Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Fishing & Marine Supplies in Hawaii
Founded in 1983 by commercial fishermen Sean Martin and Jim Cook, POP Fishing & Marine began as Pacific Ocean Producers, serving commercial fishing operators across the Pacific. Over decades, the company expanded its expertise to include sport fishing, boating, industrial marine, and marine safety, rebranding in 2008 to reflect its growth. Our philosophy centers on a hands-on approach, ensuring customer success through proper equipment installation, training, and catch marketing. With locations across Hawaii, we prioritize customer expectations, combining deep industry experience with a commitment to long-term relationships.Our teams firsthand knowledge of fishing challenges allows us to deliver tailored solutions, from gear selection to operational support. We emphasize transparency, reliability, and community, supporting local fishermen and anglers through quality products and personalized service. Our evolution reflects a dedication to adapting to market needs while maintaining the core values that have driven our success since the 1980s.
Services
Commercial Fishing Supplies
Sport Fishing Gear
Marine Safety Equipment
Equipment Installation
Fishing Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of hands-on experience in commercial and sport fishing industries.
- Our team provides expert installation, training, and catch marketing support.
- We carry exclusive distributorship of Lindgren-Pitman longline monofilament technology.
- Our customer-centric approach ensures tailored solutions for every fishing operation.
- We maintain a wide inventory spanning marine safety, boating, and industrial needs.
What people say
Top-selling Sabikis
Frighteningly good deals
Expert installation
Support local fishermen
Hands-on approach
Services
Commercial Fishing Supplies
We supply premium longline monofilament, hooks, and tackle for commercial operations. Our inventory includes exclusive Lindgren-Pitman gear, ensuring durability and efficiency for deep-sea fishing. Expert guidance helps captains select optimal equipment for their specific needs.
Sport Fishing Gear
Our retail locations offer top brands of rods, reels, lures, and accessories for sport anglers. From shore casting to trolling setups, we provide gear tailored to Hawaiis diverse fishing environments, backed by staff expertise.
Marine Safety Equipment
We stock life jackets, flares, first-aid kits, and emergency beacons to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Our team educates customers on proper use and maintenance for offshore readiness.
Equipment Installation
Our technicians install longline systems, outriggers, and tackle on commercial vessels. This service ensures proper configuration for operational efficiency, reducing downtime and maximizing catch potential.
Fishing Training Programs
We offer hands-on training for crews on gear handling, catch processing, and sustainable practices. This program enhances crew proficiency and aligns with industry standards for responsible fishing.
People
Sean Martin
Co-Founder
Co-founded POP Fishing & Marine in 1983 after years as a commercial fisherman. He focuses on customer success through tailored equipment solutions and operational support.
Jim Cook
Co-Founder
Brought extensive fishing experience to POP Fishing & Marine, emphasizing crew training and sustainable practices. He ensures customers achieve long-term success through expert guidance.
Questions
What products does POP Fishing & Marine specialize in?
We specialize in commercial and sport fishing gear, including longline monofilament, hooks, lures, safety equipment, and marine supplies tailored to Hawaii’s fishing conditions.
Do you offer installation services for fishing equipment?
Yes, our technicians install longline systems, outriggers, and tackle on commercial vessels to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Are there training programs for fishing crews?
We provide hands-on training on gear handling, catch processing, and sustainable practices to enhance crew efficiency and compliance.
What are your store hours in Honolulu?
Our Pier 38 location is open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-4:00pm. Sunday hours vary by location.
Do you have online shopping options?
Yes, select gear like Hayabusa Sabiki rigs and Mustad hooks are available online, with in-store pickup or local delivery options.
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Reviews (5)
Ryan Gibbs
Oct 19, 2021
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Im a beginner fisher in Hawaii and walked in and got hooked up with a new rod and reel, the man was very helpful and taught me how to rig a dunking setup, also had a great selection and staff was very nice
Zania Fleming
Sep 17, 2021
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Great fishing store an awesome and friendly staff. They were knowledgeable and really made sure you walk out with what you need. Definitely going to come back again.
Hailey Anderson
Jul 23, 2021
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Amazing customer service that made it easy to find everything and more than what we were looking for! A perfect one stop shop for fishing, boating, etc.
Michele Vs
Jun 27, 2021
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Friendly staff. fishing lures, all shapes sizes and colors everywhere. upstairs repair shop. Bobby does awesome work!
Dave Oh
Apr 23, 2021
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Great selection of marine hardware, lines, chain, fishing gear, clothing and safety gear in their attached safety store. Great place!