The Spear Shack of Ocean Beach

Mark is super helpful. This shack has everything you need for the San Diego waters.

Mark is awesome, I just started spearfishing a few months ago and he took 3 hours setting my rig up and totally customized it for me. It is way better than the factory setup all FREE of charge. I would definitely recommend going here. His service is hands down the BEST around and his knowledge about spearfishing is amazing. He runs a great shop and puts in the hard work to make his customers happy. I was very pleased. Thanks Mark!

Mark is such a sweet guy and his shop is well equip with great gear. His prices are a bit more than what you can find on the internet, however you won’t get the awesome tips from someone who has been fishing /​spear fishing for over 30 years in San Diego waters!
Spear Shack is where it’s at – definitely check it out! Keep OB in business and support locals.

Mark fixed my gun… n did some real trick mods. Ask about his popper breakaway setup

Well the phone number on Unilocal is wrong btw. It’s 619−261−9099… And apparently the hours of operation are optional… If anyone knows where to get dive/​fishing gear around OB please let me know

Great prices and great knowledge shared. Mark made picking out a new wetsuit easy and quick. Very soulful shop and I’ll be back when I need a new gun! Support local.

I can’t thank Mark enough for taking his time and dialing my gun and my knowledge for spear fishing. I brought my newly purchased Cressi Comanche 100 cm in and he walked me through the strong/​weak points of the gun, modified & strengthened the gear for a great cost and dialed me with some accessories.
Very happy to have taken my business there and will be back. Thanks Mark!

Drove down to the spear shack from OC to get geared up. I was really looking forward to getting some new equipment and found this place on Unilocal considering the 5 star reviews. Honestly, I’m confident that they pay their customers to write these reviews or just post them themselves considering the horrific experience.
The owner Mark was there and was trying to up-​sell me on a whole bunch of gear that I didn’t need. He must have thought I was some sort of newb. Then, when I was telling him what I wanted, he wanted to charge me two and a half times as much as what I can get the same stuff for online or from a local shop… I was appalled. How do these scammers even stay in business? Pass on these jokers.

Mark, who owns the store, is always willing to help answer your questions and provide you with the best gear and for a more than fair price. Great customer service and also great selection of the top of the line equipment!

SpearShack has got it going on. Mark really knows his stuff and is happy to share his knowledge with you. Small shop but has the best of breed at a great price. And with a smart guy to boot. Highly recommended.

Mark took me out for a kite surfing lesson yesterday — 1pm — 5pm — it was awesome — he was patient and knew exactly how to help me understand how to control the kite — he stepped in when he needed to and stepped away to let me practice on my when I was ready… we went over a ton of drills and exercises, and since its a lot of work, we took a bunch of breaks and talked kiteboarding — and he schooled me on equipment and places to go. I can’t compare to other kite boarding instructions since that was my first lesson, but I’d recommend him to my friends — now it’s time to buy some equipment! …oh if you’re thinking of taking a lesson make sure to pack some food and water, you’ll need it — it’s a full work out!

The Spear Shack is the best place to go for any spear fishing needs. Mark is an all star! He will trick out your gun and give you the down and dirty on the area. This is the place to go if you are new or experienced to the sport! Don’t miss out by going anywhere else!

Mark is such a nice guy and goes the extra mile for his customers. I’d bring my business to him FIRST, always feels like we’re visiting a friend rather shopping. He also has great stories!

Mark — you’re a boss! Walked in, knew exactly who he was just from what I’ve read /​heard. Hooked my new speargun i got online up with everything i need to be ready to hunt. Went out the next day, and shot my first fish. A little 3lb bass, but still — was awesome! Great guy, awesome prices, everything you need to enter and stay into the sport. Thanks man, see ya soon!

Mark is very sociable and tries his best to help out his customers. As in my experience, he always does his best to work around around my budget when it is limited. I always received great service on my speargun and all the gear I bought from him are of great quality. As you can see in these reviews, people — including myself — often mention Mark’s name, he is a hands on businessman, pays attention to detail and works fast. Absolutely recommend this business to all my fellow hobbyists out there. — OzZ

Mark is hands down one of THE best spearos and gun guys around. He will help you tweak and improve your gun, rigging, and gear to work like its supercharged to kill and land whatever you are going after. He carries great products like Cressi which I mostly dive with (among Mares, Pelaj, hammerhead, and other great gear) and customer service is exceptional except when everyone walks in at one time, since he runs the shop by himself, he still makes sure everyone is handled properly and professionally. He also takes people out on trips occasionally if you have a boat, he loves to have a good time and get some solid fish, also a lifetime member of San Diego Freedivers Club. a true stand up guy!
He is also a supplier of Kite Surfin’, he will hook you up with the right gear!

Cool little spearfishing and Kite store in OB.
The pros: Mark, the owner, is a good spearo and knows his stuff. Pricing is good. The place is packed with gear. He ties custom bands for guns that are much less expensive than buying brand ones. Great selection of dive vids.
The cons: Since it is a small store, even though it’s plugged with gear, selection can be limited at times — particularly when it comes to wetsuit sizes and brands (space constraints). He doesn’t have room to carry all the major brands of guns, knives, wetsuits, etc, so sometimes you are left with fewer options.
Very good store overall. San Diegans are very lucky in that we have two extremly high quality spearfishing stores in the spearshack and James and Joseph. Most spearos have to drive for hours to get to a single store of this quality, and we have two within 10 miles of each other. SHOP LOCAL!!!

Mark is passionate about the sport. He gives his customers a range of options from beginner to advanced in all diving gear so all price ranges are accommodated. I have bought a spear gun and other gear from him and his customer service is excellent even months after the sale when you need gear maintenance or have a question.

Mark is awesome… guy knows his stuff! Like xander said, he is passionate about the sport. Go to his shop and talk to him for 5 minutes and he will convince you to start spearfishing. He has good prices and does great custom work on guns. Ive never had a question he couldnt answer. He also does spearfishing lessons/​tours in the summer for about $ 100

This is a great store that sells diving and spearfishing equipment and kite boarding gear. I’m going to cut and paste the info I found on the Internet. It’s great that OB has a store like this – it is so appropriate for the area! I stopped in here to see what they had and was very impressed!
Dive Store opens in OB
With record temperatures and summer around the corner, the beaches are getting crowded again. That’s great news for Point Loma resident Mark Morgan. In September 2007, Mark opened the first free diving retail shop in Ocean Beach. Spear Shack is located at 4810 Santa Monica Avenue and offers tons of gear for free diving and spearfishing as well as kite boarding.
Mark grew up in or on the water, traveling the world on a sailboat from age 8 to 15. Once he picked up a spear, he was hooked. He managed a dive shop for 15 years before opening the Spear Shack. «I’m passionate about free diving and spearfishing» explains Mark when asked why he chose to open his own shop in Ocean Beach. «It’s close to the water so customers can test and demo equipment easily and Point Loma is one of the best places in San Diego for spearfishing».
Mark takes his customers and regulars out on his 18-​footer to try new products and purchases. He also offers a retail line of kite boards. If you are interested in trying out kite boarding before committing to buying the equipment, Mark offers a 3-​hour intro lesson for only $ 100.00 including all of the equipment down at Dog Beach.
If you get a chance, stop by the shop and check out Mark’s photo albums and trophies. At the very least you will be amazed at some of the fish he has caught, and possibly you’ll get the bug to get in the water this summer and try it yourself. To reach Mark at the Spear Shack, call (619) 226‑2406.
(taken from the Ocean Beach Main street Association Newsletter)