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Sharkbanz Journal

We use our blog space to highlight our latest brand and product news, powerful customer testimonials, important shark deterrent research, and helpful ocean safety recommendations.

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Bethany Hamilton x Sharkbanz - A Founder's Note

Bethany Hamilton x Sharkbanz - A Founder's Note

I walked into the garage. A lifetime’s worth of surfboards filled racks covering the width of the back wall, with a second row stacked horizontally to the ceiling. For any surfer or casual observer...
With FCS x Sharkbanz Collab, Surf Industry Signals Embrace of Shark Deterrent Tech

With FCS x Sharkbanz Collab, Surf Industry Signals Embrace of Shark Deterrent Tech

Sharkbanz has steadily improved its shark deterrent products since 2014, and the surfing world appears to be accepting the brand’s contribution to the sport. With FCS, the legendary fin and hard go...
10 Things You Need To Know Before Open Water Swimming

10 Things You Need To Know Before Open Water Swimming

[The following re-post is a featured blog story via one of open water swim partners, MySwimPro].  Most swimmers don’t know that you have to change your stroke when you swim in open water. If you th...
Controversy Engulfs Big Rock. Shark Costs Crew $3.5 Million Prize

Controversy Engulfs Big Rock. Shark Costs Crew $3.5 Million Prize

In a scene reminiscent of Hemingway’s Old Man and the Sea, the crew of the offshore fishing boat Sensation hauled in a massive blue marlin sure to score them wealth and esteem, only to have their h...
Do Sharks Sleep? And If So, How Do Sharks Sleep?

Do Sharks Sleep? And If So, How Do Sharks Sleep?

Despite the pervasiveness of sharks in human culture, we still do not understand a lot when it comes to these efficient sea creatures, and there's room for debate about whether sharks sleep at all....
Flexport Recognizes Sharkbanz as Shark Repellent Technology Leader

Flexport Recognizes Sharkbanz as Shark Repellent Technology Leader

Sharkbanz was recently recognized by Flexport as a pioneer in shark repellent technology. Flexport, Sharkbanz’ global freight forwarding partner, also praised the company for its worldwide growth a...
Florida Sportsman Praises Sharkbanz For Potential to Help Cobia Fish Industry

Florida Sportsman Praises Sharkbanz For Potential to Help Cobia Fish Industry

Sharkbanz, the leading provider of shark repellent products, is proud to announce that our innovative Sharkbanz Zeppelin has been praised by Florida Sportsman Magazine for its effectiveness in repe...
Sharkbanz Becomes Speedo SALT Series Official Safety Sponsor

Sharkbanz Becomes Speedo SALT Series Official Safety Sponsor

Over the years, we've helped ocean swimmers of all levels and backgrounds compete in some of the most challenging and prolific swim and triathlon series including IRONMAN, Nutri-Grain Series, Rott...
New Study via AU Government Proves Sharkbanz Effectiveness

New Study via AU Government Proves Sharkbanz Effectiveness

Sharkbanz, makers of the world’s first and only shark-deterring terminal fishing tackle, continues to gain support from the scientific community, respected charter boat captains, professional angle...