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• How does it work?
Similiar to a tent pole, the patented design unfolds and snaps together with inserts to maintain it's shape. The thick-walled anodized aluminum creates a strong, rigid polespear. See the use section for more instructions.
• Can a large fish pull the sections apart?
A large fish may pull one of the sections out if you are unable to grab it (like a grouper in a hole), but the 5/16" shock cord has a breaking strength of over 200#, so you won't lose the fish and the spear will snap back together. In most cases, the bungee adds advantages to a rigid spear by allowing the fish to pull against the cord rather than shaking off of the spear.
• How durable is the internal shock cord?
The shock cord is nylon coated and saltwater resistant so that it will last for years of regular use. Be sure to soak the Foldspear in freshwater to remove the salt crystals after use (as per our care section). Also, note that the shock cord is now easily user-replaceable. Inexpensive, pre-cut and pre-marked replacement cords can be purchased from our catalog.
• What kind of tips do you sell/can I use?
The Foldspear is machined with 6mm threads to accept most common speartips. Because of the Foldspear's unique folding design, tips less than 5" work best to allow easy holstering. We sell both tri-cut and rockpoint rotating,twin barb with barb keeper tips which are guaranteed to work and holster easily with the Foldspear.These are top quality, hardened stainless steel spearfishing tips at some of the best prices that you'll find on the internet!!
• What about the band?
Included with the Foldspear is a high-quality, standard polespear band. Should you ever need to replace it, you can do so with normal bands from your local retail shop, or you can order a replacement (both standard or high-power) through our catalog.
• Where can I get a Foldspear?
In our dealers page, we list a growing number of retailers who carry the Foldspear. However, if your dealer does not, you can also order one directly from us. See the catalog for ordering information.
• What are the advantages over the screw-apart type of travel spears?
For some of us, every dive is a hunt, but we don't always want to spend the whole dive with our hands full. Some divers just want a spear handy for those "targets of opportunity".
"...I now take it on every dive I go on whether it was planned as a hunt or not. The Foldspear is so compact that there is no reason not to take it along... It takes up almost no room where I stash it; and I can set it up in less than 10 seconds when I need it. ...It is effective on many types of fish; large or small." - Dr. J. Raniolo
Even non-hunters have a peace of mind from knowing they have that spear strapped to their thigh in the unlikely event that a large predator gets too curious. Divemasters really appreciate them, having been jabbed too many times by divers handing them their spears, tip first. And shore dives are infinitely more manageable with a holstered spear. Plus, with the Foldspear's patented design, there are no pieces to lose, either on the boat or in the water!
• Will the threaded tip fit into the tripod mount on the bottom of my camera so I can use it as a monopod?
While the thread is not the standard size for most camera housings, due to popular demand we will soon be carrying a small adapter for photographers. Email us if you'd like to be notified when it's available. In the meantime, you can simply brace the camera against the Foldspear for a steady shot as we've heard other photographers do.
Still Have Questions?
If you've read through the Features and FAQs and still have questions, we'd love to hear 'em! Simply use the contact information below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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