter story. I have an equipment question. I know you use the OnBoard Bandit system for your bands. Once you make the band, how do you fit it through the band hole in the muzzle? It looks like the profile of the cable tie would prevent that. Unless, you make the band while it's on the muzzle.?. Thank you in advance for your reply. BTW, I'm jonesing for a new video...weather permitting of course. :)
Hey Henry, my muzzle came with narrow slots cut into the band holes to allow a band to be stretched and pulled/popped into the muzzle. If your muzzle doesn't have those slots, I'd either cut it and make it that way, but if impracticable or unwanted, then I'd simply make them on the gun. We're def ready to go as soon as the weather breaks, those 2 late season Hurricanes and now these strong cold fronts have really made it tough to be offshore lately. I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
Hey dan.. when ever you are descending u take deep long breathes. I thought it was supposed to be regular breathing and no breath holding. Please elaborate thanks.
BP, I'd def go with however your instructor/training school taught you. Safety should always be the main focus. "Breath Holding" is generally considered a def no/no on Scuba, due to risking an Embolism during ascent and increased CO2 retention during the dive. (I'm sure as a certified diver you know this). My regular breathing cycle is probably longer than most, due to experience and comfort in the water. I might extend taking a breath for a second or two occasionally, to avoid spooking a fish I'm stalking, but that's about it. Regular breathing in and out is def the way to go. Best, Dan
Yes that’s how I was taught. I was just curious cause seemed like your breathing was longer. I was also told u can hold your breath at a depth as long as you aren’t ascending or descending. Thanks dan. Awesome response
Hey Juan, it's not the ball size that might sink it but the solid skull on my head that's the problem, lol. Thanks brother, I appreciate your comments and glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Dan, are you having more shark problems in recent years? I'm in the big bend area and they've gotten horrible. I've seen more tigers this year than the rest of my life combined. Not cool for the
BC, unfortunately yes. The Bulls are out of control out here in the shallower stuff, all the way out to the middle grounds. The sandbars are thick everywhere in those same areas. Lots of reasons, the government mandated shut down of the commercial Shark fishery, the huge blow back if a recreational diver or fisherman kills a shark, no recreational shark fishing tournaments, climate change (warmer waters), the huge increase of Red Snapper in our areas, etc. etc.....I realize that Sharks are endangered in many parts of the world but they're out of control out here (as you know). Good luck with those tigers, I'd hit a small spot, shoot a fish or two and plane off and run and repeat. Try to avoid long dives, especially on large spots and def try and avoid back dives. If you have to back dive, put 2 divers in. One to get the task done and one to ride shotgun. Best to you, Dan
BB, lol, I had the same thought watching the video, visions of deep fried Hog with an ice cold beer were def on my mind! Thanks for the comment! Best, dan
@@danmacmahon3973 you are not fair my friend, OK you killed some fishes with all this equipment, these fishes what chances had?Congratulations OK? R u happy now? It would be more fair and (male) sorry about my english, to shoot them with your own power. Now it is like a video game, no suspens, it's fake no interesting at all
WS, I love them! They're a couple of knots slower than the Yamaha V8 350's but vastly superior at everything else. Got a year on them this month and couldn't be more pleased. If you're in the market or want more info, just let me know, glad to help. Best, Dan
I’m super hooked on your channel Dan, I’m wanting to commercial spearfish myself. I’d obviously have to get Tri mix certified, but do you equalize your ears every ten feet or so? If I don’t my ears begin to hurt unbearably bad...
AG2, man I'm glad you like the videos. I wish you a lot of success in becoming a commercial spear fisher. I try and equalize immediately upon splashing and then as needed. A lot of the time I can just make a swallowing motion and rock my head a little and they clear. It's a small thing, but the consistent ability to easily clear your ears is a huge plus for commercial spearing! Best to you, Dan
Hey Daniel, a very rough estimate would be about 4-5 minutes of deco minimum for every minute of bottom time. That could easily double depending on a lot of factors. That depth is no joke and should never be attempted with proper training and proper gear. Glad you liked the video and I always appreciate your comments. Best, Dan
Dan MacMahon thanks for the info. No worries the deepest I’ve been is 120’ and I didn’t enjoy it. That’s why I know what you do is so difficult but you make it look easy.
