I’ve got a tendency to push things a little too far when I’m spearfishing. And after getting washed over the rocks chasing the schools of fish swimming in the wash, I discovered two holes. One in my leg, which would eventually heal. The other I was much more distressed about. I’d torn a 4-inch gash […]
I’ve been in an out of the water my entire life. But I’ve got a problem. When spearfishing with new people I’m often surprised at their lack of experience. Especially with different spearfishing techniques. Sure, they’re great in one area. But if you want to bring home fish, day after day, you need confidence no […]
One of my favourite innovations in spearfishing is the open cell camo spearfishing wetsuit. When I first started spearfishing, we had minimal choice. Everything was closed cell, which meant you were using thicker and less comfortable options in the water. These traditional wetsuits worked to keep you warm, but they didn’t offer any real advantages […]
Having seen some particularly nasty spearfishing accidents in my time, you’d be surprised to learn just how much can go wrong when you’re in the water. Because when you’re at the bottom of the ocean, armed with all your gear, it can be easy to forget the spearfishing dangers that exist. I’ve been washed over […]
When I first discovered a cave full of lobsters spearfishing I was stunned. I never knew you could catch lobsters by hand. But over the years I learnt where to look, and how I could quickly and easily pull these lobsters out of the cracks and crevices they were hiding in, because they’re absolutely delicious. […]
Until I actually tried a proper spearfishing wetsuit hood, I was a little perplexed as to why they’d be good. Ever since, I’ve been a big fan. I’ll admit, the first time I saw another guy spearfishing with a wetsuit hood I wondered why on earth he’d need that much protection. I had gotten used […]
The Hammerhead Evolution 2 Hi-Bred speargun is a thing of beauty. Bringing together an impressive mahogany stock barrel with the brand’s latest innovations in the handle and trigger mech. It shoots clean, and for a beginner looking to get their hands on an entry-level wood speargun, this is one of the better options you’ll find […]
Spearfishing is a sport I’ve enjoyed since I discovered you could go hunting underwater. Each year I learn a little more about spearfishing, gain a little more experience, and after over 30 years exploring the reefs and dive sites the world over, I’d like to let you in on a secret. It’s not hard to […]
One of the most important pieces of gear you need is a spearfishing weight belt. When I’m spearfishing, I almost always wear a wetsuit to stay warm, but this can make spearfishing a little tricky. Because your wetsuit will cause you to float. And if you’re sporting a proper spearfishing wetsuit, you’re going to struggle […]
The only problem with a good wetsuit hood is the seal. Often, it’s so good, you’ll struggle to equalize when you’re spearfishing. Punching holes above your ears is the likely solution you’ll find everyone talking about online, and after doing it myself this last weekend I’d like to share my experience. Max Spearfishing is reader-supported. […]