Author Topic: Automatic Fisherman (Read 4785 times)

sfirkbass · « **on:** Jan 28, 2015, 06:35 PM »

Hey guys was wondering if anyone on here as given it a try? If you haven't I highly suggest it. They will replace all of your tip ups/tip downs. I just picked a few up and man I have to say they are incredible. They take away that lost fish feeling because they set the hook themselves. They are super easy to set up as well. They also don't freeze like the jaw jacker. Every package comes with a rod, reel and everything else you need to get started. They also have a completely ice off supplement that comes with every package. Nothing better than a lifetime warranty either. Any questions you have feel free to ask. You can pick them up online at automaticfisherman.com

HybridHunter · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 06:41 PM »

They are nice on days it's not windy and holes don't freeze to fast.

fishy1 · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 06:54 PM »

are they considered a tip up or a rod and reel? you said the pros but what are the cons to them. such as wind and cold temperatures.

greensider · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 07:00 PM »

the combo does not come with it all the time cabelas has the unit bit combo is sold seperatly

sfirkbass · « **Reply #4 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 07:11 PM »

To cope with the wind there are a few simple things you can do. For instance, a thin piece of plastic can be used as a barrier that is attached to the base of the actual unit. Or a simpler way is just lower the float on the rod so its covered by the base of the unit. And for the cons, I personally haven't found anything. If you do feel free to contact the owner he is a great guy and will accept any criticism. They had the first unit made about 14 years ago and have been perfecting it since. As far as the combo goes if you purchase off the website you'll get everything. Cabelas and other stores like to sell separately to make more money.

sfirkbass · « **Reply #5 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 07:13 PM »

and they are their own kind of animal kinda both at the same time

HybridHunter · « **Reply #6 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 07:56 PM »

Quote from: fishy1 on Jan 28, 2015, 06:54 PM

are they considered a tip up or a rod and reel? you said the pros but what are the cons to them. such as wind and cold temperatures.

Yes they are a tipup. It has a signalling device.

trapper2000 · « **Reply #7 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 08:29 PM »

what are they?

you want to set the hook automaticly either use a circle hook or use a rat trap on it

sfirkbass · « **Reply #8 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 09:38 PM »

There is no signal device on them at all actually. The only thing that can be considered a signal device is a clunk from the lever being pulled down or the rod being released. You have to see it to really get a better understanding of it. The website has videos and different info on them go check them out.

sfirkbass · « **Reply #9 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 09:42 PM »

I like your innovativeness trapper

they can be used for virtually any type of fishing and in any depth.

walnuts4x4 · « **Reply #10 on:** Jan 28, 2015, 11:41 PM »

DEC says they are a tip up... which I knew but make sure you label them just like a tip up... he told me to get that fixed asap but didn't ticket me...

Reel_Force · « **Reply #11 on:** Jan 29, 2015, 12:30 AM »

Your gonna have to ask my daughter for a review ...

sfirkbass · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 29, 2015, 03:46 PM »

Awesome reel force that's what it's all about right there!!! Point proven a great asset to any fisherman and a great for kids to get into ice fishing!

HybridHunter · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 29, 2015, 05:37 PM »

Quote from: sfirkbass on Jan 28, 2015, 09:38 PM

There is no signal device on them at all actually. The only thing that can be considered a signal device is a clunk from the lever being pulled down or the rod being released. You have to see it to really get a better understanding of it. The website has videos and different info on them go check them out.

I own one. So I see it daily. The verticle part of it falls when the rod fires, hense being a signalling device. Also, the rod tip flying up when a fish hits isn't a signal? But what do I know? Let me know how it works out for ya

trapper2000 · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 29, 2015, 06:11 PM »

sfirkbass that's a slammer aka jaw jacker ....theres even a threat on here how to makeyour own ....

reel force great pictures thanks for sharing

sfirkbass · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 29, 2015, 09:03 PM »

I don't fish tip ups I typically jig but a signaling device would be a flag in my book. But the sound would def be one to I didn't think about it like that. And trapper these were invented a long time before jaw jacker and they also don't freeze that's a huge plus because your set up won't be stuck on the ice like the jaw jacker.

ratherbfishing · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 10:26 AM »

I have been debating on one of these or some tip downs for crappie fishing. I have seen a lot of success with tip downs.

HybridHunter · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 12:10 PM »

I'm not referring to the sound. I'm speaking of the device mechanically holding the rod tip down. When the fish hits, the AF releases the rod tip. It is no longer bent over. It is straight. Hense being a signaling device. The law is clearly written. Idk why people have such a hard time understanding.