Hey Mike, yeah they're still pretty thick that size and bigger in the deeper stuff. We had a few around 100 or a little more the trip before last. I'll video some 100's as soon as I can. Best, Dan
KTG, def take all the training you can get and find a couple of smart capable buddies that have the same itch! Like the song says "chances are you'll go far, if you get in with the right bunch of fellows". Best, Dan
Carson, yes, in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, off Florida's West Coast. I've seen 3 GW's for sure and one more probable. They're not super abundant in the Gulf, but the GW trackers always have a few around, especially during the winter months. Best, Dan
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
MP, sure, Why wouldn't it be? We have a well managed and regulated fishery, lots of fish and hundreds of thousands of never dove spots. I dive in the Gulf of Mexico, off the West Coast of Florida . Best, Dan
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
Thanks Eli ! No, that was one of the crew, I think he was startled by it! Can't blame 'em, def not expected at 200'+! Glad you liked the video. Best, Dan
AH, yes, I was at a comfortable punch out time. I could have easily speared him, but, If I hadn't stoned him, it could have easily doubled my deco obligation. Which would have really separated me at all levels from my buddy. I'm hoping to get another shot at the Hog next year, we'll see! Great question, Best, Dan
Hey Jeff, yes mostly the wrong species or too short to be legal. Plus, it would really have to be a prize for me to engage it with free shafts during an ascent from 282'. I've done it before and will probably do it again but it's def not the smartest thing to do in the world. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 I'm sure. Well keep up the good work. Just waiting to see some with fish on the boat. It's crazy how small they look when you spear them in the water until you poke them through the eyes with that contraption. Love the channel. Just started watching a week or 2 ago and been binge watching. Great job 👍
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
Karl, I stop the boat on a regular basis and pick up floating debris, pretty much every trip. The reason I didn't grab that paper towel was that there was a great chance that one of the crew had just wiped his rear end with it. Paper towels are made of wood and will disintegrate quickly with no harm to the environment. Dan
Thank you for your reply. I live in Hawaii and I'm also a boater fishermen and diver. I pick up trash whenever I can I must say I've left a couple of 5 gallon buckets full of life and off few times so I can understand have a great day
Bob, lol, no it wasn't my birthday, but we had a moonless night last week and I risked digging up one of my few buried mason jars and purchased the new fins! Really like them so far! Thanks for watching and I always appreciate your comments! Best, Dan
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Great video. Glad to see you're back and thanks for the Post dive deck stuff.
Thanks Bill! Glad you enjoyed it. I'm enjoying the deck footage as well. I appreciate all you guys getting me to do that! Best, Dan
As expected, awesome! Best conglomerate of spearfishing videos on the internet. Thank you for doing what you do, I've learned a lot from watching ALL of your videos. I'm just a beginner in spearfishing and like most, I'm addicted. You're the man!
Thanks Brian, much appreciated! If I can ever be of any help in any way, just holler! Best, Dan
Awesome dive. Love the top water videos also. I like seeing how y’all do things and the aftermath
Thanks DD, really appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
Nice Dan! Love seeing the fish on the deck! That's a whole different world down at those depths.
Thanks PW! it is indeed. I'd love to have 30 minutes just to swim around and look at it, I bet it'd be amazing to see! Thanks for watching, Best, Dan
It's like for ever! Awesome video dan keep them come and be safe.
Thanks NQ, I appreciate it! Best, Dan
Great dive thanks for taking us along. That was a really nice hog you lit up with the light...
Thanks Monty! That area is truly amazing, def my favorite! You're right, that really was a bruiser of a Hog, hope to run into him again someday! I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
I appreciate you az well sir. Your dive videos make it just little better being freaking landlocked because of this covid crap. Certainly killed the better part of my dive season.
Love the post dive banter! Keep them coming Dan!
Thanks Steven, glad you like the deck footage and I am def planning on doing more of that! Best, Dan
Love this upload! 🥰
Thanks Beth! That area is without a doubt my favorite in the Gulf. It really is a "Lost World"! Really glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Man that's some really quality diving footage, and deep. Can't get enough
DBSA, thanks brother, I appreciate it. Really love your "name", lol, awesome...Best, Dan
Nice size fish, loved the deck time to. Cheer's. Safe diving.
Thanks Paul, I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
After 50 some odd years of spearfishing here on the left coast I was under the impression that ALL GW encounters are intense... some more than others. Bunch of big fish at 282’. I can’t seem to get enough of this stuff. Thanks!
