Looking for a spearfishing buddy in Helsinki, Finland

[Robin Roos]

Hi Folks,

I'm considering taking up spearfishing. I'm based in Kussisaari, Helsinki, Finland. My interest is initially shallow snorkelling work, but I'd like to find a buddy with whom to practice one-up-one-down, in order to target 10m depths.

I'm pretty old to be starting out - 48 - and probably not as fit as I need to be (but I do row church boats in the summer).

Kind regards, Robin.

 

[BatRay]

Hi, Robin. Some of our most active members are quite a bit older. Age is but a number. You may want to post in the Europe/Mediterranean subforum and look for a buddy in there. Make sure to reply to previous threads from people in your area. as well. Here's a link: https://forums.deeperblue.com/forums/europe-mediterranean.92/

I highly recommend taking a freediving class. They teach you the correct techniques right off the bat, which is invaluable for progress as well as safety. You have a great chance of reaching and exceeding your goal if you go that route.

 

[Robin Roos]

Will do, thanks!

I'm in touch with Tony Eynon in the U.K. And hope to take one of his courses soon.

Kind regards, Robin.

 

[japppo]

Here's a video of Robin's first pike:

It was fun to put someone on a fish. At the same time I want to thank everyone that has done the same.

 

[Robin Roos]

Thanks "japppo". It was great diving with you that first day, and on our subsequent dives together also.

One day perhaps I too can help a new diver "get wet" and take their first fish!


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[Robin Roos]

I'm in Los Christianos, Tenerife this week. Any other forum members there at the same time? I plan to hit 10m for the first time and it would be great to have someone to "one-up/one-down" with, and to jointly celebrate after!


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