Beginner Spearfishing Starter Kit
What you really need to Start Spearfishing in Australia
If you’re new to spearfishing and wondering what gear you actually need, you’re in the right place.
At Dive Cave, we help beginners choose the right spearfishing starter kit for Australian conditions, whether you’re diving the Sunshine Coast, local reefs, or travelling up north. The key is simple: start with quality essentials that are safe, reliable, and suited to your local water conditions.
Here’s your complete beginner spearfishing gear guide.
Mask & snorkel – Clear vision is everything
Your mask is the most important piece of gear in your spearfishing kit.
What to look for:
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Low-volume design (easier equalising)
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Black silicone skirt (reduces glare and fish spooking reflection)
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Comfortable, watertight seal
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Simple J-style snorkel (less to go wrong)
A proper spearfishing mask makes a huge difference in comfort and confidence underwater.
Spearfishing Wetsuit – Stay warm, dive longer
Even in Queensland waters, you lose heat quickly.
Wetsuit thickness guide (Australia):
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3mm wetsuit – Summer & warm water
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5mm wetsuit – Winter or cooler southern waters
For spearfishing, we recommend:
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Two-piece open cell wetsuits
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Snug fit for warmth
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Reinforced chest loading pad
The right wetsuit means longer dives, better breath-hold performance, and more enjoyable sessions.
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Freediving Fins – Power & Efficiency
Long blade fins are essential for efficient movement and reduced fatigue.
For beginners, we recommend:
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Durable plastic blades
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Comfortable foot pockets
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Correct sizing with wetsuit socks
Carbon fins are great — but not necessary when starting out. A solid plastic fin will serve you extremely well.
Beginner Speargun – Simple & Reliable
For most Australian reef diving, a 90cm–1100cm railgun is ideal.
Why?
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Easy to manoeuvre
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Perfect for reef and inshore species
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Accurate and beginner-friendly
Look for:
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Single rubber setup or 14mm bands
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Quality trigger mechanism
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Standard flopper shaft
Start simple. Accuracy beats power every time.
Weight Belt & Lead – Proper Buoyancy Matters
Your wetsuit makes you buoyant, so you’ll need a weight system to dive comfortably.
We recommend:
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Rubber weight belt (less slipping)
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1kg increment weights
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Quick-release buckle for safety
Always aim to be slightly positively buoyant at the surface.
Essential Spearfishing Safety Gear
No beginner spearfishing kit is complete without:
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Dive knife (line cutting & safety)
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Float & dive flag (legal requirement in many Australian areas)
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Dive buddy (never dive alone)
Safety isn’t optional - it’s part of responsible spearfishing.
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Complete Beginner Spearfishing Starter Kit Checklist
✔ Low-volume mask
✔ Simple snorkel
✔ 2-piece wetsuit (3mm or 5mm)
✔ Long blade freediving fins
✔ Wetsuit socks and gloves
✔ 90–1100cm speargun
✔ Rubber weight belt + lead
✔ Dive knife
✔ Float & flag
Why Buy Your Spearfishing Gear from Dive Cave?
We’re a family-owned Australian dive shop that actually spearfishes locally. That means:
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Honest advice
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Gear suited to Sunshine Coast & Australian conditions
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No unnecessary up-selling
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Quality brands we trust
If you’re unsure about sizing, thickness, fin stiffness or gun length, get in touch - we’ll help you build the right beginner spearfishing kit for your conditions and budget.
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Build your kit properly from day one and enjoy safer, more successful dives.