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Better Spearfishing
by Nick Croukamp
Everything you ever wanted to know about spearfishing....and more! Nick shares the tips and tricks he's learned over 30 years of spearfishing around the world to help you get more out of your spearfishing...along with some tall tales and amusing adventures along the way. Enjoy!
Episodes
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Interpacifics preparation plus some general updates
A brief update on preparation for the interpacifics competition coming up, plus general updates and sharing details from yesterday's dive
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Seeing my first great white shark
I saw my first great white shark last weekend! In this episode I share the day out diving and the details of the experience
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Diving after a long break
What happens if you haven't been diving for a while? I share what I experienced, plus an awesome new technique I discovered (accidentally!) to bring fish in. Then a new series for the podcast
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What bowhunting taught me about spearfishing
I recently got into bowhunting using a traditional wood longbow, and the learning experience of being a beginer again reminded me of many similarities with spearfishing
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Getting your family into diving and fishing
I share my recent experience of teaching my step-son and fiance to dive, as well as starting my family on fishing, and how to get young people into this great sport in a way that will encourage them
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Fish biology and how to find different types of fish
A quick recap of the Perth metro-masters competition we won and how to find different types of fish by understanding how they feed, their vision, and what their bodies are designed for.
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Diving the New zealand nationals in Stewart Island
Graham and I headed over to Stewart Island in New Zealand to compete in the national competition. We had a fantastic experience diving in the cold 13 degree water and I learnt a few useful things which I share here
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Longer, harder, deeper! Improve your bottom time
I share what I learnt from my recent trip with Micka about improving my bottom time, plus how to get wary tropical fish to come closer, and where to hide to give me the maximum chance
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The picture versus the story
Thanks to Micka for providing the topic and ideas for this episode. This presents a different way to judge a catch : by how impressive the picture is, or how impressive the story is
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Freediving in Bali
I had a wonderful freediving trip to Amed in the North of Bali to escape Perths winter. I describe the place and why its become the freediving mecca for this part of the world. The reef was awesome and I focused on video-fishing. Highly recommended
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Winter diving
Quick update on the podcast and some pointers and tips for winter diving
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I hated floatlines, now I love them. Here's why
For the last 20 years I've mostly used reelguns. I started using floatlines again this year, and to my great surprise I'm loving them. In this episode I share what I've learned about floatlines, and why I'm now using them. Plus my new favourite gun combination
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How to do well in spearfishing competitions
I share some tips and tricks on how to prepare for spearfishing competitions if you want to place well. Enjoy
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The one thing the spearfishing-industrial complex doesn't want you to know!
Something a bit lighter in this podcast. I share a secret tip that everyone can use to catch great fish, using the gear they already have, and diving to the depth they are comfortable at. Enjoy
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Diving alone?
Don't dive alone! It's the best safety advice we have. In this episode I share details behind this, as well as the different risks between spearfishing and freediving, plus some extra safety tips to keep you safe in the water
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Macro versus micro diving
I share what I learned from competition diving and how "micro" diving can help you catch different fish even on heavily dived spots
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Keiren Limpus interview
Keiren is a top level diver competing both nationally and internationally for Australia. We dove the Australian national titles together, then Keiren sat down to share his story and learnings, as well as his spearfishing coaching courses
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Choosing the right fins
Confused over which fins to gey? Plastic, fibreglass, carbon fibre, softs or mediums....in this episode I explain all the factors involved plus some simple tests you can do to choose the best option for you
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What I learned from William Trubridge
William Trubridge is an elite professional freediver who gave a talk at Adreno here in Perth recently. I share my takeaway learnings from his talk, as well as some mental techniques I use for spearfishing. Thanks for the great talk William
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Many little lessons
A random collection of all the interesting tips and tricks I learnt from 40 divers over the last few weeks competition
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Overview of the interpacific championships in New Zealand
I share my experience of competing in the interpacific championships in New Zealand, what I learned, plus what I liked and disliked
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Finding the good spots
Finding the good spots a.k.a. scouting. In this episode I share how to scout from either the shore or a boat and what to look for to find good spots that will produce fish
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How many spearguns do you need?
Spearguns!! Everyone's favourite topic. But how many do you really need to catch the fish you want? In this episode I share the factors you need to consider when building your arsenal of spearguns
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Winning the South Australian State titles with Ethan Yeo
Ethan joins me in this podcast to share his recent win of the South Australian Spearfishing State Titles, as well as details about diving South Australia. Ethan's story is a true zero-to-hero success story - from starting spearfishing 3 years ago to champion. Well done Ethan!
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El Nino weather
We are having an El Nino event here in Perth this summer, with lots of strong offshore winds. I discuss my last two weeks diving and how the weather has affected this, plus some new rollergun findings
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Why do we spearfish?
Something a bit different- I go through some philosophy and biology to try understand what drives us to dive
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Speargun accuracy and rollerguns
This is a technical one - the results of testing all my spearguns on a target, the theory and physics behind accuracy, then testing my three new rollerguns and being very pleasantly surprised
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Dive shallow
After a great dive this weekend where the deepest dive was 3m, I realised that you can learn practically everything you need to know about hunting fish in really shallow water. I share the techniques and tricks to use in shallow water. Seriously, dive shallow, its so underrated!
