DIVERS CAUGHT IN UNDERWATER VORTEX

[@dontprayforme]

No one told him about the old “don’t bring a knife to a vortex fight”?

[@jermainejustinbeach3405]

LOL

[@stephanienoblet8503]

Lol 😂

[@charlesg7926]

“Put the knife down, son. You’re making a fool of yourself!” 😂

[@ange4048]

🤣🤣🤣

[@just_a_smalltowngirl585]

🤣

[@Getsum725]

“He not gonna cut his way out of bubbles” lmao best comment 😆

[@heatherlilly2344]

Thinking no one was sure how to go help initially due to the knife.

[@Vyckaxxx]

@johan 11 I think he was CS player

[@Mahargbot]

@johan 11 You definitely shouldn't be using your hands to swim while scuba diving. Hands should not be moving.

[@peterrobak]

It's a painter!

[@princesscandlewax5170]

I never even considered how much math & science is involved in diving until watching your videos. The amount of things you need to keep track of seems intimidating to me, even with a computer. It’s all very fascinating to me as a non-diver. Thank you for doing this.

[@DIVETALK]

Happy to help! It becomes second nature along the way, I know it sounds intididating but it's very simple, I promise.

[@iam____7829]

As a diver myself I second what dive talk says, it’s a lot more simple than it seems

[@heavymetalmusichead4969]

Love the profile pic .

[@georgia2321]

I’m also a non-diver - I’ve been watching dive videos for a ridiculously long time lol but I definitely know I don’t know anything about it lol. But my guess is, kinda along the lines of what they were saying, it seems like the more you do it the more intuitive it becomes, sorta like driving. I think of all the things I didn’t know when I first started driving, being nervous about it etc, and now it feels like it’s all just second nature. I don’t have to overthink things like changing lanes, or left hand turns, or check my speed every few seconds like I did when I was 16; and that ability only comes with the combination of info & lots of time “practicing” driving. No one is putting a 16yo on the interstate for their first drive, or behind the wheel of a semi truck or whatever. I think maybe a combo of information PLUS ‘practice at your current level’ is similar when it comes to diving? Start small and work your way up. Full disclaimer, I might be wayyyyy wrong haha - that’s just my best guess at why people can do it without freaking out the whole time like I would lol

[@Yggdrasil42]

You grow into it. At first the margins of error are large and you can make mistakes. When you go deeper, longer, more complex, you'll be more experienced and have had additional training.

[@stephenlamley541]

Us non divers, appreciate woodies stop start style.

[@spacespace777]

We're here for the explanations not the original video. Reaction and education:)

[@stephenlamley541]

@@spacespace777 absolutely, still not put off wanting to try diving

[@oopsallie]

I wholeheartedly agree here, he provide education and literally teaches us non-divers like me what the hell is even going on down there

[@stephenlamley541]

@@oopsallie agreed, although I feel in this one its more use to actual divers as its something that is relatively unusual. As much as this may put off some people (which I know isn't meant) I'm still very drawn to trying diving. I feel it would suit me, as I've always been able to swim underwater better than on top, self taught swimmer.

[@oopsallie]

@@stephenlamley541 Felt that, I literally don’t even know how to swim, but watching these videos would not throw me off to diving, they really just encouraged me to want to take lessons with these guys LOL! it’s so intriguing and terrifying, but with woody providing such knowledgeable points it’s fucking incredible

[@mochiboot6502]

next video idea: WOODY GETS CAUGHT IN A VORTEX WHILE DIVING FOR GOLD WITH A MACHETE

[@allosch9]

And his jet ski go boom!!

[@Arekusanda31]

You both mesh well. Not just with experience but personality as well. DONT TAKE THE KEYBOARD FROM WOODY. I LOVE hearing his thoughts

[@mmwilliams79]

Absolutely 💕

[@NoObstacle]

Woody is awesome 💚

[@soujaunlimited]

Literally could pass for blood brothers

[@ChristineMHale]

I'm new to the channel, but definitely love Woody having the keyboard.

[@Carib-ian.84]

Woody's comment at 17:17 spoken like a true DM "I wouldn't let go of him". No matter what your experience level anyone can have a freak incident of any kind, it's all how you react. Last month I had lost consciousness in an out at depth and my body and brain started symptoms of shock, hit a sudden cold thermocline, caused vertigo. I had let go and drifted away from the line. Luckily a very attentive buddy noticed he didn't see my light behind and backtracked apprehended the situation and made a safe assent. If he hadn't reacted right at that moment, I would not be here...

