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IceShanty Main => General Ice Fishing Chit Chat => Topic started by: laer0302 on Jun 07, 2019, 03:24 PM
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We had a thread last summer for new gear for the upcoming season, but I haven't seen one for this year yet. Anyone find any new gear yet? I heard Clam is going to be revamping their flip over shelters, but I haven't been able to confirm that. Maybe they are adding side doors like everyone else has now.
Almost 90 degree's here in central MN today, ice season can't get here soon enough!
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I am not at liberty to say anything yet but can say this, Clam does try to change things up each year on some models. most changes are new colors or slight redesigns or renamed from one name to a new name. on a opposite note Clam will discontinue certain houses from year to year if they are under preforming on sales. as for side doors Clam does have that in their X300 since they released that two seasons ago as to if it will carry over to a few other house it might with time as it would require a pole redesign to make it work for the smaller houses like the X200 or the Voyager. I will get the full run down come August when they hold Pro Day and go over all the new products with the Pro Staff. once Pro Day is over I can give more details on the new line up.
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Looking out for the first reports of a design change in the Eskimo Pistol Bit auger with a power point for sale.
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Spoke with a MKE Electric Tool engineer who said they're overwhelmed with how may drills they sell for use in ice fishing. Said Mke is looking into a more powerful motor that would be more specific to our market.
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I heard a rumor on the street that the "green" auger company will be coming out with an auger bit for drills. Guess we will see if something comes out.
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Sounds like the next 3 years we will see a serious shift in auger tech. The last two have been ramping up but now its really going.
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Stop it!! Stop it!! I am not done buying summer fishing gear and you are already dragging me into next winter. Stop it!!
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Stop it!! Stop it!! I am not done buying summer fishing gear and you are already dragging me into next winter. Stop it!!
Wow, you don’t get it! You buy for summer in the winter and for winter in the summer! You’re paying a premium buying summer gear in the summer! No wonder you have you undies in a wad! LOL!
DN
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According the HT sales rep at the St Paul ice show last year, they will have an 8 inch Nero auger out this year, and a drill adapter similar to the Clam Plate as well. These were both leaked last year in the Reed's catalog, but should be available this year.
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I recently saw a new 13 ice rod coming out , but was asked not to post a pic of the proto type , complete new design ,
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I have nothing to base this off of but I heard from 2-3 different people that the rumor was floating around that Vexilar was coming out with a digital series sonar system this year. Take it for what it is. Hondex 775/881 I would assume what it’s going to look like.
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Some new Northland tackle products:
https://www.northlandtackle.com/new-northland-sticks-designed-with-detail/
https://www.northlandtackle.com/5765-2/
https://www.northlandtackle.com/the-eyes-have-itand-wont-let-go/
https://www.northlandtackle.com/faster-than-your-average-tungsten/
https://www.northlandtackle.com/falls-fast-eaten-faster/
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I recently saw a new 13 ice rod coming out , but was asked not to post a pic of the proto type , complete new design ,
They've created an Archangel ice rod and paired it with a Freefall reel in a new combo. That won't be a cheap date. I'd be surprised if it retailed for less than $225. The open water sized Archangel's full retail was $650. The new Fuse rods (limited edition and numbered) are going to retail for $450.
Was the rod you an Archangel ice rod?
DN
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Okuma is coming out with a micro baitfeeder reel (great for dead sticking). I have not seen the specs on their website yet.
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Okuma is coming out with a micro baitfeeder reel (great for dead sticking). I have not seen the specs on their website yet.
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Very cool!!!!
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2019-2020 Otter Catalog
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
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I've been using those micro bait feeder reels for the last few years, They're awesome. It was something I adapted from saltwater fishing but they are great through the ice. I only use them on warm days when the holes aren't freezing over or inside the shanty. Once the hole freezes over the setup is useless.
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2019-2020 Otter Catalog
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
Bad link.
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2019-2020 Otter Catalog
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
They make nice stuff but are out of my price range.
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They must have accidentally posted the catalog because I went back to the site and it says its no longer available HAHA :P
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If you click on the link in the quote in my post it'll take you to their site and you'll be able to see all their stuff you just need to navigate around. Just click on the tabs to see the products.
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I've been using those micro bait feeder reels for the last few years, They're awesome. It was something I adapted from saltwater fishing but they are great through the ice. I only use them on warm days when the holes aren't freezing over or inside the shanty. Once the hole freezes over the setup is useless.
How? Pro staff? It's a new product/size
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I believe the larger avenger size has been out for a couple of years, have seen those getting used on IDO.
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Bad link.
Large PDF file takes some time to load ..bout a minute or so .
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I believe the larger avenger size has been out for a couple of years, have seen those getting used on IDO.
Yes maybe even 10 years but he was claiming he used the new micro.
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Large PDF file takes some time to load ..bout a minute or so .
Last years catalog.
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Last years catalog.
Cover page from PDF
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKp2s6Sn/otter-2020.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKp2s6Sn)
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Cover page from PDF
(https://i.postimg.cc/TKp2s6Sn/otter-2020.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKp2s6Sn)
I’m not seeing it. Get a 404 code. Can you copy the link please?
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I’m not seeing it. Get a 404 code. Can you copy the link please?
May be something on your end ...
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
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Hmmm i cant see it either,just a 404 error code.on both my phone and laptop.not that i care all that much.otter is expensive and too heavy.jmo
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I get it using the link, no problem!! :thumbsup:
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May be something on your end ...
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
Must be. Still getting a 404 error code. Thanks though.
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i am getting the error also on my phone and lap top.
