Spearfishing Monster Grouper in Cozumel - Ted's HoldOver
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This is the story of my 4th trip to Cozumel Island, Quintana Roo, Mexico. This trip was one week. It started out very slowly, as many of my spearfishing trips do. You simply cannot train for the ocean. You can get in shape, and you can practice technique. But, there is no facility that can train you for waves pounding on your head, a 2-knot water current, and the occasional gulp of sea water. So, as usual, it took me a few days to find my feet (fins).
About Leo and his business: I met "the gringo" for the first time in 2009. He had just moved to the island from the Netherlands. Back then, his advertising was limited to word of mouth and paper flyers that he gave to local restaurants. Three years later, Leo now owns one of the most successful spearfishing businesses in the world. If you dive with him, you will know why. The guy does it RIGHT. Leo's right-hand man is a sanguine Argentinian named Rodrigo, and his captain is Daniel. All of these guys know exactly what they are doing, and have the rare gift of being personal and professional at once. If you go out with them, you are going to have a great day -- but, first-most, you are going to be safe and come back in one piece.
Leo's official website is: www.spearfishingtoday.com/
The story of the boat sinking:
Here is a link to a brief synopsis re: the rescue of the 9 castaways: www.superyachttimes.com/editor...
And here is an English Translation of the local news story: translate.google.com/translate...
Finally, I need to give some credit to the boys at Mako Spearguns: www.makospearguns.com/. Those guys came through for me with flying colors at the 11th hour, planning for this trip. All the great underwater footage you saw was due in large part to their special "Mako" lens that replaces the original domed lens on the GoPro cameras. Without this lens, uw footage is significantly more blurry. Anyway, when I called to order a lens, they were out of stock. I told them of my predicament (short time-line before I had to leave), and they had the manufacturer overnight me one from their facility. So, to the guys at Mako, a HUGE THANKYOU!
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I always come back to Ted's, such great videos without dumb jump cuts, clickbait titles/thumbnails. Just what we want! ❤
if u ever get the chance, post more spear fishing vids, they're awesome man.
@emilyseigars1737
7 жыл бұрын
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@jonas53HB
6 жыл бұрын
Juan D hhh
thank you for introducing me to spearfishing. my family went on a 6 month sabbatical and spearfishing made the vacation all the more memorable. thank you!
I love these videos Ted. I re-watch your diving videos over and over again, your commentary makes it even better
Thanks Ted learnin' alot. You are the: Bunny Killin', Dove Grillin', Deep Divin', Tack Driving Boss! Lord Bless You and Yours!
@shinnoblablah5409
9 жыл бұрын
bunny killin' dove grillin' :DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
@divided5612
6 жыл бұрын
That’s a mad as rap
Ted do more spearfishing videos
Watched this a thousand times and never get tired of it lol
Awesome work man. I spend my entire day watching these videos. Good job with the explanations and all man!
80ft deep! Damn, I need some serious practice before I attempt that depth without my tank. Awesome videos, I'm definitely going to give spear fishing a shot after watching your videos. Awesome man!
@bigd158
7 жыл бұрын
note in the Bahamas you can't spearfish with a tank
At 10:36 I went on that cruise to Cozumel, I don't know if that was the exact ship but it's cool that you were there!
Hi Edgun, First, thank you so much for doing all the work to put these great spearfishing videos together. I was born in Cuba close by the sea, and did spearfishing since the age of 12, from the first moment I knew that the sea was part of my life. All your videos bring back awesome memories. Thank you
So awesome of you to share such expiriences with us. Thank you for doing so!
God damn it dude. I don't even like sea food that much and your making me want to eat sea food now
at 3:47 did no one else notice the no nuts no glory saying on the boat
Ted these vids are the best!! I love the change in pace and love love see the different ways to cook up fish! I love my fish cooked up exactly the same way as you!
Awww man....that looks like loads of fun!
how long can you hold your breath lol
@GAMA_9
8 жыл бұрын
logic!
make more polespearing videos!!! they're so sick
Righteous!! I used to dive crayfish and mollusks off the Cape coast in SA, havent done in almost 6 years now, since living in UK, these videos take me right back home!! Those are some beautiful fish, well done!
