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Spearfishing in Poor Visibility: Tips and Techniques for Murky Water
Tips, tricks, and techniques to spearfish in poor visibility. There are way to make spearfishing in murky water safer and more enjoyable.

Bret Whitman
May 25, 20206 min read


How to Make DIY Spearfishing Floats: Cheap, Tough, and They Actually Work
DIY Homemade spearfishing floats. Cheap, tough, easy, and best of all, they work!

Bret Whitman
Apr 22, 20204 min read


How to Make DIY Spearfishing Flashers: Cheap, Easy, and Deadly Effective
Flashers are one of the most useful tools in a spearfisher's arsenal for attracting curious fish within shooting range. But commercial flashers can be expensive, and the truth is you can make your own that are just as effective for a fraction of the cost. I used homemade flashers on a Baja trip and brought fish in close enough to shoot with a pole spear. Here's a conversation I had with Jon from Cast and Spear about the setup, plus a complete step-by-step build guide. Materia

Bret Whitman
Mar 22, 20202 min read


How to Make DIY Spearfishing Targets for Pool Practice
One hour of target practice for spearfishing can give you more insight about you and your equipment than an entire season of spearfishing.

Bret Whitman
Mar 6, 20202 min read


A Beginner's Guide to Spearfishing San Diego: Species, Spots, Gear, and Techniques
A beginners complete guide to spearfishing California

Bret Whitman
Feb 18, 202018 min read


How to Get Sponsored in Spearfishing: 10 Tips That Actually Work
Getting sponsored in spearfishing is a goal for many divers, but most people go about it the wrong way. Sponsorship isn't about free gear — it's a business relationship where you provide value to a company in exchange for support. Brands want ambassadors who can reach an audience, create quality content, and represent their products authentically. Whether you're just starting to build your profile or you've been diving for years and want to take the next step, these ten tips

Bret Whitman
Jan 13, 20203 min read


Ear Problems in Freediving and Spearfishing: Prevention, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Ear problems are one of the most common and frustrating issues that freedivers and spearfishers deal with. After years of battling ear infections, equalization difficulties, and painful inflammation that kept me out of the water for weeks at a time, I've learned the hard way what works and what doesn't when it comes to protecting your ears. If you've ever had to sit on the beach watching perfect conditions go to waste because of an ear issue, this guide is for you. Understand

Bret Whitman
Dec 31, 20193 min read


5 Ways to Stay in Diving Shape During the Off-Season: Fitness Tips for Spearfishers
If you live somewhere with a real winter, you know the frustration of watching the dive season shut down while you sit on the couch losing the fitness you built all summer. Cold water, rough conditions, and short days can keep even the most dedicated spearfishers out of the ocean for months at a time. But losing your diving fitness during the off-season means spending the first weeks of next season getting back to baseline instead of hunting effectively from day one. The good

Bret Whitman
Dec 15, 20193 min read
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