Spearfishing 101

Choosing the proper freediving fins can seem like a daunting task at first: they’re expensive and long, they’re made of materials with different pros and cons, and even within a given material there are different “stiffnesses”, whatever that means. In...

Safety Equipment For In The Water  Safety equipment for diving is one of the most overlooked areas of dive gear. It usually takes a diver having a close call before they start to think seriously about safety. The reality is...

  Dive lights are an infinitely valuable tool for all divers. When it really comes down to it, lights help put fish and crustaceans in the boat. They can also be helpful above water on the boat or any situation where...

We have already written an article going over the different methods of construction of spearfishing floats. This article is more designed to elaborate on the technical benefits and demerits of each and how to choose the right size float for...

So You Shot a Fish - Now What (Spearfishing For Beginners)  Every new diver builds up a bunch of skills to get to the point where they can finally shoot a fish. They have to get the gear, learn how...

Choosing the Right Wetsuit for Freediving - Closed Cell vs Open Cell  Open Cell Wetsuit Benefits  Open cell suits are the preferred wetsuit for freediving. They are warmer and more insulated than the same thickness closed cell wetsuits. The slick...

Custom Spearguns - Building or Buying Your Newest Speargun  Building Your Own Speargun  Building your own is a fantastic project which we at neptonics have streamlined for first time builders. We have several helpful videos to help walk you through your first...

Boat Etiquette - Basic Boat Operations In the United States, there are clear laws about how most water is owned by the public. Regardless, we collectively share the water. It is fantastic that the oceans are held in the public trust,...

Speargun Safety - The Basics  Why Speargun Safety is Important  Even if it's just meant for fish, spearguns are designed to kill. Speargun safety is one of the most fundamental aspects of preventing spearfishing tragedies outside of blackouts. New divers always...