Author Topic: New gear for the coming year... (Read 2940 times)

chfishon · « **on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:00 PM »

So what new gear did everyone get or is planning on getting for the up coming year???

diabetik11 · « **Reply #1 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:10 PM »

just got myself a fl22 ultra pack for $500 today they had them on clearance.

carbidemanfishing · « **Reply #2 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:15 PM »

I am looking to get my first shanty. I have been just fine wo a shanty but i have a son now and i want him along so getting a shanty might help him stay out on the ice a bit longer. Bass Pro is near but they are expencive.

da man cave shack · « **Reply #3 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:16 PM »

I got 5 Beaver Dams for $72 on ebay. Now I want to use them.

DLB · « **Reply #4 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:22 PM »

2 items that aren't "new" except they will be new as far as my gear goes......I bought a used Fish Trap Scout to replace the Clam Yukon that I don't need anymore since my two sons are grown and gone. Its a little short on room compared to the Yukon but its smaller and lighter and easier for one person to handle and I took the tip from my Dads 80 year old fly rod broken a few years ago (my brother held on to it for some reason), stripped the guides off it and put new ones back on along with a new handle. Its not much to look at but its something I can use from my Dads past. If anyones looking for one, the Yukon is for sale.

chfishon · « **Reply #5 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:23 PM »

Quote from: carbidemanfishing on Nov 02, 2012, 06:15 PM

I am looking to get my first shanty. I have been just fine wo a shanty but i have a son now and i want him along so getting a shanty might help him stay out on the ice a bit longer. Bass Pro is near but they are expencive.

I got a quick fish 3 last year and it fits my two boys and myself in it comfortable and it was pretty cheep and i think i seen them even cheaper on ebay..

bpiatt · « **Reply #6 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 06:36 PM »

I picked up a showdown Ice Troller for cheap on ebay that im looking forward to playing with. Also picked up some of the new fly reels with the 3:1 ratio that im dying to try out. Ice cant come soon enough.

strike1st · « **Reply #7 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 07:26 PM »

Shappell Widehouse 6500, another St. croix UL set up and some more Jammin jigs!

smeltbuster · « **Reply #8 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 07:52 PM »

Not new,but its new to me: A polaris 325 mag. quad.Been wantin one for years & found one in great condition,& cheap.Hopefully were gonna have enough ice to try it out on Gull this year .

Ice Sergeant · « **Reply #9 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 08:08 PM »

Picked up a Jason Mitchell Pro Thermal Clam. Lit it up with LEDS, with double size flasher battery (for longer life) still working on switches and other little things inside. Still need to work on rod storage, holders...ya know all the goods. Wife is getting a little upset, always gone in the woods, and when I am home.....yup workin on the shanty!!! THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR!!!!!

chfishon · « **Reply #10 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 08:13 PM »

Quote from: Ice Sergeant on Nov 02, 2012, 08:08 PM

Picked up a Jason Mitchell Pro Thermal Clam. Lit it up with LEDS, with double size flasher battery (for longer life) still working on switches and other little things inside. Still need to work on rod storage, holders...ya know all the goods. Wife is getting a little upset, always gone in the woods, and when I am home.....yup workin on the shanty!!! THE BEST TIME OF THE YEAR!!!!!

I am doing the same to my shanty, I got a rope led kit off line with a couple extra ropes so i am hoping it lights it up good...

Ice Sergeant · « **Reply #11 on:** Nov 02, 2012, 09:21 PM »

Quote from: chfishon on Nov 02, 2012, 08:13 PM

I am doing the same to my shanty, I got a rope led kit off line with a couple extra ropes so i am hoping it lights it up good...

I used car/fog leds that are on swivels and actually drilled holes in my poles, used gromets, and ran my wires through the poles...nice and clean look, no wires to catch rods/jigs, or anything else on! I can't wait to use it. Wife thinks I am crazy!!!

racechasin · « **Reply #12 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 06:09 AM »

just got a flasher , it is a marcum vx/1 pro it is new and got it for $50. I see they are $320 new at bass pro I have never used a flasher so could use some advice on one Also got me a sno machine for $300 that was owed me 1993 polarise xlt in great shape , plus wife geting me a new power auger for xmass no more drilling by hand.

carbidemanfishing · « **Reply #13 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 12:21 PM »

Grats man the auger and flasher are gona make a big difference for you.

