Raw Saltwater Stories - The Aclassic Podcast - Season 3 coming soon!

EP39 - Kayak Fishing at the Top: Big Fish, Big Risks & Big Rewards with Lance Clinton

On this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Lance Clinton—a kayak fishing machine based in Costa Rica. Lance shares how he turned his life around, found purpose in fishing, and became one of the top offshore kayak anglers in the game. We dive into his journey from Louisiana to Costa Rica, the unique inshore and offshore fisheries he calls home, and what it’s like competing on an international stage like the Pan American Championships. Lance also opens up about big fish encounters, kayak safety myths, gear tips, and even the design of innovative jigs and knives. If you’re into fishing, adventure, or stories of turning life around, you’ll want to hear this one. Apologies on a few sound issues with this one! The mic died just as we began. New one on the way! Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram ( ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/ ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/]). That’s where we drop new guest announcements, and you can send in your questions. 📍 Check Lance out here: https://www.instagram.com/thefishrustler/ [https://www.instagram.com/thefishrustler/] 📍 For wild saltwater action and today’s chat, hit our YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@_aclassic_⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@_aclassic_] 📍 Aclassic's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/] 📍 Dan’s on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/ [https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/] Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next wild story. If you know someone who’s done something epic on, under, or around the water, tell us in the comments or DM, and we’ll see if we can get them on. 💬 Leave a review, and check us out: ⁠⁠⁠Aclassic.co⁠⁠ [https://www.aclassic.co/] Cheers! 🎙 Guest: Lance Clinton 🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

Strike Mission 001: GIANT New Zealand Kingfish with Churchy’s Charters

Welcome to the very first pre-trip episode of Aclassic Strike Missions — a raw, unfiltered series where we chase the fish of a lifetime and show you what really goes down. For this mission, we’re heading across the ditch to New Zealand to fish with Churchy from Churchy’s Charters, one of the most dialled-in kingfish operators on the planet. It's a 72-hour whirlwind — fly in, travel across the country, fish hard for one day, then get back home — all for one shot at a dream kingie. This episode sets the stage: who Churchy is, what makes his fishery special, how the trip will run, what could go right (or wrong), and what gear we’re taking to make it count. This series is all about repping the everyday fisho — I’m not a pro, just a bloke who's obsessed with fishing and finally pulling the trigger to see what’s possible. No filters, no egos — just the full experience, the real effort, and the legends who live this life daily. So if you’ve ever thought about booking the ticket… this is your sign. Let’s go. Check out Churchys charters here: https://churchyscharters.co.nz/charters/ [https://churchyscharters.co.nz/charters/] Churchys Insta: https://www.instagram.com/churchyschartersnz/ [https://www.instagram.com/churchyschartersnz/] Aclassic Insta: https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/] Dan's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/ [https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/] Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram (link in bio). That’s where we drop guest announcements and take your questions. 💬 Leave a review, hit follow, ENJOY!

EP 37 - Slab Hunter Stories from The Right to Skeleton Bay with Shane Ackerman

South Coast madman Shane Ackerman joins us to talk about his life chasing some of the heaviest waves on earth. From a brutal wipeout at The Right that nearly ended it all, to scoring at Skeleton Bay, Shane opens up on what it takes to surf slabs at the edge of possibility. We dive into his upbringing on the South Coast of NSW, how the local scene shaped him, and what drives him to keep pushing limits in waves most people wouldn’t paddle out in. Heavy stories, raw insight, and full respect to one of Australia’s underground hellmen. The insane footage at The Right was filmed by Tim Bonython! Make sure you check out this epic film Yeti put together on Shane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=d_itcu6XqA8&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafLPYOUHmZiawNb8nRdTyMumIytWjt3AhZgAdNAuV-7c1Ca_jZY2FO1wAF8fg_aem_lf5kDOgj_ixfXp8S4fHdXQ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=d_itcu6XqA8&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafLPYOUHmZiawNb8nRdTyMumIytWjt3AhZgAdNAuV-7c1Ca_jZY2FO1wAF8fg_aem_lf5kDOgj_ixfXp8S4fHdXQ] 📍 Shanes IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shaneackerman/ [https://www.instagram.com/billy_hayess/] 📍 Tim Bonython IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tim_bonython_swellchasers/ [https://www.instagram.com/kuhlfishn/] 📍 Aclassic IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/] 📍 Host: Dan Muntz – ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/ [https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/] Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram (link in bio). That’s where we drop guest announcements and take your questions. 💬 Leave a review, hit follow and enjoy!

EP 36 – Bluefin on Topwater, 6-Hour Handline Fights & Frozen River Beasts – Podcast with Theophile Gonet

Theophile Gonet jumps on the podcast to talk about his obsession with chasing giant fish across the globe. From bluefin tuna on spin gear in the Canary Islands to solo sturgeon missions in icy Canadian rivers, Theo breaks down the moments, gear, and grind behind it all. He talks about growing up fishing with his dad in France, the tight regulations around bluefin there, and how he’s built a life around chasing different species around the world. We dive into what makes the Canary Islands one of the hardest places to land a tuna, why people still don’t believe it can be done on spin, and the brutal moment he lost the fish he trained months for. From tuna heartbreak to sturgeon in the snow—this one’s honest, raw, and straight from a bloke who’s all in. 📍 Theo’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefrenchfisherman_/ [https://www.instagram.com/theophilegonet/] 📍 Aclassic IG: https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/] 📍 Host: Dan Muntz – https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/ [https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/] Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram (link in bio). That’s where we drop guest announcements and take your questions. https://www.youtube.com/@_aclassic_ [https://www.youtube.com/@_aclassic_] #aclassic #fishingpodcast #bluefin #gianttuna #spingear #theophilegonet #saltwaterstories #aclassicpodcast

EP 35 - Surviving Shipstern’s: Harry's Journey from Injury to Comeback

In this episode, we catch up with Tasmanian surfer Harry Hollmer-Cross as he shares his intense experience at Shipstern's Bluff. At just 18 years old, Harry endured a severe wipeout resulting in a serious brain injury, which kept him out of the water for two years. Harry openly discusses the details of his accident, the tough road of recovery, and the support from his family and the local surfing community. He also explains how his experience led to the Shippy Safety Initiative, enhancing safety measures at Shipstern's. The episode also highlights Harry’s return to Shipstern's Bluff, facing the wave that nearly ended his surfing career. Join us for an honest conversation about overcoming fear, resilience, and a deep passion for surfing one of the world’s most challenging waves. Don't forget to check out the Shippies Safety initiative and donate what you can so the boys can continue to keep everyone safe! Find them here: https://www.instagram.com/shippys_safety_wipeouts/ [https://www.instagram.com/shippys_safety_wipeouts/] 📍 Harry's IG: https://www.instagram.com/harryhcross/ [https://www.instagram.com/harryhcross/] 📍 Aclassic IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/] 📍 Host: Dan Muntz: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/] 📍Nick Green IG: https://www.instagram.com/nickgreenphoto [https://www.instagram.com/nickgreenphoto/] 📍Tim Bonython IG:https://www.instagram.com/tim_bonython_swellchasers/ [https://www.instagram.com/tim_bonython_swellchasers/] Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram (link in bio). That’s where we drop guest announcements and take your questions. 💬 Leave a review, hit follow! 🎙 Guests: Harry Hollmer Cross 🎙 Host: Dan Muntz #surf #surfstory #surfing #comeback #wild