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  • Опубликовано: 4 дек 2024

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  • @TowBoss430
    @TowBoss430 4 года назад +6

    245' dive, spearing two 45/50 pound Gag Grouper and getting both fish... and all the equipment back to the surface. This is no easy task. Great job Ricky!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks John, I'm a little jaded but that dive def impressed me, he really did a great job! Thanks for your comments and for watching! Best, Dan

  • @neraskafatboyrider
    @neraskafatboyrider 4 года назад +5

    My favorite breakfast, toast coffee and a new video from Dan! Rick makes me fell better about fighting with fish lol thanks dan and rick

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +2

      Thanks Bob! Really appreciate your comments! He def did a great job on that spot, especially considering that he didn't stone one of them! Best, Dan

  • @janluedecke5514
    @janluedecke5514 4 года назад +1

    Such awesome videos, thank you Dan!! Nice to experience the true nature of the sport/business of catching fish through your lens, and so refreshing not having to listen to all the gum flapping and vanity nonsense you get on other channels. Very much appreciated

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks Jan, much appreciated! I'm def not into the gum flapping and vanity nonsense either! Thanks for watching and your comments! Best, Dan

  • @richardvila1173
    @richardvila1173 4 года назад

    Wow , this episode was like Bull riding, of course under the sea. Still huge gags..sweet cherry pie!
    Keep them coming. Thanks Rick!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey RV, he was def "task saturated" so to speak! I thought he did a great job! Glad you enjoyed the video, and thanks for the comments! Best, Dan

  • @davidraines2873
    @davidraines2873 4 года назад +1

    That’s a couple of great fish. The lack of bottom time is scary when you have big fish fighting you and you know your out of time. Great video

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey David, it was def getting close to wrap it up or punch out and send the next guy up down. He got it done though and had a dive to remember! Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan

  • @Mbn589123
    @Mbn589123 4 года назад

    Beautiful dive and gags. Unbelievable conditions...looked like Lake GOM out there that day. Thank you for sharing.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Henry! Yeah that weather seems like a long time ago with two Hurricanes in the Eastern GOM in the last 3 weeks! Glad you liked the video! Best, Dan

  • @askip7
    @askip7 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Dan-
    I’m surprised how often it’s the smaller structure that holds the most big fish. I suppose it concentrates them unlike an area where there’s lots of cover and they can spread out

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +5

      Hey Alan, yeah that's def a factor, another factor is those small places are much harder to find than the big stuff and throw in the 100-120 mile off shore distance and they receive very little, if any, pressure. Best, Dan

  • @MrTNBassmaster
    @MrTNBassmaster 4 года назад

    How much bottom is the max you can stay at that depth? 245 ' the your mix. And if you stay a min or two longer how bad is the deco? Awesome video as always. God bless

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      T50, a very rough estimate would be 3-4 minutes of deco for every minute of bottom time. This could increase by a factor of two or more depending on mix, deco gas(s), length of dive, recent dive activity before current dive, water temp , work load and a host of other factors. An extra minute on the bottom might cause as little as 3-4 more minute of deco , or it might cause 8-10 additional minutes. It's def not an exact science, I'd go with the numbers that your tech training agency taught when one obtains the certifications necessary to do this type of diving. Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan

    • @MrTNBassmaster
      @MrTNBassmaster 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 thanks Dan ! I was just wondering on this particular dive and with no residual nitrogen from a previous dive. I really appreciate your videos.

  • @robertlowery9860
    @robertlowery9860 4 года назад

    why do you not powerhead the large grouper that seem to cost big time when it is so critical,just wondering the difference in the amberjack and big groupers for powerheading

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Robert, I will sometimes PH a big Black in deep water but I never embraced Powerheading lots of bottom fish. I just enjoy free shafting too much. Best, Dan

  • @4everxtreme254
    @4everxtreme254 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for showing fish in the boat , I enjoy your videos very much , you are a sniper lolll

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks 4EX, I like showing the fish in the boat as well. Def gives a better feel of how big (or small) they really are! Thanks for watching! Best, Dan

  • @kylewright7882
    @kylewright7882 4 года назад

    New to this, but I enjoy watching the channel. Had a question: What exactly are PH tips? Is it like an impact munition tip that you attach to the end of a normal spear?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Kyle, yes, it's basically an aluminum casing (tube) that's machined to hold a rifle cartridge. The spear point acts as a firing pin. Usually called a "slip on" Power Head and is commonly used for personal protection or for taking large fish in deeper water. Best, Dan

    • @kylewright7882
      @kylewright7882 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 Cool deal! Thanks for the info. part of me as a kid wanted to do Marine Biology, so its cool to see these diving videos. And as a fisherman myself, its way different perspective and just as much suspense. Especially when you call out Cobia and then a shark turns up.

