Surf Launching in Southern Africa
Surf Launching in Southern Africa
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Shorebreak Launching Big Boats in Tofo
These guys are consummate professionals because they deal with these shorebreak conditions every single day of their lives.
Nothing that they are doing here is easy and they just do it so well because they practice and practice and practice.
But the interesting thing for me was to observe that these guys all just use one engine when they go into the shorebreak. I spoke to them and they said its so that they don't get confused. Running two engines can be a big problem - can be a big hassle when waves are comin. So yeah just one engine get it going get it get it going well get it warmed up and use that to get through with.
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Smacking a few waves at speed on the Niteshift #surf #launch #umzimkulu
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Smacking a few waves at speed on the Niteshift #surf #launch #umzimkulu This is an older clip. From when the Niteshift sported only 50hp carb-fed four-strokes. Magnificent little motors that were so extraordinarily economical. So she only had a few speed settings. And the one employed on this shallow day was full taps. You gotta keep your speed up when traversing shallow sandbanks in the surf z...
River Mouth Launching and Speed discussed featuring Jabula driven by Marc Lange
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Here in Port Shepstone (umzimkuluadrenalin.co.za) the sardines are all over the place! Never miss a single sardine by staying on top of things at thesardine.co.za. Stay with us in Port Shepstone at umzimkulu.co.za. Check out mydofishinglures.co.za for more about what to do once you get out through the waves. We can build you a website by Tiger Lily Consulting at tigerlilyconsulting.co.za and he...
HECTIC Shorebreak Surf Launch at Praia do Tofo in Mozambique
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#shorebreak #surf #launch #tofo #mozambique This little chance clip I luckily gathered on a walk to Tofo Town recently. It is authentic cell phone material but the visual perfection of clips in this case is not the point. The point is to learn from the carefully choreographed show put on by this captain and his crew this delightful Tofo afternoon. These guys are off on a dive or maybe even an o...
Perfect Launch at Ponta D Ouro
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Perfect Launch at Ponta: arriving in Ponta D’ Oura after a five-year break and you can hardly see the change. There is hardly anything to report. Except for a few paved roads and a bunch more tourist establishments, the place has stayed exactly the same. The same as it was 20 or even 30 years ago. The same beach vibe that begins at Ponta - and never ends - here in Mozambique. Diving and Dolphin...
Beware the Changing River Mouth Launch
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During this transition zone between the wet and dry seasons, our few remaining navigable river mouths can play havoc with your launch plans. The tide pulse and the flood pulse are busy hammering it our right now. The tide pulse will prevail as the dry season comes upon us. But don't trust the flood pulse in such an angry mood right now! El Nino has threatened to calm things down this year. So w...
Radical River Mouth Surf Launch in Port Shepstone #Umzimkulu #River #Niteshift
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Matt Wainwright brought along his highly capable DJI camera on this recent trip to sea with Brian Lange on the Niteshift. This time around, Matt nails the perspectives and you really do feel as though you are part of the crew heading out through the surf zone. The El Nino dry spell we are currently experiencing has slowed the flow of the river somewhat. This makes for narrow channels and shallo...
Incredible Surf Launching Perspectives by Insta360 by Matt Wainright on Niteshift at the Umzimkulu
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#surf #launch #africa #south #boats #insta360 Incredible Surf Launching Perspectives by Insta360 by Matt Wainright on Niteshift at the Umzimkulu It's like having 360 cameras mounted on your head! And then after shooting, during editing, you can choose the angle, and even zoom, of your chosen shot! Not a moment...is ever lost. Fishing Videos The application of this cutting-edge camera technology...
On It - Surf Launching small boats at Hibberdene
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#kzn #launch #surf #spearfishing #hibberdene Surf Launching small boats at Hibberdene Small boats rule! Don Soloman and crew show us how its done on his beautiful little Osprey 420. No push rod needed at all as the lithe craft just glides down the sand and into the shorey. Launching small boats at Hibberdene is a pleasure. Hibberdene on this day was flat as a pancake but nevertheless you can se...
Hibberdene Surf Launching with the Push Rod Method
