Ice Fishing

  • What is the best depth to ice fish?

    For many lakes, the best depth to start ice fishing is in the 8 to 20 foot zone. However, depending on the species, time of year and underwater structure, depths less than 5 feet or more than 20 feet might hold more fish. What is the best ice fishing technique? There are two ways to […]

  • Why are fan-cooled snowmobiles preferred for ice fishing?

    What Type of Snowmobile is Best for Ice Fishing? While you can technically use any type of snowmobile for ice fishing, fan-cooled models are better for this activity than liquid-cooled machines. This is because fan-cooled sleds don’t require snow to assist with cooling. Which is better fan-cooled or liquid cooled snowmobile? Many say that liquid-cooled […]

  • How do you set up a pop up ice shelter?

    Is FatFish 949 insulated? The Fatfish 949i features Eskimo exclusive insulated & quilted IQโ„ข fabric to keep you warm. How many square feet is the Eskimo FatFish? The FatFish 949 pop-up shelter fits 3-4 people and provides 61 square feet of fishable area. This portable shelter along with self-tapping ice anchors all fit into an […]

  • Are ice fishing tents rain proof?

    With sturdy oxford fabric covering all over the body, It can give you a waterproof use experience and minus 22ยฐF antifreeze. The tent weighs just 22 pounds, it is quite suitable for outdoor fishing for its portable and lightweight characteristics. How many square feet is the Eskimo FatFish? The FatFish 949 pop-up shelter fits 3-4 […]

  • Where is Eskimo ice fishing gear made?

    With a name like that, you might think Alaska or Canada. Actually, Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear and Ion Electric Ice Augers are made by a company headquartered in Cumberland, Wisconsin, just an hour from Eau Claire. Eskimo and Ion are two of 10 brands created by a half-century old company called Ardisam Inc. Is the […]

  • What is the best hub Fish House?

    Hub Style fish house are a great option for those looking for a lightweight, warm, and easy set up fish house! Reeds has one of the best inventories in the industry for the best pop-up hub style fish houses. Reeds carries houses from the industries top brands including Clam, Eskimo, Frabill and Otter! Is the […]

  • Where are Duckett rods made?

    F Y I . duckett rods are made in CHINA. How did Boyd Duckett make his money? Moving on from the music industry, Duckett began dabbling in catfish processing in Demopolis, Alabama, in 1992. He bought a plant that had gone into foreclosure in an area rich in producing tasty filets. “I recognized that west […]

  • How did Boyd Duckett make his money?

    Moving on from the music industry, Duckett began dabbling in catfish processing in Demopolis, Alabama, in 1992. He bought a plant that had gone into foreclosure in an area rich in producing tasty filets. “I recognized that west Alabama and east Mississippi โ€” (was) the catfish world back then in 1992,” Duckett said. Where are […]

  • Do Duckett rods have a warranty?

    Duckett Fishing will warranty your new rod or reel against manufacturers defects. This warranty is only extended to the original purchaser and may not be transferred. Where are Duckett rods made? F Y I . duckett rods are made in CHINA. How did Boyd Duckett make his money? Moving on from the music industry, Duckett […]

  • Which ice auger is better Jiffy or Eskimo?

    The Eskimo has two blades that dull quickly; whereas the Jiffy has one blade that is serrated and only needs to be sharpened every two years or so. The Eskimo does cut a little faster as long as the blades are sharp, but the jiffy can cut ten times the holes before it needs sharpening. […]

  • What fishing line does Kevin Vandam use?

    How do you use KVD Line Conditioner? Does fishing need line conditioner? How do you use fishing line conditioner? What is Kevin Vandam’s favorite lure? No surprise then, all three lures pro bass fishing’s greatest angler chose as his favorites for fall are shad imitators. His starting line-up includes a squarebill crankbait, a topwater walking […]

  • How thick is the ice on Gull Lake MN?

    The slushy conditions on Gull Lake have improved for much of the lake. There are currently 15 to 17 inches of good ice on the lake. Who won the Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza? The 32nd annual Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza winner, Cody Sablatura, of Corpus Christi, Texas, jumped to the top of the […]

  • Where can I ice fish on Burt lake?

    How do you make an ice fishing shanty? What are ice fishing huts called? An ice shanty (also called an ice shack, ice house, fishing shanty, fish house, fish coop, bobhouse, ice hut, or darkhouse) is a portable shed placed on a frozen lake to provide shelter during ice fishing. Are people ice fishing on […]

  • Can you fish for salmon in New Hampshire?

    Landlocked salmon are stocked annually in 15 waterbodies in New Hampshire, including Lake Winnipesaukee, Squam Lake, Newfound Lake, and Sunapee Lake. Description: Landlocked salmon are Atlantic salmon found in freshwater lakes with no access to the ocean. What kind of fish do you catch ice fishing in New Hampshire? Best New Hampshire Ice Fishing Spots […]

  • How many hooks can you have on a line?

    Line fishing A maximum of three hooks or three gangs of hooks can be attached per line. A gang of hooks should have no more than five hooks. One line may have six single hooks with a lure attached to be used by the method of hand jigging only. A maximum of three treble hooks […]

  • What are the best states for ice fishing?