  • @jimmyhoneycutt1
    @jimmyhoneycutt1 4 года назад

    I have dated a few giant gag holes........... I've never worn a tank or picked up a spear gun, but man do I love your videos. Some of the barely audible things you say from behind that mask make me laugh til I cry! Keep doing your thing..........great entertainment.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Jimmy, we could all use a little more laughter in our lives. I laugh at the same grunts you're laughing at, heck, sometimes I don't know what I was trying to say....Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comment! Best, Dan

  • @mobroo8233
    @mobroo8233 4 года назад

    Wonderful thing well done But why don't you equalize the pressure during? Boarding .?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks MB! Not sure what you're asking? Best, Dan

    • @mobroo8233
      @mobroo8233 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 Thanks for your response and attention I meant my question The climb is required from a deep dive Stages of pressure equalization To avoid injury Pressure disease Before boarding the boat 😁

    • @daveobsoleteammo4547
      @daveobsoleteammo4547 Год назад

      They always have to stop and decompress at different depths on the way to the surface . Most all of those are edited out unless there is something extra to see on the way up , and it keeps the video more interesting to follow to the end .

  • @MatthewDBall
    @MatthewDBall 4 года назад

    Great video. What kind of shark was that on the ascent? And, you said you’re 100+ miles offshore!! Do you all sleep on the boat or go back to marina each day?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +3

      Thanks MDB, I think a small Silky or Spinner. I usually just call those small ones "Hornets". Yeah probably 120 miles or so off shore. Yes, we stay out 3 or 4 days on a trip. Hard to beat a cup of coffee watching the sun come up out there! I built her with 4 comfortable bunks and we even have AC for the hot summer months. When you get a "little" older, you gotta get some sleep! Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan

    • @MatthewDBall
      @MatthewDBall 4 года назад +1

      Dan MacMahon I’m sure those sunrises are gorgeous! I bet your viewers would like to occasionally see more of your boat. Thanks for a great channel. I look forward to your videos.

  • @mdv2043
    @mdv2043 4 года назад +2

    Saw the title and made me think of ole girl I once knew haha. Keep the videos and content comming Sir great stuff....

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Monty, oh gawd, thanks for the laugh, I needed it! Appreciate you watching and thanks for the comment! Best, Dan

  • @sfowler8942
    @sfowler8942 4 года назад

    Just watched it again. Great content, Dan. Thanks

  • @208miuwu
    @208miuwu 3 года назад

    Knowing your bottom time at that depth and dealing with monster gags. You have your work cut out for you. Great videos brother 👍

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад +1

      Thanks 208, looking forward to getting back out deeper soon! Best, Dan

  • @jimbondurant1815
    @jimbondurant1815 4 года назад

    If you are using hp120's is there anything you do to help with the negative buoyancy?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Jim, without a Wetsuit, I usually wear 5-6 pounds of lead. The gun has 3 shafts on it and that helps with excess buoyancy. And the stringer is basically a bent shaft so there's more negative weight. No doubt the HP 100's are less buoyant but I need the capacity of the 120's to make long trips. Best, Dan

  • @SpearDivin
    @SpearDivin 4 года назад +1

    I can’t believe how scared you are of sharks man lol cracks me up. I’m a huge fan of your videos and spearo skills. More topside footage and dialogue would be awesome. Keep up the great content!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +2

      Thanks Ben! I'll def try and do some more topside videoing. Had a few suggestions to possibly doing a short pre-dive clip, showing the spot, getting ready, etc....will try and give that a whirl and see how it goes. Thanks for your comments, Best, Dan

  • @brianpino7274
    @brianpino7274 4 года назад

    What kind of camera you guys use? How about what mount you use as well for the camera? Thanks

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      BP, I'm using a GoPro 6, mounted to a built in SS mount on a GoMask. Great set up. The GoPro 7 is being used by one of the crew and it's also a great choice. Haven't tried an "8" yet, but the 6 or 7 are both solid choices. Best, Dan