TAOW, lol, yeah that they are, I did have one just swim slowly by one time and keep going but it was still "intense" trying to look in all directions at one time after he vanished from view! I'm approaching 50 years of spearfishing myself, where did the years go? Glad you're enjoying the videos! Best, Dan
Thank you Dan,for diving again with you!!!
Yiannis, great having you along! Appreciate you watching and your comments! Best to you, Dan
Loved the deck talk & the good look at those fish! Damn nice fish! You sure don't get much time down at those depths. Thanks for the upload. I enjoyed watching it. Be safe!
Thanks BC! It's def a bang bang and leave deal. Glad you like the videos! Best, Dan
you have amazing footage, the real deal!
Thanks BY! I really appreciate it! Best, Dan
Another great video, 282' you got no time to smell the roses. I like the fact when the sharks get to intense, you float um, don't let them make the first move. Stay safe and keep up the great videos
Thanks BT, I appreciate you watching and your comments. Best, Dan
big sub from me...miss my diving, had some great years on air the a lot of trimix 100 mtr dives nice breathing control. well done
TSH, thanks brother, really appreciate your comment and thanks for watching! Best, Dan
Welcome back. We’ve been waiting for your videos. God bless
Athan, thanks! Was out on a 4 day trip and finally got a minute to post a video. Glad you enjoyed and thanks again for the welcome back! Best, Dan
Greetings from Canada Dan, keep videos coming -stay safe
Thanks Fadi, glad you like the videos! Thanks for the well wishes! Best, Dan
That small glimpse of that hog was a tease. Would like to have seen that on the stringer for sure. Deck sweeper for sure. Great vid!
Thanks Bob! Yeah he's def a Toad. I'm going to try and dive that spot again next year, and I'll bet good money, he's right there when I get down there! Best, Dan
Glad you got a video up needed that
Hey DFB, good to hear from you and glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Dude, I can't get enough of these videos.....Awesome fish dan......what about that hog!?!? :)
Thanks ZS! Much appreciated! I guess that Hogs still out there eating clams and making little hogs! Gad you like the videos! Best, Dan
Dan I believe you just helped the sales on neptronics fins go up substantially 😜great videos as usual sir 👍
Thanks BB, went wanting to try Carbons for years and when one of my Plastics ripped, it seemed like the right time. Jerry at Neptonics is extremely knowledgeable about free diving stuff and def steered me right. Took me a day or two to figure them out but they're pretty amazing. Glad I tryed them out, will help for sure! Glad you're enjoying the videos! Best, Dan
3k views in the first 6 hours! Keep it going Dan, congratulations on your success so far.
Thanks FF! Much appreciated! Best, Dan
Great vid. Been missing you guys.
Thanks SF, that was a really enjoyable trip and I've got 3 or 4 new videos to get out in the next week or so. Appreciate the welcome back! Best, Dan
Welcome back idle dn ill been waiting for your new vidoes👍
Thanks for the welcome back RB, much appreciated! Best, Dan
Dan that was for sure a fishy place. Great trip down and no sharks this time. Enjoyed the video brother
Thanks David, no Sharks is def a nice bonus! Best, Dan
After a long week of driving school buses needed a well deserved relaxing time watching your Sea Hunt Dives. Nice fins!
Birthday, anniversary date gift?
Stay alert and safe!
RV, heck yeah you deserve it, that's gotta be tough, especially now. Hats off to you! As far as the fins, I've been wanting to try a set of Carbons for years and when I broke one of my trusty old plastics, it seemed like the right time. Thank you for the well wishes, and the same back to you. Best, Dan
great video as usual.... love the addex boat time at the end... just cool to see how others do it co.pared to what we do... i dont see you you guys are rolling into 280 with a HUK shirt and shorts.... i freeze my balls off anything past 120ft lol... thats with a 3mm neoprene. 200 is my max ( no trimix cert) and its down rite miserable on me sometimes.
Hey Jason, I'm liking the deck footage as well. I hate wearing wetsuits and will gladly put up with a few minutes of colder bottom water to avoid them. It was pretty hot last trip and it actually felt awesome down there! I appreciate you watching and your comments, Best, Dan
Definitely like that orange band can’t seem to find any local gonna have to order it I guess. Slim pickings my way up north
BF44, Neptonics and Speritco both have it! Worth every cent. Best, Dan
Greetings from West Texas Dan! Glad to see you r posting again! This channel is my drug of choice and I just got my fix this morning! Great vid. Keep them coming. Stay safe!