    Wisconsin. Wisconsin is on top of the hit list when it comes to ice fishing, Green Bay is a basin of Lake Michigan that covers 2,000,000 acres and has some of the best ice fishing on the planet. North Dakota. Minnesota. Who won the Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza? The 32nd annual Brainerd Jaycees Ice […]

  • What is the best bait for trout in winter?

    Natural baits for winter trout include a wide variety of items, among them red worms, minnows, crayfish, fish eggs, mayfly, caddis and crane fly larvae, wax-worms and numerous other insect larvae. What is the best bait for trout in a pond? The best baits for this are Berkley PowerBait and inflated earthworms, but many others […]

  • Can I use FireLine for ice fishing?

    Improved to be the best FireLine yet –The Smooth Handling Superlineโ„ข for ice fishing, FireLine Micro Ice is stronger and thinner than monofilament. Small enough to work the tiniest micro bait, supple enough to handle the coldest weather. Are FireLine fishing lines good? Available at Tackle Warehouse It holds knots well, it casts like a […]

  • Can you sleep in a portable ice house?

    You Can Ice Fish Overnight In Your Pop-Up Shelter! Pop-up ice fishing shelters are common, and a lot of anglers find themselves wondering, “can I sleep overnight in this thing?” The Women On Ice club slept overnight in their shelter for four nights on Lake Minnetonka in MN, and share what they learned. Do ice […]

  • Can you use a Lowrance hook 4 for ice fishing?

    The HOOK-4 Ice Machine comes with a portable ice-fishing pack and transducer, trusted Lowrance sonar and navigation features, and an easy-to-use interface. The Ice Machine uses CHIRP Sonar to give you a clear and complete view of the underwater environment beneath the ice. How do you set up a hook 5 for ice fishing? How […]

  • Do you need the black box for LiveScope?

    Garmin Panoptix LiveScope LVS12 LVS12 does not need a black box and allows to see simultaneously or separately the Down and Forward functions, by simply operating the plotter and not the manual setting of the transducer. The down side is, it is compatible only with top-end plotters. Is Echomap 73cv compatible to LiveScope? SONAR SUPPORT […]

  • Can you finance a Garmin LiveScope?

    Apply for financing at checkout. What is the difference between panoptix and panoptix LiveScope? What comes with LiveScope Ice bundle? ECHOMAPโ„ข UHD 93sv chartplotter. Panoptix LiveScopeโ„ข System. Panoptix ice fishing mount. Tilt/swivel mount. Power cable. Documentation. Portable fishing kit. Bag with handle. Rechargeable battery. Battery charger. Is Garmin panoptix and LiveScope the same? What is […]

  • How do I set up panoptix LiveScope for ice fishing?

    What is the difference between panoptix and panoptix LiveScope? What comes with LiveScope Ice bundle? ECHOMAPโ„ข UHD 93sv chartplotter. Panoptix LiveScopeโ„ข System. Panoptix ice fishing mount. Tilt/swivel mount. Power cable. Documentation. Portable fishing kit. Bag with handle. Rechargeable battery. Battery charger. Is Garmin panoptix and LiveScope the same? What is the difference between Garmin Panoptix […]

  • How much does a LiveScope for fishing cost?

    The base price for the Garmin Livescope system is around $1500. What is this? That includes the sonar black box (main unit), Panoptixโ„ข LVS32 transducer, transom mount, trolling motor barrel mount, trolling motor shaft mount, power cable, network cable, adapter cable, and documentation. What is the difference between panoptix and panoptix LiveScope? What comes with […]

  • What is the newest LiveScope?

    (NYSE:GRMN), the world’s largest1 and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the LiveScopeโ„ข Plus System, the latest addition to Garmin’s revolutionary live-scanning sonar lineup with brilliantly clear live scanning sonar returns and 35% improved target separation over the existing system. What is the difference between panoptix and panoptix LiveScope? Is Garmin panoptix and LiveScope […]

  • What Garmin units are compatible with Panoptix LiveScope?

    LiveScope is compatible with GPSMAPยฎ 8400/8600 series MFDs, GPSMAP 7400/7600 series, GPSMAP 7ร—2/9ร—2/12ร—2 Touch/7ร—2 Plus/9ร—2 Plus/12ร—2 Plus series, ECHOMAPโ„ข Plus 70cv/70sv/90sv series, ECHOMAPโ„ข UHD 70cv/70sv/90sv series and the ECHOMAPโ„ข Ultra series. What is the difference between Panoptix and Panoptix LiveScope? Is Echomap 73cv compatible to LiveScope? SONAR SUPPORT This chartplotter supports a variety of Garmin […]

  • What is the difference between ice transducer and regular transducer?

    Transducers made for ice fishing function similar to a regular transducer. However, there are a few key differences that improve the user experience while fishing. Ice fishing transducers have a smaller profile for portability and they are self-leveling. You just drop it in the hole. Can you use Garmin transducer for ice fishing? The 4-pin […]

  • Can I use my open water transducer for ice fishing?

    Can you use Garmin transducer for ice fishing? The 4-pin transducer features high wide band CHIRP traditional sonar (150-240 kHz) and has a power rating of 250 W. Its shape and beam widths have been optimized for ice fishing and feature a silicon-coated cable that remains flexible in harsh winter conditions. Can you use the […]

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