  • @Turbotalkin
    @Turbotalkin 3 года назад

    New Suzuki witj dua props do you love em?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      That I do BB, much better fuel burn and massively better in the rough stuff. So far, so great! Best, Dan

  • @bfarm44
    @bfarm44 3 года назад

    Those gags gave you a workout nice job. “Calm down mate I just need to stick this through your eyeballs”

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      They really did, the depth of water makes it just that much tougher. Not a lot of time to get it right! Best, Dan

  • @epicadventuresinparadise
    @epicadventuresinparadise 4 года назад

    Great video, where do you have your camera mounted?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      EAIP, my Gomask has a built in SS mount and it's just attached to that. Really simple and works well! Best, Dan

  • @Jdonaboat
    @Jdonaboat 4 года назад

    What gun is this? I see it in most of your videos and can’t quite place it. Great videos!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey JE, it's a home made gun we make ourselves. Roughly based on an older Sea Hornet but utilizing better quality parts and tighter tolerances. Glad you're enjoying the videos and thanks for watching! Best, Dan

  • @sleepwalkerfishing
    @sleepwalkerfishing 4 года назад

    Hey dan...how are you liking the Suzuki’s? I noticed recently you repowered from the Yamahas.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +2

      SFF, I literally can't say enough positive things about them. If you're salty and run a big outboard boat off shore, they'll amaze you. They will hold my 44 footer on plane in 5' seas, running 18K at 15gph, and do it with no fuss. The V-8's would struggle to run that speed and burn 25gph to do it. I've only been running them a year so I can't speak for long term, but so far I'm happier with them than "any" other mechanical device I've bought in my life. They really are amazing. Hit me up if you need any more info. Best, Dan

  • @undrwtr84
    @undrwtr84 4 года назад

    Looks like you’re on a larger ledge looking out from that rock, and the water depth goes pretty south from where you’re at. A lot deeper.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      CG, I went back and looked at that and I def see what you're talking about. It's deceiving though, as it's just a RG "Pothole" with no ledge to it. The PH is probably around 8 feet deep with high sides to it. I wish there were ledges in that area, but I've never found even one! Best, Dan

  • @theessexhunter1305
    @theessexhunter1305 4 года назад +1

    Enjoying the videos, very interested in what gas you are using for the deeper dives as I spotted a nitrox sticker on one of the tanks but the 200 + feet depth is way off for that.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      TEH, just a light helitrox blend, max PO2 1.2-1.3 which is whats recommended for a working dive. I've been filling my own tanks for 20+ years (Nobody else touches them) I think I only have 2 tanks that have a nitrox sticker, traded another diver a gun for them. Glad you like the videos and good eye on that sticker! Best, Dan

    • @theessexhunter1305
      @theessexhunter1305 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 looking after 4/5 students or running a dive boat with 12 guests then you miss ###k all lol

  • @antonykornel5156
    @antonykornel5156 4 года назад

    Very good vid! your aim is nuts ! Have you ever shot a fish and lose one of the spears ?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Anthony! Glad you liked the video. Yes, I occasionally will lose a shaft, almost always because it falls into a deep crack or hole and I can't reach it! I try really hard to avoid doing that though! Best, Dan

  • @besearchingforwisdom6267
    @besearchingforwisdom6267 4 года назад

    That was a workout, You earned that take. I can't help but think that a line on the shafts would have been a help down at that depth.
    You put on a good show

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks DBSA! A line gun could def be an asset in a lot of situations. It's about impossible to be "ideally set up" for every circumstance. Free shafting usually covers all the bases most of the time for us, but you're right, there's def times where I wish I had a line shaft! Best, Dan

    • @besearchingforwisdom6267
      @besearchingforwisdom6267 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973
      DBSA...Alan, and I am confident you know what you are doing.
      When I was shooting for production I would rope them by driving it through and keep it in action. Each shaft has a quick release clip and I can switch out a new shaft and line quickly when I was too successful. Usually not more than 2 were needed, but my targets were 5-10lbs each. I'll be targeting these 300# class bluefin soon, but I am very much enjoying your show for sure

  • @sg0310
    @sg0310 4 года назад

    245' geez, how long was the deco stop?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      SG03, I think around 20 minutes. I keep all that info on a board on the boat but erased it when we cleaned the boat up. Best, Dan

  • @Figjamfishslayer
    @Figjamfishslayer 2 года назад

    I guess that answers the question about whether or not power heads are a good idea.

