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« on: December 21, 2016, 08:17:34 PM »
Just wondering if anyone know of a promo or affiliate code.
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« on: September 30, 2016, 06:48:54 PM »
I know it's still pretty early, but I'm thinking about building ice fishing rods again this year. I'd like to see how much interest there is before I start getting supplies, though. Let me know if you're interested. They make pretty good Christmas gifts too.
Here are some pics of two of the ice rods I built last year.
The first (purple thread) is a 28.5" composite microlight panfish rod. It features an EVA foam Tennessee style grip with graphite reel locks, lightweight stainless steel guides, and Hi-vis orange tip. This rod is also available in other lengths and actions. Prices start at $50.
The second (neon green) is a 26.5" fiberglass "power noodle" panfish rod. It features a 4" super grade cork handle, extremely light and durable titanium Recoil guides with hi-vis green tip. These rods can be custom tailored to your specs. Many rod sizes, actions, blank materials, guide types, and handle styles are available. Prices start around $120. Reels not included.
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« on: November 24, 2015, 09:09:18 PM »
This year I decided to do something a little different. I wanted to make some of the gifts a gave this year. So I made some ice rods for my girlfriend and a few other ice fishermen I know. I obviously had to build one for myself as well, lol. The rods are turning out better than I ever thought they would. Hers is a 28" composite panfish rod, that I think would also work very well as a deadstick rod for perch. The one I made for myself is a 26" panfish rod, that I built on a solid fiberglass power noodle blank. I used titanium recoil guides and paired it with a black Betty 6061 reel. I don't know if anyone would be interested, but I am taking orders as well. They are built to order, and prices according to your specs. These a very high quality rods. I'm trying to upload pics, but have had trouble with it all day. I'll post them as soon as I figure out what I'm doing wrong. Lol.
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« on: November 04, 2015, 03:02:37 PM »
I've had a lowrance elite 4x hdi for a couple years now. Last year was my first year using it on ice, and I had some issues with it. The main issue I found was that most of the time, I couldn't see my lure on the graph. I'm sure I need to make some adjustments to the settings, but I have no idea what to adjust. Does anyone have experience with these units? Any help is greatly appreciated.
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« on: October 24, 2015, 10:26:49 PM »
I'm planning on buying a power auger in the next few weeks. I've been looking at the jiffy and Eskimo propane augers. Do either have an advantage over the other?
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« on: November 15, 2014, 09:50:11 AM »
So in the spring I picked up a 4x HDI for my kayak, and want to use it for ice fishing as well. I want to find a case to use while on the ice. I know lowrance makes one, but it comes with a transducer that won't work with my unit. It's also a bit on the expensive side. Anyone have ideas?
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« on: January 09, 2014, 11:32:27 PM »
It's been nearly a month since I've been able to get out and I really need to hit the ice again. Hopefully I'll get some free time pretty soon and be able to get out again.
Okay, my venting is done now.
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« on: December 27, 2013, 09:59:44 AM »
Has anyone used the arctic warrior tip up from clam? My wife got me one for Christmas and I'm curious if anyone had opinions on it.
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« on: December 19, 2013, 08:23:01 PM »
I made this little device out of plexi that I had laying around at work. Works great for panning your underwater camera, without spending $50 on a remote panner. If you're on a budget, cheap, or just like making things yourself like me, it's a great little tool. Didn't cost me a thing either, except about a half hour of my time.
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« on: December 18, 2013, 08:43:36 AM »
I got this pumpkinseed fishing bolles harbor in Monroe Michigan on Sunday. He was just under 8". I was out of ink, so the jaw jacker logo is a little hard to see, but it's there.
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« on: December 10, 2013, 07:23:44 PM »
I just bought a thousand spikes this morning. I found a local shop that buys them from Knutson's in Michigan. They gave me a good deal on the bulk amount. They are some fat spikes this year. Hope I get to use some up on Sunday!
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« on: November 25, 2013, 09:12:47 AM »
I have two SLA batteries for my "lil green box" flasher and camera. They both still have a good charge from last year. Is it okay to put them on the charger and top them off, or should I run them both dead first? I'm just not sure if these types of batteries have the same memory issues that a lot of rechargable batteries do.
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« on: November 20, 2013, 09:12:43 AM »
I have a number of ice rods to use on the ice, but I feel I may be missing something in the lineup. What type of rods do you guys use with light jigging spoons and small jigging raps, for crappies, perch and BIG gills?
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« on: November 11, 2013, 06:30:47 PM »
Just kinda curious as to what everyone's favorite baits are, and maybe what baits you plan to try a bit more this year?
I used to just go with some type of horizontal jig made of lead, then I discovered tungsten. Now a Fiskas wolfram jig or CJ&S chekai jig, tipped with a spike are what get used the most. After having some success with plastics last year, I want to try them a bit more this year. I also have a number of spoons that have had almost no use, and a few rattle baits just in case I'm fishing someplace with toothy critters.
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« on: November 03, 2013, 01:31:21 PM »
I've been thinking about buying my spikes or maggots, whatever you want to call them, in bulk this year to save a few bucks. 500 spikes in the $10-15 range just sounds way better than 20 of them for around $3.50 from the bait shop. So my question is, how to keep them alive? I know to keep them in the fridge and to add some bedding for them. But, do I need to feed them at all?
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