I think theres a fuzzy rule relating to hand spears not having more than two prongs, and not allowed to have any barbs. A Hawaiian sling on the other hand is allowed to have more than two prongs, and barbs. As far as i know, theres no law suggesting that a hawaiian sling cant be used as a hand spear.
You would have to ring DPI and find out the exact ruling, but i've always used my hawaiian sling with 5 barbs for floundering.
I'd be keen to go out one night if your interested, i can show you the gear i have. we just need a quiet night about 5 knots wind, and as glen suggested, we have to stay up pretty late, perhaps starting about 10, for a couple of hours.
i'll keep an eye on the wind and weather, and if a goodish night pops up, i'll let you know.
You would have to ring DPI and find out the exact ruling, but i've always used my hawaiian sling with 5 barbs for floundering.
I'd be keen to go out one night if your interested, i can show you the gear i have. we just need a quiet night about 5 knots wind, and as glen suggested, we have to stay up pretty late, perhaps starting about 10, for a couple of hours.
i'll keep an eye on the wind and weather, and if a goodish night pops up, i'll let you know.