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Although the name may suggest otherwise, Hawaii Skin Diver is global in scope, featuring Freedive / Spearfishing adventures from every corner of the globe. Through our magazine, TV show, and website, HSD offers a glimpse into the underwater world, the divers lifestyle, and our unique culture.

For divers - by divers, HSD welcomes you to share in this online experience. The right side of this page contains content posted by the Hawaii Skin Diver staff. While the HSD Community on the left, belongs to YOU. Feel free to participate in the HSD Forum, display your catch in the Photo Gallery or showcase your adventures in the Video Gallery.

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2010 Fantasy Spearfishing

How it Works:
Fantasy Spearfishing is for the Largest Fish (Team) in both the Speargun and 3-prong Division of the 2010 Gene Higa Memorial Spearfishing Tournament which will be held on May 22, 2010. Pick the team you think will win the largest fish category. Then, guess the total weight of their winning catch. That’s it! [...]

La Paz World Cup Invitational 2010
2010 Gene Higa Tournament Forms and Info

May 22, 2010 @ Puiki Pavilion, Waialua, Hawaii.
Save the date.
Also:
Iron Chef Kimi Werner will take on Challenger Nico Chaize of Nico’s at Pier 38
at the 2010 Iron Chef Competition.
It should be exciting!
Higa Tourney – Info
Higa Tourney – Waiver

FOOD NETWORK’S “DINERS, DRIVE-INS AND DIVES” GOES HAWAIIAN

On April 5, “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” will air an episode featuring three of Oahu’s favorite eateries – Hank’s Haute Dogs, Highway Inn, and Nico’s at Pier 38. The popular show is hosted by Guy Fieri, known for his trademark bleached spiked hair and laid back California attitude. In its 8th season, “DDD” travels across [...]

“The Blue Wild” 2010 International Spearfishing Expo in Florida

Announcing “The Blue Wild” Expo on June 5 and 6, 2010, in the magic city of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida!  It’s our fourth year, and we’ve outgrown our previous venue, so we are holding it at the prestigious and modern Broward County Convention Center.
We have plenty of action for spearos and freedivers, but we also have [...]

Records

  • Posted: April 27, 2010
    Manini Record

    Name: Matt Ramsey
    Fish: Manini
    Weight: 1.29
    Location: Kihei, Maui
    Date: 2/26/2010
    From: Boat
    Weapon: Rob Allen 120
    Story: I took a drop, threw some sand up and patted the ground. A large school of manini came in and I took a shot at one of the larger ones It turned out to be larger than I thought.

  • Posted: February 26, 2010
    Squid Record (3-Prong)

    Name: Meagan Agricula
    Fish: Squid
    Weight: .70
    Location: East Oahu
    Date: 2/15/10
    From: Shore
    Weapon: 8’ Kawaanga 3prong
    Story: Just swam out from shore into 10’ of dirty water. Saw a pile of squid and shot the biggest one.

  • Posted:
    Moana Kali Record (3-Prong)

    Name: Travis Lee
    Fish: Moana Kali
    Weight: 4.65
    Location: South Oahu
    Date: 1/15/10
    From: Shore
    Weapon: Yokooji 7’ 3 prong

  • Posted:
    Ulua Record (3-Prong)

    Name: Chris Paglinawan
    Fish: Ulua, Giant Trevally (White)
    Weight: 21.79
    Location: Hawaii Kai
    Date:2/2/10
    From: Boat
    Weapon: 3-Prong
    Story: Three shots to subdue. Was looking for menpachi.

  • Posted:
    Uku Record (3-Prong)

    Name: Thomas Grass
    Fish: Uku
    Weight: 3.6
    Location: Barbers Point
    Date: 1/15/10
    From: Kayak
    Weapon: 10’ Ohara 3-prong
    Story: Jumped over to check on a tako that I spotted from my kayak, but I lost the hole while getting my gear.
    I spotted 3 uku in a group at 40 ft. Dove on the uku, selected the largest of the 3 fish. I [...]