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When I click on the link there's a box that says 404 error code but if you click on the tabs across the top for the categories (they're right below the black strip that says Otter Ice Done Right) of the items you can see all the stuff.
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I’m not seeing it. Get a 404 code. Can you copy the link please?
Yeah, I think they pulled the link for the catalog. I was able to get on it and then once I posted it here someone made a comment the link was dead. Sure enough, I go back and I can't view the catalog anymore.
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I just got on using the link provided!! Here it is again!!
https://www.otteroutdoors.com/uploads/2019/04/2019_20_Otter-Dealer-Catalog_HR_Single.pdf
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The new 7548BD Bladed Hybrid Treble Short has caught me, gotta try it. I hope it catches fish!
https://www.rapala.com/vmc/vmc-new-arrivals/7548bd-bladed-hybrid-treble-short/7548BD+Bladed+Hybrid+Treble+Short.html?cgid=vmc-newArrivals#id=6&start=1&cgid=vmc-newArrivals (https://www.rapala.com/vmc/vmc-new-arrivals/7548bd-bladed-hybrid-treble-short/7548BD+Bladed+Hybrid+Treble+Short.html?cgid=vmc-newArrivals#id=6&start=1&cgid=vmc-newArrivals)
(https://i.imgur.com/Vof3Rogl.png)
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Did I just miss this, did anyone else know Jiffy is making a lithium auger ???
Even for Minnesota this is awful early to have an auger on the shelf at fleet farm.
(https://i.postimg.cc/56bfPt04/20190809-132038.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56bfPt04)
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Did I just miss this, did anyone else know Jiffy is making a lithium auger ???
Even for Minnesota this is awful early to have an auger on the shelf at fleet farm.
(https://i.postimg.cc/56bfPt04/20190809-132038.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56bfPt04)
Yup, most complained it was too expensive.
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Shappell is teasing an insulated version of the Bay Runner, if anyone was looking at one for this upcoming season.
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By any chance do you have a link you can post??? Thanks in advance :thumbsup:
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found this:http://www.bigcountrysportinggoods.com/shappell-br1000i-bay-runner-cabin-insulated-br1000i/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4s7qBRCzARIsAImcAxYNmT2D3QQ0ij4w8SDq0N2Uv0K6LLWyay3bNiyhsCCe4PFDZJPcW64aAtcZEALw_wcB
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found this:http://www.bigcountrysportinggoods.com/shappell-br1000i-bay-runner-cabin-insulated-br1000i/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4s7qBRCzARIsAImcAxYNmT2D3QQ0ij4w8SDq0N2Uv0K6LLWyay3bNiyhsCCe4PFDZJPcW64aAtcZEALw_wcB
Big Country Sporting Goods is nothing but a mom & pop drop shipper. They have NO storefront. They have NO inventory. They have NO phone. Avoid like the plague.
DN
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Big Country Sporting Goods is nothing but a mom & pop drop shipper. They have NO storefront. They have NO inventory. They have NO phone. Avoid like the plague.
DN
[/quote ] right,thats who sold me those clam runners thru amazon, advertised as new but not in original packaging.well it was missing all the hardware.i contacted them as thats what amazon told me to do and got nowhere with them and they closed the case claim with no resolution.contacted amazon and they refunded me half my money back.
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Not sure how my quote got added to yours DN.lol
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By any chance do you have a link you can post??? Thanks in advance :thumbsup:
I don't have a link, they posted a photo on their facebook page, you can see the quilting if you click on the pic to get the larger view:
(https://i.postimg.cc/zV9MYBfV/2019-08-14-13-23-43-Shappell-Home.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zV9MYBfV)
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I don't have a link, they posted a photo on their facebook page, you can see the quilting if you click on the pic to get the larger view:
(https://i.postimg.cc/zV9MYBfV/2019-08-14-13-23-43-Shappell-Home.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zV9MYBfV)
Thanks! I guess we'll just have to wait!!
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So I just got home from the Clam Pro Staff social event and let me tell you I think people will like what is come out from Clam this year. let's just say there is two big changes that people should like when it comes to some of the houses this year but I can't disclose details until tomorrow after pro day or for sure on Saturday. once I can talk about it I will post some pics of some of the new stuff. let's just say some of my old gear will be going up for sale and will be replaced with a bunch of the new stuff this year. with that said if you happen to be in Minnesota and want a good deal on a couple different houses I will be putting up for sale you can always PM me and ask which of my old houses or gear I have for sale. PS Clam website should be live and updated with the new items by hopefully this coming Monday or maybe even this weekend or if lucky tomorrow so keep a eye out for it.
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So I just got home from the Clam Pro Staff social event and let me tell you I think people will like what is come out from Clam this year. let's just say there is two big changes that people should like when it comes to some of the houses this year but I can't disclose details until tomorrow after pro day or for sure on Saturday. once I can talk about it I will post some pics of some of the new stuff. let's just say some of my old gear will be going up for sale and will be replaced with a bunch of the new stuff this year. with that said if you happen to be in Minnesota and want a good deal on a couple different houses I will be putting up for sale you can always PM me and ask which of my old houses or gear I have for sale. PS Clam website should be live and updated with the new items by hopefully this coming Monday or maybe even this weekend or if lucky tomorrow so keep a eye out for it.
