Hatteras Blue Water Open Travel Board

[RabiSpear]

Its that time of year again. Last year, I started a thread like this and ended up meeting two new people and splitting a rental car from Newport News to the OBX. I booked my travel last week and I will arrive in Newport News at around 11 on Wed. night and I am leaving mid-day on Monday. I'd like to hook up with someone else and split car expenses.

Other than that, it is time to kill some fish up in Carolina. They are having a great year of fishing up there so far. Deep water, big fish, spearos from all over the world...doesn't get any better!

[Mattedhead]

I'm amped...Hatteras is always a good time! We'll be coming in on I-40E to 64E if anyone needs a ride from GSO or RDU. Space for 1 maybe 2 if we bring the skiff.

[virgili]

I'll arrive from Boston at Norfolk airport on wen. 11th at about 10h30 am. a car is rented and if anyone need a ride, welcome aboard!

[LA Diver]

When is the open? And does anyone have room on their boat? I will split cost as I am a boat owner also and know the ropes. I will trade a trip if someone wants to come shoot on the rigs here in LA.

[Mattedhead]

LA Diver:
Here is the site:
http://omerdiving.com/newsview.aspx?news=12

Our boat is full, but there is no problem getting you on a boat as they use a number of charter captains. Your best bet is to contact Mark Laboccetta for more info. Their contact info is on the webpage.

Matt

[virgili]

"Fin Quest" is full: V. Popescu, K. Fricker, J. Majeski, R. Blackwood, D. Halsworth, P. Virgili. and... the inevitable CAPTAIN DON!

[Mattedhead]

Capt Don is awesome! The Fin Quest has more experience running freedivers than any other sportfisher in Hatteras. You guys will have a blast!

[OBX Fish Killer]

Any one that needs a place to stay give me a call. I have a condo in Hatteras with in walking distance of Hatteras Landing Marina where it is hosted. I'd be willing to cut a deal for someone in the tourney. I will be there also and have rented it to speros before. Thanks

Jed

Give me a call at 252 305 1412.

[berty]

hey dude your in luck i live right here in newport news va and im also going to kill some fish down in nc if you still need a ride get with me at puertoricanjaws@yahoo.com let me know bud ill hook you up!!!!!! :thumps:

[manowar]

Get someone to change the dates on the Spearboard heading, it's July 13-14-15-2007 for the Omer Bluewater Open

[RabiSpear]

So quiet here. There needs to be some smack talk going on! I am freaking pumped. Each year, from the day I leave Hatteras, I think about this tournament until the day I get back. I think about each dive in the blue water and whether I'll see a wahoo or a tuna, another 88lb AJ or a 35lb AP. Like Brando last year on one of the shallow wrecks, 80 feet deep and he sees a huge yellowfin tuna- too bad he choked. All my gear is decked out now- new bands, new line, new crimps. Let's do this thing!

BTW, no one is flying in on Wed night?

[johnspear23]

Dude I feel the same way. Hatteras is a crazy place you never know what you are going to see, that's what makes it so exciting. My girlfriend was giving me a hard time last night because there are a few things I have been putting off doing in our apartment. She said "All you have been doing lately is working on your spear fishing gear. You are OBSESSED!!" ha ha ha I told her I'll get it done when I get back from Hatteras but until then I'm busy. I'm predicting a Jersey sweep for the top spots. I don't think it will be such a surprise since Jersey is known for their Blue water hunters….