PerchFace · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 12:20 PM »

these do look like a solid product. probably going to replace my tipups.

great pic reel force

browntroutslayer · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 12:59 PM »

DEC officer in Niagara county told me as long as the fishing rod does not have a flag on it, its considered a fancy rodholder and fallsinto the 3 hand rod category, but in April 2015 this controversy will be resolved as the new law will be 7 LINES per license holder no matter tip up or hand rod

Yankee Troller · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 01:11 PM »

Quote from: browntroutslayer on Jan 30, 2015, 12:59 PM

DEC officer in Niagara county told me as long as the fishing rod does not have a flag on it, its considered a fancy rodholder and fallsinto the 3 hand rod category, but in April 2015 this controversy will be resolved as the new law will be 7 LINES per license holder no matter tip up or hand rod

Exactly! IF you add a flag to it currently then it counts as your "tip-up" and you can run 5. Otherwise, they are rod and reels and you're allowed 3. If you wanted to you could run 8 the way the law is written right now.

In April the regs change and we can have 7 lines in any combo.

HybridHunter · « **Reply #21 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 03:41 PM »

Quote from: browntroutslayer on Jan 30, 2015, 12:59 PM

DEC officer in Niagara county told me as long as the fishing rod does not have a flag on it, its considered a fancy rodholder and fallsinto the 3 hand rod category, but in April 2015 this controversy will be resolved as the new law will be 7 LINES per license holder no matter tip up or hand rod

Sounds like there is much confusion with enforcement as there is with us fisherman. I was told total opposite from two different rangers. Since they are the only ones I'll deal with in my area, I'll comply with them. As you stated, it will be much less confusing for most once the new law takes place.

Reel_Force · « **Reply #22 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 04:02 PM »

From NYSDEC Regulations...

Tip-up
means any device used for fishing through the ice that has
a signaling device attached, except a bobber or other floating object
on the water, that will visually or audibly signal a strike.

So the Automatic fisherman actually has two signaling devices on it. 1- the audible "clack" of the release falling away. 2- visual - the rod release (and the rod just won't stay straight it will "bounce'' up and down from the fish fighting the drag).

trapper2000 · « **Reply #23 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 04:55 PM »

Quote from: browntroutslayer on Jan 30, 2015, 12:59 PM

DEC officer in Niagara county told me as long as the fishing rod does not have a flag on it, its considered a fancy rodholder and fallsinto the 3 hand rod category, but in April 2015 this controversy will be resolved as the new law will be 7 LINES per license holder no matter tip up or hand rod

I think your full of crap! and handing out advice that will get someone a ticket ...it's a tip up period ..... you do not need a flag on any thing to be a tip up rattle reel is a tip up a tip down is a tip up a tip up without a flag is a tip up ......

I ADVISE EVERYONE THAT DOES NOT "KNOW" TO CALL THIER REGIONAL OFFICE AND NOT TAKE LEGAL ADVISE FROM PEOPLE ON THE INTERNET ....

BROWNTROUT you can tell us the DEC officers name right here that gave you this advise and i'll call him right up !

rgfixit · « **Reply #24 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 05:14 PM »

Now hold on a minute.....I'm not sure how you really feel about this Trap

Can't believe we're going over this for the 67th time this season already. This whole thing sounds like an ad to me anyway. These things have been around for years. I bought a half dozen reels from the guy at the Syracuse show way back when we had an IS booth set up.

But there's good news for everyone.
NYS is passing legislation to outlaw the declawing of cats as cruel and inhumane.

Makes about as much sense as this topic

Rg

trapper2000 · « **Reply #25 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 05:25 PM »

was going to say something about cats being declawed in back rooms but it was to much ....

rgfixit · « **Reply #26 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 05:36 PM »

Love it when you get all wound up

Rg

sfirkbass · « **Reply #27 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 09:58 PM »

who cares about who is right or wrong. Regardless of the issue they are a great asset to anyone's arsenal, and this is not an ad i'm just trying to help other guys out...

bushyjr · « **Reply #28 on:** Jan 30, 2015, 10:05 PM »

The kit includes red tape to put on the rod as a flag just saying

richanddeesherman · « **Reply #29 on:** Jan 31, 2015, 12:24 AM »

Nice very cool thanks for info well have to check them out

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Author Topic: Automatic Fisherman (Read 4785 times)