Shark Shield - Yay or Nay

Where did you shark shield owners purchase them?What's a fair price?Thanks tiny

I got mine from red triangle spearfishing when they became a nor cal rep.  I think he ran out after their presentation but was waiting for more.  Doesn't hurt to give them a call. 

As for a fair price I think if you can get it at or below six you will be saving from those retailers who jack the price up.  Based on how many expected full charges the battery is supposed to handle that's only $2 a fishing day for a little piece of mind.  I know people pay $8-10 to launch many spots and lose a bunch of cash on lures and lead so that's what finally sold me (really my wife made me get it).  I am logging my dives and recharges to see how it plays out in real life.

Thanks for the info DG

My understanding of GWS is that they select targets based on profiles. A yak hull mimics a seal, sea lion, elephant seal. Why not change the profile shape instead of paying several hundred dollars for an electronic deterrent? A set of simple crossbars with tramps made of a cheap material, like gunny sacks, placed aft enough not to impede paddling should change the shark's read from pinniped shape to a non prey shape like a boat. How many small boats around here have been attacked by shark? Any AI's? They probably appear too wide and thus not a food item for the sharks.

any thoughts on using an older model shark shield? I know the retail cost is totally worth it, but if i can get a deal......

if the battery still charges, they  are pretty tough units. Mine is an early gen Freedom 7 that was used as a demo unit at MBK, and went through a few owners after that. It still works
I think SS has a core charge/trade in program if the battery dies they will provide a new unit for a discounted price.

My understanding of GWS is that they select targets based on profiles. A yak hull mimics a seal, sea lion, elephant seal. Why not change the profile shape instead of paying several hundred dollars for an electronic deterrent? A set of simple crossbars with tramps made of a cheap material, like gunny sacks, placed aft enough not to impede paddling should change the shark's read from pinniped shape to a non prey shape like a boat. How many small boats around here have been attacked by shark? Any AI's? They probably appear too wide and thus not a food item for the sharks.

i recall an attack on a kayak with outrigger in the past

any thoughts on using an older model shark shield? I know the retail cost is totally worth it, but if i can get a deal......

if the battery still charges, they  are pretty tough units. Mine is an early gen Freedom 7 that was used as a demo unit at MBK, and went through a few owners after that. It still works
I think SS has a core charge/trade in program if the battery dies they will provide a new unit for a discounted price.

Discounted price at 300 bucks. Instead of shipping to Austrailia they set up shop in Florida and that's where it can be sent.

Hey everyone as DG stated we are a Shark Shield rep in Norcal at Red Triangle. If you guys want to do a group by we can talk about it and let me see if I can work on Shark Shield headquarters to get you a 3 year warranty.

If interested send me a pm that way I have a definitive number to order. They just came back in stock.

Matt

Hey everyone as DG stated we are a Shark Shield rep in Norcal at Red Triangle. If you guys want to do a group by we can talk about it and let me see if I can work on Shark Shield headquarters to get you a 3 year warranty.

If interested send me a pm that way I have a definitive number to order. They just came back in stock.

Matt

Matt - Please provide a price so I can get my budget ready.  I am interested.

p.m sent thanks 
I know a few folks ready now to make the deal

Hey everyone as DG stated we are a Shark Shield rep in Norcal at Red Triangle. If you guys want to do a group by we can talk about it and let me see if I can work on Shark Shield headquarters to get you a 3 year warranty.

If interested send me a pm that way I have a definitive number to order. They just came back in stock.

Matt

I'm in on a group deal.Thanks  tiny

go Matt

 Thanks red Triangle  for at least doing some checking on deals!!!

Im good for a few --see what shakes down??

I looked and do not see the menu for the extended warranty

Here you go Craig.

Just an update, I am working with Shark Shield to see what kind of deal we can do.  At the end of the day if we have to do a group buy with NCKA discount through the shop then we will do that.  At this moment does not seem that I can get 3 year warranty extended but I am trying.

I'll let you guys know next week.

Matt

Thanks, Matt!

they stopped answering my Fb p.ms without any real price answer --so i lost a bit of interest with them...i explained that I needed  to buy the wifes one soon for an event ...no answer---sent a follow up--no answer

Just an update, I am working with Shark Shield to see what kind of deal we can do.  At the end of the day if we have to do a group buy with NCKA discount through the shop then we will do that.  At this moment does not seem that I can get 3 year warranty extended but I am trying.

I'll let you guys know next week.

Matt

There has been a huge spike of interest recently here. "Calling Shark Shield, opportunity knocks." This is a large group of active ethusiasts right here in the landlords backyard. Craig is relentless, if he can't get your attention then the phone is off the hook.