Greatest spearfishing report ever!!! congrats Ted
Just a question, how in the hell do you hold your breath for that long and that deep? Is that just in the Spearfishing training?
@bobg2098
9 жыл бұрын
There is a video of his spearfishing diving that says he does over 200 miles of cycling every week to build the stamina.
@KimchiKarma
9 жыл бұрын
Roberto Garcia wait, but how would that increase his breath hold ? :/
@emorymyparentsnevergavemea5882
9 жыл бұрын
Imthatkorean It requires energy, and energy requires oxygen, so he needs to breath a lot while cycling with how far he's going.
@saltlifejacob
9 жыл бұрын
Imthatkorean practice makes perfect (: just a tip for everyone grouper can see the direction your eyes are looking
@bobg2098
9 жыл бұрын
Imthatkorean your lungs are like a muscle, the more you work them out which involves in exercising, the more your lungs expand causing the volume capacity of oxygen to increase. This help to last longer in runs or swims, you build up endurance. Now to hold your breath longer it involves practice and control of holding your breath.
i am not an expert but I heard that it could be pretty dangerous diving alone I heard some people died
man you have the greatest experiences when it comes to the outdoors. so envious
Awesome fishing . Watching this is as close as I will ever get . I'm a prairie boy in Alberta,Canada and the ocean terrifies me but love watching these great videos
how do you hold your breath that long? you guys are amazimg 😊
@sgstewart91
8 жыл бұрын
ikr
@insanefijian6226
8 жыл бұрын
He says it 9i one of his videos that he cycled 200 miles a week to prepare
@navadofarquharson1979
7 жыл бұрын
no they have goggles
@xXThegoldenkeyXx
7 жыл бұрын
+Navado Farquharson you must be dumb
@navadofarquharson1979
7 жыл бұрын
no I'm not
If you made more of these videos your channel would most definately grow.
One of my favorite videos yet!!!! Looks like a great trip!
Great video, always a pleasure watching them.
You should start a go fund me for your spear fishing trips. I'd be happy to contribute a little since I've been free loading off these videos for years.
Doesn't Cozumel look a lot like Madagascar, or is it just me?
@patrioticparadox
10 жыл бұрын
Just you
@AEsir_Goji
10 жыл бұрын
Thought so, dammit.
@nevlow137
9 жыл бұрын
#MADACASCARisalittlelonger:D
@nevlow137
9 жыл бұрын
Nevlow g not c
Best spearfishing video ever, showed it to my family and they loved it! I love how he talks about everything. Unlike all the other Australian spearfishing videos I've seen where they just play music and stuff.This is awesome stuff, keep it up!
Not the usual quality Ted - better than ever! Love it.
Wow what a great retreat from the hustle and bussle of America. Everyone seems to scratch eachothers backs.
Here it is March 21, 2017 and I'm re-watching this video, and it was just as good the second time around!! I wish you could do more of this type of video, but I'm happy getting anything from you!!! Thanks for sharing Ted; .........
Never a dull vid! Amazing!
Another great video! Thanks for sharing your vacation with us!
Bravo Ted! This is a very nice film you made! Thank you very much!
Great Vid! glad you took time to share your adventure with us!
Oh I am envious of that! We do a lot of that here in South Texas (will be posting some videos over the course of the summer). Love the video... lots of love to you Sconnies! (My wife is from Orfordville!). Keep posting the great vids!
Looks like you had a great time. Thanks for sharing Ted.
Thank you for sharing your trip. I've been to the Caribbean many times and it's a great place. Very friendly people there. I've done some scuba & snorkeling there and it's so awesome on the tropical reefs. I'll be going back too!
Sounds like a good trip man. Next time you go id like to see more vids like this! Keep it up!
Another outstanding Video!! You are living the life!!
Ted, That's probably the ultimate getaway video, my hat's off to you, I did alot of freediving while overseas, (USMC) and this video just brought it all back, Thanks for the video keep-em coming....
Awesome video...never saw spearfishing before this video...thanks for broadening my horizons!
Your videos are really cool man, just got introduced to the channel but i love the way you produce these, the random facts and adventures. really cool... unlike anything ive seen on youtube. keep it up!
Very pleasant moment watching the video and listening the comments. Keep simple and humble like that, very nice !