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#hibberdene #surf #launch #southafrica #kzn #spearfishing #nationals #2023 #umtentweni Hibberdene is a magic launch spot. It all works. The club in charge have recruited the resident lifeguards into the operation. And along with the trusty beach tractor and its highly charismatic and capable driver, the system is super slick and smooth. Big Boats Use the push rod method, if they are so equipped...
Featuring Sean Calitz aboard Game On out to Protea Reef and back
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Hiding to nowhere on Protea Reef: I watched helplessly as the reel in front of me, just melted away line. The sound was deafening. I was absolutely flummoxed. For the longest time, I can’t remember being in such a state. “I am sick n tired of big fish!” - going through my head. It had just been 15 minutes of craziness. And I had no idea at this stage, the dire future that screaming reel had in ...
Boland Spearo Team launching through the Umzimkulu Mouth 23 April 2023
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#boland #spearfishing #national #champs #kzn #natal #umzimkulu Henco and Vloei of the Boland Spearfishing team made the huge trip up from Cape Town. To the Umzimkulu Marina. In Port Shepstone, KZN. To prepare for the upcoming national spearfishing event that we are competing in. 60 Of the best spearos in the water, will converge for a week, to compete. The dates are 1 - 7 May 2023. Teams of 3 a...
NO TRACTOR Old Style Surf launching at Shelley Beach
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#launch #shelly #beach #shelley #kzn #africa #surf Welcome to another instalment on the Surf Launching Southern Africa UA-cam channel. We are back at Shelley Beach, KZN, South Africa. All set for a big day out catching up on things. We had been away for a month or so, and it was time to re-establish in the area. Loading up the good ship Game On, we got to the Shelley Beach Ski-Boat Club, or Son...
Stressful low tide launch out of the Umzimkulu aboard the Niteshift
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Stressful low tide launch out of the Umzimkulu aboard the Niteshift
Shelley Beach launch into Cyclone Freddy east swell Feb 2023
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Shelley Beach launch into Cyclone Freddy east swell Feb 2023
Captain Carl Gous showing us how its done at the Umzimkulu in KZN
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Captain Carl Gous showing us how its done at the Umzimkulu in KZN
Cyclone Freddy surf at the Umzimkulu by The Niteshift
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Cyclone Freddy surf at the Umzimkulu by The Niteshift
Whirlpools, floods and BIG waves all in a days launch Umzimkulu Feb 23
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Whirlpools, floods and BIG waves all in a days launch Umzimkulu Feb 23
7 HUGE waves in a row on the Niteshift feat Bulelani Saunders
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7 HUGE waves in a row on the Niteshift feat Bulelani Saunders
If in doubt dont go out - Bulelani's Day 4 Fishing Guide School - Port Shepstone
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If in doubt dont go out - Bulelani's Day 4 Fishing Guide School - Port Shepstone
MYDO Fishing School - Bulelanis first day through the waves
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MYDO Fishing School - Bulelanis first day through the waves
That time I was a #stuntman (waaghals) in Orkney Snork Nie movie #Margate #Beach
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That time I was a #stuntman (waaghals) in Orkney Snork Nie movie #Margate #Beach
Hammer of a launch at the Umzimkulu River mouth
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Hammer of a launch at the Umzimkulu River mouth
Perfect storm ends our Maputo to Pomene roundtrip mission
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Perfect storm ends our Maputo to Pomene roundtrip mission
Rogue wave from the north during surf launch at Umzimkulu
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Rogue wave from the north during surf launch at Umzimkulu
Jetski rules shallow river mouth launch
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Jetski rules shallow river mouth launch
Paddling baits through the surf on kayaks at Pomene in Mozambique
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Paddling baits through the surf on kayaks at Pomene in Mozambique
Game on taking the Surfers Path out at Shelley Beach KZN
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Game on taking the Surfers Path out at Shelley Beach KZN
Chelsea Dog on board riding waves back through the Umzimkulu Mouth
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Chelsea Dog on board riding waves back through the Umzimkulu Mouth
Three wheelin Bob Dylan boat launch at Shelley Beach beats the bribe system
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Three wheelin Bob Dylan boat launch at Shelley Beach beats the bribe system

