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40 Ups are great traps. I would NOT suggest Heritage Lakers as the spring is to aggressive and the trap moves when the flag is tripped. I am replacing a lot of my Heritage traps with 40 ups.
Hey GasBlaster - where did you get your Arctic Bays?
My father has an old set of "Moosehead" traps which are great for preventing wind flags. I have various models of Jack Traps that I feel are more substantial in build design and perform just as well. The key with Jack traps is to return your spool to the water as soon as you land your fish. Felt flags though can be somewhat of an issue in snowy or wet weather if not treated to be water repellent, which is quick and inexpensive.I see no reason why I would not be able to hand my Jack traps down to my son when I'm done fishing them for 30+ years.
Thanks GasBlaster - I'll check a few Mardens but we know what that's like...
I use several different makes of tipups because some accept lights for night fishing, others I like in deep snow etc. I picked up a number of Jack Traps last year, I like them with the exception of the flag. I replace the flags with Heritage Laker flags, a little "Goop", a couple clothespins, and it's done. The HL flags are visible from hundreds of yards away, when I need field glasses to see the standard felt flags at that distance. The Jack Trap quality is really good, I agree that you can expect to pass them to the next generation. It's the only thing the kids will get, because you spent all your money on them.
Yes, not all flags are created equal in terms of visibility - I have several sets of the Jacks - set the dark flags as I look out across body of water, red flags against shoreline - if there's deep snow, I have the 31" traps with orange flags. I used a $6 can of sof sole waterproofer to treat all to mitigate the issues typically associated with felt. Your strategy seems like a good one as well.The Jacks aren't inexpensive. However, in many cases, when one buys cheap, more is paid in the long run. A solidly built item properly cared for lasts. Plus, angling is my passion - i'm not paying for golf sets, country club fees, ATV's, snowmobiles, etc, so I buy good equipment to make my limited time out enjoyable rather than swearing at wind flags or traps that break and take a dip. I understand others may have different motivations or circumstances that factor into their buying decisions.Curious which direction the original poster goes and what the impression of the purchase is once put to use.
When you start Jigging ,You will find traps will last forever and ever!!!!
I would like to get 3 tip ups , they would be used primarily for brook trout and late season bass . what tip ups should i be looking at for these types of fishing ? any and all replies appreciated ! THANK YOU