Spearing a HUGE Dogtooth Tuna in the Coral Sea (Popao) Ep.31

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  • Опубліковано 19 сер 2024

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  • @DanielMann
    @DanielMann Рік тому

    Congratulations Jess & Taka! Amazing fish. Looked so prehistoric underwater.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers mate, yes it certainly does. I’ve never been so anxious about pulling the trigger in all of my life 😳😳

  • @BuildingSYMistress
    @BuildingSYMistress 9 днів тому

    WOW, very impressive catch for both of you! 🏆

  • @wmmorsch
    @wmmorsch Рік тому +4

    Amazing video. In absolute awe of both of your skills to land a couple of monster fish. The end result looked absolutely mouth watering. Good to see Michael has got a full head off teeth again too!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Hahaha oh yeah! I forgot about the tooth reappearing lol. I couldn't stand it any longer! Thanks for watching and coming along on our journey!

  • @colinboniface194
    @colinboniface194 Рік тому +4

    Outstanding fish... That was a brilliant hunt and capture... nicely cooked too...

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Colin! One of our favourite fish to eat by far 👌

  • @svselkie4881
    @svselkie4881 Рік тому +1

    Awesome footage! I love how Michael sounds so calm in the midst of the fish fight. Then Jesses excitement is insanely contagious 😂😂. Thanks for all the delicious 🐠 🤤

    • @svselkie4881
      @svselkie4881 Рік тому

      I can’t stop smiling listening to your excitement

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      😂😂😂😂 thanks mate!!! Yes I was just a wee bit stoked 😜 thanks for coming along for the ride and eating half the fish 🤪

  • @Dreamtimesail
    @Dreamtimesail Рік тому +2

    Well that ep was worth all the waiting for. Great intro Jess and what an awesome fish. Congrats.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Thanks legends! It took a while this one, had to get it right :-P

  • @rebeccamarks2324
    @rebeccamarks2324 Рік тому

    Well done Jess 👏 what a huge big dog tuna! Love the footage guy’s 😮We are looking forward to catching you soon. Whatcha Gonna Do ⛵️Sean & Bec

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers legends!! Shame you couldn’t make it, catch you soon xxx

  • @tonyfromaus7855
    @tonyfromaus7855 Рік тому

    Yuuuge fish! Congrats. WTF is wrong with the algorithm that it hasn’t put your awesome content in front of everyone? Your channel should be much much bigger. Your content is second to none and we couldn’t ask for better representatives of Aussies enjoying the ocean. I hope your channel gets the views it deserves.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the kind words Tony. Now if only we could get that algorithm to swing in our favour so we could do this full time 🤪 time to put Michael in a bikini 😂

    • @tonyfromaus7855
      @tonyfromaus7855 Рік тому

      @@sailingpopao you’d do better if he was in the bikini with a nice gap back in the teeth, just sayin…. a swift right to his jaw and your troubles are over! But seriously, we watch in awe of what you guys do. And I honestly can’t think of better representation for our country. Your vids are much anticipated here…. thank you for sharing your beautiful life, surroundings, and adventures with us all.

  • @jeromeherveux1490
    @jeromeherveux1490 Рік тому

    Wahoo Congrats Jess! You can't beat shooting a doggy in a first place, and yours is massive. Michael yours was not bad neither😉

  • @ToastierHat
    @ToastierHat Рік тому

    Glad to see you back, as ever, always keen to see more stuff. Would also love to hear more about the work adventures. They sound like interesting jobs

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers!! We hope to share more about them in future episode, no doubt we will do one on sea urchins 😂😂😂

  • @HollyRoseBeecham
    @HollyRoseBeecham Рік тому

    Wow Jess! That tuna is nearly as big as you! What an awesome catch...well done!

  • @sidmar200
    @sidmar200 Рік тому

    Been checking for new vid's weekly, Suffering from Sailing Popao deprivation. 😂 Great catch pleased their is no jealousy. Have a Great stay and a return to Freedom. Thank You. 😉😀

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      😂😂😂 thanks Sidmar, there’s plenty more to come. Maybe a bit of jealousy 🤪😂😂

  • @superlongy
    @superlongy Рік тому

    Best video yet guys !! ….and that’s a BIG call ! Awesome work Jess, and love seeing you two working together for a joint passion. Michael has pole position most times but Jess just blew it out of the water with this one !! ……awesome video, still grinning as I’m typing this ……

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Hahah thank you!!! You’re too kind. Glad we could get the stoke across in the video. Bout time Michael let me shoot something 😜🤪

    • @superlongy
      @superlongy Рік тому

      Our house is on the market and we’re on the hunt for a cat !! ….. might see you out there . Longy & Alex …..

