This was absolutely thrilling! The way you captured the raw power and grace of these sharks is incredible. It’s rare to see such an intense yet beautifully respectful encounter with these majestic creatures.
Thank you! 🙏🏽 diving with sharks is one of those rare experiences where you feel both intense adrenaline and absolute peace. They are incredible animals, my favorite. 🤙🏽🙏🏽
Hello there. I must honestly say that the first dive wouldn't be my favorite. Bluewater dives, especially with so many active bull sharks, are not my cup of tea. Snorkeling wouldn't be my thing either, but the footage is very cool. Too bad you don't have any footage of the great white shark.
Hello ser 🫡 you are definitely exposed drifting in the blue with bulls. The snorkel experience is usually quite chill, especially if you’re not the one handling the bait. Apparently at least one GWS passes through the area in the spring each year. They tend to be the most cautious (even more than the hammers) 🙏🏽 🤙🏽
I love the content. This is such a well put together video. You have got serious skills. Love the B roll. Video editing and production skills are something I would love to ramp up on if you could recommend any videos or have published your own. Jupiter is a wonderful place to dive with these awesome creatures. But you're right it is NOT for everyone. As you said, "you have to have your shit together." Bad divers make shark diving more dangerous than it needs to be. People need to make sure they are comfortable drift diving, maintaining bouyancy, and have developed excellent situational awareness underwater. If they're not an excellent diver, then they should take a snorkel trip.
Thank you! 🙏🏽 completely agree on Jupiter. I love that place, and think it’s pretty underrated. On video production, I haven’t published anything online but run workshops for UW video technique + post processing. I thought about making an online course but it’s such a dynamic / iterative skill that probably doesn’t work super well in video format. I think workshops can be super helpful, but most importantly making lots of videos and trying to make each one better than the last! Cheer! 🤙🏽🙏🏽
I added Jupiter on my bucket list ! I loved the dive with dozens of Tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah in the maldives last year and I am really excited to live something similar with bull sharks and Florida seems to be the right place for this kind of experience ! Great video !
Nice! Thank you! Fuvahmulah is a special place. Jupiter is very reliable for the bull sharks in the winter, though the viz and action can vary a lot day to day. It has a different vibe than the tigers of Fuvahmulah since the sharks are generally more migratory and you’re drifting. Hope you have great dives 🤙🏽
Hi there Kabir! Fantastic movie! I really like the mix of a vlog and documentation style! Hi quality works hats off! Greetings from Germany :) (one I bought your Small HD 502 housing ;)
Thank you thank you! 🙏🏽 it varies wildly from project to project but I would say anywhere from 8-20 hours of editing. For a typical trip video, I usually like to set a 1 week deadline from when I come back and when I post. This one was a different since it was footage collected over a year and life has been very busy this year (👶🏼). Regular dive videos to resume shortly🤙🏽
Thanks for this Kabir. Love your videos, and always look forward to the next. I always learn something new watching. I have drawn a lot of inspiration from this channel.
What a lovely Friday surprise, new video! Never been diving with Captain Randy myself but know a number of people who have who swear by him. Jupiter has been high on the list for a while, just never made the trek. :(
Thank you for tuning in! Capt Randy is of course a legend and rightfully so. If you’re ever thinking about making a trip to dive it’s not a bad idea to plan around full moons. Anytime can be amazing, but I really like April and May. Bull shark madness is more fall/winter. Of course everything is changing 🙃
@@DiveHard I think I'd be more interested in December-March. Lemon season. . . but don't I know everything is changing, see it all the time and I believe Florida just recorded record warmth for ocean temps. Trying to plan a trip to Socorro next spring. Hoping El Nino doesn't effect the diving too much, or the changing climate.