[@CaptainXanax]

Ok, unlike Donald Cerrone, I would try to help my partner get out of a tough spot, unless he's spinning uncontrollably with a machete in his hand like some kind of drunken ninja.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Watch how close he came to stabbing the diver trying to help him.

[@ange4048]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 love the analogy

[@ugjhgjf]

Absolutely, I'm there to help but when a knife is being whipped around randomly all bets are off.

[@GaellisDarling]

😂😂 👍

[@conservovirtus5796]

I think you're interpreting this correctly, Gus. We're clearly dealing with at least one Super Cave Diver; the gentleman attempting to stab the vortex into submission. The SCD protocols dictate any other Daddies abandoning him at this juncture and going home.

[@KDu400]

Stabbing the vortex into submission. Thanks for the laugh…you worded it perfectly 🤣

[@ziziflor9019]

This comment made me laugh so hard thank you 🤣🤣

[@stephanienoblet8503]

Lol 😂🤣😅😆😝

[@roundearthshill248]

stupid vortex never knew what hit it 🤣😂

[@Der_lachende_Sachefish]

As always, sir, your words of wisdom show the real truth and enlighten us in our attempts to follow the righ path.

[@Tenacious_Ceeee]

I love Woodies commentary because it’s so reassuring!

[@jamescall9674]

Hey guys, a fellow SSI instructor here… you are both doing a great job. Love the selection of topics which range from beginner to advanced! Keep up the great work!

[@DIVETALK]

Much appreciated!

[@bornaluckyman1]

Guys , don't worry about volume, camera focus or interruptions too much... The ball to keep focusing on is educational content, intresting content , humour and just being yourselves.. You guys have nailed it.. just don't worry.. love the channel

[@sandygrogg1203]

As an 81 year old grandmother, I am a total non-diver. But I love this channel and subscribe to it the first chance I got. I love the camaraderie between guest and witty. You can tell that they really care for each other. The chemistry between them is perfect.Thanks guys for all the hard work. You have done to bring these great videos to us, and I wish you, happiness and success with the new businesses you are starting.

[@USSVTV]

Non-diver here. LOVE the commentary. You guys are really informative and great, it's great to be able to learn the nitty-gritty about the sport. I'm a hobbyist sci-fi artist and I'm working on a character who has to cave-dive to find lost pirate treasure. Being able to add those elements of realism in that is super rewarding for me.

[@DIVETALK]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@orionthehunter217]

I can't stand fiction where it's clear that the author did zero research into something that I know a bit about. This is especially egregious when it comes to technology and hacking, movies and TV shows usually talk about it like it's magic, with explanations that make no sense at all. History is also usually misrepresented, even (or especially?) on the History Channel. So thanks for doing your due diligence so as not to come off as completely ignorant to those that actually know. That's a way to gain fans vs shooing them away.

[@spiritmatter1553]

@@orionthehunter217 History Channel: "Aliens!" 🛸 🤪

[@orionthehunter217]

@@spiritmatter1553 Exactly! I have a cousin who's really into those alien shows, I feel like such a dick when I tell him it's pure BS, my family thinks I'm a Debbie Downer just because I recognize BS for what it is. Like, oh no, let's not call out astrology for the scam it is! That's rude! lol

[@cherryblossom9034]

Honestly guys your quality keeps getting better and better!

[@DIVETALK]

Awe thank you...we try to improve with every video, and we appreciate the feedback, good or bad.

[@dwmueller76]

Love the channel ! Am I the only one that thinks that’s missing guy is not stuck in the vortex he is playing with it?

[@paulchambers360]

At 6:00 it looks like at least one diver (possibly the buddy) approaches to help, but gets affected/scared by the vortex. My main observation is that many of the divers are using split fins which often cannot generate as much force as solid fins. Great content/reaction videos, keep up the great work! (Ex Divemaster)

[@michaeltaylors2456]

Split fins are an abomination, and add fuel to the diving is for everyone fallacy

[@michaeltaylors2456]

@Orca Whale . They are useless for maintaining a position in the water. Useless for any kick style besides a straight flutter kick. It’s simply A gimmick for newbies, or the hydro *infirm among us that don’t want to put in the effort and time to be aquatically competent . Diving isn’t for everyone, no matter what PADI tries to tell us

[@Aurora70077]