I'm counting down the days. See you guys down there

John Majeski

[blueh2oboy]

Ragin Cajun, The Colonel, Juanita Girl, and Blueh2oballs will be departing Orlando around 1200hrs on the 11th with the great white hope in Tow. There will be a minimum of 2 dozen spearguns, 87 extra shafts 1200 yards of 400lb test monofilament shooting line, 7 Filet knives, chum, 13 cases of Naty Light, 3 UW cameras, 15 pairs of Carbon fiber fins, 12 wetsuits, 43 gloves, a ar of mustard, 2 lbs of turkey and a bag of Pretzels.
Ready to kill fish.
Drink cheap Beer,
Make fun of the inbreds in NC,
Stay in a flea bag motel,
burn a lot of gas
and see all the guys.
Kill kill kill

[RabiSpear]

The Floridians are back in effect this year! By my count we should have at least a dozen divers in the water and probably more. Somehow, we let the left coasters infiltrate our ranks at the top of the leader board in the recent past. I predict that the smack will be laid down this year by the Florida Boys- In spite of the fact that OMER has laid down the spearfishing equivalent of the "Jordan Rules" in order to hold us down.

It is worth traveling to the Open just to see the gear show and talk to the true masters of our sport. Seriously, it is rumored that some of these guys actually have pilot fish that swim with them as they hunt. Whippersnappers like me have to kiss the ring.

Kill, Kill, Kill.

[manowar]

Here is your updated Hatteras Report. Bluewater everywhere, Very little current everywhere, Fish everywhere. Cam and Blake, are you and your merry band of Florida pranksters going to wear matching trunks like you did the year Cam won? It seemed to work for you. I'm going to the Proteus, British Splendor, and Dixie Arrow tomorrow. I'll report later.............

Watch the inbred local jokes, we are sensitive about our sisters

[RabiSpear]

That was a mistake. Won't happen again. We demoted the Colonel for that idea, and he is still trying to work his way back up the chain for that decision.

[Mattedhead]

I'm looking through the rules and I can't find this rule change??? Cam sent me a text today but I can't find it. If it is true, and it's a recent change.... :cool:

[RabiSpear]

Jordan Rules for Florida and Carolina Boys:

3. The boats will be leaving Hatteras Landing Marina and the other Marinas the boat dock at no sooner than 6:30am every morning, although loading the boat can begin as early as the divers want. Diving starts officially at 8:00am. All boats regardless of local marinas departed from, will weigh in at Hatteras Landing Marina by 5pm each day.
4. Upon arrival on site, a lottery will be held to allocate each pair of divers to a boat on a daily basis. This will ensure that there is no preference for boat or captain.
5. Divers trailoring their own boats to Hatteras may launch from any of the three boat ramps provided they weigh in their fish at Hatteras Landing Marina by 4pm every day.

Jed lives there so we are not trailering his boat anywhere. For everyone else, I think it is pretty cheasy. Especially because some of the private boats are slower than the charter boats are.

[virgili]

Russel is an asset to our team! in my opinion he does'nt need any pilotfish... One says that he is a master in telepathic communication with fish and that he could destabilize the opponent spearos. If you get terrified by his special power, you should bring us some beer/ coke as a gift, before leaving Friday at 6 am: the name of the boat is FIN QUEST.(no Pepsi please)

[ROBERTO REYES]

Make sure you take plenty of bananas to the fin quest.

[blueh2oboy]

Roberto don't listen to the Northerners, I believe that it is illegal to bring Coke or any other sort of South American Pharmaceuticals into the country so you don't need to smuggle anything up for the Fin Quest.
for everyones' information, just because he has a Spanish name doesn't mean he is a Drug Lord.
He does however possess the power of the pilot fish and can summon them at will enabling him to hide amongst them and spear fish much bigger than himself. (meaning fish over 82 lbs).
Vaminos! Lets get up there and get some fish!

[virgili]

Would like to share the fact that I took part to the first Hatteras BWH in 2002 and that at the time it was my first steps in an U.S. compet... except Mark I knew no one in the circle, so I felt like a "fish out of water". Back from a long SF trip in West Africa and due to the very trying conditions over there, I was not feeling too good (and sick).
Roberto (and his buddy Leo visited) us in the camping and showed himself pretty pleasant and friendly. Thank's a lot.

[RabiSpear]

After a long, hard day of prepping for the Open in the Homossassa scallop grounds, I returned to find that the rule change was a typo. I think it made for good drama, but what can you do. After 400 x 2.5 foot freedives I finally feel ready for the big-time! We killed the scallops and its time to feast.