Not a silly question! Generally not a great idea to try and touch sharks since it can result in an accident. However, it’s fine to touch a shark to redirect them out of your personal space (to avoid a potential bump/bite ) or if you’re a professional shark handler and know the shark. For example a lot of the ‘touchy’ scenes in this video where with specific individuals that we know well, and that often seek out that type of interaction. In terms of stressing the shark, I don’t think that’s a huge deal since the shark would just leave if it was that stressed. Cheers! 🤙🏽
It’s definitely pretty crazy! I think it depends on the situation but in general, yes it’s reasonably safe if done correctly. Bait allows you to (i) bring sharks closer and (ii) control the situation. With some of the more dangerous sharks, I actually think you’re safer with bait since the sharks are more interested in the ‘easy’ prey rather than potentially becoming interested in you as a potential prey. That’s quite unlikely since we are aliens and sharks are cautious, but I would be much more nervous if I was swimming in the blue by myself and I saw a tiger or oceanic white tip circling me. But there are certainly many ways in which a baited shark dive could go wrong. Shark feeder has to be experienced / know what they are doing
hi as a scuba diver I love to dive with sharks as i did it is soccoro. but i do not like the idea of give them food in order that they will come. it against nature
Thanks for commenting! You are not alone in that viewpoint. Many of my friends are the same. I also much prefer natural shark encounters - it is different when the shark comes to check ‘you’ out rather than some bait. But not everyone is able / can afford to go to those last wild places where we can still see sharks like that. So I am okay with it. But natural always better 🤙🏽
Great video. I went on a few shark dive trips in the past before the state of Florida banned it. I agree with you that to chum the water to catch and kill these great creatures will do more harm to the ecosystem than having people go on shark dives and interact with the sharks, we both leave alive. The law didn’t make sense to me. Eco-tourism generates a greater amount of money for the local economy and also preserves the natural resources this has been proven beneficial for everyone. If the Fl department of natural resources developed a sustainable harvest and shark fishing season, setting limits on the size it would have an impact on the shark population. I’m not against fishing, I actually enjoy it and have done it all my life. However destructive over development of the coast and the overfishing of certain species can lead to a collapse of species. Many states have set limits, quotas and restrictions on fishing. Where I live in northeast this management has allowed the striped bass population to come back. There are all limits on flounder, sea bass, tautog( black fish) and even blue fish, allowing the fish population to grow. We even have seen an increase in sharks as well which is due to the conservation efforts. Unfortunately the legacy of the movies such as jaws and the negative media coverage of sharks makes it hard for people to be sympathetic toward protecting them. Please don’t stop your post about sharks, it’s great to see them. Next time I’m down there I’ll be sure to check out the two charters you mentioned. I’d love to go on one of these trips. Thanks again for your post.
Thanks for this, I agree with that. It’s wonderful to see sensible regulations that balance all the stakeholders and prioritize healthy / sustainable populations. It’s a tricky balance to achieve, especially when you have passionate folks on the extremes of both fishing and conservation. It requires a good understanding of local and global population dynamics, and also needs to consider the incredible irreversible cost of species extension. Sharks have always been my favorite animal and I will continue diving with them as long as is possible. Definitely give the offshore shark diving out of Jupiter a go! It’s awesome! 🙏🏽🤙🏽
I’m curious your take on eating animals in general. Humans tend to overuse and exploit. I love diving with Emerald. That controversial as a vegan. It’s just a disconnect for the diving community in my opinion to respect these animals below water and not above. Your thoughts?
I’m actually really glad you ask this question. Raw fish / sushi was my favorite food but I gave up eating fish about a decade ago. The one exception is if I spear it myself, which is rare (freedive only). Sometime people spearfish on the emerald which I find a bit upsetting but is very common in Florida. Most of the time, it’s still better than commercially caught fish. I try hard to encourage others to not eat tuna and other endangered fish species, or those that indirectly contribute to species extinction. But it is a very touchy subject. It honestly blows my mind (and breaks my heart) how many serious divers turn a blind eye or otherwise justify eating commercially caught tuna etc. I agree it’s a massive disconnect in the community. I also see your point about shark diving with bait - in theory, it should just be wish disregarded fish heads etc. but sometimes on the Emerald they shoot live bait. It for sure brings in sharks better than chum, but it does feel inconsistent with these values. It doesn’t stop me from diving with the emerald - and that’s something I also think about! Great question, thank you 🙏🏽
This was absolutely thrilling! The way you captured the raw power and grace of these sharks is incredible. It’s rare to see such an intense yet beautifully respectful encounter with these majestic creatures.
Thank you! 🙏🏽 diving with sharks is one of those rare experiences where you feel both intense adrenaline and absolute peace. They are incredible animals, my favorite. 🤙🏽🙏🏽
Going this weekend with Emerald! Scared and excited at the same time! Going to be amazing!
Awesome! Scared and excited are the ideal emotions. Hope you had lots of fun and had a lot of sharks
I’m going with emerald charters 2 weeks from now , super excited!!!!
Awesome! Wishing you great viz and many sharks! I think the tigers have been in town recently. Enjoy! 🤙🏽
Hello there. I must honestly say that the first dive wouldn't be my favorite. Bluewater dives, especially with so many active bull sharks, are not my cup of tea. Snorkeling wouldn't be my thing either, but the footage is very cool. Too bad you don't have any footage of the great white shark.