@Michael Taylors I understand where you’re coming from because I agree that split fins allow divers to get propulsion even from terrible technique but I just think diving is the best way to learn to dive. It’s okay to suck at first as long as the goal is to improve technique over time. I’ve only ever used paddle fins but it’s okay to prefer either, I just don’t get the vitriol against split fins 😂

[@braxlucky5718]

Honestly at the start of the video it looks like they actually swim into the vortex to check it out

[@ange4048]

It’s a show of not only a good person but a good instructor to put yourself in the others shoes and reminding yourself at what state that person is at. Instead of being arrogant about it, and then saying what a better approach would have been if you could have brought your stress down and maintained a clear mind. It’s refreshing. So many people are too quick to criticize without putting themselves in the others shoes. Always easier to have an opinion on safe dry ground. Great video

[@stt5v2002]

I was caught in a similar type of current on one of my first check out dives as a new open water diver. There was a rotation to it and also a substantial back and forth current. I was only in about 30 feet of water and I could see the ocean floor about 15-20 feet below me. Looking at the floor dramatically increased the vertigo and produced substantial nausea. I actually vomited into my regulator. I’m quite calm in somewhat stressful situations so I handled it just fine. My instructor and I calmly moved out of the current and then surfaced briefly to be sure everything was ok. We were then able to complete the remainder of the check out. Pretty interesting early experience.

[@R1verDaze]

any other interesting experiences since?

[@nicholaspruitt9032]

Man, I wanted to be a marine biologist when I was a kid, so I thought I would always dive, but in place of that, I vicariously live through you guys, so thank you!

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you for watching Nicholas.

[@tylersmith2020]

I'm a new diver (about 25 dives, just started in a drysuit) and I love your videos! They all help me prepare and put myself in the mindset of when things go wrong. Your calm, down to earth reactions are a nice break from every other youtubers click bait and over-the top scripted reactions. Appreciate everything you both do.

[@Warentester]

Appreciate you calling yourself a new diver. I'm on a similar number of dives and wouldn't feel remotely experienced.

[@matthewstrycharz9068]

Your correct on people watching your videos that haven’t subscribed. I was one of them. Watch you all the time didn’t realize I didn’t subscribe…. Thanks!!! The best

[@bonafidesmitty]

Diving has been on my bucket list for years and am coming up on my 45th birthday, you guys have motivated me to finally take the plunge…hoping I’m not too old to start.

[@DIVETALK]

Not at all! Make it happen!

[@peteskyrunner4845]

Never too old. I've been snorkeling all my life but I didn't start diving till the age of 46, wish I'd done it sooner. I'm advanced open water certified now and loving it :-). Get on and do it!

[@unfortunatelyiamsane]

“because guess where woody is?” “GONE” “i’ll tell you where the light is, it’s at the surface” hahahahahah this. killed. me. you guys!

[@brandanroberts4366]

I actually love when you stop and explain. I’m doing my pool course on Tuesday and I feel like I have at least basic knowledge about diving because of your explanations. Very nervous though . So thank you!

[@TruthIsTheNewHate84]

How did your pool course go?

[@lucwestevoorde7576]

So this is me reacting for the first time like you suggested Gus! And I've so many things to say like you Woodie! Im in love with this channel! Three days ago I took an intrest in diving and began my research looking at the websites from several diving agencies.That day KZbin mysteriously began suggesting a diving video from.... DIVETALK. And oh boy! Am I glad it did! I can't stop watching. I feel like I learn so much every video. While knowing that I know nothing until I start my own training. Its amazing! You two definitely talked me into diving! Hope I'll dive in a rebreather some day! PK

[@Aheyz4049]

This is the only reaction channel I will watch. Reaction channels always feel so low effort but you guys add so much education and entertainment to these videos. My only complaint is that I found you too early. I blew through the backlog in a couple of days and now I have to wait for new content. Keep it up!

[@camerongoodwin2020]

We got Woody coming through nice and clear now! The Dive Talk team upgraded Woody's setup! ha! All jokes aside, I love the channel! Thanks for the content!

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you for watching

[@ogfsavv]

You guys have some of the best production I’ve seen in awhile on KZbin and the chemistry is amazing. Comedic and serious at the same time, keep up the great work guys! Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels and helping with my irrational fear of the ocean and diving in general. Seeing most problems occur when proper procedures aren’t followed instead of wild life and uncontrollable events is somewhat reassuring

[@wadablewads]

I am sure plenty of people are already saying it but I will just throw my voice in as well. Woody! Please don't apologize for pausing, I come hear to listen to you guys talk during the pauses, not the videos you are watching. I've learned a lot from you guys, love this channel.

