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Ice Fishing Tips -Check your local regulations! => Dressing for ice fishing => Topic started by: Iceaddict on Jan 17, 2004, 07:01 PM
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i'm looking for a good pair of ice fishing boots.does anybody know where i can get them,any websites on internet? thanks.
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Try looking at Lacrosse Boots. I have the Ice Man series but the Ice King boots are good boots too. I know that the Mickey Mouse boots are a favorite for many ice anglers. When looking for Mickey Mouse boots be careful I hear there are many imitations out there. I love my boots I would say to you this if you get a pair of Non-Mickey Mouse boots. Get them a full size bigger then you need to help with your feet sweating.
Good luck... :'( Morrocco Mole
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I too like Lacrosse. A few years ago I bought a pair of Lacrosse Burly boots with 1200 grams of Thinsulate for a Sika Hunting trip on the Eastern Shore. These boots are the rubber style (mine are in Real Tree Hardwoods for hunting) The terrain there is very swampy. Anyways, I decided to use them for ice fishing early in the season. Well the boots keep my feet so warm and dry that I ended up using it the entire ice season, and never got cold feet once! The nice part about them is that they go up pretty high on the legs, so when you get the wet slop ont top of the ice, your feet stay dry. I also have a pair of Sorels, which I use for snow, but the Lacrosse have done such a good job, that I never broke them out for ice fishing. The Lacrosse Burlys can be found at places like Bass Pro shops, Cabelas, and Galyans (I bought mine at Galyans in Gaithersburg) The more grams of thinsulate the warmer your feet will be. I also used them for Spring Turkey hunting and my feet did not overheat! A good overall boot in my opinion.
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Check these out........It's funny because I've been looking on-line lately myself. And the price really isn't that bad.
http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=101409
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Cabelas Trans Alaska Iditerod boots....once you use them, you'll never go back to ordinary boots.
RG
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RG those sure do look nice!! I got a pair of lacrosse something or others,they are very warm and dry, but they are as heavy as a bucket of tipups!!
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You betcha! ;D
If they're good enough for Jeff King to use while winning 3 Iditerod races...They're proven enough for me.
At only 4.5 lb they're light too.
This year I have my eye on the Trans Alaska Suit...nice!
RG
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Yeah, but what do they cost?? $200???
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I'll keep my $40 mickey's.....I've had one pair over 15 years and they are still going strong. I just got a second pair last year for deer hunting in the late season.
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RG's boots run about $170 and the Predator Extreme's are only about $140 and are "built to last". To me that's a small price to pay after spending over $500 on a vexilar, $300 on a power auger, $250 on shanty, $300 on an aquaview and god only knows how much on jigs, rods, and peripherals you get the idea. What I mean is spending $150 on boots to keep my feet warm for the next ten seasons is a small price to pay compared to what we spend on the rest of the stuff used for fishing.
Sounds like the predator extreme's are good boots slipbob. How good are they for walking and do they come in extra-wide sizes?
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I have a pair of LaCrosse Red ball boots. They are rated for about -60 below. With good socks, they kept my feet warm and dry all winter. My fishing companions would complain of cold feet, and then I would tell them my feet felt great, and they didn't believe me.
Tyler
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No they aren't cheap...that's the point. You cannot beat Cabelas guaranty and these boots are rated for -135.
Everyone's different. Some of my friends never get cold feet and have next to nothing for boots. Heck Scott said he fishes in tennis shoes ::) .
It's a matter of how you react to the cold. I've had Ice Kings, Sorel Carabou's and Micky's...none kept my feet warm. I used a 3 layer sock system with a silver sock liner, polypro next and a high loft wool boot sock until I got these boots...Now I can slip into them in street socks if I like and my feet are warm and dry even when slogging around in 12" of slush all day.
Try this...take a calculator with you and next time the ice fishing is slow start adding up just what you have with you for that day's fishing right down to your underwear...these boots aren't that expensive and I'll spare no expense for warm feet on the ice. It makes or breaks the day.
RG
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Everyone's different. Some of my friends never get cold feet and have next to nothing for boots.
I used to be the same way until my last trip of the year last year on a -30 degree day when it was all slushy and my boots leaked very badly! You may think your feet don't react to the cold but if this happens you will know otherwise.
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"Been there, Done that, ain't going back!"
Kinda ruins your day...don't it? >:(
RG
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I've found that Muck Boot Company's Arctic Sport boots are great ice-fishing boots. First, they are 100% waterproof. You could really stand in ice water all day and your feet will stay dry and warm. They are insulted, but not heavy, only about 2.5 lbs. each. They have flexible calf areas and are very comfortable. They are slip on boots, so you don't end up with ice on the laces. A final feature, that hopefully won't be needed, is that they are bouyant! They float. With good socks they live up to about -20 to -40 conditions. About $89.00 online at:www.muckbootsonline.co m
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im not saying those boots aent good, im sure they are if they are rated to -135... but i have very poor circulation in my feet due to a bad back. had three surgeries and got no better. i was one of those sh!t boot people until this back issue! then i found my mickeys on ebay for $45 bucks... yes they are a bit heavy, but im quite big so.... i love them, only wear reagular gym socks on not so bad days and a pair of wigwams on cold cold days! no cold feet here what so ever! make sure if you go hunting for a pair of mickey though, that you get the real ones with the valve on the side.(means nothing for us ice fishing really, just close it all the way) the fakes i guess dont have the valve, they just look alike and are no wheres near as warm!
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Just got my Cabela's Glacier Point boots in. Rated to -100, a little on the bulky side, but I'd rather have warm dry feet instead of wet cold feet! Has anyone had any experience with these boots, or are they new the market?
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My Lacrosse boots work just fine for me. Hunting or fishing since I got them 10 years ago and my feet never get cold. Different strokes for different folks.
