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IceShanty Main => General Ice Fishing Chit Chat => Topic started by: Dakotablood on Oct 09, 2018, 03:55 AM
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Hi guys and gals,
I had a question of what you all use to get your feet of the ice. I have my clam flip over and last year i used a board with carpet on one side to keep feet up but A: its kinda small and B: it slid around a lot on the ice even after I put a couple small screws through so it would move so much. So wondering what other options are out there. Thanks
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A) Get a little bigger board
B) Attach strips of Velcro to bottom of board and sled
C) Problem solved ;D
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my board sits on the ice outside the flip over so Velcro probably wouldn't help it stick to ice, but I do agree a bigger board
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my board sits on the ice outside the flip over so Velcro probably wouldn't help it stick to ice, but I do agree a bigger board
Ahhhhh! Ok, let me think on this one...there has to be a way :-\
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Ok, how 'bout this? Carpet both sides of the board...with the fiber side down on the underside of board? The ice/water will freeze to it keeping it from sliding. Want to make sure you have it glued well as it may want to pull up a little hard after freezing. Probably be a little quieter too. Just a thought :-\
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not a half bad idea might have to try it, see how long the carpet lasts...thanks for the idea
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How about putting a hole in at least two of the corners of the board, then tapping a couple 20 penny nails into the ice for anchors?
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Hole in center and put one anchor into the ice. Feet on each side of anchor.
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I use anti fatigue mats that look kind of like rubber doormats. They do slide around a little with water on top of the ice. I think a person could drive a few hex head screws into the bottom of them to prevent this. I may do this this winter.
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Dollar store door mats just make sure they have a rubber backing...get them in a light color and you can leave them in the tub base for sound proofing and making items easier to find ...most days I just kick up my heels and wiggle my toes ..but the board idea with carpet isn't bad either. Another option rubber mats.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CAP-Barbell-High-Density-1-2-Thick-EVA-Foam-Puzzle-Mat-6-Pieces-20-78-Sq-Ft/776120583
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I use a rubber welcome mat doesn't slide around doesn't hold water feet off the ice.
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harbor freight anti-fatigue mat. 10$ for 4 pieces last i bought some. grab their 20% off coupon. if you want one i can post one.
good to have in bottom of sleds to protect gear anyway. also can be used to set up a flip over onto for bare ice days and still have some for your feet.
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I've used the "fake grass" doormat and turn them upside down. The "grass" down on the ice helps keep it from sliding and it keeps it out of the slush somewhat.
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i have a piece of fake grass indoor outdoor carpet 8 ft long 4ft wide i unroll for inside my hut, works great !! and im on my third season with it.
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I have been using a foam rubber camping mat, the kind you put down under a sleeping bag, cut into 3 pieces = 3 mats. Just something so my feet are not directly on the ice, it helps a lot. They are cheap light weight and also use in my sled to cushion electronics or protect auger flights from rubbing on canvas.
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I use these heavy duty sock-like things, I think they're called boots? ;)2
All kidding aside, I've considered picking up some of that rubber flooring from harbor freight
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I use these heavy duty sock-like things, I think they're called boots? ;)2
x2. I almost never use anything under my boots.
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Only problem I had was when I forgot my boots and had regular socks on and some slip on shoes. I lasted about 1/2 hour before leaving.
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When I bought weathertech mats for my truck I reused the OEM’s for this purpose.
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Awesome ideas everyone thanks for the input I have poor circulation in my feet so they get cold really easy which turns ice fishing into a bad time pretty fast on a cold day.
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DB I’ve read through the posts ,could your foot wear be part of your problem , maybe a pair of little hotties may also help , if foot wear isn’t an issue as mentioned harbor freight interlocking Matts May help
Good luck
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I'm sure footwear has a part to do with it, I've never really had much to invest in "good" ice fishing boots but I have a decent pair of waterproof insulated now. With some padding I should be good and someday I'll be able to get some good spendy winter boots.
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I understand many of us have been where your at
If you have room check out
Little hotties thermal insoles ,
Walmart carries them
Also if your wearing creepers the steel will draw the cold so while parked try talking them off to see if that helps
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I didn't know that about the metal but that makes sense conduction of temps transference. And I use the thermals for my hands never tried them for my feet. Thanks
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I'm sure footwear has a part to do with it, I've never really had much to invest in "good" ice fishing boots but I have a decent pair of waterproof insulated now. With some padding I should be good and someday I'll be able to get some good spendy winter boots.
Try some "Smart Wool" socks. They are around $20 a pair, which is spendy for socks, but they will help tremendously without having to break the bank on a great pair of boots. The socks last a long long time, too.
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I use a old car floor mat. Flip it upside down and it stays put on the snow and keeps your feet off the ice. Works for me.
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Try some "Smart Wool" socks. They are around $20 a pair, which is spendy for socks, but they will help tremendously without having to break the bank on a great pair of boots. The socks last a long long time, too.
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I use a old car floor mat. Flip it upside down and it stays put on the snow and keeps your feet off the ice. Works for me.
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My wife won't let me go ice fishing with any little hotties.....go figure.....
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I'm sure footwear has a part to do with it, I've never really had much to invest in "good" ice fishing boots but I have a decent pair of waterproof insulated now. With some padding I should be good and someday I'll be able to get some good spendy winter boots.
You don’t need to spend a lot for good boots! I found these insulated rubber boots last season at Tractor Supply. They were marked $69 but on sale for $59. I wasn’t sure how warm they would be, but figured for that price they were worth a try. When I got to the register they rang up at $32! :o
I couldn’t believe it! Tried them that week and they were as warm as my old 1800 gram pack boots I was replacing. I went back the next day and bought a second pair. Went back 2 more times to get them for my buddies after telling them about the boots. Ended up selling my 2nd pair to a buddy after they sold out. The checkout ladie got a good laugh the 3rd time I went back............she asked me how many more pairs I was gonna buy! ;D
Gonna see if they go on sale again this season, (for that price I will get a “backup” pair) but even at $59 or $69 they are WELL worth it!
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/itasca-mens-swampwalker-1000g-rubber-boot (https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/itasca-mens-swampwalker-1000g-rubber-boot)
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get alpaca insoles - they work wonders
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I still have my Lacrosse(sp) Iceman boots I used for work. Even though they are steel toe, my feet don't get cold at all. Plus my folding shack has a floor so that also helps.
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I'm going to try one of these and see how it works.I was using a piece of carpeting but got sick of it freezing tight.
www.lowes.com/pd/AWP-HP-Yellow-23-in-x-11-5-in-Foam-Kneeling-Pad/50331647