  • @إبرابرزن
    @إبرابرزن 4 года назад

    What is the best flashlight

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      That's a great question. I buy inexpensive lights from China as I've never been able to find a domestic light with the features I need. They're all over Ebay for $20 or so, if you go that route, buy the Panasonic rechargeables for it. Big Blue makes some great dive lights and a few of my tech buddies swear by them. My issue is that I just want an on/off switch, period. I don't want 5 settings that require 5 clicks to cycle through. Few things are more irritating them needing your light, turning it on and it's in strobe mode or low low power mode! Now you get to burn valuable time and frantically stab the button repeatably to try and find high power mode so you can actually see under the rock or wreck. No thanks. Anyway, that's my take on dive light! Best, Dan

  • @yiannisdiver9382
    @yiannisdiver9382 4 года назад

    Nice dive,big fish,an underwater battle...
    Dan,l hope that the storm, that I hear about in the news, Will pass away from you.
    God keep you safe, you and your boat!!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Yiannis, much appreciated! The Hurricane went by about 150-200 miles West of us and we suffered no ill effects. Just some heavy seas offshore. My thoughts are def with the people where it impacted. Thanks for the best wishes, and to you as well. Best, Dan

  • @nicholas2022
    @nicholas2022 4 года назад

    Awesome! Love the looks of that spot

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks NQ, it was a new spot I found the evening before and marked it for diving the next morning! Glad we stayed in the area and gave it a go! Best, Dan

  • @russian25
    @russian25 4 года назад

    the first gag, wasnt jooking, he drag you like ywhas on a jetski hahaha

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      ROH, yeah, pretty amazing the power those fish have. Sometimes you just gotta hang on! Best, Dan

  • @Miguel-wc1zn
    @Miguel-wc1zn 4 года назад

    Love watching ur videos nice catch

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks Miguel, I'm having a lot of fun posting them as well! Best, Dan

    • @Miguel-wc1zn
      @Miguel-wc1zn 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 I love the part when ur going down in the water and all thoae fishes are swimming around you and ur in the middle

  • @enriquelsanchez
    @enriquelsanchez 4 года назад

    How deep was this dive?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      ES, it was 245 feet or 74.68 meters. Best, Dan

  • @kemalcalsr7861
    @kemalcalsr7861 4 года назад

    How metr, deeep? Is it 240 fıt or metr?

    • @yiannisdiver9382
      @yiannisdiver9382 4 года назад +1

      245' is feet.
      If the diver was using meters, his dive would be 74,75 m.

  • @bfarm44
    @bfarm44 3 года назад

    How much bottom time at 245’ that’s down there

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад +1

      BF44, the way I do it, usually 3-4 minutes. You could stay a lot longer than that but you'd have to carry a lot of Deco mix and be willing to deco for an hour or two . A very rough guide would be 5-7 minutes of deco for every minute of bottom time, this can and will vary greatly based on a lot of factors. Anybody considering this type of diving must put in the time and work and get the required tech training. 245' is no joke! Best, Dan

    • @bfarm44
      @bfarm44 3 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 yeah I’m a far cry from there, lots of work to do yet

  • @Grottolova
    @Grottolova 4 года назад

    That was a lot of gas wrangling those two. Did you have 500 left when you got out?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey GL, I think he mentioned that he burned 1800, so he should have had about the same left, not bad at all for those two beauties in that depth. Really pretty new spot as well! Best, Dan

  • @odin_gamer_2748
    @odin_gamer_2748 3 года назад

    Is that in golf of mexico?

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      Hey Odin, yes, the Eastern Gulf of Mexico, off the West Florida coast. Best, Dan

  • @omanihazell433
    @omanihazell433 4 года назад

    Those were monsters take 2 shot each and still fighting. Thanks Dan!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      OH, thanks! Much appreciated! I'm still impressed he got that done without the advantage of stoning at least one of them. Great job! Best, Dan

  • @edgeebermudezmiranda5619
    @edgeebermudezmiranda5619 3 года назад

    Your d best sir...