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  • @Cowboy15149
    @Cowboy15149 Місяць тому

    Very stupid move launching through pprtshepstone at night

  • @geraldinelange9553
    @geraldinelange9553 2 місяці тому

    Amazing !

  • @geraldinelange9553
    @geraldinelange9553 4 місяці тому

    Always thought he was nuts !

  • @andredreyer7182
    @andredreyer7182 4 місяці тому

    umkomaas?

  • @WolfgangHolzmann
    @WolfgangHolzmann 4 місяці тому

    Howzit! I'm interested in launching my Turtle-ski with 6hp Suzuki in the area mostly for some fun on the river but also at sea on the tiny swell days. I have buoyancy cert with cat E. I'm just curious about conditions of the river / depth / how far one can travel up etc etc, Also is the slipway / launch site for public use? And any other useful info would be great, thanks!

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 2 місяці тому

      Howzit Bru sorry I missed this...yes it's plain sailing from the highway bridge to the beach . There is a public slipway but if you stay with us you can use our slipway email me on umzimkulu@gmail.com

  • @diggerXR
    @diggerXR 4 місяці тому

    Grew up launching at the kulu on 16ft with to 60hp Yamaha. Boat name was ACES HIGH🦾

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 4 місяці тому

      Everybody remembers that boat!

    • @diggerXR
      @diggerXR 4 місяці тому

      @@surflaunchingsouthernafrica my old man’s boat, built in sheppie.

  • @BernadetteCreweBrown
    @BernadetteCreweBrown 6 місяців тому

    pop and son team are hard to beat

  • @nickvanderhoven4562
    @nickvanderhoven4562 6 місяців тому

    Hi . On this subject . You should show the people some historical photos of that area . I newer knew that there used to be a harbor where old wooden sailing ships used to visit .

  • @brendankohler1000
    @brendankohler1000 7 місяців тому

    Great videos Sean but one word of advice. The extra captions at the end of the videos come up too early. And they seem to come up at the critical time. . .

  • @nickvanderhoven4562
    @nickvanderhoven4562 7 місяців тому

    Awesome . Wish more people would show us their surf launches. It helps our up country guys to keep boat launches fresh in the memory ( brain gym 😂 )

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 5 місяців тому

      Thanks Nick that is my mission, I have another one coming up today, hectic shorebreak at Praia do Tofo

  • @richardvanrooyen5410
    @richardvanrooyen5410 7 місяців тому

    what type of boat is this

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 7 місяців тому

      Hi Richard, it's like an Acecraft 15'6 but slightly bigger, I believe Gavin on the south coast made that one...

  • @robanddompattie5153
    @robanddompattie5153 9 місяців тому

    This brings back so many memories. I am an ex umdloti beach skipper and seeing this is memorable. Love the content keep it up

  • @williedevilliers459
    @williedevilliers459 9 місяців тому

    Hi is there n jetti where we bring the jet ski and safe place to leave the car and trailler.

  • @ashleydicken3701
    @ashleydicken3701 Рік тому

    Beautiful ! I grew up fishing here at the mouth of the river. Thanks for the video 👍🏽

  • @jasonheyne9293
    @jasonheyne9293 Рік тому

    What surf? Lols... Sea Osprey

  • @saliemchristian9943
    @saliemchristian9943 Рік тому

    Did u want us to see the ocean /water ? Or did u mean to show us the boat that ur talking about. If so, show us the boat....

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 7 місяців тому

      It's the launch dude...not the boat or the waves - the actual function of the launching through the surf zone

  • @tomcat344
    @tomcat344 Рік тому

    I'm assuming this boat is a T-cat? I can tell by the way it broaches

  • @tomcat344
    @tomcat344 Рік тому

    Damn that was a shallow launch. Luckily we have the privilege of a 30ft butt Catt incase we need to take a wave broadside or head on. I've noticed that the mono hulls are more manurvrable but when it comes to taking waves....... EISH!!!

  • @tomcat344
    @tomcat344 Рік тому

    That was a very good beach especially because he has a T-cat boat and they broach a lot so really impressive

  • @BernadetteCreweBrown
    @BernadetteCreweBrown Рік тому

    Brian and Sean, Enjoy these incredibly moments that you share together. Wow wow wow that was crazy

  • @brendankohler1000
    @brendankohler1000 Рік тому

    Hectic conditions for hardcore fisherman... Well done to the skip. Have you thought about mounting a camera to the boat Sean?

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica Рік тому

      Hey Brendan! Thanks man! Dude, I have lost so many cameras doing this by now. The best results came from my GoFish cams but they are all toast too. So I just use what I got for now...will upgrade again soon!