Hello ser 🫡 you are definitely exposed drifting in the blue with bulls. The snorkel experience is usually quite chill, especially if you’re not the one handling the bait. Apparently at least one GWS passes through the area in the spring each year. They tend to be the most cautious (even more than the hammers) 🙏🏽 🤙🏽
I love the content. This is such a well put together video. You have got serious skills. Love the B roll. Video editing and production skills are something I would love to ramp up on if you could recommend any videos or have published your own.
Jupiter is a wonderful place to dive with these awesome creatures. But you're right it is NOT for everyone. As you said, "you have to have your shit together." Bad divers make shark diving more dangerous than it needs to be. People need to make sure they are comfortable drift diving, maintaining bouyancy, and have developed excellent situational awareness underwater. If they're not an excellent diver, then they should take a snorkel trip.
Thank you! 🙏🏽 completely agree on Jupiter. I love that place, and think it’s pretty underrated. On video production, I haven’t published anything online but run workshops for UW video technique + post processing. I thought about making an online course but it’s such a dynamic / iterative skill that probably doesn’t work super well in video format. I think workshops can be super helpful, but most importantly making lots of videos and trying to make each one better than the last! Cheer! 🤙🏽🙏🏽
Heck yeah! This is your best yet! Keep them coming! Beautiful work
Tank you for support 🙏🏽💙
I added Jupiter on my bucket list ! I loved the dive with dozens of Tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah in the maldives last year and I am really excited to live something similar with bull sharks and Florida seems to be the right place for this kind of experience !
Great video !
Nice! Thank you! Fuvahmulah is a special place. Jupiter is very reliable for the bull sharks in the winter, though the viz and action can vary a lot day to day. It has a different vibe than the tigers of Fuvahmulah since the sharks are generally more migratory and you’re drifting. Hope you have great dives 🤙🏽
Another awesome video Kabir! Loved it!
Thank you Sergio! 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 I will see you tonight for some more Blackwater! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽
Hi there Kabir! Fantastic movie! I really like the mix of a vlog and documentation style! Hi quality works hats off! Greetings from Germany :)
(one I bought your Small HD 502 housing ;)
Hey Martin! Thank you for watching 🙏🏽! Greeting from Florida (and now the Cayman Islands)! Hope the housing is still holding up 🙂
Woooohoooo a new video! 🎉 Awesome! Curious, how much time does a video edit like this take?
Thank you thank you! 🙏🏽 it varies wildly from project to project but I would say anywhere from 8-20 hours of editing. For a typical trip video, I usually like to set a 1 week deadline from when I come back and when I post. This one was a different since it was footage collected over a year and life has been very busy this year (👶🏼). Regular dive videos to resume shortly🤙🏽
@@DiveHard thanks! Looking forward to the next one!
Thanks for this Kabir. Love your videos, and always look forward to the next. I always learn something new watching. I have drawn a lot of inspiration from this channel.
Hey Rodrigo - thanks for watching and the kind words! 🙏🏽 It’s a small world of us UW videomakers 🤙🏽
Anything that gives more value to sharks while they are alive is great.
100%. Nothing more powerful than economic incentives 💙🦈
Awesome video! Heard Okinawa has some great diving, you should check that out!
Thanks Sam! 🙏🏽 was a good time sharking with you. We will continue in Yonaguni 🤙🏽
So sick
🙏🏽 DKB
@@DiveHard what is DKB
What a lovely Friday surprise, new video!
Never been diving with Captain Randy myself but know a number of people who have who swear by him. Jupiter has been high on the list for a while, just never made the trek. :(
Thank you for tuning in! Capt Randy is of course a legend and rightfully so. If you’re ever thinking about making a trip to dive it’s not a bad idea to plan around full moons. Anytime can be amazing, but I really like April and May. Bull shark madness is more fall/winter. Of course everything is changing 🙃
@@DiveHard I think I'd be more interested in December-March. Lemon season. . . but don't I know everything is changing, see it all the time and I believe Florida just recorded record warmth for ocean temps. Trying to plan a trip to Socorro next spring. Hoping El Nino doesn't effect the diving too much, or the changing climate.
This looks like a blast. Pity I won't be going to Florida anytime soon
It is an absolute blast! But at least now you know that next time you’re in Florida, you must go shark diving!! 🤙🏽🦈🤙🏽
This may be a silly question, but should the divers touch the sharks? Is that stressful for the sharks?
