NSP:301 The Deep Man Behind DiveR | Ray Powell

Interview with Ray Powell Todays interview is with DiveR founder Ray Powell! Ray talks about his journey in spearfishing, starting from competitions as a youngster to founding the company we all know and love - DiveR. He shares personal stories, including a close call with decompression sickness and a close encounter with a Irukandji jellyfish. Ray's known for his generosity, often giving gear to help out new divers. We also dive into some technical talk about fin design and the science behind spearfishing gear. Catch this episode for a mix of personal tales, deep diving wisdom, and a few laughs. Important times 00:00 Intro04:14 Ray Powell's Early Spearfishing Memories06:14 Founding of DiveR Australia08:55 A Tragic Spearfishing Incident12:53 Spearfishing Safety and Risks21:27 A Dangerous Encounter with an Irukandji29:52 Decompression Sickness in Freediving39:08 Challenges of Deep Diving, Hydration and Nutrition48:03 Rediscovering the Joy of Diving01:03:04 Innovations in Diving Equipment01:07:13 Wetsuits and Weight Considerations01:08:56 Fin Rails and Stability01:09:42 Shorter Blade Fins01:10:33 Fin Width and Customization01:11:25 Innovations in Fin Materials01:17:46 Foot Pockets and Energy Transfer01:19:22 Diver Australia and Custom Designs01:25:45 Spearfishing Experiences and Favorite Companions01:26:50 Dream Fish and Spearfishing Philosophy01:30:03 The Future of Spearfishing Media01:32:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Listen in and subscribe on iOS or Android https://link.chtbl.com/Download_This_Episode Important Links diverfins.com Grab a hardcover copy of 99 Spearo RecipesNoob Spearo Facebook CommunityNoob Spearo InstagramNoob Spearo YouTube Channel Noob Spearo Partners and Discount Codes SpearReady | Get Spear Ready and make the most of your next spearfishing trip! 50 days to better spearfishing!Astard Pole Spears | Use the code NOOBSPEARO to get FREE SHIPPINGAdreno Spearfishing – Buy your spearfishing equipment here. Use the code NOOBSPEARO save $20 on every purchase over $200 at checkout – Flat shipping rate, especially in AUS!Neptonics Spearfishing and Freediving – Use the code NOOB10 to save 10% off anything store-wide. Free Shipping on USA orders over $99Aqualyte Hydration | 10% off for listeners with code: NOOBSPEARONoob Spearo MAD GEAR | ‘Spearo Dad’ | ‘Jobfish Tribute’ | 99 Spearo Recipes Immersion Online freediving classes | 28-day Freediving Transformation | Equalization Masterclass – Roadmap to FrenzelHow To Freedive | The 5 minute Freediver | Break the 10 Meter Barrier – Use the code NOOBSPEARO to saveAudible.com Get a free audiobook along with a 30-day trial here. Listen to 99 Tips to Get Better at SpearfishingOld Man Blue | Wickedly tough and well thought out gear! Check out the legendary SeaSac HERE HohnkeOutdoors.com - 20% off with code NOOBSPEAROKamokapearls.com use the code NOOB15