{"title":"Shark \u0026 Insect Deterrents","description":"\u003cp\u003eStay safe in WA waters with shark deterrent products from Compleat Angler Nedlands. We stock \u003cstrong\u003eSharkbanz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRPELX\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eBushman\u003c\/strong\u003e shark deterrent devices designed to reduce the risk of shark encounters while you fish, dive, or swim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWestern Australia has some of the world's best fishing — and its share of sharks. These scientifically-tested deterrent devices provide an extra layer of confidence for water users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apparel\"\u003eAll Apparel\u003c\/a\u003e. Free shipping over $150.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDo shark deterrents actually work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eMagnetic and electrical deterrents have been scientifically tested and shown to reduce the likelihood of shark interactions. They're not 100% guarantees but provide an additional layer of protection backed by research.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eSharkbanz vs electrical deterrents?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eSharkbanz uses permanent magnets (no charging needed, always on). Electrical deterrents (like RPELX) create an active electrical field. Both have proven effectiveness — magnets are simpler; electrical may have wider effective range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eShould I wear one while fishing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eIf you're wading, kayak fishing, or swimming in areas with known shark activity — which is much of WA's coastline — a deterrent provides peace of mind. Particularly relevant for wading anglers and spearfishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do magnetic shark deterrents work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eSharks have electroreceptors (Ampullae of Lorenzini) in their snouts. Strong magnets overwhelm these sensors at close range, creating an unpleasant sensation that deters investigative approaches. The effect is localised to within 1-2 metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do shark deterrents actually work?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Magnetic and electrical deterrents have been scientifically tested and shown to reduce the likelihood of shark interactions. They're not 100% guarantees but provide an additional layer of protection backed by research.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Sharkbanz vs electrical deterrents?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Sharkbanz uses permanent magnets (no charging needed, always on). Electrical deterrents (like RPELX) create an active electrical field. 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