Hey Marsha, you guys are def making my day with the well wishes and welcome backs. Super glad you're enjoying the videos. Thanks again, Dan
Nice Dive!
Thanks Ross! Best, Dan
Been missing your videos. Those carbos are sick an shot placements are elite
Thanks Brandon, I love that spot, haven't been there in almost 6 years, wanna dive it again before I get too old...lol......glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Your the best ive seen. Hands down. Over here where i dive is the desert compared to what you see. I get maybe 10 blacks a year under 35lb
what would you say is your avg. load of grouper on a trip say of 3 days and how many dives do you do
RL, that would be a tough figure to come up with. It can vary 1000% between trips, depending on depth, species targeted, area we're diving, etc.....I like to do between 4-6 dives a day, could be less if we're real deep and could be slightly more if it's shallow. Lots and lots of factors. Best, Dan
I must say bro ur a dream catcher, because ur living my dreams😎I could live like that every day
Thanks Jason, thanks for watching and for your comment! Best, Dan
I'm an addict to your videos lol. Dan, what is the scariest thing you've seen down there in all the years of diving?
Thanks DSJ, glad that you like them! Probably a Giant Hammer that knocked me around for a few minutes, had to keep punching him with an empty gun. He was pretty serious about the whole thing and kept it up for several minutes. I climbed the outdrive and threw myself over the transom and landed on my back on my tank, never felt it. (well, I felt it the next day). Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 Holy hell...That's scary!
How much does it cost to get the tanks filled as opposed to plain air?
Hey John, I fill all my own tanks so I'm not current on dive shop prices. That being said, to fill a 120CF tank to a 32%mix compared to air, the extra O2 would add about $2 to the fill. That's just the direct cost of the extra O2 and not a lot of indirect expenses. Helium is expensive, my cost is about 75 cents per CF right now. So on a 120CF tank with 30% HE, you're looking at $27.00 per tank just for the direct cost of the HE. So maybe a cost to the boat of $35 for a tank. I don't know about air fills at all as I don't dive it. Hope this helps, Best, Dan
Hell yeahh, a new one
Thanks Gavin! Much appreciated! Best, Dan
Great vids Dan definitely got me thinking about doing this. Just give me an intro and outro talk about the fish the strategy what your thinking
Hey Rich, glad you're enjoying the videos. I recently ordered a gopro tripod and am planning on making a few "how to" videos. If they're received well and there's enough interest, I'll make more. The intro and outro idea sounds interesting as well. Best, Dan
Whats the red lights flashing on your timer, and depth gage?
Hey TOD, its like a Red Light saying slow down or stop. Basically that you're ascending faster than the computer wants you to. Great question. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 thank you
Nice fins...that big hog wast tempting tho😁😁
Thanks Kevin, I really like them so far. yeah, I thought 15 pounds when I saw it, but my buddy Kenny was up above me and had a better perspective and said def in the 20's. I might have stayed and speared him if Kenny was right. lol. Pretty cool just to see him! Best, Dan
miss your videos the best
Dan it’s been about 12 or 15 years ago, didn’t you post a huge Warsaw grouper on spearboard? Something over 400lbs or at near the 400’ mark? Not sure if you had video from that dive but would you put a video collage together on it?
You should talk about the way you dive, gear, training and mind set/ focus how you do this diving as deep as your team does. Love this vids!!!
DZM, yes, it was back in 2005. Fish weighed a little more than 400 LBS and was speared on a WW2 wreck in 425'. Amazing dive and adventure. Thanks for the suggestion and ideas! Glad you like the video! That's an awesome area for sure! Best, Dan
Do you have any tips for predicting vis? I’m in the Venice/Sarasota area and go out maybe 30 miles max. And Love the videos!
