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Books

"Spearfishing on the Island of Hawaii - A Pictorial History by Sonny Tanabe" (2007) Editions Limited, Honolulu, HI, 122 pp.

Sonny Tanabe's "Spearfishing on the Island of Hawaii" is a pictorial history of diving off of Hawai'i Island, beginning with the Hawaiians who dove without fins or goggles and relied on muscle power to thrust their wooden spears and continuing on through today with spearfishermen who free dive 80-100' and search for apex predators such as ono, mahimahi, ahi, billfish and ulua.  A great book by a legendary local diver.

Price:   $18.99

 

"Fishing Hawaii Style - Volume 1" (1983) Jim Rizzuto, Fishing Hawaii Style Ltd, Honolulu, HI, 146 pp.

Volume 1 contains basic information on fishing tackle and techniques, spinning tackle techniques, fishing with bait, information on bottom fishing, big game basics, plastic resin trolling lures, fishing the FAD's, fishing safety, tackle box gear, Hawaii's game fish- where and how to catch them, dealing with seasickness, cleaning your catch and a little fishing philosophy all written in an engaging style.

Price:   $19.95

 

"Fishing Hawaii Style - Volume 2" (1987) Jim Rizzuto, Fishing Hawaii Style Ltd, Honolulu, HI, 182 pp.

Volume 2 takes up where Volume 1 leaves off with little duplication.  In this volume, fishing techniques are now subdivided into four general topics: Shore fishing, Green water, Blue water and Deep sea bottom fishing with an additional section on Crab, Shrimp, Lobster and Tako (octopus) fishing techniques.  A final section deals with fish identification.

Price:   $19.95

 

"Fishing Hawaii Style - Volume 3" (1990) Jim Rizzuto, Fishing Hawaii Style Ltd, Honolulu, HI, 207 pp.

Volume 3 is a collection of several hundred articles from Hawaii Fishing News in the following categories:  Knots, Rods, Spinning and Whipping, Shore Casting, Using Fresh Bait, Lures, Trolling, Jigging, Bottom Fishing, Outfitting a Boat and Storage/Maintenance Tips.

Price:   $19.95

 

"Pacific Shore Fishing" (1985) Mike Sakamoto, University of Hawaii Press, Honolulu, HI, 256 pp.

"Pacific Shorefishing" covers all aspects of shore-based fishing, from the use of hte inexpensive handpole to shorecasting techniques for more sophisticated tackle.  It is written primarily for the angler who wants to go fishing but doesn't know where to start.  This handy guide covers such topics as selecting the right tackle, rods, reels and monofilaments - essentials for the shore fisherman - and identifying Hawaiian reef species, what they will eat, and how to catch them.

Price:   $19.95

DVD videos

"Baitcasting Basics"  

This is the first in-depth and action-packed DVD about shorefishing in Hawaii, produced by Hawaii fishermen.  This DVD gives detailed and technical information regarding rods, reels, hooks, pole holders, footwear, headlights and more.  In addition, "Tips and Tricks" in this video will help you get more bites and land more fish.  Action footage of landing white ulua, omilu, kaku (barracuda), moana ukali and more.  Watch gyotaku (fish print) artist Naoki Hayashi performs his art on one of our catch.  Approximately 90 minutes viewing time.

Price:   $17.99

 

"The Best of HSD (Hawaii Skin Diver) - Volume 2"

Featuring non-stop spearfishing action from Hawaii Skin Diver TV, Season Two.  Dive footage from:  Likiep Atoll - Marshall Islands;  Big Island - Hawaii;  Rongelap Atoll - Marshall Islands;  Tako Diving - Oahu and Costa Rica - Yellowfin Action.  90 minutes of diving action and adventure.

Price:   $24.99

 

"The Best of HSD (Hawaii Skin Diver) - Volume 3"

Featuring non-stop spearfishing action from Hawaii Skin Diver TV, Season Three.  Dive footage from:  Moloka'i;  Kona;  O'ahu;  La Paz - Mexico;  Pohnpei - Micronesia;  Indonesia;  and the Red Sea.  100 minutes of diving action and adventure.

Price:   $23.99

 

"O'ahu Still Get Fish"

Featuring non-stop spearfishing action from O'ahu showing West side baitball, 50 uluas in one hole, a 55 lb ono at Ala Moana and many useful tips you can use.  50 minutes of diving action and adventure.

Price:   $20.99

 

"Hawaiian Tuna Action - The Best of 6 Years Fishing in Hawaii - Volume 1"

Here is a 60 minute DVD featuring the best of 6 years fishing off the Big Island of Hawaii.  This action packed adventure features a variety of fishing techniques including palu ahi, handline, cane pole, danglers, trolling, and even free gaff.   Amazing underwater hookup shots coincide with the continuous action from the boat.  Watch this group of fishermen use their skill to bring in the big tuna.  Mahi-mahi, dolphins, whale sharks, and oceanic white tip sharks are always close by.  Accompanied by the songs of Bruddah Ku'ulei Ahuna, this is one Hawaiian adventure you won't soon forget. 

Price:   $19.99

 

"Hawaiian Tuna Action - Volume 2"

Follow hand-line fishermen through an agonizing week-long trip offshore in search of tuna.  From Hilo, Hawaii where the crew loads up and heads out along the scenic coast, the action starts just out of the harbor and doesn't let up until the boat is full.  Cane-poling 60-70 pound big-eye tuna from a frenzied mass of pelagic fish shocks the senses.  Watch the guys in action as they pull tuna from the depths with Captain Rob's deep water tuna bag.  Jigging, trolling, danglers, and hand-line techniques are also displayed.  Beautiful underwater footage captures the essence of a large tuna school.  Approximately 60 minutes viewing time.  This DVD is dedicated to Bruddah Ku'ulei Ahuna whose Hawaiian melodies enhance this island adventure.

Price:   $24.99

 
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