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Wow!!! Exciting life change!! Congratulations and all the best with the transition ❤️

  • @harryadams5651
    @harryadams5651 Рік тому +1

    Love the content. Please give more info on types of fish and invertebrates and population dynamics on your dive sites. Here in Nova Scotia our brief summer sailing season has started . Surface temperature 11C offshore inshore near beaches 20C. So we envy your wonderful environment

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Harry, will keep that in mind for sure this coming season. To give you an idea the water was between 28-30 so we were cooking in those wetsuits 😂

  • @DaveAdams308
    @DaveAdams308 3 місяці тому

    Just stumbled across your channel. This is my third vid. You guys have got your recipe right. Nice down to earth people and excellent videography. Looks like you have a new fan! 😉

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  3 місяці тому

      Thanks Adam, stoked you’re enjoying them ☺️

  • @ellehowell1123
    @ellehowell1123 Рік тому

    Thanks for the update. Great battle with your dinosaur!

  • @lukeottaway2216
    @lukeottaway2216 Рік тому

    I love you guys. Such a epic day. What a day. You made me a good laugh in the airport when I saw the thank you pop up hahahaha can't wait to see what's coming

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Hahahaha I was wondering if you’d see that one 🤪 stoked you did, went down a treat 👌

    • @lukeottaway2216
      @lukeottaway2216 Рік тому

      Perfect you have worked way too hard now time for fun and adventure

  • @jamesgarner9553
    @jamesgarner9553 Рік тому

    this is epic. congratulations guys; long time coming!!!!

  • @johnfoley1640
    @johnfoley1640 Рік тому

    Wow congrats on the fish, another fantastic episode 👍

  • @tlowe2502
    @tlowe2502 Рік тому

    Great job guys, one heck of a fish.
    We really appreciate your efforts to share your adventure's and thoughts. Congratulations again, from your fans here in the central Florida swamps. GOOD ON YA. 👍🏻👍🏻💕🐾🐟

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching and coming along for the ride!!

  • @sailingnusa4228
    @sailingnusa4228 Рік тому

    Absolutely awesome, well done.

  • @wannabefree03
    @wannabefree03 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations Jess and Michael - what an amazing episode! Love your vids - keep them coming on…..

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thank you!! Plenty more backed up, lets hope I dont book any more jobs in the next month :-P

  • @harrisonwhittaker4145
    @harrisonwhittaker4145 Рік тому

    Sooo good! You guys are the best loving the episodes can not wait for what's install in the future!

  • @pauldyson6921
    @pauldyson6921 Рік тому

    Sensational video guys......what a fish!!!

  • @gordonblack1629
    @gordonblack1629 Рік тому

    Awesome you two and congratulations to Jess, now that’s a fish. Looking forward to your next adventures. Stay safe.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers Gordy! Hope you’re all well x

  • @peterlee440
    @peterlee440 Рік тому

    Bloody amazing! Well done

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Peter, stoked is an understatement ☺️

  • @steve2meter
    @steve2meter Рік тому

    Congrats on the doggie of a lifetime Jess.
    Thanks for the update. Can't wait for all that footage in the bank.
    Thanks

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Haha thanks Steve, back to full time editor next week 🤞🤞 time to play catch up 🤣

  • @campbelltebbutt9614
    @campbelltebbutt9614 Рік тому

    Woooooww! Congrats!
    Amazing fish both of you!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Campbell, it was an insane day out!

  • @elizaandalisa
    @elizaandalisa Рік тому

    One hell of a dogtooth well done gal cheers n beers Marty Australia

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers Marty, glad I could bring you all along on the journey!

  • @antonysercombe
    @antonysercombe Рік тому

    Only been waiting 9 months for this !! Love ya work Jess 😊😊

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Haha cheers Ant! It has taken a while for sure 🤪 about time for the next doggy season

    • @antonysercombe
      @antonysercombe Рік тому

      I'll be back up there again this season. Can't wait !!!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Yeah epic!! Might have to organise a mother ship mission this year. See you up there ☺️

    • @antonysercombe
      @antonysercombe Рік тому

      @@sailingpopao that works for me !! 😊

  • @dirk3730
    @dirk3730 Рік тому

    What a monster! Fish of a lifetime 💙

  • @kathleenJohnston-eg5yy
    @kathleenJohnston-eg5yy 4 місяці тому

    Yeeeeuw go cuzzie!

  • @guyh-w3324
    @guyh-w3324 Рік тому

    Love Darook, love your work. ❤

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      😂 I was wondering if anyone would be able to pick that location 👌👏👏👏

  • @GordonJobson
    @GordonJobson Рік тому

    Great fish . well done, and well deserved. The meals looked great. Hopefully you are avoiding the cold winds down here at present.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers Gordon! No unfortunately right in the thick of it! Not much longer now 👌

  • @danclifton810
    @danclifton810 Рік тому

    Love it.

