Author Topic: 2012-2013 Preperations... (Read 2516 times)

Relheok · « **on:** Jul 28, 2012, 05:47 AM »

Anyone start getting their stuff together? I am working on an ice sled. The shanty addition is next. Need to turn a 4X8 into a 6X8 on the 4X8 base, like the kind that slides into a pickup bed with built in seats sticking out...

dylan8351 · « **Reply #1 on:** Jul 28, 2012, 10:58 AM »

I never put it away! I use a lot of the terminal tackle throughout the summer and the fishing rods work great for tight spots on lakes and obviously brook fishing. Flashers have their place in the summer months too when you are attacking structure from above.

Relheok · « **Reply #2 on:** Jul 30, 2012, 06:48 AM »

I am thinking of doing the flasher thing but have never seen one used so I am skeptical to dump the cash into it.

surflizard · « **Reply #3 on:** Jul 30, 2012, 10:38 AM »

I put together an early season, shallow water, run and gun system.

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=224603.0

Lavman · « **Reply #4 on:** Jul 30, 2012, 10:45 AM »

I have an old wooden toybox that I pulled out a neighbors burn pile and intend to put some skis under it and morph it into a new fishing box for tip ups and all my gear. Have not done anything to it yet, just been ciphering and kicking around ideas.

Rebelss · « **Reply #5 on:** Jul 30, 2012, 10:52 AM »

Quote from: Lavman on Jul 30, 2012, 10:45 AM

I have an old wooden toybox that I pulled out a neighbors burn pile and intend to put some skis under it and morph it into a new fishing box for tip ups and all my gear. Have not done anything to it yet, just been ciphering and kicking around ideas.

Drill drainhole in bottom; line with plastic, fill with ice and beer.

Lavman · « **Reply #6 on:** Jul 30, 2012, 11:16 AM »

Quote from: Rebelss on Jul 30, 2012, 10:52 AM

Drill drainhole in bottom; line with plastic, fill with ice and beer.

Hey now! That idea has merit!!!

whipplebuck · « **Reply #7 on:** Aug 01, 2012, 02:30 PM »

i like the sound of that one too. then drag it to a pond sit on it on it and fish .

dylan8351 · « **Reply #8 on:** Aug 05, 2012, 08:47 AM »

Quote from: Relheok on Jul 30, 2012, 06:48 AM

I am thinking of doing the flasher thing but have never seen one used so I am skeptical to dump the cash into it.

You won't regret it! The only time I don't use it is when I am sight fishing.

Lord_of_the_Perch · « **Reply #9 on:** Aug 10, 2012, 04:45 PM »

Scored on a brand new Tanaka power head on eBay... $250.00. Gunna spend the rest of the summer deciding if I want to sell my Jiffy!

vtshantyman · « **Reply #10 on:** Aug 15, 2012, 10:15 PM »

Quote from: Relheok on Jul 30, 2012, 06:48 AM

I am thinking of doing the flasher thing but have never seen one used so I am skeptical to dump the cash into it.

Do it, it will change how you fish I mean I still like to hang out in the permanent and even use mine in there but it will blow your mind if you are hunting for fish and will always tell you just where everything is down there is

NorthWoods Harry · « **Reply #11 on:** Aug 15, 2012, 10:37 PM »

Please forgive me for the stupid question....whats a "flasher"

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ice--cube · « **Reply #12 on:** Aug 16, 2012, 12:26 AM »

Quote from: NorthWoods Harry on Aug 15, 2012, 10:37 PM

Please forgive me for the stupid question....whats a "flasher"?

Flasher = Fish Finder check out this link

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=74.0

NorthWoods Harry · « **Reply #13 on:** Aug 18, 2012, 03:39 PM »

Quote from: ice--cube on Aug 16, 2012, 12:26 AM

Flasher = Fish Finder check out this link

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?board=74.0

AHHHH...ok, thanks....

MikeVT · « **Reply #14 on:** Aug 22, 2012, 01:08 PM »

Quote from: Relheok on Jul 30, 2012, 06:48 AM

I am thinking of doing the flasher thing but have never seen one used so I am skeptical to dump the cash into it.

