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Bluefin Tuna in California: The 25x Boom the Data Proves
California bluefin tuna catches grew 25x in five years. Here's the data behind the boom, when it peaks, and what it means for bluewater divers.

Bret Whitman
Mar 265 min read


California Dive Conditions: Real-Time Visibility, Fish Forecasts, and 33 Spots from San Diego to Humboldt
we built the SpearFactor Dive Conditions Tool — one page, 33 dive spots across all of California, everything you need to know

Bret Whitman
Mar 254 min read


How to Spear California Halibut: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about spearfishing California halibut — from spotting them camouflaged in the sand to shot placement, regulations, best dive spots, and why they are one of the finest fish you will ever eat.

Bret Whitman
Mar 2211 min read


Spearfishing the Channel Islands: A Complete Island-by-Island Guide to California's Best Diving
Island-by-island breakdown of California's Channel Islands — dive spots, MPAs to avoid, target species, seasonal timing, logistics, and safety for Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, Catalina, and San Clemente.

Bret Whitman
Mar 1916 min read


A Beginner's Guide to Spearfishing Orange County, California: Species, Spots, Gear, and Techniques
The complete beginner's guide to spearfishing Orange County, California — covering target species, shore dive spots from Huntington Beach to Dana Point, MPAs, gear recommendations, and seasonal timing.

Bret Whitman
Mar 1718 min read


I Analyzed 827,624 Fish Catches Over 4 Years — Here's What I Found About Yellowtail, White Sea Bass, and Halibut in San Diego
827,624 fish catch records analyzed over 4 years. Here's what the data reveals about yellowtail, white sea bass, and halibut patterns off San Diego.

Bret Whitman
Mar 167 min read


White Sea Bass in California: A Diver's Complete Guide to Regulations, Locations, and Tactics
Cameron Craig of Tag Spearguns with another solid sea bass from 2025.

Bret Whitman
Mar 146 min read


How to Spear Wahoo: Bluewater Tactics for the Fastest Fish in the Ocean
Wahoo are the fastest fish in the ocean and one of the ultimate bluewater targets. Learn the gear setups, flasher rigs, shot placement, and timing that put more wahoo in the boat.

Bret Whitman
Mar 126 min read
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