LW, well, about the time I think I've got it figured out, it turns out to be 180 degrees off from what I expected. lol. Your area can be challenging for visibility, years ago, we had a couple of trips get canceled because of bad visibility in 60-80 feet out there. If you can't get a very recent report from a trusted friend, then "if you wanna know, you gotta go" is the only way. Glad you like the videos! Best, Dan
Dan MacMahon , Thanks for the quick reply! I am fairly new to spearing, but I have dove on and off for 15yrs, made it official 2yrs ago and have been going out more and more. I hope to get enough education to go to the places you do. And I thought I may have been judging it wrong on the vis but sounds like it’s not always as it should be. And from your videos I can tell experience is everything. Might see you out there one day, Stay Safe and Happy Hunting. :)
what are those fish schooling 1/2 down and when you go up ???
Hey John, mostly Jacks with the majority of them being Almaco's. Best, Dan
Great video, do you ever spearfish off of Steinhatchee FL, I'm just getting into the sport this year.
Hey DB, heck yeah! That's some great bottom you've got up there! A couple of my buddies get up there a few times every Summer. Let me know if you need any advice or anything. Good luck with your spearing! Best, Dan
Loved it mate I was only wandering if you have had problems with great whites till you mentioned it.
Hey John, I'd love to get one on film but if that never happens, then I'm OK with that as well! Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 stay safe brother.
Dan was wondering if you ever had any problems with G W s or Tigers and how you handled those situations. I have been amazed at your awareness of what's going on by the types of fish that appear. You also stay calm or so it seems and just do what s necessary. Do you have video of the GW encounter?
That was another great dive. Thanks for sharing.
This should be an instructional video entitled Deep Tank Diving a "How to Spearfish like a Master."
Thanks Mav, I appreciate yours words and am glad you're enjoying the videos! Best, Dan
that is a cool looking spot! what kind of zip ties are you using on your bands?
Thanks Ben, I use the Panduit ties with the SS Tongue. If you're interested, let me know and I'll get a part number for you. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 that would be great! i'm always interested in new ways of doing things. also what kind of fuel line do you use on your PHs? my neighbor machined some beautiful ones. now i need to source the right fuel line.
We put in next to you last Saturday for the spo, we found a pretty cool wreck that has an interesting anchor on it. I got in touch with MB about it....
Hey Team S, I saw a big CC pull in right as we were headed for the bridge. That new wreck sounds interesting, Mikes a good friend, did you send him a pic of the anchor? Best to you guys, Dan
Dan MacMahon yeah that was us. We didn’t get a pic of it as we were shooting for the spo, shoot me an email and I’ll talk to you about it. Jmracing25@aol.com
Dan how long does 1 tank last in this dive?
KTG, I dive HP 120's as a main. You need to know your SAC (surface air consumption )rate. Say for example it's .5 CF at the surface, at 33 feet, it would be 1.0 CF, at 99 feet, It'd be 2.0 CF, at 231 feet, It'd be 4.0 CF , etc., the deeper you go the more mix you burn and the less time your tank will last.
I can't stress enough that this type of advanced range diving requires training. They will teach you what you must know to take on this type of activity!
Best, Dan
As always awesome video Dan, I enjoy it as I miss diving so much... What regs do you use at this depth dude? I hear they are tuned really nicely, they don't sound like Poseidons though!
All the best to you, I wish you safe ascents always, regards Dimitris
Hey Dimitris, we only use Zeagle regulators. Zeagle makes great stuff and I never saw a reason to change to something else....Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comments. All the best to you as well. Dan
I like you spearguns
Thanks Glen! I finalized the design maybe 10 years ago and haven't changed much since! She def gets it done! Best, Dan
Dude , epic dive ! What mix at that depth for what head ?
Thanks Paul! It really is a special spot! I think most of the tech training agencies would recommend a working PO2 of 1.2-1.3 on a dive like that. Thanks for watching! Best, Dan
That was a cool dive, like they all are. I know you have to go where the money is, but if you drop in shallow PLEASE record it. We all love watching lots of bottom time. You'll get that hog next time!
Thanks Jimmy, if we hit anything shallow, I'll def do just that! I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
Dan would there be any way to do more in the way of Fish Id, and how you approximate size. Everything looks bigger underwater.
Hey Mike, I think it's just spending more time in the water and gaining experience. If I'm in shallow water, and there's any uncertainty about whether the fish is legal, I pass on it. As far as I'D., even similar looking species have differences, swimming patterns, subtle physical differences, reactions to a diver, etc....with time, you'll learn to easily judge size and species. Best, Dan
Thanks for the reply Dan. I’m new to spear fishing not diving, but yes I need more time in the drink!