Just checked the site, already a bunch of new stuff up, including the new shacks with the "symmetry side doors." Looks pretty cool!
https://clamoutdoors.com/
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yes it is up now but not completely just couldn't come out and say it but since you mentioned it I can reply limitedly as tomorrow is the Pro Day and new product run down for the Pro Staff. there is still a section of stuff for tricking out your trap that will need to be added(things like rod holders, cargo nets and such not on the site yet so keep checking back for those items). yes the new door system on some of the houses is the feature I was referring too plus the floor option add on for some of the houses too.
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Just checked the site, already a bunch of new stuff up, including the new shacks with the "symmetry side doors." Looks pretty cool!
https://clamoutdoors.com/
Better link: https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/new-for-2019-2020.html
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yes it is up now but not completely. there is still a section of stuff for trip out your trap(things like rod holders, cargo nets and such). yes the new door system on some of the house is the feature I was referring too plus the floor option add on for some of the houses too.
Yeah, those floors look pretty dang slick
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Those Okuma micro baitfeeders are on my must buy list this year. Guess I have to wait until September to get them. Have used the 20 sized for open water fishing for years. Since I only fish for panfish. The 20 sized one always felt too clunky for ice fishing. Should make the dead stick as deadly as possible.
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Better link: https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/new-for-2019-2020.html
That sled organizer looks pretty slick. My bottles are always rolling in the bottom of my sled.
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Yep, I also saw they have a light kit similar to the Otter makes now and two new reels that are pretty much identical to the Free Fall reels, but at a much better price.
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Yep, I also saw they have a light kit similar to the Otter makes now and two new reels that are pretty much identical to the Free Fall reels, but at a much better price.
Links:
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/sled-organizer.html
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/gravity-reel-graphite.html
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/gravity-elite-reel-hybrid.html
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/flex-four-led-light-kit.html
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On the ice we know Salmo for the Chubby Darter. This year at iCast they release a game changing ice and open water lure. The NEW Salmo Rail Shad.
I got to test these last year and Rail Shad is now my go to smallmouth and walleye lure.
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Have to watch it on YouTube!!!!
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Hopefully clam has put a few more pennies into better quality zippers.
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On the ice we know Salmo for the Chubby Darter. This year at iCast they release a game changing ice and open water lure. The NEW Salmo Rail Shad.
I got to test these last year and Rail Shad is now my go to smallmouth and walleye lure.
When will they be available?
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Yep, I also saw they have a light kit similar to the Otter makes now and two new reels that are pretty much identical to the Free Fall reels, but at a much better price.
I plan to run the Gravity elite hybrids this season and also some of the Ice Team Carbon Combos.
https://shop.clamoutdoors.com/ice-team-carbon-combo.html
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For once clam is priced less than a similar product
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When will they be available?
Available in October. Just in time for Ice.
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Available in October. Just in time for Ice.
Cool, I want to try them out, thanks!
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Is it just me or are Clams answer to side doors absolutely ridiculous? IMO that is a horrible design and will be a pita to get in out out of. You will still have to move the flasher and the heater as it will be in the way, and if you don’t move the heater, the door will get it. You still have to open up the front door anyway as it’s all one door. Absolutely horrible IMO. Otter is definitely on top when it comes to side doors. Clams answer is, well, Clam.
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On the ice we know Salmo for the Chubby Darter. This year at iCast they release a game changing ice and open water lure. The NEW Salmo Rail Shad.
I got to test these last year and Rail Shad is now my go to smallmouth and walleye lure.
(https://scontent-ort2-2.cdninstagram.com/vp/d1f71a28c0f0b84febd9e18c36d1893e/5DACC3C5/t51.2885-15/e35/65576905_202952767352391_3280890223445043840_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.cdninstagram.com&se=7&ig_cache_key=MjA4NDk1NzA0MTgyNjIwNTY5Ng%3D%3D.2&_nc_ig_catcb=1)
Those look awesome !! What size will they be offered in?
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About clam products, you guys realize that clam doesn't really make anything.
They just buy tents from mass production in China and stamps CLAM on them.
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About clam products, you guys realize that clam doesn't really make anything.
They just buy tents from mass production in China and stamps CLAM on them.
the tents are not mass produced as you don't see the same patterns on other brands out there. also if you haven't noticed the look of the tent is changed up a little each year. new this year is the Side Symmetry Door System which is patented now and will not be seen on other brands. Clam has select manufacturers they work with over there. Clam designs everything then before anything gets produced it must get signed off on by R&D before they run the whole production lot.
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Ice Strong is releasing a new ultralight spring bobber this year called "The Pulse":
https://fishicestrong.com/collections/bobbers/products/thepulse
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I have eyes on a new Ion X auger, I am hoping I can get one more year out of my otter flip over but it has a few tears and some thin spots.
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any word on what the improvements will be to the ion augers, I heard maybe 6 amp battery.
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any word on what the improvements will be to the ion augers, I heard maybe 6 amp battery.
Gotta be about time for them to change battery design so everyone has to get new augers when their batteries die
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Those look awesome !! What size will they be offered in?
1/2OZ
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Thank you, Come on October!! ;D
1/2OZ
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13 Fishing's patent on the trigger style in line reels must've expired.. Sportsman's Direct has a new one of these this year as well:
https://sportsmensdirect.com/shop/reels/hwi-trigger-drop-reel/
Same price as the cheaper Clam offering.
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New Apparel options from Eskimo this year:
https://www.geteskimo.com/outerwear
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13 Fishing's patent on the trigger style in line reels must've expired.. Sportsman's Direct has a new one of these this year as well:
Doubt they ever had/got a patent. A patent is good for 20 years from the date of application.
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Eskimo web-site is showing the 8" Pistol auger with a Power Point. $220 msrp.