[@warmdonuts5217]

I have no idea how I found this channel but I’ve been hooked for weeks! Never thought I’d be into diving videos, open water freaks me out!

[@neyaniyaf5831]

Hi, great videos and discussions guys! This is here in Maldives what we call a Washing Machine current (whirlpool current). Caused by the current collision on the reef or the bottom topology(depending how it is formed). Mostly happens when you doing drift dives in strong currents. Based on what I see in the video all he gotta do is , (if he can) kick to reorient himself from the spinning, at the same time hit the inflater a bit. Keep hitting inflater until he ascents away from the center of the whirlpool, which has the strongest pull and dump when he's out. From the looks of it here the intensity of the pull doesn't have a very wide radius. I would say about 2-3 meters he need to ascent. You can tell this by observing the size of the bubbles escaping from the whirlpool. Its quite fun to get into one of those if you know what you need to do. Just take your dirty laundry, spin them around and hit eject ;) Not advised for the inexperienced thought. xD Also, what he's carrying is not a machete. Its a sort of a pointer/tank banger used to get attention, also can be used to hook yourself on the reef to during a drift if needed to.

[@jameshicks3046]

Love when Woody gets the keyboard out! Don't think I would jump into help with him whirling the knife around, wonder if thats why no one came to help. Another great reaction video gentlemen! I'm also another person who is inspired by you two gents to learn scuba diving! Recovering from a serious thumb injury but when healed am going to get my Open Water Certification and my wife is going to take a refresher course!

[@Renakhalid]

You guys are the most responsive, chill, and geniune youtube personalities. Dive Talk is my not so guilty pleasure. I haven't dived in 17 years and this is such an educational and entertaining place to be.

[@coliebender3881]

I'm not a diver but this content is really interesting to me. I love hearing the details because you two clearly have a firm grasp on what you're talking about. And the content just gets better and better as you go along. Glad I'm subbed for the ride!

[@robertwise4176]

Wow I have been diving for 35 years and never seen or heard of this before. Thank you for sharing this. You never stop learning in the sport.

[@BryceGoodson]

My brother is a certified diver of some kind that I'm not exactly sure. He told me and our mother about how he almost died going into a cave once with a couple of friends, and how he was the last one leaving the cave after stopping in an air pocket. I somewhat appreciated the level of danger he was in when he told the story, but now I really know that I'm lucky to still have him in my life. He did not say if they were near a shore or in scuba gear when this happened. I think you guys are doing a great job of informing people about how to be prepared for the dangers of diving, and especially to be properly trained. I think it looks awesome, and if money were nothing I'd try it for sure.

[@davidyoung2111]

I've never dived in life, but I love these 2 guys and they have taught me ALOT. Cave diving scares the hell out of me but fascinates me at the same time. I was a proud former Marine so I don't get scared easy but running out of air in a dark, cold cave, LOST! That is more scarier (to me) then getting shot at & yes I've been stabbed & shot at. I love the show. So fascinated about cave diving. Gotta say i do love the fact that Woody can stop it to explain things. You both do your jobs very well. I wouldn't watch this if any 2 other people did it.

[@samfischer3997]

Nobody's helping because he's swinging that Rambo knife 🗡️🔪 around in like a madman

[@hyrule_hobbit3988]

Thanks!

[@MANMA25434]

trust me guys i dont come here for the camera's quality i come here for the quality of your content keep the great work guys you are amazing

[@grantmacdonald4838]

I'm a fairly green AOW diver, we have some very high current dives locally with whirlpools and this is a significant concern. Appreciate the commentary.

[@kolorzjerk]

Woodys smile at the beginning had me waiting to see if he was going to hold up a cup of coffee to the camera. Haha I’ll take the keyboard on camera haha.

[@TGears314]

I found your channel because of your review of MrBallen, and I’m still so thrilled I did. As an engineer and just a long time fan of science, I have wanted to learn how to SCUBA for a while, and I’ve learned to appreciate how difficult it is just from observation and study. The main issue I have always had is that the few instructors/insiders I’ve met have always seem egotistical. As you guys have pointed out often, that’s not ok!!! I like your channel because you guys are about facts and safety and THEN enjoyment. Kudos to you, y’all are a top notch channel with great content that is both educational and entertaining. Thank you for your hard work and for sharing knowledge!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Tucker! We appreciate the feedback.

