Spearfishing California Halibut 2019

[@ConsumeYourSoul619]

That shot of those schooled up barracuda was sick!

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Thanks! It's always cool to see a school on the prowl!

[@biblicaltheologyexegesisan9024]

nice vid thanks for sharing the adventure

[@shotgunaaron]

Awesome vid!

[@manmarvel]

awesome shooting. i dont know if its the same with all fish, but when i shoot grouper or snapper, I pull the line in like a mime. this engages the spear flops, and helps keep the fish secured. where as if the spear is just resting on the ground with the fish flopping, the spear tips can disengage.

[@driftless1870]

Fantastic video. Brings back memories from So Cal, back in the late 80s. Great to see it all again! (New Sub) Keep up the great work.

[@alohaappliancerepair9507]

Thanks for posting

[@LiquidSoulIndustries]

dope halibut!

[@MechanicalClaws]

Do you recommend a spot in Malibu area ? I’m new I just dove for the second time 3 weeks ago

[@andrewbland625]

Anyone who asks for a spot in the YT comments section is not to be trusted. They'll probably blow up any spot you give them.

[@edwincolunga6908]

I’m from California and would like to do that one day

[@ocadventures6154]

What beach

[@cdsfishing4346]

Awesome video I’d like and subscribe

[@OctogonOxygen024816]

3:01 Barracuda?

[@zachczyz2165]

My cuz has a house in palos verdes and I'm a beginner lookin for spots this year and I was wondering if there are areas near there I can shore dive or use my kayak, but sick vid

[@TheJellyfish800]

If your ok with hiking try the drainage pipe off paseo Del Mar

[@TheJellyfish800]

1801 is the address of the house next to the spot I believe

[@zachczyz2165]

@@TheJellyfish800 Awesome I know here that is, and have you went there recently?

[@TheJellyfish800]

@@zachczyz2165 yea I went there about 3 weeks ago. It’s good it’s a little murky but so is everything and if you keep going and get good there are wsb to get. Probably best spot to shore dive as a serious spearfisher

[@Echo6Tango]

Hmmmm 22 inches? Jk. My favorite fish to shoot. Why did I leave cali

[@monarch8086]

Were you just eyeballing the size of em?

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Yeah, pretty much eyeballing when initially seeing them. However, we had a ruler for the close ones!

[@MarLar41]

Sick asf

[@waterman69]

Andrew this is some seriously sick footage!!! Is this in santa barbara?

[@miguelgalencia1522]

Awsome dive!! What beach is this ?

[@andrewbaeza2474]

This is a beach in Palos Verdes!

[@AngelGutierrez-gw3ff]

Nice

[@nathanacuna7535]

What gun are you using? If you dive out in the LA county or OC area maybe we can link up and dive together

[@jacobfrushone5772]

how long is your bottom time and how long did it take to get to that time?

[@andrewbaeza2474]

On average I usually try to stay down for 45 seconds to a minute. My max down time is about 1:45. However, I encourage everyone to listen to what their body is telling them and not to rely on a watch or time. For example, I might have a better bottom time because I made a good descent and had a proper breathe up prior to the dive. My body is properly oxygenated and therefore I can stay down longer. But pushing yourself to stay down a certain time on every dive is dangerous and can lead to shallow water blackouts. Observe what you are feeling, is your body telling you that its ok to stay down longer? or are you forcing yourself and pushing your limits because you want to be down for a minute and its only been 30 seconds? Bottom line is rely on instinct and how you are feeling, not on a time on your watch. It takes a long time to train your body to do these things. When I first started I could barely dive down 10 feet, let alone hold my breath for longer than 20 seconds. It took me at least a year and consistent diving to really get comfortable in the water and to be able to hold my breath for over a minute. This obviously varies, but I would say don't worry about your down time! Focus on actively hunting, engaging with the environment, and listening to your body and your down time will naturally increase! Hope this is helpful!

[@jacobfrushone5772]

Andrew Baeza yeah thank you!

[@kurthuson4507]

Isn't that dangerous bleeding the halibut, ie; sharks and seals?

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Yes it is dangerous. You must always be aware of your surroundings in the water. However, I like to bleed the fish in the water as it makes it easier to clean and eat.

[@cast805fishing]

Sick video bro🤙I subscribed to ur channel

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Thank you so much! I'll be sure to check out your channel!

[@cazadoresnorteamericanos]

Great video. New sub.

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Thanks for the love and the subscription !

[@patriotfishingusa357]

How often do you get to San Diego?

[@andrewbaeza2474]

Me and my buddy have gone down there one time in summer 2018. We went shore diving at children's pool. But the visibility was horrible haha. We haven't been back since. Usually dive LA County.

[@patriotfishingusa357]

@@andrewbaeza2474 Well here is my link. Send me a message if you are ever down here and feel like jumping in. especially during lobster season. I get to LA now and then. I'll shoot you a message if I'm around and maybe can go stone a few

[@cooorsbanq4226]

@@andrewbaeza2474 childrens pool is full of seal poop

[@andrewbaeza2474]

@@cooorsbanq4226 Seals everywhereeeeee!

[@salce540]

do you need a different license than the standard fishing license? if so where can it be purchased? great video by the way.

[@andrewbaeza2474]

The standard fishing license allows you to fish in fresh water. However, there are different enhancements you must purchase with the regular fishing license. To fish in the ocean, you must buy the ocean enhancement. There is usually an option to add this to your license upon purchase. Furthermore, in California, the spiny lobster season has just opened. To legally catch lobster, you must purchase the lobster enhancement and this comes with a report card so that you can record all of your catches. This information helps to protect lobster and ensure that they are not over fished! Hope this helps and thanks for the love!

[@kotwijs]

@@andrewbaeza2474 just checked ocean enhancement is only required south of Santa Barbara. But good to know thx

[@eldorado5766]

Just subscribe 👍🍻

[@bfranco1519]

Awesome way to get eaten by a White shark!

[@MrMajesticals]

Honestly couldn’t finish this video. The fact that you lost two and just happened to find them (very lucky) is upsetting. You need to go chase the spear and put your hand on the other side so that they don’t come off. Or better yet shoot butts with a pole spear and get your hand on quicker since they are so delicate and rip off so easily. I’ve been shooting halibut where you’re at for 18 years and it’s changed in that time and it needs to be protected by people like us. Great fish though. No hate, just conservation.

[@1surfpesca_]

Hey brotha, are there a lot of people getting at it in sd with pole spears?? I’m just starting out and prefer to learn with the pole spear for better technique, and honestly it looks bad ass getting a fish with a pole spear… I’m very interested in pole spearing some of these fish that people say you NEEd a spear fun for… You know any good groups to get with or where I can find good buddies in sd/ OC ?

[@andrewbland625]

Agreed. People need to learn to wait for a good shot, rather than shooting from that far away. Losing two fish in one dive is ridiculously bad.

[@alexp9455]

Savage my dudes 🤙🏼 killer edit! Love PV! Shot my first halibut last night! Definitely gonna subscribe! Check out my latest video, let me know what you think

[@Escapetosea]

Why do spearfishing videos consistently have the worst music?