Hooks catch things. In music, a good hook connects with a listener’s emotions. In sales, a good hook closes the deal. When ice fishing, a good quality, correctly sized hook gets the fish to the top-side of your ice hole. This begs questions, what is a good hook, and what size hook is best for …
The most important, but least planned, part of ice fishing may very well be the hole size. Six-inch and eight-inch are two of the most popular hole sizes. For ice fishers, deciding what size hole to fish through is an important decision. Hole size matters because it determines what species you’re more likely to pull …
When ice fishing, your first concern is staying on top of the ice, your next concern is enduring frigid temperatures as you pull in your favorite catch. You have many options to consider when choosing the right clothes for keeping toasty on the hard water. Today we’re going to answer the question, Are waders the …
Winter is the time of year when people get out their ice fishing gear and head to a frozen lake. But before you grab your rod, make sure that you have made plans for shelter: either an insulated or non-insulated one will do the trick. Which one should you choose? This blog post will compare …
Unless you tag along with a buddy who’s going ice fishing, outfitting yourself for ice fishing isn’t cheap. Rods, reels, fish finders, shelters, and augers can easily total several thousand dollars. And that’s without a snowmobile or ATV to get you there. None of that will matter if you head out on the ice without …
Back in the day, grandpa and dad used an old hand-cranked auger when drilling lots of holes in the hard water to catch dinner. Nowadays, I’m thrilled that we use Sonar imaging systems to locate fish, and that when we drill holes, the augers are gas-powered. Let’s look at the Down Imaging system, popular today …
After a productive winter of pulling in your limit of Walleye, Northern Pike, or Perch, it’s gut-wrenching to think of stowing all your Ice fishing lines, rods, and tackle. If they were a way, you could use your favorite gear when ice isn’t covering the water. We’re going to look at how much of your …
Ice Fishing is a favorite way to get outdoors in the winter. But ice fishing requires a lot of gear to keep warm and get you to the fish. You can be old school and pull it all on a sled yourself. But why not save time and energy by using a snowmobile or 4WD …
When ice fishing, there’s plenty of time to share food and drinks with friends. The right mix of foods and drinks can crank up your energy, core temperature and create memories. Let’s look at ten ideas that can boost your energy and core temperature while pleasing the taste buds and curbing hunger. 1) Eat right …
Having an ice fishing sled can be overwhelming. The use of the ice fishing sled is to move your equipment from one place to another. This is only possible when you have a fully repaired sled. A common malfunction would be to have a hole in your sled or facing a wide crack through it. …
Fishermen spend a lot of time on the water, and it’s important to consider how they will be protected from the elements. The fact is that most fishermen have their shelter for when they need to take a break or escape bad weather conditions. If you’re not sure which type of shelter is best for …
Spikes are some of the most popular bait for ice fishing because they can live on just about anything. However, it’s important to know how best to care for these little guys so that you don’t lose a good catch because of a careless mistake! This article will teach you how to keep your spikes …
You know how important a healthy cooling system is if you’ve been unlucky enough to be stuck on the road as your truck boiled over. Your snowmobile’s cooling system is just as important when ice fishing or sledding. Today, we’re looking at the pros and cons of water-cooled vs fan-cooled snowmobiles. Why Snowmobiles Need Cooling …
Live bait fishing is a great method of fishing for many anglers. Minnows are generally a very common fish that can be easily found and captured. Generally for the simple purpose of bait. Keeping minnows alive until you hook them on the barb is what you desire, correct? It is necessary to keep minnows fresh, …
It’s not unusual for an angler to have conflicted decisions when selecting between Snowmobiles and ATVs. This can be a difficult decision as you will want to choose the most competent one for ice fishing. It’s essential to get a vehicle with the particular features that you might desire. Today’s article will explore a perfect …
Ice fishing is an enthralling activity until you save your enthusiasm for fishing instead of wasting your energy by pulling your sled with trouble and frustration. No worries, we won’t let you ruin your ice fishing passion because of this simple pulling concern. We have got your back with fascinating tips to help you gain …
Things while ice fishing seems fun – but nature’s alarm buzz. It seems uncomfortable, yet you can’t deny that everyone needs to go to poop at some point while maintaining privacy. It is undoubtedly exceptional if some people rely on amenities like possessing a covered bucket or pooping in the snow. But if you’ve planned …
Who doesn’t shudder at the thought of staying penned up in the house over a bleak winter while your hunting and fishing gear calls to you from the garage? If you have a hunting blind stashed with your gear, you may have a get-out-of-jail-free card. Grab your blind, head to the ice, and let the …
Fishing is a rather common hobby, and in some areas of the world, some people take it to the next level with ice fishing. One thing you may not know about ice fishing though – if you’re drinking alcohol while doing so, you could be getting in legal trouble! Whether you’re an experienced angler or …