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I have not heard of any new fish finders coming out yet, except for an updated Humminbird one. Is Marcum sticking with the same ones again and others?
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I have not heard of any new fish finders coming out yet, except for an updated Humminbird one. Is Marcum sticking with the same ones again and others?
Only new thing from marcum looked to be some accessories for the lithium shuttle.
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Here's the 2019-20 catalog from Fiska's/yourbobbersdown.com:
https://www.yourbobbersdown.com/v/PDF/ybdcatalog.pdf
Not a ton of new products, but there are a few.
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Not sure if this has been posted yet, but here is the new Gen 2 Ion Augers:
https://www.ioniceaugers.com/Product/8-ion-g2-11762
Flighting looks like the pistol bit, just a change in color. Powerhead is the only real design it looks like but I do like the looks of it.
Looks like Eskimo also came out with a new ice suit:
https://www.geteskimo.com/legend-ice-suit
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Looks like eskimo also has a new flip shack that's between the size of their other shacks. No side doors though.
https://www.geteskimo.com/Product/apex-thermal-11750 (https://www.geteskimo.com/Product/apex-thermal-11750)
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$780 for the new Ion auger?? :woot: :cookoo:
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Is it just me or are Clams answer to side doors absolutely ridiculous? IMO that is a horrible design and will be a pita to get in out out of. You will still have to move the flasher and the heater as it will be in the way, and if you don’t move the heater, the door will get it. You still have to open up the front door anyway as it’s all one door. Absolutely horrible IMO. Otter is definitely on top when it comes to side doors. Clams answer is, well, Clam.
I agree.....lol. At least they attempted to be innovative....fail.
I can't understand why they offer 100 different similar shacks......I mean **censored**....
Clam really has been a disapoint ment for about the last 7years. Back in the day they were pretty good......now innovation seems to escape them. It is basicly a company that buys products from others rebrands and doubles the price. When the leech flutter spoon came out......I was like **censored**.....I bought that off amazon last year for 1/3 the price they want.....it's not a "new" spoon......just a rebranded one.
I think what disappoints me most about clam is the failure to be innovative in areas they could have excelled in.
For instance the clam plate was a solid product.....started at $45 now we're up to $90? Once we found the drills able to turn the augers and batteries, a lot of us fell in love with them.....what's clam do with this.....drops the ball. Totally fails at the gear box. Then doesn't even pay attention to the light weight craze and look into a synthetic auger for the plate....I mean **censored**?
If I was clam, I would have a perfect clam plate by now. I would have a quick grab/release for holding the drill on it. I would have an optional gear box to turn a 10in auger. (My Milwaukee 1200 can turn a 10in mora but it works it) Then a lineup of 3 light synthetic augers a 6in, 8in, and 10in. All 3 would have an option of a drill plate, and hand auger crank on them. All augers would have a center point, and run the hybrid shaver/chipper blades.
I'd make a normal sled in ALL the flip overs. FLAT from front to back....so u can move your seat all the way to each end.
I'd improve the center counsel in the flipovers with some lids to secure stuff.
I'd make a more comfortable seat with gel foam padding....it be like dang near sleeping in a bed for a guy's rear.
I would contract Adam Bricker to truely make a custom clam rod series with limited numbers.
I would put hooks in the $4-$5 panfish lures that wouldn't snap off after 2-3fish.
Last but not least.....I would put out a quality product no mater what it was vs cheap crap and a high price.
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I have 2 clams 1 is a 2008 X2 back then the tubs were extremely heavy , I have a newer 1 man like it but wish they made a sturdier tubs , JMO , they make to many choices , if they made fewer models and use that money to make better units to compete with otters and others , this was mentioned to clam a few years ago , far as rebranding products, companies have been doing that for soft and hard water forever ,
But things sure have come a long ways in the last 5 decades 👍
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Here is St. Croix's catalog I found online:
https://issuu.com/st.croixrod/docs/scr_icecatalog_out_0618
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https://www.rapala.com/vmc/hooks/treble/7548bd-bladed-hybrid-treble-short/7548BD+Bladed+Hybrid+Treble+Short.html
&feature=youtu.be
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Ice Hole Power has pre-orders of their new blue box kits going through Sept. 20th. If you're in the same boat as me and plan on putting a helix or something similar on a Genz pack this looks like it'll be a pretty sweet little kit!
https://www.iceholepower.com/product-page/blue-box-diy-kit
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agreed on the clam crap. other than the plate it's all garbage now a days.
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Those stupid blade trebles screw up the action of the jigging rap... They're just trying to hook fishermen on this one.
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Those stupid blade trebles screw up the action of the jigging rap... They're just trying to hook fishermen on this one.
LOL...you nailed it right on! LOL...I already experimented with that like almost 20 yrs ago. It doesn't work so well. Now for open water...that's a different story. It works like a belly spinner jig.
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My new add on for this year is a FLX 20. Just ordered it. Hoping to get to try it a little on the boat before I get into my deer hunting.
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My new add on for this year is a FLX 20. Just ordered it. Hoping to get to try it a little on the boat before I get into my deer hunting.
You will love it!! I bought one 2 seasons ago and bought one for the wife last year. Best bang for you buck IMO.
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Spend the extra $20 for the FL-22
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Spend the extra $20 for the FL-22
the flx20 has way more features than the old fl22,its brushless and not limited to 60ft.dont get me wrong i like my fl22 but its no flx20.
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According the HT sales rep at the St Paul ice show last year, they will have an 8 inch Nero auger out this year, and a drill adapter similar to the Clam Plate as well. These were both leaked last year in the Reed's catalog, but should be available this year.
