Clothing options

[Jacks Grampa]

What do you like in the way of pants, coat and gloves? I'm new to ice fishing and just gearing up. Thanks, James

[PyroZuki]

What do you like in the way of pants, coat and gloves? I'm new to ice fishing and just gearing up. Thanks, James

I think just really comes down to yer budget. I've been comfortable in anything from a few layers of long John's and general clothes, and the same while standin in $2200 worth of clothes and boots. Everyone will have their own favorites, but I honestly believe it's personal preference. Boots and socks, however, is where I like to spend my money.

Pyro

[Icehole__]

Tackle Direct has a lot of Striker coats and bibs 50% off. That’s where I’d gear up

[PyroZuki]

Tackle Direct has a lot of Striker coats and bibs 50% off. That’s where I’d gear up

Nice heads up!!!! Thanks for the Intel.


Pyro

[hardwater diehard]

What do you like in the way of pants, coat and gloves? I'm new to ice fishing and just gearing up. Thanks, James

Float suit for the win hard to beat Ice Runner pricing ..going to suggest bibs before coat if money is tight . Things to look for 100g of insulation minimum...adjustable hem...zippers to hip ...elastic in the side panel . Other companies that produce float suits . Clam ,,,Eskimo ..Striker Ice ...WinderRider ..Piscfun 

https://icerunnerhouses.com/float-suits-clothing/


Note on the SI  Trekker bib ...THERE IS NO ELASTIC IN THE SIDE PANEL HIP AREA ...THEY FIT LIKE CHEAP SNOW PANTS/BIBS...going up a size or two would be my recomendation.

[albo]

the floating suits are the best option for sure, but if not affordable I always recommend clothing that works for other outdoor activities as well. Avoid cotton and stick with wool or synthetic fibers and layer your clothing.

[wyogator]

I wear Carhartt Yukon bibs (nylon, not cotton), Muck Arctic Pro boots, Smart Wool socks, an Underarmour hoodie (again, NO cotton!) and a North Face or Carhartt parka.  I used to wear the Carhartt coveralls, but it’s easier with bibs to take the parka off inside a hub.  I suppose the flotation suits are better if you have the coin.  But as thick as the ice gets around here, I don’t worry too much about it.  Early and late season, I make sure I have a good spud bar and ice picks.