About Us

Locally owned and operated since the beginning of its existence.

Saltwater Connection is located at 24 Port Road Whangarei, Originally the store was named Leigh Distributors, but after aquiring The Dive Connection and relocating that business to the port road site , it was decided that a name change was in order to fit the new look 600 sqm store.

The Team at Saltwater Connection pride them selves on great product knowledge , with great service to back it up.

Theres a massive range of all types of saltwater fishing tackle, rod , reels as well as bait and ice , along with the huge range of scuba and snorkeling gear.

Reel and rod servicing is all done inhouse, Scuba tank testing , air fills are also done onsite, we have a regulator service tech on hand as well with some 35 years of industry experience.

For the past 10 years the store has given away either a boat or a vehicle ,.