Nice broww🙏🙏🙏
Nelayan, thanks brother, much appreciated! Best, Dan
Dan where do you get your shaft holders. Love your videos
Hey Bud, good stuff. Not cold that deep? No Sharks? Lol. Good times!
Hey Captain Tom, it was around 74 on the bottom. Felt like natures AC compared to being on the boat. I saw one Bull the entire trip on a wreck in 240' , pretty nice after the multitudes of them in the shallower stuff this time of year! Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan
What's your air mixture? It can't be all compressed.
Hey Debra, it's a light heli-trox mix, keeping the PO2 at the recommended 1.3 for working dives. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 thank you.
Are those big almaco jacks or amberjacks?
DG, mostly Alamco's but a few AJ's in there as well.......some real beauties too! Best, Dan
Dan how or where can i get a dual ph holder like yours?
Hey Austin, I bought a solid block of 2" thick rubber usually used as a bumper pad for semi's backing into a loading ramp. Cut a chunk out, about 2x3" and then simply drilled two, 7/8" holes into it to hold the PH's. You would of course drill the holes to match whatever the OD of your PH is. Drilled a 3/16 hole in both PH holes for water drainage and mounted with a couple of screws. You might have to lightly sand them a little. Also, remember to test fit everything "wet" , not dry. Need any more help, just yell. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 you are the man ! greatly appreciate your knowledge and response.
Best comment section in all of spearfishing videos
Thanks B3, much appreciated! Best, Dan
Tidak terlihat dapat berapa.tapi lihat banyak ikan GT besar-besar dan banyak 👍👍👍
Thanks Agus, I can't figure out what you're saying but I did figure out the thumbs up! Much appreciated! Best, Dan
awesome! it seems to me like you hold your breath a little then breath out? am i wrong lol, still new to diving and want to get into spear fishing here in Florida
Hey Johnny, the training agencies teach regular breathing in and out, so that's what I'd go with. You'll love spear fishing, after almost 50 years I still can't wait to go. If you need any advice on anything, just reach out. Best to you, Dan
Dan MacMahon thanks dan!
Yeah I’ve only done pole spear with lionfish. My brother is working on building us two custom spearguns with some zebra wood and Purple Heart. I just got my open water and Nitrox. I wish i could get in the water everyday lol. But would love to spear something here in Florida right off the gulf coast.
Back at work dan good start
Hey MB, thanks. Just squeaked this one in, looks like we've got 2 tropical storms/Hurricanes coming into the Gulf in a few days! Glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Dan, what dive computer do you use?
Scott, it's an old 1990's model made by Zeagle. Pretty much an antique! I just use it for a bottom timer in depths over 212' (it only reads to 212'). I usually also wear a Seaquest Solution as it reads to 325' or a Scubapro bottom timer when diving really deep stuff. I know of course that there's lots of advanced stuff out there, but I'm good until I retire with what I'm doing! Best, Dan
Awesome video!!! What bc you using Dan? Thanks
Hey T50, it's a Zeagle Stiletto, great Scuba spear fishing BC! Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 thanks Dan!!
Nice video thanks Dan, wish you could’ve busted that big hog.... next time!
Thanks Randy, glad you enjoyed it! That was my exact thought as well, next time! Best, Dan
Dan, I enjoy your videos. Do you do these deep dives on air or? Are you DCing on O2?
Another great video Dan. Now you got me curious to about the great white encounter story. I have an equipment question. I know you use the OnBoard Bandit system for your bands. Once you make the band, how do you fit it through the band hole in the muzzle? It looks like the profile of the cable tie would prevent that. Unless, you make the band while it's on the muzzle.?. Thank you in advance for your reply.
BTW, I'm jonesing for a new video...weather permitting of course. :)
Hey Henry, my muzzle came with narrow slots cut into the band holes to allow a band to be stretched and pulled/popped into the muzzle. If your muzzle doesn't have those slots, I'd either cut it and make it that way, but if impracticable or unwanted, then I'd simply make them on the gun.
We're def ready to go as soon as the weather breaks, those 2 late season Hurricanes and now these strong cold fronts have really made it tough to be offshore lately.
I appreciate you watching and your comments! Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 thank you for the advice on the bands.
Como faço pra ter uma ponteira dessa explosiva?