Not a silly question! Generally not a great idea to try and touch sharks since it can result in an accident. However, it’s fine to touch a shark to redirect them out of your personal space (to avoid a potential bump/bite ) or if you’re a professional shark handler and know the shark. For example a lot of the ‘touchy’ scenes in this video where with specific individuals that we know well, and that often seek out that type of interaction. In terms of stressing the shark, I don’t think that’s a huge deal since the shark would just leave if it was that stressed. Cheers! 🤙🏽
Crazy stuff!! But is it safe to dive while feeding sharks via bait?
It’s definitely pretty crazy! I think it depends on the situation but in general, yes it’s reasonably safe if done correctly. Bait allows you to (i) bring sharks closer and (ii) control the situation. With some of the more dangerous sharks, I actually think you’re safer with bait since the sharks are more interested in the ‘easy’ prey rather than potentially becoming interested in you as a potential prey. That’s quite unlikely since we are aliens and sharks are cautious, but I would be much more nervous if I was swimming in the blue by myself and I saw a tiger or oceanic white tip circling me. But there are certainly many ways in which a baited shark dive could go wrong. Shark feeder has to be experienced / know what they are doing
hi as a scuba diver I love to dive with sharks as i did it is soccoro. but i do not like the idea of give them food in order that they will come. it against nature
Thanks for commenting! You are not alone in that viewpoint. Many of my friends are the same. I also much prefer natural shark encounters - it is different when the shark comes to check ‘you’ out rather than some bait. But not everyone is able / can afford to go to those last wild places where we can still see sharks like that. So I am okay with it. But natural always better 🤙🏽
Great video. I went on a few shark dive trips in the past before the state of Florida banned it. I agree with you that to chum the water to catch and kill these great creatures will do more harm to the ecosystem than having people go on shark dives and interact with the sharks, we both leave alive. The law didn’t make sense to me.
Eco-tourism generates a greater amount of money for the local economy and also preserves the natural resources this has been proven beneficial for everyone.
If the Fl department of natural resources developed a sustainable harvest and shark fishing season, setting limits on the size it would have an impact on the shark population. I’m not against fishing, I actually enjoy it and have done it all my life. However destructive over development of the coast and the overfishing of certain species can lead to a collapse of species.
Many states have set limits, quotas and restrictions on fishing. Where I live in northeast this management has allowed the striped bass population to come back. There are all limits on flounder, sea bass, tautog( black fish) and even blue fish, allowing the fish population to grow. We even have seen an increase in sharks as well which is due to the conservation efforts.
Unfortunately the legacy of the movies such as jaws and the negative media coverage of sharks makes it hard for people to be sympathetic toward protecting them.
Please don’t stop your post about sharks, it’s great to see them. Next time I’m down there I’ll be sure to check out the two charters you mentioned. I’d love to go on one of these trips.
Thanks again for your post.
Thanks for this, I agree with that. It’s wonderful to see sensible regulations that balance all the stakeholders and prioritize healthy / sustainable populations. It’s a tricky balance to achieve, especially when you have passionate folks on the extremes of both fishing and conservation. It requires a good understanding of local and global population dynamics, and also needs to consider the incredible irreversible cost of species extension. Sharks have always been my favorite animal and I will continue diving with them as long as is possible. Definitely give the offshore shark diving out of Jupiter a go! It’s awesome! 🙏🏽🤙🏽
I’m curious your take on eating animals in general. Humans tend to overuse and exploit. I love diving with Emerald. That controversial as a vegan. It’s just a disconnect for the diving community in my opinion to respect these animals below water and not above. Your thoughts?
I’m actually really glad you ask this question. Raw fish / sushi was my favorite food but I gave up eating fish about a decade ago. The one exception is if I spear it myself, which is rare (freedive only). Sometime people spearfish on the emerald which I find a bit upsetting but is very common in Florida. Most of the time, it’s still better than commercially caught fish. I try hard to encourage others to not eat tuna and other endangered fish species, or those that indirectly contribute to species extinction. But it is a very touchy subject. It honestly blows my mind (and breaks my heart) how many serious divers turn a blind eye or otherwise justify eating commercially caught tuna etc. I agree it’s a massive disconnect in the community. I also see your point about shark diving with bait - in theory, it should just be wish disregarded fish heads etc. but sometimes on the Emerald they shoot live bait. It for sure brings in sharks better than chum, but it does feel inconsistent with these values. It doesn’t stop me from diving with the emerald - and that’s something I also think about! Great question, thank you 🙏🏽