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This is where Sportube steps in – a tried and tested leader in hard-case travel solutions for sports equipment since 1995. Proudly made in the USA, Sportube cases are well priced and come with a robust 5 year warranty. Theyย have traveled alongside adventurers across globe, ensuring that your spear gear arrives in perfect condition every time. Everyone at spearfishing.co.uk uses the Sportube range for transporting guns and the like. So what’s on offer?
Comparison chart:
Series 1 Sportube Spearfishing Case:
This is the smallest and lightest case in the range, fitting 2 – 3 spearguns, shafts and spear points. When your plan means travelling light and efficient or you’re off somewhere for a short stay, this is your perfect companion. It’s great for holding the essentials for solo travellers, with everything kept in the sturdy hard plastic shell that shields from knocks and bumps. Whether you’re heading out by plane, train, car, or even shipping your gear ahead, this is what you need.
The compact design of the Series 1 Sportube is accepted by all major airlines, so it’s a breeze to check in at airports without hassle. The case features padding at both ends, offering additional protection where your gear needs it most.
It comes complete with the easy pull handle and it is lockable to secure your gear against theft.
Note that if you are interested in carrying other gear such asย wetsuits, fins, dive belts or masks in your case, we’d recommend looking instead at the Series 2 or Series 3 cases.
Click here to buy the Series 1 Sportube Spearfishing Case.
Series 2 Sportube Spearfishing Case:
For those who need a bit more capacity, the Series 2 Sportube is a top choice. The mid-size option in the Sportube range, it pretty much doubles the capacity of the Series 1, giving you room for about 5 to 6 spearguns, shafts, spear points, together with your fins, belts, masks, and even your wet suit – so it’s great for keeping everything safe and together.
The Series 2 has that same tough durability that Sportube has become so well known for, with the signature hard plastic shell that stands up to the bashes and bumps of frequent travel. Whether youโre dragging this case through a busy airport terminal, loading it onto a train, or stowing your stuff in the car, this case ensures that everything from more delicate fins to heavy duty spearguns is protected from impact and from the elements.
As for the Series 1, this one has all the practical features like the easy pull handle and padding at both ends. It’s lockable too, for extra security.
Click here to buy the Series 2 Sportube Spearfishing Case
Series 3 Sportube Spearfishing Case:
When you’re travelling with fellow spearos or family, the Series 3 Sportube is a great gear consolidation solution. This is the largest and most versatile case by Sportube, designed to meet the demands of groups carrying substantial equipment. It’s also good for longer spearfishing trips – or when you’re planning to mix up your spearfishing between reef and blue water. Of course, it also serves the needs of us divas who want to bring everything we have, just in case….
With the capacity to hold 8 to 10 spear guns, shafts, and spear points, plus all the additional essentials like dive fins, belts, masks, and other accessories, the Series 3 ensures that everyoneโs gear travels together, securely and safely.
The Series 3’s robust design is crafted with the same high-quality, hard plastic shell as the Series 1 and 2, providing a really good standard of protection against the bumps and scrapes of all types of travel. Its generous space is ideal not just for spearfishing enthusiasts but for any type of adventure where you need to take along a lot of gear.
It’s also got lots of features – it’s lockable and includes padded ends, and the easy pull handle.
“Legit case! Was on the hunt for a case to take my gear to Belize and found SportTube. Just got back from my first trip and it worked great. The collapsible case design worked well, I was able to get 2 full set-ups in the case with room to spare.””Bought this as a birthday gift. Great design and comfortable fitting, he uses it almost every weekend. Definitely will recommend to friends.”
“Nice design, comfortable to use.”