Beginners getting into spearfishing usually start or should begin with pole spearfishing. But as much as the pol spear is ideal for the novice spearfisher, many experienced spearfishers in some instances still prefer to use the pole spear. Fishing for small or medium sized fish particularly makes the pole spear a better choice. Reef fish that can easily be approached, such as rockfish and lingcod, are more easily caught with pole spears and with added skill, the pole spear hunter can also successfully catch calico and barred sand bas as well as halibut.
Pole spears are made of metal and are usually tubular aluminum or fiberglass. The fiberglass poles while heavy and flexible, pack more punch, fish with more power and are more durable while the aluminum poles are lighter in weight and travel better by screwing together more easily. Fiberglass poles do come in travel version but some of their flexibility is lost. The key to both is keeping metal joints lubricated.
Four and six foot poles are common sizes with the desirable feature of replaceable spearheads. A replaceable head gives the fisherman the versatility in selecting different spear points. The most common spearpoint used with a pole spear is a paralyzer tip. The three prongs on this type of tip spread out upon impact immobilizing the prey. For larger fish, a tip with a detachable head give the fish room to thrash about without damaging the pole spear.
There are three types of pole spears to choose from. . .
Match poles
Carp Poles
All Round Poles
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