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Ice Fishing => General Discussion => Topic started by: wis2ohio on January 08, 2013, 02:05:54 PM

Title: Ice Cleats
Post by: wis2ohio on January 08, 2013, 02:05:54 PM
I am wondering what everyone weres or what a good pair of ice cleats are?  I am not looking to break the bank n these, I have looked at cabelas,bass pro,walmart and kmart an have seen several that look nice but can't put my finger on any given set to purchase please help me out
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: futurestrader on January 08, 2013, 04:05:48 PM
Ok here is the trick.  Get some real good insulated boots like Red Ball Boundary or Lacrosse and then drill cold cutter screws into the bottom of them and you will be set to go.  I always wear cotton socks because if I wear wool and my toes touch the front you don't get the right air circulation.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: wis2ohio on January 08, 2013, 04:35:07 PM
Ok here is the trick.  Get some real good insulated boots like Red Ball Boundary or Lacrosse and then drill cold cutter screws into the bottom of them and you will be set to go.  I always wear cotton socks because if I wear wool and my toes touch the front you don't get the right air circulation.

Were does one get these kind of screws? I have never heard of them
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: OhioFisher19 on January 08, 2013, 04:41:58 PM
I like the cheap ones with the rubber straps that are in the arch of your foot. Although I am pretty agile and walking a little goofy doesn't bother me. The expensive ones that cover the whole boot my Dad has and I have worn some too. They are easier on the foot but I'm a budget kinda guy! lol
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: futurestrader on January 08, 2013, 04:44:38 PM
If you PM me I will send you more than enough in the mail.  Free or send me a buck for the shipping.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: futurestrader on January 08, 2013, 04:59:04 PM
If you are only using the boots for ice fishing then screw in the cutters otherwise you can go strap on cleats but I found they are more work then reward.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: Fishin 2 on January 08, 2013, 05:01:41 PM
HT Enterprises makes an economical set, sold @ Walmart for about 7.00. If ya wear large boots, sz. 12-13, get the SGT 2 size. These creepers don't have heel spikes but will keep ya upright and believe me, it only takes a second to bust your noggin. It's no fun tryin to fish with a knot on the back of your head and it's throbbing. These come off your boots real easy so your not walking in the house or the store with cleats on, they get a little pissy !!!! ::) Mike
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: slabslayer on January 08, 2013, 07:25:52 PM
I like the cheap ones with the rubber straps that are in the arch of your foot. Although I am pretty agile and walking a little goofy doesn't bother me. The expensive ones that cover the whole boot my Dad has and I have worn some too. They are easier on the foot but I'm a budget kinda guy! lol

I like the same ones.  Simple and last forever.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: wis2ohio on January 08, 2013, 10:19:33 PM
The walmart here in holmes county doesnt sell ice gear kinda sucks so I would have to order them off line the ones I found online one is the full boot, a combo pack cleats and hand picks
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: mitch131 on January 08, 2013, 10:30:57 PM
the wallmart in mansfield had some if you make it up this way.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: HardWater Junkie on January 08, 2013, 11:10:26 PM
I have a pair of the sandal style with hex style screws on the bottom made by HT.They are just like the stablicers but only cost 20.00. I have tried all of the other types and they all hurt my feet after a while. The only other kind that I liked were the yaktraks with the coiled springs on the bottom. I like a cleat that covers the entire bottom of my boats so no matter how I step I wont slip
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: Optfish on January 09, 2013, 03:14:02 PM
Have the yak trax and the Ht Enterprise and like Yak  Trax better  :o
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: futurestrader on January 09, 2013, 03:35:13 PM
I still say put the cold cutters in and you are done.  No straps and the time to take them on and off.  Up to you I used to have those strap ons and just too much time and effort.
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: HardWater Junkie on January 09, 2013, 06:02:41 PM
I would have to imagine it would take the same amount of time as a commercially bought pair. You still have to take your boots on and off at the lake. You cant have studs in your boots when you go in a bait shop,gas station or elsewhere as it will tear the floors up wherever you go
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: slabslayer on January 09, 2013, 06:04:39 PM
Tim  I was thinking the same thing. ;D
Title: Re: Ice Cleats
Post by: snowcone on January 09, 2013, 06:51:17 PM
i  have the combos  that stretch on your boot, they have small cleats on the bottom and work great, easy to walk on also  ;D