Captain
David Hochman

Member since September 2021 Narragansett, United States
Background
I was raised fishing in Rhodes Island waters, and I have commercially fished RI for 35 years. I have run charters for over 20 years. The ocean is one of my greatest passions . When I was younger, I was a competitive freediver/spearfisherman and US national spearfishing champion. I am fortunate to hold two world records. The world record speared Striped Bass and pole-speared Striped Bass. Spearit also holds the largest Albacore tuna rod&reel Rhode Island state record. If you have no experience fishing, we are happy to help you learn.
Techniques
Jigging as well as sight casting to breaking fish are among my favorite techniques.

Hey, I'm Captain David Hochman

Narragansett, United States
Background
I was raised fishing in Rhodes Island waters, and I have commercially fished RI for 35 years. I have run charters for over 20 years. The ocean is one of my greatest passions . When I was younger, I was a competitive freediver/spearfisherman and US national spearfishing champion. I am fortunate to hold two world records. The world record speared Striped Bass and pole-speared Striped Bass. Spearit also holds the largest Albacore tuna rod&reel Rhode Island state record. If you have no experience fishing, we are happy to help you learn.
Techniques
Jigging as well as sight casting to breaking fish are among my favorite techniques.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Narragansett
 Last booking: 4 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Go out catch fish.
Go out catch fish.
Go out catch fish.
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Richard B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Go out catch fish.

VERIFIED   NEW  Captain's choice /7 A.M. trip on May 8, 2025
Captain and first mate are very educated and well versified in catching many types of fish. Took my crew of guys out with him...
Richard B. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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Michael R.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great Charter

VERIFIED   6 Hour โ€“ Block Island A.M. trip on August 23, 2024
Capt. Dave certainly is the best around! Being on his boat was like sitting in my motherโ€™s living room,(very comfortable)....
Michael R. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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William G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Dave was fantastic.

VERIFIED   6 Hour โ€“ Block Island A.M. trip on November 2, 2024
The spear it charter was one of the most eventful days Iโ€™ve had fishing in a long time. Non stop action of every species....
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Will S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tuna magnet

VERIFIED   Tuna trip 10hr on September 1, 2024
David knows where the tuna are and he knows how to catch them. His equipment is top-notch - all Penn or Shimano with the best...
Will S. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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Matt G.
Excellent
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Great Charter!

VERIFIED   Captain's choice /3 P.M. trip on August 8, 2024
Captain Dave and his first mate Evan were amazing.ย  Personable, knowledgeable and hard-working.ย  We couldnโ€™t stop catching...
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