Hey dan.. when ever you are descending u take deep long breathes. I thought it was supposed to be regular breathing and no breath holding. Please elaborate thanks.
BP, I'd def go with however your instructor/training school taught you. Safety should always be the main focus. "Breath Holding" is generally considered a def no/no on Scuba, due to risking an Embolism during ascent and increased CO2 retention during the dive. (I'm sure as a certified diver you know this). My regular breathing cycle is probably longer than most, due to experience and comfort in the water. I might extend taking a breath for a second or two occasionally, to avoid spooking a fish I'm stalking, but that's about it. Regular breathing in and out is def the way to go. Best, Dan
Yes that’s how I was taught. I was just curious cause seemed like your breathing was longer. I was also told u can hold your breath at a depth as long as you aren’t ascending or descending. Thanks dan. Awesome response
Bro 282 ft deep, surprised the boat doesn’t sink , with the size of your balls! Shits impressive bro
Hey Juan, it's not the ball size that might sink it but the solid skull on my head that's the problem, lol. Thanks brother, I appreciate your comments and glad you liked the video! Best, Dan
Are Amber Jacks always that high in the column. Every video it seems like they meet you way before any other fish do.
Finally he’s back!!! I’ve been waiting for my dose of under water adventure! Thanks for the video Dan!
You're welcome MHAP! Glad you enjoyed it! Best, Dan
Dan, are you having more shark problems in recent years? I'm in the big bend area and they've gotten horrible. I've seen more tigers this year than the rest of my life combined. Not cool for the
BC, unfortunately yes. The Bulls are out of control out here in the shallower stuff, all the way out to the middle grounds. The sandbars are thick everywhere in those same areas. Lots of reasons, the government mandated shut down of the commercial Shark fishery, the huge blow back if a recreational diver or fisherman kills a shark, no recreational shark fishing tournaments, climate change (warmer waters), the huge increase of Red Snapper in our areas, etc. etc.....I realize that Sharks are endangered in many parts of the world but they're out of control out here (as you know). Good luck with those tigers, I'd hit a small spot, shoot a fish or two and plane off and run and repeat. Try to avoid long dives, especially on large spots and def try and avoid back dives. If you have to back dive, put 2 divers in. One to get the task done and one to ride shotgun. Best to you, Dan
That hog fish looked delicious....
BB, lol, I had the same thought watching the video, visions of deep fried Hog with an ice cold beer were def on my mind! Thanks for the comment! Best, dan
Do it with your own power, if you have any. U R TRAGIC
Hey Spider, are you technical trained? Or just spewing comments from a snorkeling point of view...lol
@@danmacmahon3973 you are not fair my friend, OK you killed some fishes with all this equipment, these fishes what chances had?Congratulations OK? R u happy now? It would be more fair and (male) sorry about my english, to shoot them with your own power. Now it is like a video game, no suspens, it's fake no interesting at all
How are you liking your Suzuki's?
WS, I love them! They're a couple of knots slower than the Yamaha V8 350's but vastly superior at everything else. Got a year on them this month and couldn't be more pleased. If you're in the market or want more info, just let me know, glad to help. Best, Dan
I’m super hooked on your channel Dan, I’m wanting to commercial spearfish myself. I’d obviously have to get Tri mix certified, but do you equalize your ears every ten feet or so? If I don’t my ears begin to hurt unbearably bad...
AG2, man I'm glad you like the videos. I wish you a lot of success in becoming a commercial spear fisher. I try and equalize immediately upon splashing and then as needed. A lot of the time I can just make a swallowing motion and rock my head a little and they clear. It's a small thing, but the consistent ability to easily clear your ears is a huge plus for commercial spearing! Best to you, Dan
Dan MacMahon yeah I usually do a jaw swing type deal and it works, but good to know on the descent. Thanks again!!
That’s some deep water. Curious; how long do u have to decompress on a dive that deep? Thanks Dan, nice shooting.
Hey Daniel, a very rough estimate would be about 4-5 minutes of deco minimum for every minute of bottom time. That could easily double depending on a lot of factors. That depth is no joke and should never be attempted with proper training and proper gear. Glad you liked the video and I always appreciate your comments. Best, Dan
Dan MacMahon thanks for the info. No worries the deepest I’ve been is 120’ and I didn’t enjoy it. That’s why I know what you do is so difficult but you make it look easy.