They had the 8" available last year. I almost bought one until I talked with the gear buyer at my local store. He said about 40% of the 7" Nero augers would twist the main shaft.
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They had the 8" available last year. I almost bought one until I talked with the gear buyer at my local store. He said about 40% of the 7" Nero augers would twist the main shaft.
Where did you see the 8"? I wasn't able to find it anywhere. It was mistakenly advertised in the Reeds catalog, but according to the rep, it won't be available until this year. I've used the 7" Nero for two seasons, and I love it. Cuts extremely fast. Other members have used them as well and love them.
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Spend the extra $20 for the FL-22
I'm not for sure, but I think the FL-22 might be discontinued.
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On a side note, a new hub from Otter that wasn't listed in this years online catalog...
https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/otter-outdoors-xth-pro-monster-lodge-hub-shelter
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On a side note, a new hub from Otter that wasn't listed in this years online catalog...
https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/otter-outdoors-xth-pro-monster-lodge-hub-shelter
Wow wonder what that will cost
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Where did you see the 8"? I wasn't able to find it anywhere. It was mistakenly advertised in the Reeds catalog, but according to the rep, it won't be available until this year. I've used the 7" Nero for two seasons, and I love it. Cuts extremely fast. Other members have used them as well and love them.
I didn't actually see it, was talking to the buyer at Joes' sporting goods. He said he would/could order one but wasn't bringing them into the store..
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Wow wonder what that will cost
I hear it is exclusive to Cabelas (BassPro).
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Looking like the Fenwick Aetos ice rod series is being discontinued and replaced with the Techna series?? Can't say I know much about this new offering, but I was one who liked the Aetos rods - have several. Currently have one of the Aetos rods returned to Fenwick for a warranty issue and was told I will have to wait until mid-October for the replacement - might not be an Aetos I get back by the looks of things. ???
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Ice Strong is releasing a new ultralight spring bobber this year called "The Pulse":
$10 for a piece of wire seems high.
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Where did you see the 8"? I wasn't able to find it anywhere. It was mistakenly advertised in the Reeds catalog, but according to the rep, it won't be available until this year. I've used the 7" Nero for two seasons, and I love it. Cuts extremely fast. Other members have used them as well and love them.
They had the 8" available last year. I almost bought one until I talked with the gear buyer at my local store. He said about 40% of the 7" Nero augers would twist the main shaft.
I'm calling BS on the twisting of 40% of the 7" Nero shafts. Prove it. Post up some of the IceShanty Forum links from anyone who's experienced that first hand. You couldn't do it if you tried. Those things are made of STEEL. I've got two seasons of hard use including dirty ice on my Nero 7" and I'm still on the original set of blades unsharpened though I'll probably re-sharpen this Fall.
Reed's catalog just came today and it shows the 8" size as available. I like my 7" model enough that I'll be sticking with it.
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Looking like the Fenwick Aetos ice rod series is being discontinued and replaced with the Techna series?? Can't say I know much about this new offering, but I was one who liked the Aetos rods - have several. Currently have one of the Aetos rods returned to Fenwick for a warranty issue and was told I will have to wait until mid-October for the replacement - might not be an Aetos I get back by the looks of things. ???
That's a shame. Fenwich Aetos is probably one of the best retail rods out there that was pioneering a unique niche. A real jigging rod with an extra fast tip power. They should've expanded the line up.
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Fenwick likes to redo their rod models every 3 years or so.
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I'm calling BS on the twisting of 40% of the 7" Nero shafts. Prove it. Post up some of the IceShanty Forum links from anyone who's experienced that first hand. You couldn't do it if you tried. Those things are made of STEEL. I've got two seasons of hard use including dirty ice on my Nero 7" and I'm still on the original set of blades unsharpened though I'll probably re-sharpen this Fall.
Reed's catalog just came today and it shows the 8" size as available. I like my 7" model enough that I'll be sticking with it.
why would anybody lie about that ?????? What would anyone stand to gain by lying
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why would anybody lie about that ?????? What would anyone stand to gain by lying
Think about it...a gear buyer for a local store. Maybe just doesn’t want to carry the Nero line for whatever reason.
I have a 7” as well, and agree there’s no way the shaft will twist. The little dude is one tough ice-eater!
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why would anybody lie about that ?????? What would anyone stand to gain by lying
Brand loyalty, profit margins, personal opinion, ect. Sure seems like many pro staff out there are a bunch of "liars" endorsing cheap products to make a buck, wouldn't put it past a salesman to endorse the auger with the largest profit margin.
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why would anybody lie about that ?????? What would anyone stand to gain by lying
I've become cynical enough in recent years that if someone tells me that the sun rises in the east I'm going pause a moment to think about it. It's surprising how little motivation it takes to turn a man into a liar these days. Some people do it for recreation it seems. Let's go back to our Cub Scout days. Don't be a stealer. Don't be a liar. Don't hit girls.
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No problems with my nero either.i havent seen any reports or reviews that are bad on the nero except for some rusting blades.which i have not had that problem either and if i did I wouldn’t care because the blades are so cheap.as long as they stay available.thats my concern so i bought 3 extra sets last year at $7.99 a piece.
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No problems with my nero either.i havent seen any reports or reviews that are bad on the nero except for some rusting blades.which i have not had that problem either and if i did I wouldn’t care because the blades are so cheap.as long as they stay available.thats my concern so i bought 3 extra sets last year at $7.99 a piece.