Get yourself a Marcum VX1 Pro. They go for around 250-300. I have the older VX-1 model and love it. Use it for lakers in 100-120 fow or perch in 1-15 fow.

Relheok · « **Reply #15 on:** Aug 29, 2012, 09:35 PM »

If I can get into it cheap then I probably will.

mudchuck · « **Reply #16 on:** Aug 30, 2012, 11:29 AM »

I'm working on attaching a very nice fiberglass box to a pair of skis.
Still deciding on if I should drill & tap, or use some kind of epoxy or something to bond the two together.
I wish I could afford a flasher and a power auger...will still be using the hand auger and backpack shanty this season.
Hope to get a heater for this season.

Relheok · « **Reply #17 on:** Oct 23, 2012, 08:57 AM »

Havn't bought a flasher yet but I sold my old shanty instead of converting it. I am now 75% done with converting a pop up camper to a shanty. I need to find some windows and insulate, then I am done!

pikeaddict · « **Reply #18 on:** Oct 23, 2012, 01:00 PM »

Haven't done anything yet, but have been thinking about it. Need to check over all my tipups, and fix what needs fix'n. Going to pick up some more lures for jigging northerns, along with another heavy action rod. Had a blast last year watching them slam lures on camera! Buy a new hand auger... Also need to build up one corner of my jet sled with the plastic welder, b/c she is getting a little thin. Probably should buy a runner kit for it...

NorthWoods Harry · « **Reply #19 on:** Oct 23, 2012, 02:47 PM »

I dragged out my homemade sled, went through my gear, got the snowmobile tuned up, changed the oil on the ATV, remodeled my wheelhouse (almost done!)...been busy! I tried posting pics here but it's a pain! I will post on Hardwater Hardcore on FB...

Relheok · « **Reply #20 on:** Nov 08, 2012, 02:15 PM »

Bought the insulation and looooowan for the inside. Can't wait to finish her up tonight and put her out of the garage until it's time.

Relheok · « **Reply #21 on:** Nov 14, 2012, 05:28 PM »

Not sure I will be fishing magog much, I have piss poor luck there.

quackshack · « **Reply #22 on:** Nov 15, 2012, 03:12 PM »

Starting to make new posts for my old tip-ups! Three done so far!

slopoker · « **Reply #23 on:** Nov 15, 2012, 05:23 PM »

I am all set and ready to rock! I am still looking for a single man pullover portable though. ive been to late on a couple deals. craigslist is a fulltime job hehe

Relheok · « **Reply #24 on:** Nov 17, 2012, 06:46 AM »

Craigslist is hit or miss for sure. I have bought and sold a lot on it though, just have to wade through the BS

motorfisher · « **Reply #25 on:** Nov 17, 2012, 05:48 PM »

Slopoker, hit the Dockside link that is attached to the link that opens this forum. There's a link there to there forum. There's a few one mans listed there !

slopoker · « **Reply #26 on:** Nov 18, 2012, 07:27 AM »

thanks moto will do!

Relheok · « **Reply #27 on:** Nov 21, 2012, 08:28 PM »

Shanty is DONE. Will post pics on her soon. Now just need some ice and to get my tip ups ready.

Oh yeah, I need to order a Flasher without Momma' knowing

Team Robinson · « **Reply #28 on:** Nov 21, 2012, 08:43 PM »

Painted my traps today. Having moved 4 times in two years, I have had to change my information on my traps to the point of where they looked like they had been graffiti'd

Decided to do them Yellow with black flags and they came out pretty nice.

Changed all my hooks and went to walmart to pick up a few pieces of terminal tackle for the box. Charging my underwater camera battery as I write. Got many things done today in preparation for the season

Relheok · « **Reply #29 on:** Nov 29, 2012, 07:09 AM »

Time to re-do all my leaders this weekend. I think the ice will be early this year!!!!

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Author Topic: 2012-2013 Preperations... (Read 2516 times)

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