I wonder what mix you use , cause at that depth you can suffer narcosis.... Can you tell me please, great video!!
Dan do you ever see the 70 +lbs Amberjack like we used to see offshore Jacksonville in the 80s
Hell we still see them out of mayport regularly.
Hey Mike, yeah they're still pretty thick that size and bigger in the deeper stuff. We had a few around 100 or a little more the trip before last. I'll video some 100's as soon as I can. Best, Dan
Dan im thankfull for this video i would do this like this in the future any tips. Im a rich man if this is the situation.
KTG, def take all the training you can get and find a couple of smart capable buddies that have the same itch! Like the song says "chances are you'll go far, if you get in with the right bunch of fellows". Best, Dan
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Thanks PW, I needed that! Best, Dan
La chasse avec des bouteilles est strictement interdit les gars.
Lamentable cette chasse
Where is this spot? At first it seemed like Florida and then you wrote about a great white. Anyways good dive.
Carson, yes, in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, off Florida's West Coast. I've seen 3 GW's for sure and one more probable. They're not super abundant in the Gulf, but the GW trackers always have a few around, especially during the winter months. Best, Dan
Dan MacMahon Oh ok, I live in naples and I haven’t heard much about great whites here
Spearfishin in scuba diving??? Is it legal?
AC, yes in many parts of the world. Dan
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
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Super! Best, Dan
Is spearfishing using scuba legal in your country? Where is this
MP, sure, Why wouldn't it be? We have a well managed and regulated fishery, lots of fish and hundreds of thousands of never dove spots. I dive in the Gulf of Mexico, off the West Coast of Florida . Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 Because in Greece it is illegal and for a good reason...
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
@@darryl5537 I am not a fisherman i am a diving instructor. I made a simple question. Get more education before you judge.
There you are , I can relax again , go get em dead shot . Did that snake freak you out ?
Thanks Eli ! No, that was one of the crew, I think he was startled by it! Can't blame 'em, def not expected at 200'+! Glad you liked the video. Best, Dan
Did you run out of time is that why you didn’t get the hog ?
AH, yes, I was at a comfortable punch out time. I could have easily speared him, but, If I hadn't stoned him, it could have easily doubled my deco obligation. Which would have really separated me at all levels from my buddy. I'm hoping to get another shot at the Hog next year, we'll see! Great question, Best, Dan
How come you didnt shoot one of those other fish which were abundant. Was it the wrong species.
Hey Jeff, yes mostly the wrong species or too short to be legal. Plus, it would really have to be a prize for me to engage it with free shafts during an ascent from 282'. I've done it before and will probably do it again but it's def not the smartest thing to do in the world. Best, Dan
@@danmacmahon3973 I'm sure. Well keep up the good work. Just waiting to see some with fish on the boat. It's crazy how small they look when you spear them in the water until you poke them through the eyes with that contraption. Love the channel. Just started watching a week or 2 ago and been binge watching. Great job 👍
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Thanks FC, glad you enjoyed it! Best, Dan
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E' buona anche mia nonna con lo scafandro dell ossigeno a pescare cosi! ma non ti vergogni!
Hey LT, thanks for watching! Dan
Absolutely unsportive
Why not use a bomb
SAP, uh....that spot's about 86M deep...pretty tough to spear bottom fish in that depth with a snorkel. Thanks for watching, Dan
He is very selective. You would drop your line all day and drag up all sorts. At these depths, there is no catch and release. get a bit more experience before you trip.
You take fish, but can't even grab the trash floating right by you. Disgusting
Karl, I stop the boat on a regular basis and pick up floating debris, pretty much every trip. The reason I didn't grab that paper towel was that there was a great chance that one of the crew had just wiped his rear end with it. Paper towels are made of wood and will disintegrate quickly with no harm to the environment. Dan
Thank you for your reply. I live in Hawaii and I'm also a boater fishermen and diver. I pick up trash whenever I can I must say I've left a couple of 5 gallon buckets full of life and off few times so I can understand have a great day
Ah, now I see where you've been. It must have been your birthday because I'm seeing some nice new carbon fins!
Bob, lol, no it wasn't my birthday, but we had a moonless night last week and I risked digging up one of my few buried mason jars and purchased the new fins! Really like them so far! Thanks for watching and I always appreciate your comments! Best, Dan