We also carry many of the major brands like:
VMC
Trigger X
Shappell
Eskimo
ION
Otter Outdoors
Marcum
Vexliar
Rapala
Jammin Jig
Northland
Sufix
Gamma
Sunline
Trilene

We also offer one of the largest selection of Tungsten jigs in the country,we are the originators of the "Heavy Metal Tungsten jig. We also offer jig colors in our pro series that are hand painted right here in the USA.

I know Scott is a huge fan of our Epoxy Crystal jigs also which feature a genuine Swarovski crystal epoxied flush into the head.


All of these products and more can be seen on our website @ Sportsmen's Direct or you can come on up to our shop here on the shores of Lake St. Clair 36072 Jefferson Ave, Harrison Twp Mi 48045

I just wanted to take a moment and showcase some of the things we have to offer everyone that ice fishes. We opened our 1st retail store two years ago on Lake St. Clair. But before that we where online only company which is major part of business in the winter so there is two way fro everyone to get a hold of the products we offer. So without further to do let talk ice fishing products.

I want to 1st showcase our Ice Hopper brand and some of the items we have this year.


We just got our 2014 Shipment of the Tight Line Reel from Ice Hopper in. They are on Speical right now also. Regular retail $19.99 right now you can get them for $15.99


Here is a short video talking about the reel and how to change it from left to right hand.
http://youtu.be/jcK1JM23KlM

Flat Line Rod "1st of its kind!"
New from frozen the mind of the Ice Hopper: The Flat Line Rod combines the visual sensitivity of a spring bobber and the near indestructibility of fiberglass.

The key feature of the Flat Line Rod is it's uniquely tapered Flat-Plas-Tech (FPT) blank. This rod starts out near the handle like any other soild, round rod blank. But as you near the tip of of the rod, it transitions into a unique flat, spring bobber profile. This ultra sensitive tip was tuned to detect the most subtle of all bites yet be incredibly durable. Try twisting the tip of any other rod nearly 360 degrees!

Unlike traditional round profile ice rods designed with ultra fine, sensitive tips, the Flat Line Rod also has tremendous back bone for eye crossing, deep water hook sets. Now you can detect super soft bites in deep water and set the hook with a simple snap of the wrist. Let everyone else telegraph where the fish are or slam their rods into the shelter roof with over their head hook sets.

The Flat Line Rod sports light weight, yet durable stainless steel guides and an oversized tip to prevent tip freeze up during long deep water battles. These rods even sport quality cork handles and matching sliding ring seats to complete the package.

Now available in 24" and 32" models to meet your in-shelter and run-n-gun needs!

Pair up the Flat Line Rod with either the 1:1 simplicity of the The Tight Line Reel or the ultra fast Tight Line Extreme Reels for a high performance, value priced ice fishing combo.

Tight Line Extreme
The Tight Line Extreme (my personal favorite reel for ice fishing period)

This is the next logical step in the evolution of ice fishing reels. It addresses all of the issues that ice fishermen experience when ice fishing. The Tight Line Extreme Reel is an ultra-light weight, durable,  geared “fly reel”, with a uni-directional or one-way ball bearing drive, that won’t twist your line or break the piggy bank!

The Tight Line Extreme Reel has a slightly smaller frame than most of the conventional fly reels that are currently on the market. Yet, it retrieves line faster than most micro sized spinning reels and won’t twist the line. Furthermore, it’s unique gear box design supports the center shaft and allows the line to come off the top of the reel vs. off the bottom like a traditional fly reel. This gives the Tight Line Extreme true Straight Line performance right through your 1st guide for increased sensitivity right down the axis of your rod and guides. Add the fact that you get Zero Twist and this reel will actually help you get bit more often and detect more strikes!

When are those sweet buckets going on sale?
I would love to have one but to rich for my blood...

We are totally sold out of the Sonic Ice Hopper. We are in the process of getting our winter 2014 supply made up. There shouldn't be any prices changes on them for this winter

We figured what better time to start thinking about ice fishing but in August. So we are dropping on by to let you guys know about a few items we have on sale in our retail store and on our website.

Kickin Minnow & Snowman Spoons  was $2.29 NOW $0.79
You can see the color here

Next up is the Ice Slammer Rod from Ice Hopper this have a Carbon Blank and feature and extreme fast taper and isn't sloppy like many ice rods today. In fact the action on the rod will remind you of many of the openwater rods on the market today.
 
was$29.99
NOW $12.99
Check the link for a video explaining the rod.
http://youtu.be/7POIUFv2QLQ

We also have Northland Bucket Shot spoons and Rapala Jigging Shad Raps on sale. So stop on in the store for these deals and others or check out the website at www.sportsmensdirect.com

As anyone else on here gotten to try some of the brands out there? I recently got the chance to test some products from a company by the name of Blazewear. They are now selling here in the USA. I wrote up a little product review.

Blazewear Heated Clothing

I would love to hear what other think of some of the other offerings out there.

So recently I came across a ton of really good info on different panfish species and some of there better waters through out the whole state. So I thought since there is a few ice heads to the south of me I would maybe give you guys some new waters to check out while you visit the Mitten state. I hope this helps some of you guys out.

Michigan Best Crappie Waters
http://www.outdoorblog.net/outinmichigan/2012/01/12/michigan-best-crappie-waters

Michigan Best Sunfish Waters
http://www.outdoorblog.net/outinmichigan/2012/01/13/michigan-best-sunfish-waters

Michigan Best Yellow Perch Waters
http://www.outdoorblog.net/outinmichigan/2012/01/14/michigan-best-yellow-perch-waters

Quote from: OIM on January 02, 2012, 10:11:46 AM

Quote from: zoeconner on January 02, 2012, 10:00:46 AM

Where did you get them from.

Not aloud to say the companies name on this site anymore.

Pardon my ignorance, but why not?? I thought the purpose of this site was to help each other out! Don't tell me that it's one of those "they're not a sponsor" deals!!

Just shot me a PM and I will let you know where and how you can get them.