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.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(73 reviews)
Angler's choice
Narragansett
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 73 reviews
Boat
Excellent
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Crew
Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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Fishing with David
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Great trip! Great crew!
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Joe L.
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Caught so many fish we lost count!

VERIFIED   Captain's choice /12 P.M. trip on August 19, 2025
Had a great time out on the water with Captain David and First Mate Matt.ย  It was my sons (7 and 9) first time out fishing...
Joe L. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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Tami R.
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Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour โ€“ Block Island A.M. trip on August 12, 2025
Fantastic trip from start to finish! The kids had a blast reeling in a bunch of stripers along with a shark and we even brought...
Tami R. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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Matthew J.
Excellent
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Terrific Family Trip

VERIFIED   Captain's choice /7 A.M. trip on June 30, 2025
Captain Dave and mate Matt were great!ย  My wife and I went out with our four kids and we caught nearly 50 fish and returned...
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Vanessa M.
Excellent
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Fun Family Adventure!

VERIFIED   Captain's choice /12 P.M. trip on June 9, 2025
The captain and first mate were very courteous and knowledgeable. It was a fun trip together with the family. Almost everyone...
Vanessa M. recommends Spearit Charters โ€“ Rhode Island
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Chad F.
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Awesome charter!

VERIFIED   Captain's choice /7 A.M. trip on August 8, 2025
Captain David and first mate Matt were top notch and we had a blast. Canโ€™t recommend them enough. They were super helpful,...
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