Journal
Field notes.
Gear guides, Thailand dive locations, legality explainers, and the occasional trip report. Written by Diego from Koh Samui.
Trust · 20 May 2026
What does an official Rob Allen distributor actually import to Thailand?
Real numbers from the 2026 Rob Allen relaunch order: $10,000 wholesale, 86 SKUs, full customs math, and why Thai retail is what it is.
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Care · 15 May 2026
How to make latex rubbers last in Thai humidity
Thai heat, salt, and humidity destroy speargun rubbers fast. Here is the care routine that doubles rubber life, plus when to replace.
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Location · 13 May 2026
Spearfishing Phuket and the Similans: what to expect
An honest guide to spearfishing Phuket, the Andaman coast, and the Similans. Park closures, legal zones, realistic conditions, and what actually works.
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Location · 8 May 2026
Spearfishing Koh Samui: a local's guide
Where to spearfish on Koh Samui, which coasts work, visibility by season, target species, and how to get on the water. From a local, not a tourist.
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Gear · 6 May 2026
Rob Allen carbon rollers: when they're actually worth the money
Carbon roller spearguns cost 2 to 3 times a standard railgun. Here is the honest take on when they matter for Thai diving and when they are overkill.
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Legality · 1 May 2026
Is spearfishing legal in Thailand? The actual rules.
Spearfishing is legal in Thailand outside marine parks. Here are the real rules, protected zones, species guidance, and what enforcement actually looks like.
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Trust · 29 April 2026
Why buy Rob Allen gear in Thailand (and where from)
The Thai spearfishing market is full of grey-market listings and knock-offs. Here is how to buy genuine Rob Allen with warranty, and why it matters.
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Gear · 24 April 2026
Your first speargun in Thailand: a buyer's guide
Buying your first speargun in Thailand? Here is what actually matters, what to avoid, and how to size for Thai reef and Andaman conditions.
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Gear · 22 April 2026
Snapper vs Tuna rail: which Rob Allen speargun for Thai reefs?
Snapper vs Tuna rail compared for Thai conditions. Honest picks by use case, real THB pricing, and when each gun is actually the right call.
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