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I prefer an 8" over a 6". I am a walleye guy so for me the 8" makes landing those waldos a little easier. I imagine the guys chasing those pike use at least an 8" too. I hate walking out on the ice where someone has drilled a bunch of 10" holes.....it's no fun stepping into one of those! Even worse if you bring your kid out there and there are 10" holes. Not very safe