  • @bubbletrail6404
    @bubbletrail6404 4 года назад

    Hell yes keeping up the deck shots of your kill, love it. Got to get back on one of those shallow water killing sprees, and have that boat side shot.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey BT, well, you were def one of the guys who got me doing deck footage and I appreciate it. I won't be back into "shallow" water until November but will def get some good deck footage then! Best, Dan

  • @atmm89
    @atmm89 4 года назад

    gee Dan you sucked up some air on this dive, hope all went well mate

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey atmm89, that wasn't me, it was my BIL Ricky. Yeah he def burned the mix on that dive (with good reason)! Hope all is well with you also ! Best, Dan

  • @michaelbryan5204
    @michaelbryan5204 4 года назад

    Them 2 gags give you a lot of work dan

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey MB, it was Ricky, not me, but yeah they def gave him a work out! He did a great job with them for sure! Hows it going on the other side of the world? Best, Dan

    • @michaelbryan5204
      @michaelbryan5204 4 года назад

      Not too bad just a wait on some good weather to go fish

  • @fearmyspear3731
    @fearmyspear3731 4 года назад

    I read gag hole and thought I was on the wrong website for a second

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      FMS, dude, it's early morning and I just laughed coffee onto my keyboard! Lol, glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the laugh! Best, Dan

  • @apisainawaqa1217
    @apisainawaqa1217 4 года назад

    Thanks Dan..definitely big gag

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks Apisai, glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan

  • @jasonthompson3522
    @jasonthompson3522 4 года назад

    Huge gags for sure!!! Wow!!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks JT, they sure were! Thanks for watching! Best, Dan

  • @Figjamfishslayer
    @Figjamfishslayer 2 года назад

    Wow. What a way to shorten a deep dive.

  • @theusconstitution1776
    @theusconstitution1776 3 года назад

    Where do you sell the meat? You should put a website up or put it right here on your RUclips page and sell those fillets to us pack them in ice and ship them the same day or the next day some of the world has never tasted the fish that you shoot we only get cod and haddock bass trout and walleye! 🇺🇸❤️

    • @daveobsoleteammo4547
      @daveobsoleteammo4547 Год назад

      A good plan but he works under a Commercial License and is required to sell EVERYTHING he shoots to his Commercial Supplier . That Supplier sells mostly to larger restaurants so they can offer a choice of FRESH FISH on their menu when you show up at their place for Supper .

  • @hawkins4387
    @hawkins4387 4 года назад

    Is anyone going to mention the title!? Giant.....Gag.....hole! Lmao

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Kyle...lol....somebody "brought it to my attention" the other day. I guess I should have thought that title through a little better! Best, Dan

  • @angeloc3842
    @angeloc3842 4 года назад

    Man! That was intense. 👍🏼

  • @mecima
    @mecima 2 года назад

    Warriors doing battle at the bottom of the sea and surfacing victorious, beat that!!

  • @wail2030
    @wail2030 4 года назад +1

    Ops .....!! the first one so stron make u crazy 😋

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      He def was, the diver did a great job in that depth, rounding them both up! Thanks for watching! Best, Dan

  • @doylejohnson297
    @doylejohnson297 4 года назад

    Nice second fish, Both would make some nice cuban fish sandwich. Now I’m hungry!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Hey Doyle, hard to beat a deep fried fresh Grouper sandwich on a sub roll and a cold beer! Now I'm hungry, lol. Best, Dan

  • @darrellbice5551
    @darrellbice5551 4 года назад

    simply awesome.......

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks Darrell! I really enjoyed watching him get it done as well! Best, Dan

  • @Beryce72
    @Beryce72 4 года назад

    Nice!

  • @edgarsulayao8225
    @edgarsulayao8225 4 года назад

    hi dan,🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️ nice catch, keep safe always man,

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Edgar, thanks buddy, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the well wishes. I'll def try to stay safe and you please do the same. Best, Dan

  • @mikejenkins4598
    @mikejenkins4598 4 года назад

    Gag or black , never could tell them apart . Especially under water .

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Mike, The Blacks in our area are much "darker" than the gags, but I know in some areas they can have very similar color patterns. I like them both! Best, Dan

  • @patrickward7671
    @patrickward7671 4 года назад

    DETROIT MICHIGAN WELDER NOTICED THAT...DAMN ABSOLUTE GLASS OFF 🤙⚓😎

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks PW, I always appreciate your comments! Best, Dan

  • @jasonanderson261
    @jasonanderson261 4 года назад

    lol the DECO gods... yes indeed

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      JA, boy isn't that the truth...they can be non forgiving gods as well...lol...Best, Dan

  • @andrefantozzi3131
    @andrefantozzi3131 4 года назад

    BRASIL .mostrar o peixe no barco

    • @daveobsoleteammo4547
      @daveobsoleteammo4547 Год назад

      He did this time , and you heard his ask for extra time to leave the fish alone for a bit so he could get them on film . Really nice big fish those were .