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Australian Spearfishing Team Profile: Trevor Ketchion
In this episode pro diver Trevor Ketchion joins to share his experiences and give an overview of how international spearfishing competitions work, plus how you can support the Australian team for the upcoming interpacific competition. Keep tuned for more interviews of the Australian team atheletes.
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In the Australian spearfishing team
I'm happy to share I was selected to represent Australia in the national spearfishing team in the Interpacics competition in March 2024 in New Zealand. In this episode I give a brief overview of the competition structure, then share how I'm identifying my weak points for training. I spent a lot…
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A surprise interview...of me!
After recording the last episode with Micka and Antoinne they sprung a surprise on me - they interviewed me! We also talk about some tricks we discovered from diving together
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Staying healthy for diving
Ear infection? Trouble equalising? Here's what you need to do to stay healthy for diving. Especially useful for diving trips to the tropics
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extreme bluewater diving in Indonesia
I have just spent a week diving an island in Indonesia with my friends Antoinne and Micka. On this extended episode they describe the conditions, equipment and techniques they use to catch wahoo, dogtooth tuna and many interesting reef fish. This episode is packed with tips for bluewater diving....
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Freediving with David Mulheron
Renowned freediver David Mulheron shares an insight into the world of professional freediving. David shares tips and advice on how to improve your diving....and (spoiler alert) - tips on how most divers can get a 5 minute breathhold!!!
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When in doubt just go
Everything looked doubtful about yesterday....marginal forecast, noone else keen....but I went anyway and had an awesom day. I describe the day out, plus what I discovered and some useful tips and tricks for shallow water diving
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Perfect conditions
The weather this weekend was perfect! No wind, no swell, 25m visibility. I describe what we saw diving, plus the seasonal variation of fish I've noticed
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Pre-dive and post-dive preparation
In this episode I discuss how to prepare for your dive, both before and after. Having your logistics sorted out and systematic makes it so much easier to get out diving and get all the tedious jobs like cleaning gear done quickly and efficiently.
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Covering ground
Over my last two dives the ocean conditions have varied widely. In this episode I share the importance of covering ground and moving spots to find the fish - plus a wonderful experience with a huge school of pink snapper
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Finally good weather
Well there was a break in the foul winter weather at last so I got out diving on Saturday and Sunday. The conditions changed overnight and lead to some unexpected changes in the conditions which I share
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Spearfishing Sicily with Aldo Turco
In this episode my buddy Aldo Turco joins from Sicily. Aldo is a marine biologist who has dived all over the world and now lives back in his native Sicily. Aldo shares what the diving in Sicily is like, plus some tips and techniques for anyone visiting. Thanks Aldo!
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How long does it take to master spearfishing
In this episode I share some thoughts on how long it takes to get good at spearfishing. Then I share practical suggestions on what can help you accelerate your improvement
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Rhys Clay on spearfishing multiple locations
Two-time guest on the podcast Rhys Clay joins to share his experience of several diving destinations and how they differed. From the cold water of Victoria in south-eastern Australia, up the coast to Coffs Harbour in New South Wales and then Queensland...plus Samoa and Fiji. Rhys gives a great...
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Enjoying small achievements
Well it's been a month of winter storms, both in Perth and during a family holiday to Cape Town. I share my one day out diving and how to enjoy the small wins when that's all you can do
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Functional Training for Spearfishing - With Jared Rosenberg
Jared Rosenberg from Earth and Ocean Fit is a functional strength coach who has developed trainig programs specifically for watersports like surfing and spearfishing. Jared shares his experience getting into spearfishing, as well as how his courses assist with fitness for spearfishing. Check out...
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Changing seasons
Well winter is well underway here in Perth but there's still lots of great diving to be had. I share my recent dives and catches, plus some winter projects
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Freshwater spearfishing in America with Ryan Peterson
In this episode Ryan Peterson discusses his recent experience at the World Freshwater Spearfishing Competition, as well as how he got into spearfishing. He explains lots about freshwater spearfishing, the conditions, the locations, the fish - basically everything you need to know. Many people…
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Fish art with Deryck Tan
In this episode chef extraordinaire Deryck Tan shares tips on how he gets the most out of his catch. Deryck is also passionate about imortalizing his catch using the Japanese art gyotaku. Deryck shares how to do this,plus a special blind taste test of 5 common fish that left us all surprised at…
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Training for spearfishing
In this episode I share a few training techniques that you can useto improve your diving and spearfishing. Many of these can even be done sitting at home, and they all help
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Physiology and nutrition for spearfishing
In this episode I share details on how your body responds to diving, and the sort of foods that will help you during diving
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Diving in caves
In this episode I share tips and tricks on catching fish from caves
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Everything you ever wanted to know about spearfishing....and more! Nick shares the tips and tricks he's learned over 30 years of spearfishing around the world to help you get more out of your spearfishing...along with some tall tales and amusing adventures along the way. Enjoy!
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Everything you ever wanted to know about spearfishing....and more! Nick shares the tips and tricks he's learned over 30 years of spearfishing around the world to help you get more out of your spearfishing...along with some tall tales and amusing adventures along the way. Enjoy!
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