MyFishFinder.com Just like iceshanty but warmer
I hope it wasn't one of my holes, I bought the auger sight unseen, and never thought a ten inch hole would be so big. I normally use a 6 inch auger, but my desire to get a power auger and the price was great. By next season I can see getting a smaller auger, or a different one. I drilled a lot of holes sunday and hated the size. was way over kill, and I do know what you mean the holes were covering fast with snow and not freezing well. You have not offended me at all, rather confirmed my embarrassment of leaving a hazard like that.
Taz, You called it early on the forth posting. It has always been said that experience is the best teacher and that surely applies here also. A little common sense should be used on both sides but from reading the posts here blaming the victim seems very foolish.Why can't the "sportsman" consider the unintended consequences of their actions and how it could effect others ? My eight grandchildren deserve a safe fishing experience, one trip in a hole and it can ruin a young persons desire to ever return.Many of us were taught over the years to be responsible for our own actions. Is putting a stick in the hole to protect others too much to ask the naysayers for ?
and Dave I don't see how a kid will fit threw a 10'' hole but I digressSnoHam13
Not trying to hijack your post ski but what is a good size hole for tip ups? For pike that is. I currently have a 5" blazer with the drill attachment and a Stanley 20v drill that works awesome. But do I need a 6 or 7 inch?
I don't care what size auger anyone uses. I think we have to many rules/laws (not just fishing) to begin with. Heck we have to much government period! But to put the blame on anyone is ridiculous. If you are worried about them wear snowshoes, if you're worried about your kid put snowshoes on them. Instead of complaining about others choices/preferences, just make it so you don't have to worry about it. I wore snowshoes tonight, not because I was worried about holes, but because they provide great grip and flotation in snow. They are easy to make if you don't want to spend money on them. I have a pair I made, and a pair I bought. I like them so much that I chose to pay good money for a great pair. My kid has a pair and has worn them since she could walk.
Well said Levi
10'' hole is a good way to lose a Vexilar! Not to mention a child... Common sense will end this debate quicker than ego.
<Rant onI fished the Midwest open tournament this weekend. A lot of holes were drilled by a lot of people. I went to one of my spots, and started drilling holes with my 5" auger. As I moved to my 3rd drilling location, I stepped into a 10" hole that had been covered by blowing snow. My Mickey Mouse got stuck about 4" down, in a very painful ankle bent postion. I could have broken my leg. If I would have had a smaller boot on, I would have been up to my crotch in water. Unless you are in SALT WATER, or spearing, you have no right to put others into harm's way! I don't care if you are sight fishing, or anything else. If you should have to drill one of these, PLANT A TREE! Indicate that it is there. It is also a HUGE danger to children on the ice. They could fall all the way through. Several teams had kids for members. Rant off>Sorry if I have offended anyone.Dave