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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.
Enjoy and Dive Safe!

HSD Currents
2008 Maui Sporting Goods Fall Shootout Results
First Place Vern Takata and Shawn Fujimoto 28.70lbs
Second Place Davin Aki and Andy Tamasese 25.40lbs
Third Place Hanalei Adric and Calvin Lai 19.80lbs
Fourth […]
Pacific Coast Spearfishing Championships Results
Here are the results from this past Saturday’s Pacific Coast Spearfishing Championships at Cayucos, California.
Individual Awards:
Al Schneppershoff Award for High Aggregate Score - Dan Silveira - Cencal - 111.55 points
Team Awards:
1st Place Team - Cencal #1 (Dan Silveira ((center)) - 111.55, Dave Edlund - 81.25, Paul Young - 77.95) - 270.75 points
2nd Place […]
Check out the new IN-SEAtv Freediving and Spearfishing podcast
Experience the most explosive new salt-water Podcast that’s soaking the web with Hi-Def Freediving, Spearfishing and Ocean Sports action! Based out of coastal North Carolina, this series explores true waterman lifestyles in the Atlantic and beyond. Take a breath and dive into the silent world of the deep blue. Feel your pulse quicken as you […]
Records
- Posted: September 15, 2008
Moana Kali Record (women)
NAME: Andrea Kawabata
FISH: Moana Kali
WEIGHT: 4.12 lb.
LOCATION: Puna, Big Island
DATE: 2/17/08
WEAPON: Amirite Venom 105cm
FROM: Shore
Rick and Angela surprised me with a brand new 105 cm Aimrite Venom at the Tokunaga’s Expo. I was trying to get used to the new safety mechanism on the handle, so I decided to hang up my Beuchat and get […]
- Posted:
Nohu Record
NAME: Dane Nakama
FISH: Nohu
WEIGHT: 6.79 lb.
LOCATION: East Oahu
DATE: 9/8/08
WEAPON: Riffe Euro 110
FROM: Shore
- Posted:
Table Boss Record
NAME: Philip Heileson
FISH: Table Boss
WEIGHT: 6.05 lb.
LOCATION: Waimanalo, Hawaii
DATE: 8/23/08
WEAPON: 55’ Wong hybrid
FROM: Kayak
Events
- Posted: March 1, 2008
2008 Pacific Islands Pelagic Skindiver Spearfishing Contest
The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council and Hawaii Skin Diver are pleased to announce the “2008 Pacific Islands Pelagic Skindiver Spearfishing Contest,” which rewards freediving bluewater spearfishermen in the US Pacific Islands who practice safety by diving with a partner and who support resource management by sharing information of their spearfishing catches.
PRIZES:
Prizes will be […]