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I rely on Kamik. One pair Special Edition (Bob Izumi)4-5 years and insulated rubber boots (new) both rated for -70 degrees F (COLD!!!)also Bob Izumi. Very comfy and warm for those cold days.
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I'll second the Kamiks rated to -70°. They're light, a perfect fit, and best of all, warm. Just bought a set of Icer ice cleats for them, so I'm all set for slick ice. I also have a pair of heavy, steel toed rubber work boots with felt pack liners in them (good to about -30°) for those wet, not so cold days.
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here is a site i came across where you can order them online. I have had Lacrosse Ice mans for 15 years and I am finally on my second pair. Never found a brand of boots that kept my feet warmer. :tipup:
http://www.uscav.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=8497&tabID=
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Are those sheetmetal screws in the Iditarods ??? When I was a kid we used to put sheetmetal screws in the knobs on the bike tires to ride on the lake. Has anyone tried this on their boots?
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slipbob, ill give ya some of my "insulation" lol
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Has anyone tried this on their boots?
Yes studded my Sorels with sheetmetal screws they work great.
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I am a Lacrosse Ice King fan. I am finally buying a new set of liners for them. They are the best boot for the money.
You can usually find them for between $80 and $90. For a boot rated down to 150°F.
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LaCrosse Ice Kings are great boots, also no one mention Rocky SnowStalker Extremes, these are great boots also, once they are broke in. Best bet is to look on Ebay no mater what brand you are considering. I got my SnowStalker Extremes for $65.00 on ebay.
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What are your guys' thoughts on removable and non removable soles?
If your soles are non removable, what do you use to dry them? (excluding "baking" the boot)
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Bear,
Buy a PEET boot dryer. Look for them at Cabelas. I have one and it dries my boots in a few hours with no fear of damage. GOOD STUFF! :clap:
RG
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I have used the foil covered felt packs in my Sorel's. Change them out daily, and you will find you feet warm, dry, and time for a "double" while you are waiting for them to dry!!!
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Anyone see the new Rocky Icestalkers?
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I use the Lacrosse Extreme PFT's and they are unbelievably warm and 100% waterproof, plus they were only $130
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Been snowmobilling and ice fishing for past 30 yrs. many many many boots later I can honestly say cabelas predator boots, are by far the best boots I've ever owned.
Their a pac boot which meens they have much more insulation in the bottom of the boot than normal boots do. They have a removeable felt liner and the liner has a small pocket under the toe area to slide in a heat pack. The heat pack is normally unnececery, but just to be on the safe side on those extreme days I'll use this feature.
I've allways had a problem with getting cold feet, I dont mean frost bite type cold , just slightly uncomfortable. These boots are now my standard wear for snowmobiling and especially ice fishing. Did I mention you can actually walk quite comfortably in them all day.
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Moderate dry days Lacrosse Ice Kings, slushy or extremly cold days Lacrosse PFT's. Bowhunting from a stand or all day icefishing adventure no cold feet here.
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Another vote for Ice Kings. The funny thing is the liners are only 400 grams if I remember right and they are the warmest boots I have ever owned.
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Just picked up a pair of Ice Kings at Gander Mountain. I can finally toss the old Sorel's (served me well over the last 15 yrs).
I can't wait for some ice and try them out! ;D
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hey slipbob, what part of upstate NY do you fish? I am heading up to the Rochester area in a few weeks and would love to hear of a good spot to do some fishing?
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I like my mickey mouse boots,100% waterproof,very warm,and not a bad price if you can find your size. HIGHFLAGS :tipup: :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
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I just got a pair of Irish Setters 1200, rated to -125 F. They are still on sale at Cabelas from 140 to 90 bucks. I'm very impressed with these, very light (4.4lb), great lateral support and agressive soles with roller speed lacing. They don't look like moon boots at all. Cabelas screwed up my order at first and substited Irish setters with Cabelas Snow Squal (if I remember correctly) and those were very uncomortable, heavy and sloppy. They were same price, same comfort level and very nice hardware but were very stiff and pinched my foot. Seemed like they would need to be broken in. So unless I start whinning about cold feet in a month or so, I vote for my Irish Setters right now. ;D
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...almost forgot, they run a bit on a large side. I wear 10.5 sneakers with 11 boots. Irish Setter 11 were one size too big and 10.5 was a perfect fit with a heavy sock and toe room to wiggle.
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I've had Ice Kings going on my third season after wearing out a pair of Ice Man over 12 years, love 'em. I double layer with Cabela's polypro under a heavier wool blend. They're really light, too. I don't deer hunt anymore, but sure wish I could have had these when I did.
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Just picked up a pair of Ice Kings at Gander Mountain. I can finally toss the old Sorel's (served me well over the last 15 yrs).
I can't wait for some ice and try them out! ;D
Just got back from two days of crappie fishing (iced 41). The Ice KIngs were warm and comfortable! One disadvantage over the old sorel's is their larger size. I had to be careful not to kick everything around when I was in the shanty! ;D
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Today, after i went fishing for like 6 hours my feet got cold and wet, so i went and spend 90 bucks on lacrosse/1000gram thinsulate rubber boots, hope they keep my feet warm.
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Tried out my new Rocky icestalkers yesterday 1000 gram with flip out ice cleats really nice they are bulkier than some of the other boots but flip out cleats make it worth it
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The kamik rubber boots with the laces and removable liner work great and they only cost 35-40 bucks they only last 2-3 years but for that price why not, got mine this year and my all beetween deer hunting and ice fishin my feet have not gotten wet yet nok on wood
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Just bought a pair of Field and stream boots, I always just thought they were a magazine, but their alot more. These boats have made ice fishing in sub-zero temps a pleasure. ;D