BudMan · « **Reply #14 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 01:41 PM »

Wife came home with a big box all wrapped up with a bow on it for no reason at all. She got me a 8" nils.

bigyam627 · « **Reply #15 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 02:14 PM »

Quote from: BudMan on Nov 03, 2012, 01:41 PM

Wife came home with a big box all wrapped up with a bow on it for no reason at all. She got me a 8" nils.

Does your wife have a sister??? I need to find a women like that!!!

racechasin · « **Reply #16 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 03:51 PM »

once i learn how to use the flasher, i looked on youtube and kind of have a idea how it all works not much on the vx1pro

pikestalker · « **Reply #17 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 04:54 PM »

New Gear? How about ICE!

fishybill · « **Reply #18 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 05:22 PM »

picked up all the stuff I needed today

line, couple jigging raps, small treble hooks, and a few teardops that were on sale.

Toxic fisher · « **Reply #19 on:** Nov 03, 2012, 05:26 PM »

So far got a brickers custom rod a Thorne custom rod a shimano seinna for the Thorne rod a Kawasaki 300 4x4 and a Eskimo 51cc shark auger,and a ton of new jigs and a ice armor storm jacket. Now I want new boots....$$$

DaveSS1 · « **Reply #20 on:** Nov 04, 2012, 06:07 PM »

Pick up a custom 48" inch UL action and found one of those eagle claw straight line reels to put on it. Also picked up a pro max low profile casting reel for 25 dollars on clearance. Be perfect for jigging trout and pike.

icefishingashton · « **Reply #21 on:** Nov 04, 2012, 08:42 PM »

I GOT MY NEW SHANTY/SNOWMOBILE ALL READY FOR THE ICE ON THE SAGINAW BAY INFRONT OF THE HOUSE THIS YEAR!!..JUST INSTALLED NEW ROD HOLDERS ON THE CIELING ALONG WITH A HEATER FOR THOSE 9 MILE HIKES OUT!!...... GOOD LUCK OUT THERE FOLKS!!/.....

chfishon · « **Reply #22 on:** Nov 04, 2012, 08:58 PM »

Sweeeet!!!

carbidemanfishing · « **Reply #23 on:** Nov 05, 2012, 06:38 AM »

Good boots are probably the most important gear you need out on the ice. I waited till after xmas to buy mine 20 years ago for half price and am still wearing them today. I never had luck with the jigging rapalas but i know a lot of people do.

Ice Sergeant · « **Reply #24 on:** Nov 05, 2012, 07:15 PM »

Very nice looking set up icefishingashton!!!! That will be fun to play in!

fishybill · « **Reply #25 on:** Nov 05, 2012, 07:17 PM »

Quote from: carbidemanfishing on Nov 05, 2012, 06:38 AM

Good boots are probably the most important gear you need out on the ice. I waited till after xmas to buy mine 20 years ago for half price and am still wearing them today. I never had luck with the jigging rapalas but i know a lot of people do.

Mickey Mouse boots?

I agree, once your feet get cold, you're done.

FRESHBAIT · « **Reply #26 on:** Nov 05, 2012, 07:53 PM »

I'm looking at getting a new portable shanty, probably a Eskimo fatfish. And probably a new jet sled to drag all my gear out onto the ice.

carbidemanfishing · « **Reply #27 on:** Nov 05, 2012, 08:08 PM »

Mine are named Kamik i think they are Canadian made. My friend wears the Mickeys and he has not complained either.

Quote from: fishybill on Nov 05, 2012, 07:17 PM

Mickey Mouse boots?

I agree, once your feet get cold, you're done.

GillMaster · « **Reply #28 on:** Nov 08, 2012, 07:32 PM »

Got some new Fiscious jigs on the way, some new Swedish Pimples for my birthday not too long ago, and have to get some new tip-ups rigged and ready to go. Going to set up some for perch and pike, never tip-uped for perch but I'm thinking it could really help out with my perch-catching abilities. lol.

fisherjam · « **Reply #29 on:** Nov 14, 2012, 07:27 PM »

I just picked up a lighter sled to haul the gear out when the ice is to thin to pull out the big sled and a gopro.
I am ready for ice! Hopefully we get some good footage of fishing this year!

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Author Topic: New gear for the coming year... (Read 2940 times)

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