the Spearo's Guide - An Introduction to Spearfishing by 23six Productions Co. - Eveything divers need to know to start Spearfishing


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The Spearo's Guide is a 2-DVD reference compilation covering everything divers need to know to start Spearfishing. Beginning with the absolute basics, to equipment specifics and rigging options, to actual hunting with real footage showing examples. Rounding it all up with how to clean and prepare your fish. Special Introductions by Denny O'Hearn of the Fishing Rights Alliance and Martin Stepanek of Freediving Instructors International. Written & Narrated by Les Moscariello with special guest divers: Patrick Smith, Shane Burns, Carey "Stoker" Larsen, Brian Lee, Harry Kambouropoulos, Rob Sterling, Antonio Andreon, German Martinez, Rob Little, Ben Alvarez, Justin Richardson, Josh Larsen and more from the Palm Beach Freedivers.





Disc 1 covers the first 6 chapters including the Introduction, Personal Gear, Polespears & Slings, Spearguns, Rigging and Getting to the Fish. The chapters & sub-chapters are listed below.



		Special Guest Introduction: Denny O'Hearn from the Fishing Rights Alliance FRA Special Guest Introduction: Martin Stepanek from Freediving Instructors International FII


		All of the basic topics including the following: Masks & Snorkels Fins & Booties Wetsuits Gloves & Weights Knives Stringers What about Sharks? Miscellaneous items


		In this chapter we talk about...well... Polespears & Slings We go over the different sizes, materials, tips loading procedures, etc. Patrick Smith shows us some real world examples with polespears and a sling.


		We explain the differences between the various types of spearguns, their basic setup and how to load each one in the following sub-chapters. Overview American Euro Pneumatics Summary Harry Kambouropoulos shares his expertise on Pneumatics on a dive in Palm Beach.


		If you plan to take up Spearfishing, you will need to learn some rigging techniques. We take you through some key points here: Standard Setup Floatline Setup Reel Setup Knots for a Reel Breakaway Setup Shooting Lines Power Bands Sharpening Shafts


		There's more than one way to do this. This is not an in-depth chapter on all of them, but we wanted to point out the most common ways to get in the water and out to the fish. Preview Shore Diving Kayak Diving Personal Watercraft Boat Diving




		Disc 2 covers Chapters 7 & 8 including Hunting Techniques, Care for your Catch and the Credits outlining everyone who helped make this production a reality.



		Finally, on to the good stuff. This chapter is all underwater and 40 minutes of footage with a narration describing the technique and skills listed here: Fish ID, Shot Placement, Tips & Tricks, Aspeto, Stalking, Silencing Fish, Creating Interest, Looking in Holes, Looking on Rays and Sharks, Spearing Schooling Fish, Buddy Teams, Dangerous Fish, Deep Wrecks and a brief section on Bluewater Hunting and what to expect miles offshore.


		There is no better meal than fresh caught fish and the satisfaction of preparing it yourself the same day. This chapter really shows you what you need to know to get started with: Cleaning Fish Lobster Prep Seal & Storage Seasoning Grilling


		I have a lot of people and businesses to thank for their efforts, support and time. Thanks for all of your help, I could not have done this myself or without all of your dedicated support. Additionally, we close the DVD with The Spearfishing Code of Conduct as put together by Chip Bissell aka Seacidal and his team.

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