[kjflyfish]

Scalloping can be a good workout - try and see how many you can get on a single breath! Can't wait for the Open.

[virgili]

minimum of 2 dozen spearguns, 87 extra shafts 1200 yards of 400lb test monofilament ...
It seems that the moral of the troops is high!
I hear it said that fish in Hatteras is getting depressed...

[Mattedhead]

I'm packing all of my necessary gear in my little orange fanny pack:
Pink Speedo
SPF 50
$100 bill for GR's Calcutta
lycra skinsuit

One hand will hold a polespear, and the other a case of Beast Lite...

[blueh2oboy]

I know it is probably out of the question but if there is anyone who is coming in Friday morning to Norfolk there is a beautiful young Japanese girl that needs a ride to Hatteras.
Her brother Yoshi will be diving in the tournament and his sister who lives in California is making the trip over to see him as they rarely get to see each other. If anyone has any info on the best way to get her to Hatteras let me know. I am thinking a taxi or Town Car is the best idea as she has no license to drive.
Thanks if anyone can help. If not keep the hell away from her in Hatteras as her brother is an excellent spearfisherman and even better with a pole spear.
Cam

[Red Tide]

Cam,
Did you and your dad stop at that little place for some "stress relief" on the way up? :lol:

[ROBERTO REYES]

Would like to share the fact that I took part to the first Hatteras BWH in 2002 and that at the time it was my first steps in an U.S. compet... except Mark I knew no one in the circle, so I felt like a "fish out of water". Back from a long SF trip in West Africa and due to the very trying conditions over there, I was not feeling too good (and sick).
Roberto (and his buddy Leo visited) us in the camping and showed himself pretty pleasant and friendly. Thank's a lot.

Virgili
Nowdays it would be hard to find you like a fish out of the water.
It was a pleasure having dinner with you and your wife.

[Straightup]

Things you will here in Hatteras this year.

Does my ass look big in these speedos?

Man I just had this huge yellowfin fall off my shaft.

Gr, do you have any more vaseline?

How deep is it?

Cam, What's that rash on your stomach?

I bent my shaft!

[kjflyfish]

Nowhere has the venerable Speedo seen such a warm welcome than the waters of NC...

[Mattedhead]

Mine has the Stars n Bars appliqued to the business end. YEEEE HAAAAA....

[Mattedhead]

Gr, do you have any more vaseline?

How deep is it?

Cam, What's that rash on your stomach?


These three seem inter-related.

[RabiSpear]

Some more things you will hear:

Can we add stripers, sheephead and tautog?

15-20kts with 6-8 foot seas isn't that bad with a 2 second interval.

If we wish hard enough, the strong winds might blow the seas down a couple of feet.

Is 6 a.m. too early for a beer?

Who is that guy with the red hat, red shirt, red speedo, red crocs and red speargun?

[kjflyfish]

Walk softly and carry a big stick to Hatty.

[Mattedhead]

F$%* Kolt, what are you going after??? The latest report from Had-her-ass is that you may not be able to see the end of that cannon.

[kjflyfish]

When it opens up, I'll be ready!

[Mattedhead]

NICE! Beautiful work as usual...can't wait to see it, finish the euro?

[kjflyfish]

The euro turned into a red, white, and blue blooded American mid-handle for my Dad, and it is almost ready for finishing. It's a 51" teak and padauk gun for a 9/32 shaft - very similar to my black gun.

Onward to Hatteras!

[Red Tide]

We just had a spot open up. If anyone is interested we have a spare bed and a place on a 42 Sport Fish. Send me a PM or call me 813-620-8151.

Thanks,

G.R.

[RabiSpear]

Last post before heading out! Crazy forecast. Gonna scout a bit tomorrow...