  • @pauldhughes
    @pauldhughes Рік тому

    Awesome fish guys / Jess 🎉

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Paul!

    • @pauldhughes
      @pauldhughes Рік тому

      Hi Jess, just saw the add in the leader paper re yr mum. Condolences to you and the family 😢 Paul & Jo.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      @@pauldhughes thank you x

  • @thalarirao8101
    @thalarirao8101 Рік тому

    You both rock! All the best.

  • @TheKYMB01
    @TheKYMB01 Рік тому

    What a stonker. I'm heading North from Brissy mid July and hope for a fraction of the stuff you guys have done and seen. Kymbo on Triwanderer

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Enjoy and safe travels, no doubt gov will! Hope we see you out there somewhere

  • @blakeriddington4478
    @blakeriddington4478 Рік тому

    Love it guys!

  • @browbr00
    @browbr00 Рік тому

    what a fish congrats guys, awesome footage.

  • @olesrensen3146
    @olesrensen3146 Рік тому

    what a fish! great vid :)

  • @fishhunter348
    @fishhunter348 Рік тому

    This episode was an absolute cracker! Soo much stoke! What a fish, Michael will be keen to get a bigger one now can't have the missus outdoing him!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Cheers! Yeah don’t worry she reminds me everyday 😂

    • @fishhunter348
      @fishhunter348 Рік тому

      @@sailingpopao I bet! You're a good sport but I bet it's eating you haha! Love the blue n gold macaw on the boat, how cool!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому +1

      Haha nah I’m stoked for her, just happy to get a monster on our own boat, that was always the dream! Yeah Archie is a cool bird…sometimes 🤣

  • @greatnorthern3481
    @greatnorthern3481 Рік тому

    Amazing fish of a life time only just found you guys got lots of watching to do love the process and cook and thanks for not filming you in your underwear 😂

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      😂😂😂😂 thanks and welcome to our channel. Apologies in advance, as there is plenty of other vids with Michael in his undies 😝 and even one without 🤪

  • @waughthogwaugh3078
    @waughthogwaugh3078 Рік тому

    Wow!

  • @danyoungy
    @danyoungy Рік тому

    EPIC

  • @Rouge_7
    @Rouge_7 Рік тому

    A sure sign of being/living in paradise...bird shit, EVERYWHERE!!!!

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      😂😂😂😂😂 absolutely!!! That was not even our worst coating.

  • @wozniakmedia
    @wozniakmedia Рік тому

    Congrats Jess, what an achievement! 💪
    So can you eat raw fish without freezing and thawing it first?

  • @SouthernCrossGO
    @SouthernCrossGO Рік тому

    Monster Doggy 😮

  • @barbiewarner530
    @barbiewarner530 Рік тому

    i love ur channel ..been wondering where u were..hope to c u soon..

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Barbie 😊 hoping the next episode wont be as far away! Thanks for watching

  • @TheGlynJones
    @TheGlynJones Рік тому

    LOve your vids. Could tell me what type of drone you use please

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Thanks Glyn, we use a mavic mini 3 pro. It’s so easy to travel with.

  • @mitchroberts1647
    @mitchroberts1647 Рік тому

    Just wondering what type of rego stickers you use on your inflatable?
    Cheers

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Hey Mitch, we had these ones sprayed professionally by a company in Brisbane. The highfield dealer organised it for us. Our original ones we used vinyl spray paint but they didn’t last long.

  • @robertlaird6746
    @robertlaird6746 Рік тому

    How much did that dogtooth tuna end up weighing? 60 kilo's equals 132 lb's. Congratulations Jess. That's a monster.

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Cheers Robert! We called it about 55ish.

    • @robertlaird6746
      @robertlaird6746 Рік тому

      @@sailingpopao Is that the largest Doggy you've had on your boat and that you've ever speared?

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  Рік тому

      Yes it’s the biggest doggy on Popao and bigger than any doggy either of us have shot before. Michael biggest was 35 in Tonga or Indo from memory.

    • @robertlaird6746
      @robertlaird6746 Рік тому

      @@sailingpopao That's awesome. As for me, I'm moving forward on an aluminum catamaran build. I've got a list of prices for the marine grade aluminum, mast, boom, rigging, electronics and all the other components I need. The plans to build it are 5k usd. The hull build is a six month process and the fit out is about a year. I'm just looking for a good place to build it.

  • @mounga100
    @mounga100 Рік тому

    How do you know we're to hunt tuna??

    • @sailingpopao
      @sailingpopao  11 місяців тому +1

      Lot's of years experience, we will do an episode on it this year.

  • @toddyrightonit
    @toddyrightonit Рік тому

    Still doing crazy shit 😂