    • @brendankohler1000
      @brendankohler1000 Рік тому

      Well keep up the good work Bru. This channel will definitely go far... 😃

  • @brendankohler1000
    @brendankohler1000 Рік тому

    Hey Sean long time Bru. Wow I didn't realise that was you. My family was also briefly in the film. I was about 4 years old standing next to my older bro on the beach spectating the beer and apple dunking race. Long time ago Bru. Take care. You have a new subscriber.

  • @wttatb
    @wttatb Рік тому

    Doesn't look so bad from the mouth!? Buddy my butthole puckered just looking. How do you guys stay afloat with the weight of your massive balls of steel??

  • @nickvanderhoven4562
    @nickvanderhoven4562 Рік тому

    We the up country skippers , appreciate all the launches , you locals put on UA-cam . It keeps us focused . Thanks

  • @bernadettecrewe-brown877
    @bernadettecrewe-brown877 Рік тому

    Sean and Brian, my heart is in in mouth when I watch what you experienced!!! Wow Pops and Sean what a team.

  • @jasonheyne9293
    @jasonheyne9293 Рік тому

    Nice tail

  • @nivensgobs7454
    @nivensgobs7454 Рік тому

    Wow that's awesome 👌. No more tractors needed. Keep up the good work.

  • @nivensgobs7454
    @nivensgobs7454 Рік тому

    Well done.

  • @markscheepers6561
    @markscheepers6561 2 роки тому

    Hello my friend is this a new channel

  • @coeniejvr
    @coeniejvr 2 роки тому

    any news regarding the wheel where we can buy them? Would like to what power the motors

  • @hartmanpotgieter2231
    @hartmanpotgieter2231 2 роки тому

    One of the best skippers I know...the Umzimkhulu mouth really gets the andrenilin pumping. Miss fishing with Brian! Greetings from New Zealand. Hartman and Orpa.

  • @Seegsoutdoor
    @Seegsoutdoor 2 роки тому

    I used to launch out that mouth in my 3m duck. Scariest launch one day when the river was in flood. Massive waves on either side of the main current pushing out. 🤦🏻‍♂️. Not something I would do now with more knowledge

  • @PetrusandPardette
    @PetrusandPardette 2 роки тому

    #ExtremeBoating

  • @fredvanniekerk9920
    @fredvanniekerk9920 2 роки тому

    Sealegs

  • @xavi6283
    @xavi6283 2 роки тому

    Yooo that's fucking scary

  • @nickvanderhoven4562
    @nickvanderhoven4562 2 роки тому

    Why do you blank out so much of the view ?

  • @matthewr1946
    @matthewr1946 2 роки тому

    geniuses

  • @bernadettecrewe-brown877
    @bernadettecrewe-brown877 2 роки тому

    What a skipper = finding the gaps so well

  • @bernadettecrewe-brown877
    @bernadettecrewe-brown877 2 роки тому

    wow quite an exciting launch..well captured. Who was the skipper?

  • @KohlerSAStudios
    @KohlerSAStudios 2 роки тому

    Where can you buy a boat like that in South Africa 🇿🇦 or was this home invented

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 2 роки тому

      I also don't know yet...I am sure someone will respond soon enough...watch this space!

    • @KohlerSAStudios
      @KohlerSAStudios 2 роки тому

      @@surflaunchingsouthernafrica thank you. I have seen amphibious boats in New Zealand and the USA 🇺🇸 but not in South Africa 🇿🇦. This video proves that can be especially useful for launching in the surf

  • @N3ptuN3DC
    @N3ptuN3DC 2 роки тому

    Yeehaaa

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 2 роки тому

      Hey man wait til you see yesterday's launch...much bigger swell, tide draining hard. When are you coming back this way?

  • @ashikabdul5283
    @ashikabdul5283 2 роки тому

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @ashikabdul5283
    @ashikabdul5283 2 роки тому

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @coeniejvr
    @coeniejvr 2 роки тому

    you need a better camera to get more likes and views

    • @surflaunchingsouthernafrica
      @surflaunchingsouthernafrica 2 роки тому

      Thank you Coenie. These are all old stock. Shot years ago with cellphones mainly. Quality will improve as we get through the library...