This was a GREAT video!! Interesting in SO many ways!!! 👍🏼👍🏼😊
this stuff takes some balls to do...i love the footage..thanks for sharing
This was a great video. I'm glad you took us along with you!
Once again this is amazing
Awesome video, thank you so much for sharing! It's not the first time I heard good things about spearfishing today. They are my #1 choice for my next vacation.
I just left Cozumel. The scuba diving was amazing. Will have to spear fish next time. Great video Ted.
New thing on my bucket list, fishing and eating with Ted.
incredible, great vid as always! one of my favorite subs so far.
Great video, Ted. New venue, new quarry and a great adventure to share. As usual, the videography, editing, side stories and narrative combine to make great entertainment. Great antidote for cabin fever. Best., Dan in Spokane
Looks like a cool trip Ted! I'm jealous!!
That's a good day man. Love Cozumel. Nice video.
Great video from start to finish.
that looks like a blast..great video Ted
Your videos are probably my favorite to watch on KZread. They're funny, educational, exciting and just overall awesome :). Kudos for all the videos you've made so far and I'm looking forward to the videos to come! :D
love these spearfishing videos!
I love watching u spearfish it looks really fun
Incredible footage Ted. Congrats. The place its amazing.
As usual You are on your game Brother! Awesome!!!!
Ted - I can honestly say you have some of the best hunting videos on KZread. This spearfishing video was superb, too. Loving the channel...keep up the good work!
I went to Isla Mujeres, Quinta Roo this summer. Pretty much the same area. I loved it. Beautiful waters, beautiful fish, excellent spear fishing. Great video!
Just bought a GoPro Hero2 and took it scuba diving in Grand Cayman. Used a Snake River Prototyping Red lense for focus and to put the color back in the salt water pic/videos...Used a 32" Long 1/2" plastic conduit with a tripod camera adapter hold it and stabilize to reach the reef fish. 12 Dives, hours of HD video and 1,600 11GB pics and only used 1/2 the 32 GB card! Scuba Dived Cozumel years ago..you could pet huge 6' Groupers under their chins. Good stories and videos, keep it up, thanks,NY
You are fantastic ! I love this movie thanks for sharing ! Felipe - Brazil
What a great video Ted! Well done!
I am impressed by your ability to hold your breath and dive so deep and keep your wits! Nice hunting video. Good grouper.
What a great video, cheers Ted...
Welcome to the Gulf of America! Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent video, as we have come to expect from you.
great vid, as always! love hearing your commentary man
Yet another outstanding video, Ted. It's amazing that an "amateur" can make such professional grade videos.
I love your videos! They are really well made and easy and interesting to watch! Thank's for sharing them with us:-)
Awesome Video Ted!!!!! It was like watching one of those spearfishing TV Shows. Excellent Job!!!
Damn Ted you can hold your breath for a long time!
awesome video, commentary, story, experience !
You actually make the most amazing videos.
Excellent video,more more more!
this is my new favorite channel, glad i found it. keep up the lifestyle man.
Great video! Thanks for sharing with us.
Looks like fun. Good job!
Finaly some spearfishing!!! thanks alot and please keep the spearfishing videos
man all i have to say is i started whatching your videos today and i have been watching them for a bout 2-3 hours love them soo much i am now subscribed please keep em coming :)
What a fun video. I would love to book this vacation.
So awesome !
Please put more of these up they are awsome!
love all of your vids
Loving your spearfishing videos
Great job, as always. Keep going.
Hey Ted. Been watching your channel for a while now, always good stuff in here with good ethics and practices at work. Hadn't expected you to be into free diving and am very impressed. More of a shotgunner myself but always enjoy your videos. Keep them coming!
one of your best videos
Dude, i really love your video's. I accidentally came across one of your video's yesterday, but I'm really enjoying all of them!
Great video! We vacation every year down in Mexico,and usually hit Cozumel every other year. Great place to vacation! I really enjoy your videos, especially the fishing one!
Awesome trip and video Ted! As always, very interested and cool. :)
very enjoyable watch. thanks
Another GREAT VIDEO, I love seeing your other videos, but different scenery is good too, can't wait for some other hunting video, or shore fishings.