[@fmc974]

This was a great video, guys. Man, I felt for this poor guy. Looked like he was in a washing machine! And why wouldn't anyone help?? I get the fear of being caught with him, but SOMEONE on this dive should be trained enough for the situation. And Woody, I'm w you! DO NOT let go of me until I'm all the way up! Great video. --Also, I found yall a few days ago, subscribed, and have been binge watching! Yall are great. Truly, I love this channel. I RARELY comment.. like this may be my 3rd..ever! But I just had to say how awesome the content here is. Keep it up!!

[@HitRegHud]

Heyyyyo my Family is the Mersai/Kimple family from Palau! Awesome to hear ya talk about the island. Not many people have heard about it lol

[@Stiffmiester979]

Woody has this wonderful excitement when he talks about his upcoming projects and I can't help but get giddy when I see the look on his face as he mentions cutting a regulator or blowing up hydrogen tanks lol.

[@lisasfriends]

I’m a non diver, however I’ve been enjoying your videos a great deal! At first I didn’t like all the talking but I changed my mind😀. I have learned so so much about diving. Plus, the talking with the videos immediately makes clear what you are talking about. I actually just watched sanctum (I heard you all taking about) and it was so much richer applying the ideas you talk about in your videos. So keep up the wonderful job you are doing.

[@ReptilesGeniales]

13:33 it looks to me like there are two people trapped in the vortex maybe 30 feet from each other. That’s probably why the other divers doesn’t want to come too close to the vortex cause what good can they do if they get trapped ALSO??! Nothing!!! So it’s wise for the others to wait for a better opportunity to reach out, maybe not approach when he is sinking but maybe when he starts to rise to the surface. I don’t know? What did the instructors in Palau tell you regarding vortexes, escaping one to be precise, Woody?

[@2023lm]

I prefer the longer videos. The more content the better. Dive talk is a gem

[@PetParadiseVB]

Watching everything that can go wrong, and having you guys break it down… makes me more comfortable to want to try this. Thank you. (Not going into dangerous things on purpose to be clear)

[@danmcghie30]

I've watched so many of your videos guys, I love all of them and massively appreciate the work that goes into dive talk. It was great to hear gus mention people commenting that are Interested in diving, I've always loved being in the water but after finding you guys I'm more sure than ever that I want to pursue diving, I live in the UK so am somewhat limited as a complete hopeful beginner but you guys inspire me to try and make it as some kind of certified diver, and of course to always be safe, aware and diligent in all aspects of diving ;)

[@Sasuga_Skky]

You guys are so great! One of my biggest fears is water, and yet when you guys talk about your diving adventures I almost wish I was there! Keep up the good work, and Woody please continue to pause these videos as much as you like!

[@elineman7]

Have been purging every video these guys make😊 I’m not even a diver; but really love these reactions and the education provided.

[@DIVETALK]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ToyokaX]

Loving the comments, stories and reactions! You guys are great and love what you do, and it really shows! I've never dived but I really like where you guys go with your videos and I'm happily waiting for more!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks so much!!

[@kristina8221]

New video on my birthday! Keep them coming, fellas. You two have great chemistry and camera presence.

[@DIVETALK]

Happy Birthday!

[@kristina8221]

@@DIVETALK thank you!!!

[@oopsallie]

yes another upload!!! i don’t even care that woody pauses omg that’s a personality trait! i LOVE hearing his points :)

[@AZ-Barnacle]

Honestly I have no urge to dive and never had but i can’t stop watching these videos. You guys remind me of some of my favorite teachers I had in school.

[@narci6642]

The title looks scary already!! c: I'm so glad my boyfriend recommended this channel to me, I can't stop watching all the videos on both of my accounts

[@DIVETALK]

He's a keeper

[@erikanzaldua570]

not gonna lie, I love going through the comments while watching the video while y’all are talking and have the video paused. They’re usually interesting and informative or they ask the same questions I have as a non diver

[@aarondillon5986]

Always super excited to see another upload from you guys! Also, Woody please never change 😂 your enthusiasm for blowing stuff up and other randoms shenanigans is hilarious!

