Hawaiian Sling vs Pole Spear
First off, a Hawaiian sling or pole spear is basically the same thing with different names. The only difference is normally a pole spear has a grip which slides with the pole. It’s a tool used to go spearfishing. Here in Hawaii we commonly call it a three-prong because it has 3 prongs on the end of the spear pole. It’s normally made of fiberglass and has a rubber tube at the end.
A Hawaiian sling/pole spear / three prongs are normally used while freediving along the shoreline or near reefs. It’s super convenient to use and carry around which is why it’s very popular here in Hawaii.
With Hawaii being surrounded by a reef it’s a cheap and inexpensive way to begin spearfishing.
Also using a Hawaiian Sling is very lightweight and to get started you’ll just need a good pair of fins, dive mask, snorkel and your trustworthy hawHawaiian sling/pole spear.
It’s a great entry level tool for spearfishing. Normally dive shops or fishing shops sell them. You can also purchase them online and they run way cheaper than a cheap speargun.
Although a lot of freedivers use spearguns at times they will carry a hawaiian sling or pole spear as a backup. Sometimes attaching it to their spear float.
If they are out in the ocean spearfishing and anything happens to their spearguns or spear rod they can simply swim back to their spear float, unattach the hawaiian sling and continue spearfishing.
Hawaiian Sling
So here is a picture to get you a visual idea of what a hawaiian sling looks like. It’s basically a pole usually made out of fiberglass or carbon fiber with a speartip attached at one end and a rubber sling attached to the other end.
They normally run 5-8 feet but you can find them smaller and bigger. Some spearfishing enthusiast likes to modify their Hawaiian sling to make it even longer.
The smaller Hawaiian slings are great when diving into tight areas.
How to shoot a hawaiian sling
Shooting a hawaiian sling or pole spear is quite easy. Grab the rubber tube and stretch it towards the speartip, while firmly gripping onto the pole and stretched rubber aim and let go of the spear to fire the shot.
Pulling the rubber too far down towards the spearhead will cause the pole to bend and be inaccurate when shooting or aiming at fish.
Be sure to put enough tension to get a nice shot but not so much as to where the pole spear starts to bend.
Best Travel Pole Spear
Pole spears are compact and easy to travel with. Here are a few best pole spears that are easy to travel and come with travel bags.
Scuba Choice 5′ Travel Spearfishing Two-Piece Fiber Glass Pole Spear 3 Prong
- Total length: 5′ (60″)
- Pole spear material: Fiber glass
- 3 Prong Paralyzer tip with barb: Stainless Steel, 12″ long. 8mm diameter thread
- With Black rubber sling & bag
- Break down length: 24″ pole + 24″ pole + 12″ Paralyzer tip
One of the best selling items in Scuba Choice. This item features everything you need to get started, regardless if you’re a beginner or expert.
CARBON FIBER 7′ Travel Spearfishing 3-Piece Pole Spear
- Carbon fiber is 40% Lighter in weight compared with Fiber Glass. Also more durable than Fiber glass.
- Pole spear material: Carbon Fiber
- Single Flopper with barb: Stainless Steel, 12″ long. 8mm thread diameter
- With Black rubber sling & bag.
- Total length: 7′ 1-1/2″ (85-1/2″), ADJUSTABLE TO 5′
Carbon fiber is 40% Lighter in weight compared with Fiber Glass. Also more durable than Fiber glass. -Pole spear material: Carbon Fiber -Single Flopper with barb: Stainless Steel, 12 -With Black rubber sling & bag. -Total length: 7′ 1-1/2
Scuba Choice Aluminum Travel Hand Spear with Carrying Bag
- Thick-walled aluminum construction for durability
- Threaded joints join quickly and securely
- 5-prong Lionfish Cluster tip included. Thread diameter: 6mm
- Durable and Corrosion Resistant
- Bonus gift: Free Carrying Bag
Established in 2011, Scuba Choice Team has 30 years experience in international scuba Diving goods industry. Scuba Choice is a leading online company in the wholesale and retail Distribution of brand name scuba Diving gears providing customers the largest selection of quality dive gear and accessories.
Pole Spear Tips
Pole spears have replaceable tips and sometimes like anything they need to be replaced. Constant wear and tear or even having backup tips when going spearfishing is a must have. Here are a few different pole spear tips. Some are single barb and some are 3 prongs the choice is up to you.
Scuba Choice Spearfishing 12″ Stainless Steel Pole Spear Tip Single Barb
- Durable, Strong Stainless Steel materials
- Total length: 12″ long
- Female thread: 8mm in diameter
- Thread diameter: 14.2mm, thread line: 1.25mm
- REPLACEMENT SPEAR HEAD ONLY FOR POLE SPEARS SOLD BY SCUBA-CHOICE
One of the best selling items in Scuba Choice. This item features everything you need to get started, regardless if you’re a beginner or expert,.
Scuba Choice Spearfishing 12-Inch Stainless Steel Pole Spear Tip 3 Prong Barb
- Durable, Strong Stainless Steel material
- Total length: 12″ long
- Female thread: 8mm in diameter
- Thread outside diameter: 14.2mm, Thread line: 1.25mm
- REPLACEMENT SPEAR HEAD ONLY FOR POLE SPEARS SOLD BY SCUBA-CHOICE
One of the best selling items in Scuba Choice. Item features everything you need to get started, regardless if you’re a beginner or expert,.
Spearfishing 6.25″ Twin Barb Double Wing 6mm Pole Spear Tip with Keeper
- Durable, strong stainless steel material
- Total length: 6.25″ long. Barb length: 49mm
- Female thread: 6mm in Diameter
- Thread line: 1.25mm
- good for replacement tip
Established in 2011, Scuba Choice team has 30 years experience in international scuba diving goods industry. Scuba Choice is a leading online company in the wholesale and retail Distribution of brand name scuba diving gears providing customers the largest selection of quality dive gear and accessories.