Those 7" replacement blades are running $17.99/ pr. out of Reeds this year so you get the gold star for Mr. Thrifty Shopper. Import tariffs? I'd probably be more worried about HT Enterprises than about Volzhanka who makes those Neros in Russia.
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Those 7" replacement blades are running $17.99/ pr. out of Reeds this year so you get the gold star for Mr. Thrifty Shopper. Import tariffs? I'd probably be more worried about HT Enterprises than about Volzhanka who makes those Neros in Russia.
no Kittery Trading Post had a sale late last winter and had them for 7.99 a set.of course i bought every set they had.
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Seen the new strikemaster synthetic auger. Was only in a 6in. Looked ok, but nothing special.
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I'm not familiar with the micro bait feeder style reels for dead sticking. Can someone give me some insight on these reels and how to use them?
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I'm not familiar with the micro bait feeder style reels for dead sticking. Can someone give me some insight on these reels and how to use them?
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StrikerIce
https://issuu.com/strikerbrands/docs/si19_consumer_broch_48pp_cvr_keyline?fbclid=IwAR1qX5WsUrJldmKgzxVohVmCAx_NfEOxLSoKLaY_xYuJf36Nlh0TDpq4q_k
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I paged through that Striker catalog and went to order a distressed walleye baseball cap....30.00 with tx and shipping. Ouch.
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iFish Pro cames out with their 2.0 model, the insulated base is a nice addition along with a couple other changes:
https://www.ifishpro.com/tipups
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https://www.tacklesupplydepot.com/Eurotackle-T-Flasher-Tungsten-Spoon-p/parent-eurotackle-t-flasher.htm
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Anyone have a PK spoon alternative they like? Going to buy some more, but curious if anyone has an alternative as well. Gold was on fire for me last year!
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Interesting, looks pretty cool. I bought an Ice Runner Explorer last year and love it.
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You'd think they would have a better price point for being an up and coming company.
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Anyone have a PK spoon alternative they like? Going to buy some more, but curious if anyone has an alternative as well. Gold was on fire for me last year!
Never see a knock off PK spoon.
However, I've picked up a few of the Cast Champ spoon packages that had a bunch of spoons in a package & they are knock of Acme Kastmasters at about 1/3 the price and work well.
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New float suit option
https://icerunnerhouses.com/float-suit/?
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Is $169 for both pieces or each ???
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Is $169 for both pieces or each ???
I believe it's for the suit. If you look at there site, they have the individual pieces priced at $89 a piece. I'm hoping Ice Runner has these on display at the St. Paul Ice Show this year. I'm very interested.
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I may be a guinea pig at that price point of the ice runner float suit.my strikers are falling apart and not forking that amount of coin out again for those.tho i got smoking deals on hardwater suits when korkys went under.99$ coats and 99$ bibs.bought 2 full suits.however those suits are too hot for me and wear my striker lite almost every time out and its been falling apart for years.
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I may be a guinea pig at that price point of the ice runner float suit.my strikers are falling apart and not forking that amount of coin out again for those.tho i got smoking deals on hardwater suits when korkys went under.99$ coats and 99$ bibs.bought 2 full suits.however those suits are too hot for me and wear my striker lite almost every time out and its been falling apart for years.
I'm in the same boat. I have a pair of the Striker Predator bibs. They are very warm, but very bulky and heavy when hole hopping. I'm looking for a lightweight float suit, and was looking at the Striker Trekker suit, but even that is still nearly a $400 investment for the jacket and bibs, it might even be more than that, been awhile since I checked the price. This is an excellent price point, I'll probably be buying the jacket for sure.
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Never see a knock off PK spoon.
However, I've picked up a few of the Cast Champ spoon packages that had a bunch of spoons in a package & they are knock of Acme Kastmasters at about 1/3 the price and work well.
I have used these in open water with good results. Add tape, feathered trebles, etc.
https://www.lurepartsonline.com/MasterCast-Spoons?quantity=1
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New float suit option
https://icerunnerhouses.com/float-suit/?
A float suit is at the to of my list for this season and I've looked at the Striker Predator suit at the local Cabelas but after reading several posts including Dr. Specklers about the durability, I'd like to see this suit being shown in the water. They've got videos of their shantys but nothing on the suits.
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A float suit is at the to of my list for this season and I've looked at the Striker Predator suit at the local Cabelas but after reading several posts including Dr. Specklers about the durability, I'd like to see this suit being shown in the water. They've got videos of their shantys but nothing on the suits.
Striker suits are pretty durable and if something were to happen they have good customer service. I don't think stores would have been selling out previous years if they weren't good suits..
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Striker suits are pretty durable and if something were to happen they have good customer service. I don't think stores would have been selling out previous years if they weren't good suits..
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Yeah they have good customer service.sent both my suits in a few times..im just saying for the price they charge the thread being used should be stronger.i only wear my suits during fall steelhead and icefishing.guys that have only had them a couple years,look them over for threads fraying and breaking.it will happen.jmo
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Strikers stitching sucks! Mine was coming apart in the first winter and when I emailed, no response. So I went to there booth at the ice show and talked to the owner and told him of the issues I was having. He looked at me and asked me if I know how to sew? Wouldn't do anything about it. Not sure where these reports of good customer service are coming from, really hard to imagine given my experience. I learned in my experience that they have cruddy over priced suits they won't stand behind. Good luck to those that pay the price tag.