THU
NW WINDS 15 TO 20 KT...BECOMING NE 5 TO 10 KT IN THE
AFTERNOON. SEAS 5 FT DIMINISHING TO 2 TO 4 FT DOMINANT PERIOD 7
SECONDS. A CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

THU NIGHT
SE WINDS 10 KT...BECOMING S AFTER MIDNIGHT. SEAS
2 TO 3 FT. A SLIGHT CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

FRI
SW WINDS 10 TO 15 KT...BECOMING S 20 TO 25 KT IN THE
AFTERNOON. SEAS 3 TO 4 FT INCREASING TO 5 TO 6 FT. A CHANCE OF
SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

FRI NIGHT
SW WINDS 25 TO 30 KT. SEAS 6 TO 7 FT. A CHANCE OF
SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

SAT
W WINDS 15 TO 20 KT...BECOMING SW IN THE AFTERNOON. SEAS 4 TO
5 FT. A CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

SAT NIGHT
SW WINDS 15 TO 20 KT...BECOMING S 10 TO 15 KT AFTER
MIDNIGHT. SEAS 4 TO 5 FT. A CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND TSTMS.

SUN
S WINDS 10 TO 15 KT. SEAS 2 TO 3 FT. A CHANCE OF SHOWERS
AND TSTMS.

[Mattedhead]

Sh!t that doesn't look half bad for Hatteras...It wouldn't be Hatteras w/o a 6-8'+ snotty, short-chop and sieways rain now would it???

[Red Tide]

Spot filled. Team Dramamine is ready :vodka: :vodka:

[Powerhead]

FRI NIGHT
SW WINDS 25 TO 30 KT. SEAS 6 TO 7 FT. A CHANCE OF
SHOWERS AND TSTMS.


Have fun boyz!

[virgili]

7pm. Bad weather this morning, but better forecast tomorrow. Cpt Don/Russel/ David/ Karl/ John...

[virgili]

7 am.!( Not pm.)

[virgili]

we got a power failure in Hatteras yesterday at 9pm.!!
2 pics John/ philippe..

[fish til udrown]

Good luck everyone dive safe! Ill be seeing you all next year! Someone drink some beers for me!

All you California divers better represent!

-Ryan Moore

[virgili]

Pics...

[virgili]

A spearo (Guy Nesbitt) in action:
http://www.spearfishingmotion.com/videos.html?current_page=5&video_id=193&lang=en

[virgili]

J. Majewski:
http://www.spearfishingmotion.com/videos.html?current_page=5&video_id=195&lang=en

[uzj100]

What is the best site pictures and results?

Thanks,

uzj100

[virgili]

C. kirconnell won the open!

[uzj100]

What kind and size of fish?

Thanks,

uzj100

[virgili]

C. Kirconnell won the Omer BW Open! Congratulations++

[virgili]

An about 40lb cobia caught by K. Fricker (3rd).

[virgili]

An about 30 lb cobia caught by V. Popescu.

[OBX Fish Killer]

It great to see everyone at the tournment again. KP had a stong showing and represented well. I hope to see y'all soon.

[virgili]

New pics taken by R. Blackwood:

http://www.spearfishingmotion.com/pictures.html?current_page=4&lang=en

[Fondueset]

Here's my Gallery from Hatteras - work in progress. Article on DB shortly.

Omer Open Pics (http://www.imageevent.com/blueroom/hatteras)

http://photos.imageevent.com/blueroom/hatteras/websize/IMG_6509x.jpg

[kjflyfish]

Excellent pictures!

[deepdown]

Here's my Gallery from Hatteras - work in progress. Article on DB shortly.

Omer Open Pics (http://www.imageevent.com/blueroom/hatteras)

http://photos.imageevent.com/blueroom/hatteras/websize/IMG_6509x.jpg

Great pics Chris.

[Fondueset]

thanks. That's Rene' in the above. 'Precision' is the word that comes to mind watching him work.
Unfortunately I barely got acclimated there due to a sidetrack into the exciting world of seasickness - which was way more fun than I could possibly have imagined. I want to go back and spend more time >70ft. Most of the really cool stuff was down there.