[@horscategorie]

This is a great visual to show how low head dams are deadly. There is a 'vortex' like this that runs parallel to the dam with aerated water that will just hold anything or anyone. Extremely difficult to swim in aerated water. So what to do? If caught, go down - and 'crawl' your way along the bottom until you are spit out. Or so I am told. I have only pulled bodies out, often later when the water flow slows and the vortex isn't as strong.

[@ourwidowsux6892]

"I did stop it, I don't have to ask"- Woody is the best (love you too Gus)

[@StarWarsCollective]

Start/stop is great. Helps the flow of the video actually. Versus sudden interruptions, stops, and starts. Thanks for the content Gus & Woody!

[@kyleking9417]

Thanks for the great content !!

[@alexoyetunde4202]

I love how informative these videos are for someone interested in free, scuba and maybe tech diving.

[@rodrigotellez2962]

You talked about how nobody was helping the diver, but my question is: How do you help a diver in such a situation (trapped/panicked/disoriented) without getting caught in the vortex yourself?

[@tomastoth2053]

You need to send the fattest person in the team into the vortex, so he clogs up the vortex:) (just kidding, please don't try this)

[@preppingforprophecy7680]

You pray for him!

[@markouellette6868]

Maybe tether a line and toss the spool so they can grab and pull

[@nanami73_]

First get him to drop the huge knife

[@timhardman4764]

@@nanami73_ YES !!! who in his right mind is going to approach a panicked disoriented diver rotating 360 degrees every 2 seconds while slashing everywhere and anywhere with a long knife?

[@totalcap2989]

yall have become my favourite channel over the past month always the best videos for intriguing stories and insight from pros never stop pausing to explain its the best part

[@diablonorway1816]

I’ve binge watched your videos for the past three weeks and I’ve made a goal that I’m gonna have my first dive two summers from now, thanks to you 😁 I live in Norway so I really wanna dive in the fjords but I bet it’s freezing but nonetheless awesome! Keep up the good work guys! 😀

[@DIVETALK]

That is awesome!

[@Aherrxs]

I’m a free diver and this channel alone now has me obsessed with cave diving, i love it

[@ZephixLeer]

Awesome video! I'll admit, this is the kind of nightmare I expect to have happen if I ever try diving! lol

[@DIVETALK]

I’ve never seen this…not even on video until we reacted to it. So I think you are pretty safe. 🙂

[@orionthehunter217]

@@DIVETALK You guys should show some nice peaceful dives once in a while so us non-divers don't keep thinking you're all absolutely crazy. This is all we're seeing, you know. Vortexes, drowning slowly, falling to the bottom, panic and flailing in dead ends, getting lost in the dark, dying, dying, and more dying. It's like watching a train wreck, I can't look away. But if you asked me if I want to see the wreck from inside the train, my answer is naw.... that's okay. I used to never want to take up diving because of sharks. Now I don't even need sharks. Drowning in the deep is scary enough.

[@HesBack420]

Only come across your channel a few days ago but I’m already obsessed with watching your videos, never dived before or watched diving vids but definitely glad KZbin recommended you guys to me, thanks for the great videos lads.

[@lo0nyt0onz]

+1 for diving for gold video 😏 We support woody's decisions on this and making a video of it 🤘 The veiwers have spoken 😂

[@doorshotel]

I'm obsessed with this channel. I can't stop watching them!!!! Love the content.

[@PDunlo]

“Jet ski go boom” 😂 Hell yeah Woody don’t stop until you get a yes out of Gus 💪🏼

[@mackenziemeyer2285]

Woody's pause just for the fish comment was great 😂 I love the explanations and information packed into each of your videos. Glad I found this channel. Keep up the good work guys!

[@michaelpacnw2419]

As a surfer that has been caught in undertows and harsh rip currents (both above and below the surface) I may have something to add.. NEVER try to fight against the current (In this case swimming "up"). You will tire yourself out and die. You need to let yourself go with the current and swim at a right angel to the way you are being drug. Applied to this circumstance you would swim anywhere left or right.. and not worry about "up" (against the current). The current is usually narrow and you must get out of it, then re-assess the situation, form a plan, adapt and overcome. You can tell by the fish, you do not have to get that far away from where the bubbles are going down to be safe. His problem was trying to fight the current.. I'm not a diver (yet) so I am sure it's harder than it sounds.. but get your self horizontal and kick and paddle like your life depends on it. (while keeping your cool). Diving scares the hell out of me... but try an undertow when your surfboard leash snaps and the only breath you may ever get again is the one you hold in your lungs... and you are being sucked down and backwards out to sea.