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Maybe I don’t fish as much as y’all or something but my hard water suit I got from them is still going pretty strong. The only thing I can say is the hood zipper didn’t last the first year and now that it’s 7 yrs old it’s not so waterproof anymore. I’ve never spayed it with any thing and in the rain last year it was seeping. Called them was told to wipe clean and use sneaker waterproofing spay “ do not machine wash or dry” will continue doing business with them
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Those 7" replacement blades are running $17.99/ pr. out of Reeds this year so you get the gold star for Mr. Thrifty Shopper. Import tariffs? I'd probably be more worried about HT Enterprises than about Volzhanka who makes those Neros in Russia.
so they are still half the price of any other replacement blades out there. im calling bs on the twisted nero shaft as well. there is zero chance i could twist that shaft by hand, and im a 350 lb powerlifter. i love my nero, was using my drill with it but it cuts so damn fast i just do it by hand. 20 in of ice take about 25 sec to cut. i strop blades regularly though. i wouldnt worry much about ht either they are everywhere. just my opinion.
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I think Strikers customer service kinda blows. Yes, it is great as long as it’s still under warranty. Once the warranty is up, they can care less about you. I just sent an email asking if they’d replace the knee pads in my predator bibs. Two seasons old. They asked if I have the receipt and I said no, they are out of warranty but I will pay. And then they said they don’t do replacement knee pads.
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I love my Predator bibs, not any problems so far, they almost keep me to warm...
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Striker suits are pretty durable and if something were to happen they have good customer service. I don't think stores would have been selling out previous years if they weren't good suits..
I still stand by my orginal statement. I had a issue with my jacket, but still mostly usable, emailed them, sent over the receipt like requested and had a brand new jacket at my door that week. I may have even been outside of the warranty by a few months.. I'll support and recommend a brand as long as they continue to make good products and treat me right.
If you aren't willing to give them another chance look into strikemasters new suit, FXR, or norfin (top European brand for ice suits, just entered the US market, if they can hold up to the elements over there the US weather shouldn't be a problem).
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Jackal Deracoup tail spinner.
I expect nothing but a mess of line tangle but I'm still gonna try to see if fish will bite it. It's what tail spinners do when vertically jigged in an ice hole. The spinner line tangles.
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I see Marcum announced a new RT-9 2.0 today. Wonder if it will be a lot better than the original 1.0. Interesting, how you can upgrade the 1.0 one to 2.0 specs.
https://shop.marcumtech.com/product/rt-9-2-0/
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I love my Predator bibs, not any problems so far, they almost keep me to warm...
I had to sew one of the pockets on mine. It was coming off.
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Lakewood has a new giant foam ice rod case. Definitely will protect your investments, comes at a weight cost though. Saw one in person and they are heavy.
https://lakewoodproducts.com/product/ice-pole-caddie/ (https://lakewoodproducts.com/product/ice-pole-caddie/)
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Just found this, and pretty sure the insulated version of this shelter is new: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/shappell-fx150i-1-man-flip-over-ice-shelter?a=2209257
Personally, after all the issues I had with the FX100I last year, I don't ever plan on buying one of their products again, but technically this is a new product this year, so thought I would share...
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Just found this, and pretty sure the insulated version of this shelter is new: https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/shappell-fx150i-1-man-flip-over-ice-shelter?a=2209257
Personally, after all the issues I had with the FX100I last year, I don't ever plan on buying one of their products again, but technically this is a new product this year, so thought I would share...
I'm with you on that one. Fool me once..
Holy weight, 74lbs? I really hope that is the packaged weight..
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Ice Runner suit
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Oooh, I like the looks of that suit.
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Yep, me too. Going to check them out at the St. Paul Ice Show in Dec. and probably buy a set there.
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Kenders released their version of a hard body lure. Smallest one on the market they are saying. I like the treble hook, the eurotackle z vibes are nice but have wondered about swapping out the single hook. https://www.kendersoutdoors.com/collections/k-rip (https://www.kendersoutdoors.com/collections/k-rip)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYCdp5zm/Screenshot-20191102-112548-Gmail.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYCdp5zm)
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Kenders released their version of a hard body lure. Smallest one on the market they are saying. I like the treble hook, the eurotackle z vibes are nice but have wondered about swapping out the single hook. https://www.kendersoutdoors.com/collections/k-rip (https://www.kendersoutdoors.com/collections/k-rip)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYCdp5zm/Screenshot-20191102-112548-Gmail.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYCdp5zm)
Wow amazing...even smaller sizes than the Z-viber small one.
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Wow amazing...even smaller sizes than the Z-viber small one.
Right? Making two sizes smaller than the 1" z viber, that 1/2" is going to be so small. Could work good though.
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Dont have to munch info on it but HT has a composite auger offering
(https://i.postimg.cc/G48Dzg1J/Screenshot-20191105-191953-Facebook.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G48Dzg1J)
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Dont have to munch info on it but HT has a composite auger offering
(https://i.postimg.cc/G48Dzg1J/Screenshot-20191105-191953-Facebook.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G48Dzg1J)
interesting if price point is right and it has a pilot point.
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I supposed I will just add
Fenwick Techna Ice Rod ML 28" as it's new this year and I picked the model with the reel seat.
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HT "plate" entry
https://www.sportsmansguide.com/product/index/e-drill-nylon-hand-auger-kit?a=2214885
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That e-drill looks interesting! If anyone gets one please post a review!! Thanks in advance!! :thumbsup: :flex: :icefish:
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I picked up the new Northland Cherry Picker ice rod.
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Imma sucker buy more lures...
Kender's K-rip all three sizes to try.
opening up package very soon.
They are legit little rattling lures. Just need some water to test and maybe I will go back and get the glow one too. ;D
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I’ve got a new pair of alpaca wool fingerless gloves for the upcoming season. They were sold on eBay by the Alpaca Collection, out of Miami, Florida. Who would know more about winter gear than a Floridian?
