Author Topic: The best place to buy Ice Fishing equipment (Read 2732 times)

East Shore · « **on:** Mar 25, 2014, 09:15 AM »

What's your favorite place??

Chris338378 · « **Reply #1 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 09:30 AM »

I like to hit my local Mom and Pop shop since I can look at the stuff first hand. I will order off the internet but I like to support the little guy and touch and feel what I'm going to get. As for online sales I like FishUSA.com and Cabela's.

V Menzone · « **Reply #2 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 09:40 AM »

Craigs list!! Best place to get some steals.

spanky1 · « **Reply #3 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 01:20 PM »

Without a doubt our sponsor...Ct Outfitters! A local shop that kicks the big box stores in the butt!

weneric · « **Reply #4 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 04:46 PM »

craigs list i got a jiffy 8 inch gas auger, 6 tip ups, and a shanty, all for $75.00

mungo544 · « **Reply #5 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 05:58 PM »

Quote from: spanky1 on Mar 25, 2014, 01:20 PM

Without a doubt our sponsor...Ct Outfitters! A local shop that kicks the big box stores in the butt!

I second that. Great prices and selection of bait and equipment, also friendly, knowledgeable staff.

jss111678 · « **Reply #6 on:** Mar 25, 2014, 06:02 PM »

I also go to CTO a lot but I hit dicks and cabelas when I see sales or something I need quick dicks is about 10 minute from me.

skeet190 · « **Reply #7 on:** Mar 26, 2014, 08:28 AM »

I will get my gear from local places CTO or Cabelas (if u consider them local) or the internet... I like to be able to see, feel, and hold most things before buying them (ie: jigging rods and new baits and colors) I use CTO and cabelas for those items and to look around... I will order alot of stuff from the internet ( fishusa, cabelas, thornebros, reeds, marine general, etc etc.) I find that the internet will give you the best selection of baits, sizes, and colors... I do like to support our local shops also but when it comes to ice fishing CTO is the best local shop... Local shops/stores cant have "everything" in stock or on its shelves such as all colors and sizes of baits... I jig 99% of the time (i dont even own tip ups) but i will always have spikes or waxies to tip my baits... I will also sometimes set up a deadstick rod with live bait.... getting to my point... CTO is the best place to get bait par none!!!

lure loon · « **Reply #8 on:** Oct 08, 2014, 05:29 PM »

All of the above . BUY AMERICAN , If possible .

BIGCREW · « **Reply #9 on:** Oct 08, 2014, 06:07 PM »

I try to buy local usa made products which can be tough anymore more and more companies are manufacturing out of the US but to be honest most of my stuff came from yard sales and flea markets at some real good prices to you never know what you might come across

metalfish · « **Reply #10 on:** Oct 08, 2014, 09:23 PM »

I am a jigger and CTO hands down has a great selection of jigs! Cabelas and online if CTO doesnt have what I am lookin for.

deerhunterkyle · « **Reply #11 on:** Oct 10, 2014, 01:30 PM »

my favorite bait place is by far CTO for bait and quality gear. Anything disposable I order in bulk off the web wherever I can find good deals.

muskiewrangler · « **Reply #12 on:** Oct 10, 2014, 02:53 PM »

Don't do Dick's... I literally tried to see if any of their rod&reel combos would switch their reel handles from lefty to righty and each handle easily broke off with little to nothing holding it down.

Curley · « **Reply #13 on:** Oct 14, 2014, 09:13 AM »

Yet again my first stop is Gary and the gang at CTO. His prices are close to spot on what Cabelas are. The Customer support is next to none.

BWB-ice · « **Reply #14 on:** Oct 24, 2014, 08:55 PM »

I shop around for deals when it comes to gear....but when it come to bait...I will ONLY go to CTO...period!!!

guy · « **Reply #15 on:** Oct 24, 2014, 09:24 PM »

i shop at cabelas and have their credit card , so i earn free gear with each purchase . return policy is awesome and store is half hour drive

Pat Sullivan94 · « **Reply #16 on:** Oct 26, 2014, 09:18 PM »

Come in to CTO when we get our ice stuff out, if you dont see what you want we are happy to order it for you. Not knocking any big name shops, but all of us who work at CTO actually get out and fish so we are able to help you with any selection of jigs, rods, tip-ups, bait, gear, etc.

PerchFace · « **Reply #17 on:** Nov 02, 2014, 06:02 AM »

if you are ice crazy, CTO is a mecca worth the pilgrimage. im surprised no one said ebay. you can find pretty good lots of used gear reasonably priced........most times

52isntbigenough · « **Reply #18 on:** Nov 03, 2014, 03:37 PM »

I get all my stuff from Gander Mtn, I work there, so the discounts are priceless.

gboutdoors · « **Reply #19 on:** Nov 15, 2014, 06:53 AM »

Thanks fro all the kind words everybody! It's interesting always being in the shadow of a huge big box and the allure of online sales! SO we are always trying something new.....New for this ice season is the CTO REWARDS program which we think helps you all get just a little more mileage out of a buck! The program is free and easy. You earn points with every purchase, no exclusions. Points add up. You get "Cash Back Credit Rewards" (5$ for $50 spent, = 10%) to use on your next visit. Oh did I mention its free, and come with an APP for your phone so you can see what you've earned...ask about YOUR REWARDS on your next visit! Thanks-gb

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Author Topic: The best place to buy Ice Fishing equipment (Read 2732 times)