  • @Angkol
    @Angkol 3 года назад

    so lucky...nice

  • @peddypride
    @peddypride 4 года назад

    Your a beast bud! Don’t have the balls or training to dive that deep I will stay under 160

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Peddy, I really like the 150'-160' as well. In the hot Summer months in this area, the fish are out deeper in cooler water, so that's where we go. And you're def right, extended range depths require lots and lots of training! Best, Dan

  • @knightclan4
    @knightclan4 4 года назад

    Breathing rate went up a bit with that battle.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      RK, that it did but not too bad. He probably would have usually burned 1200-1400 and ended up burning 1800 or so. Understandably so! Best, Dan

  • @rosspittman6556
    @rosspittman6556 4 года назад

    Nothing like having to work in a sand storm!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      RP, it def was that! Small spot with a lot going on. He did well, could have gone sideways pretty easily! Best, Dan

  • @arijitthakur991
    @arijitthakur991 4 года назад

    Do you like blinding them alive? I have seen most European (Greek, Italian or Spanish) spear fishing folks carry a small knife that they stick into the head of fish caught. End of struggle.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Arijit, when you're diving in 80 meters, every second counts. Trying to pull and use a kill knife on two large Grouper is a lot easier said than done. I carry a kill knife and have used it on occasion, but never in that deep of water on two large fish like that. Dan

  • @dsante56
    @dsante56 4 года назад +1

    The viz was incredible, look like pure glass.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Hey Daniel, it was literally the calm before the storm as we had a TS and then a Hurricane roll through the Gulf the following week. Don't know what the viz is like out there now, but you're right, it was great that trip! Best, Dan

    • @dsante56
      @dsante56 4 года назад

      Dan MacMahon thanks Dan!

  • @johnjohnboyer4064
    @johnjohnboyer4064 4 года назад +3

    You should do longer vids and commentary you could turn this channel into something amazing your a great spearfisherman and this channel and you have a lot of potential

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +2

      Thanks JJB, I was playing around with the idea of maybe doing a minute or two of pre-dive stuff on the boat, maybe showing the spot on the sounder, talking about it (briefly) and maybe a minute of getting ready. I'll give it a shot asap and see how it goes. If you have any specific or additional advise, I'll def be up to listening. Thanks, Dan

    • @billtreadway6407
      @billtreadway6407 4 года назад

      At 245' it is obviously a tech dive. Some should be warned the profile is for very experienced divers... Plus at that depth bottom time makes for mighty quick video. Love it!!

  • @simeoncoleman8629
    @simeoncoleman8629 3 года назад

    Damn that lol it’s time for a power head

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      SC, I agree, would have def made things easier! Best, Dan

  • @reztybautista5265
    @reztybautista5265 4 года назад

    Wow..nice

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Retzy! He def did a great job on those Gags! Best, Dan

  • @tlpoutdoorsman
    @tlpoutdoorsman 4 года назад

    I think on a deep dive like that I would be doing PH's. .. more efficient, cleaner, qiuck.. bang bang, pu and go

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +2

      TOD, you def could, I just really enjoy the free shafting part of it. I do know some guys who pretty much exclusively PH, but it just never was the way I wanted to go. But I do completely get what you're saying! Best, Dan

    • @tlpoutdoorsman
      @tlpoutdoorsman 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 I agree I love free shafting as well spearing the whole experience I'm just thinking on a deep technical dive like that big fish not a whole lot of time to wrestle with the fish ph the way to go :) I think that's why you use powerheads on AJ's you get a missed shot on those guys bye-bye shaft

  • @fearlessphil12
    @fearlessphil12 3 года назад

    I wish you guys would use a small braining knife to subdue your fish. Seems like it would save you some time.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      FLP12, I occasionally will, never in the real deep stuff though. A couple of the guys use them on a regular basis. Best, Dan

  • @ferbertcomabig8423
    @ferbertcomabig8423 4 года назад

    wow nice spot

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey FC, it sure was. I hope I get a chance to personally dive it some day. Like you said, really a nice spot! Best, Dan

  • @paul-up5jy
    @paul-up5jy 4 года назад

    Seamed to a bit off a hard dive that one A. cheer's.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Hey Paul, it was def a high effort dive. I thought he did a great job with it though. Glad you liked it! Best, Dan

    • @daveobsoleteammo4547
      @daveobsoleteammo4547 Год назад

      Hanging onto a shaft going through a really big STRONG fish will wear you out fast . It was not easy to get the fish placed on the stringer .