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Imma sucker buy more lures...
Kender's K-rip all three sizes to try.
opening up package very soon.
They are legit little rattling lures. Just need some water to test and maybe I will go back and get the glow one too. ;D
I'll be buying some too, I'm a sucker for small baits like those. I heard rapala may be coming out with a smaller ultra light rippin rap too!
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Think I'd rather take my chances with some plywood and screws than this thing ???
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Anyone seen the new Northland Tackle Mini Predator Rigs in stock anywhere yet? I'm not having any luck.
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HT E-Drill
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Weekend Sportsmans YouTube channel has some new gear information from the ice institute show
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HT E-Drill
wish i could just get the auger part of that.dont need the drill adapter.im definitely Looking at a synthetic flight auger with pilot point but prices need to drop or i will keep using my $40 mora.
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Think I'd rather take my chances with some plywood and screws than this thing ???
Yeah, that looks like garbage to me but I really like the Icerunner suits shown above!
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Trying a new tip-up I came across, Forest City Trap. It will be odd one out on an experimental basis this year. Used a Indian Hill Trap for 2 seasons, but don’t see any promising activity for future purchases when needed. Using 40 Up Tip-ups purchased from JC Penny years ago when they had a sporting goods department for snow cover and Polars for when the surface is glass as my go to traps.
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Think I'd rather take my chances with some plywood and screws than this thing ???
Someone needs to tell this guy the 1970's called and want the shack design back........I've got two words for him....pop-up.
Looks like a pita.
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Imma sucker buy more lures...
Kender's K-rip all three sizes to try.
opening up package very soon.
They are legit little rattling lures. Just need some water to test and maybe I will go back and get the glow one too. ;D
Had my first go at them last weekend and they worked great! Surprising how quickly they drop being plastic and weighted with lead. Action was great, thinking they are gonna be a hot lure for me this season! Threw that single hook they come with away. Sorry Eurotackle, the single hook is garbage.
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Had my first go at them last weekend and they worked great! Surprising how quickly they drop being plastic and weighted with lead. Action was great, thinking they are gonna be a hot lure for me this season! Threw that single hook they come with away. Sorry Eurotackle, the single hook is garbage.
I bought some of them today too, they look great! I can't get over how small they are!
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Had my first go at them last weekend and they worked great! Surprising how quickly they drop being plastic and weighted with lead. Action was great, thinking they are gonna be a hot lure for me this season! Threw that single hook they come with away. Sorry Eurotackle, the single hook is garbage.
To replace it with a higher quality single
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Had my first go at them last weekend and they worked great! Surprising how quickly they drop being plastic and weighted with lead. Action was great, thinking they are gonna be a hot lure for me this season! Threw that single hook they come with away. Sorry Eurotackle, the single hook is garbage.
Oh awesome. I was slightly wary about the sink rate.
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Saw a video for okuma ice rods with interchangeable blanks today
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Saw a video for okuma ice rods with interchangeable blanks today
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Yes maybe even 10 years but he was claiming he used the new micro.
As it goes that sometimes manufactures will allow a few people chosen to test their product out before the final release date.
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As it goes that sometimes manufactures will allow a few people chosen to test their product out before the final release date.
I highly doubt they've been letting people test them for "a few years". Got a micro in the mail finally, thought it'd be smaller based off the other okuma tanks I have but it'll work
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I highly doubt they've been letting people test them for "a few years". Got a micro in the mail finally, thought it'd be smaller based off the other okuma tanks I have but it'll work
Not for a few years. They don't have time for that much field test.
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I have been wearing a new pair of Ice Monkey Yeti Ice Fishing Gloves for a week now (5-13 Nov).
These will be my ice fishing gloves for this season so I have been wearing them shoveling snow to break them in. Really nice.
Easy to get on and off. Waterproof, warm, and fit great. I have used them with the Ice Monkey insert-gloves as well.
I am going to say they are better than my Striker Defenders and my Clam Ice Armors. And cheaper than both. 75 for the Yeti Gloves and free inserts.
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I have decided to invest in a few 9AH batteries this year for the drill. Going electric. No more hand cranking.
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Saw a video for okuma ice rods with interchangeable blanks today
If anyone gets to hold this let me know, interested but wondering about the sensitivity and how well it stays in the handle
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So many rods with flat rod tip sections now.
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May be worth looking in to for that Jaw Jacker or Automatic Fisherman crowd..price is right
https://www.fleetfarm.com/detail/celsius-black-orange-ice-rod-holder-tip-up/0000000335974?bc=Celsius
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Looking over the Okuma Ice rods. The Cold Water Ice rods appear to be most similar to St Croix Mojo Ice rods even the line guides have similar size and spacing. The Inspira Ice rods appear to mimic 13 Fishing Tickle sticks with the flat tip.
What's a bit misleading is the picture that Okuma using to showcase the Cold Water ice rods. They show 4 line guides plus tip guide. However the actual rod itself is 3 line guides plus tip guide.
Makes me wonder if the rods did come from the same manufacturing plant.
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Vexilar Genz pack case
https://store.vexilar.com/hard-pack-for-genz-pack.html
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Strikemaster float suit
https://www.facebook.com/115087062995/posts/10157875447497996/
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Striker Preadator bibs..just scored at Frank's Great Outdoors...Call only..mention facebook ad
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Vexilar Genz pack case
https://store.vexilar.com/hard-pack-for-genz-pack.html
Never seen this, thanks. Debating an order as we speak.