NSP:121 Rochele Davey the Kiwi Speara | NZ Part 2

Noob Spearo Podcast | Spearfishing Tips, Stories and Interviews

Rochele Davey (Potter) is a multiple spearfishing world (and NZ) record holder for many species. I was privileged to spend 4 days with her, Nat (her husband), Rosie and James for a dynamite spearfishing trip in New Zealand. Late on the second day after diving all day, I sat down with Rochele and had the privilege of listening to her spearfishing journey. From adapting a purchase system on roller spearguns to being dragged behind a 107lb Yellowtail Kingfish through a dangerous channel, this interview has plenty of awesome moments! Listen in:)

This episode was recorded on the back deck of Florence Nightingale IV, a 60 Crayfishing Boat at the Three Kings Islands, New Zealand in early March, 2020. Thanks to Patron Listeners who funded this (and every) Noob Spearo trip!

Important Times

05:00 Rochele Davey nee Potter introduction and greetings

11:40 A few of Rochele's Spearfishing World Records. 48.8KG (107 lb) Yellowtail Kingfish Battle

17:50 How the spearfishing journey began for Rochele

23:25 Beuchat Spearfishing Wetsuits | Orange Safety Spot feature

26:00 Rochele's favourite species to hunt and how to hunt them effectively | New Zealand Snapper (Pagrus auratus)

30:00 Scariest Moments in the Ocean

36:15 Struggles learning to spearfish

• Planning a hunt from the surface
• Adopting a hunters finning technique
• Working through speargun reloading and adopting a roller with a purchase system

49:45 Rochele's Underwater Photography Journey

56:30 "Don't feel you have to shoot the fish in the head. Just shoot it!"

Links Mentioned

• Rochele on Instagram @rochele.potter
• Rochele's Adventure Club YouTube Channel and Facebook
• Noob Spearo Patreon
• Noob Spearo Mad Gear
• Nat Davey Shark Attack Video and Story

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