  • @firefightergarcia
    @firefightergarcia 4 года назад

    What a pair of good looking ladies

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Voodoo, they sure were! When they broke the surface, I initially thought it was a big Black but quickly realized they were Gags! Great fish! Best, Dan

  • @georgekitchen7945
    @georgekitchen7945 4 года назад

    Just love this guy..Just love your channel ❤

  • @sfowler8942
    @sfowler8942 4 года назад

    Another great video! Thanks, Rick. Great fish!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Thanks SF, gotta admit I was impressed with those two beauties in that depth of water! Glad you enjoyed the video! Best, Dan

  • @spencerbass7142
    @spencerbass7142 3 года назад

    Wow.

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      SB, yeah Ricky did a great job on those two fish, I was really impressed with that dive! Best, Dan

  • @pasqualeesposito7811
    @pasqualeesposito7811 4 года назад

    Spearfishing with oxygen tanks ?? What a hell is this ??? But is not allowed all this!!!!!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      PE, huh? Spearfishing with Scuba is normal and legal in many parts of the world. Dan

    • @pasqualeesposito7811
      @pasqualeesposito7811 4 года назад

      Dan MacMahon I was not aware that somewhere is legal........I disapprove it totally!!!!!

  • @curtisbeers9383
    @curtisbeers9383 4 года назад

    Nice editing at the end. Good cut!

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Thanks CB, I realized that the diver probably cut off his camera at the surface so I grabbed mine and recorded the fish on the deck. Really glad a lot of you guys convinced me to do that! Best, Dan

  • @vantatafishing
    @vantatafishing 4 года назад

    Strong gag..

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад +1

      Hey Van, they are that! Not too many fish stronger pound for pound than a big Gag! Thanks for watching, Best, Dan

    • @vantatafishing
      @vantatafishing 4 года назад

      @@danmacmahon3973 cant wait to watching your next video.. 😁👍

  • @davidceladamateos7318
    @davidceladamateos7318 4 года назад +1

    I don’t know where is it, but in Spain is not legal, and if police catch go to the jail directly, this must be prohibited global world, not any value finishing like this, for me is ^ big Mather fucker^

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Ravid, it's commercial spear fishing, which accounts for well less than 1% of the commercial bottom fish fishery in the Gulf of Mexico. We have a well managed fishery and fish populations are steady or growing. Dan

  • @ciclopemit
    @ciclopemit 4 года назад

    Debería estar prohibido pescar con botella!!! 👎

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Clope, thanks for watching, Dan

    • @daveobsoleteammo4547
      @daveobsoleteammo4547 Год назад

      There is now way anyone using a snorkel can dive down 245 feet , and it takes a special breathing mix ( not oxygen ) to play in the deeper water . This is his job , and he gathers fish for a Commercial Supplier who sells FRESH FISH to bigger restaurants so there will be fish choices on the menu when you show up for dinner .

  • @briandiaz2866
    @briandiaz2866 4 года назад

    No scuba diving

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Brian, hard to snorkel in 250" for bottom fish. Dan

  • @georgekitchen7945
    @georgekitchen7945 4 года назад

    You need to set up a PayPal account also

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      GTK, not to sound stupid, but why? Thanks, Dan

  • @lukel8045
    @lukel8045 4 года назад

    Title reminds me of my ex

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  4 года назад

      Luke...oh lordy, I might should have rethought that title...lol...that is funny though! Best, Dan

  • @michaelbradley5586
    @michaelbradley5586 3 года назад

    lol 45 to 50

    • @danmacmahon3973
      @danmacmahon3973  3 года назад

      MB, they were def a great pair of Gags...pretty impressive for that depth! Best, Dan

  • @mascianogaldino8300
    @mascianogaldino8300 4 года назад

    Schw de bola