[@jean-philippesabourin2418]

This channel is great!!! I love the stories with professional commentary. I was taught to dive as a kid, but am scared of open, dark water and I didn't continue. However, my dad was a clearance diver in the Canadian Navy (he was the XO on the HMCS Cormorant). So I've listened to many dive stories, over the last 40 years, and want to say that even he is impressed and intrigued by this channel. Especially as he is only open water certified and enjoys learning. Thank you for providing a great learning source that is equally as entertaining.

[@Sidraughen]

Woody, I have hope in you. One day you can convince Gus to go dive for gold with you.

[@janegermanuik933]

Dudes, you are awesome. I've been stuck watching your videos 24/7, this is just another level! Thanks!

[@kikesilva3579]

give woody two keyboards, that man is an encyclopedia the reason i subscribeb was his way to explain everything.

[@user-if4qw1ee3c]

I always love it when a Dive Talk video comes out. The pauses are usually welcome to me unless it goes on for several minutes. Your personalities are great!

[@vividesiles3763]

It must have been the longest minutes of his life omg

[@alyv3583]

Love the videos ! My favorite channel. I would love videos of maybe you all cave diving !

[@digiblak997]

You guys have convinced me to get my diving certs. You've also convinced me to never enter a cave. Thank you

[@BeanQueen17]

You guys are honestly are the best. My partner and I have been watching through all your videos. Can't get enough! We love you guys!!!!!

[@user-bv3gs4ln6e]

I almost wonder if the guy's buddies didn't go to get him because he was flailing that knife around so much and they didn't want to get injured

[@anthony39883]

I have never been interested in diving but I'm addicted to all these videos

[@RubbingPotatoes]

What causes these crazy underwater vortex? What a fascinating phenomena of nature.

[@chriscoker7794]

Some vortices are caused just by the tide and the type of terrain going from larger to smaller inlets or vise versa and also deeper to shallower. Think about bottle necking for instance. I hope that may have helped answering your question. I'm sure that there are other reasons that I'm not aware of or mentioning. Maybe someone else will chime in for more answers.

[@robreesor5011]

That last bit of this video with you guys talking about your recent dive where Gus is trying to tie a line and Woody caught the current and got spit out leaving Gus in the dark...that was awesome...you guys should do more of that type of stories about your own dives. Including all the silly or goofy stuff that happens. Even including your dive buddies that were on that dive...like a chat about the dive once you get back on the surface then add in bits of the actual dive with your groups comentary back on the boat or shore.

[@DIVETALK]

Stay tuned…a new one coming soon!

[@Streyday]

I'll never go in the water again at this rate

[@SmileBrighter26]

My husband and I both sit down evertime you guys make a video and watch it that night we get home from work. We both have never been diving before and absolutely LOVE your videos😍 hands down one of my favorite channels on youtube!!

[@DIVETALK]

Wow, thank you!

[@gdouble4593]

No one: Woody: 😊

[@aaaardvark23]

I’m a non-diver. I didn’t realize there were others like me. I love you guys and your content. I came here from Mr B Allen’s videos.

[@manfigs]

As a non diver, that used to be a strong swimmer in my prime, I would need to change my underwear after something like that.

[@angm700]

Wow!! I'm a very novice diver and I never knew something like this vortex could happen. I think this should be talked about in beginning dive classes. Loving this channel.

[@unfortunatelyiamsane]

fam- let’s not forget Cerrone’s Law* here: “Every Diver For Themselves” 🤣 this was a flawless execution of that. **do not adhere to this law, this is not a real law, it’s an inside joke among subscribers! please do everything you can to assist your dive buddies until you absolutely cannot any longer, thank you.* lol

[@jdh9219]

KZbin needs more people like you two, keep up the awesome attitude and videos.

[@robk5437]

To me it looks like they're trying to stay in it. I could be completely wrong here but it looks like they are having fun. The one guy is trying to stay in the vortex and allowing himself to spin in circles. It's almost like they're moving their selves into it and the guy up top is just filming it.

[@DIVETALK]

That's not what I saw...at one point the diver is kicking hard and reaching to grab somebody's hand to try to get away

[@100based9]

I love both woody and Gus style. They are very compatible and woody usually answers the questions that I’m wondering. He has a good way of putting himself in the viewers perspective

[@peterunderwood1438]

Woohooo