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Very sad article. Very heartwrenching. My heart goes out to the family and friends. We all need to remember that there is no such thing as "safe ice" no matter how thick it is. I've always said that the best piece of ice fishing equipment I own is my hypothermia float suit. I believe that all avid ice fisherman should own one.
Bladebait,interesting about the hypothermia suit.Can you tell us any more about them?Thanks
They are a coverall type suit with insulation that floats.(something like a snowmobile suit) Their purpose is to keep you afloat and provide hypothermia protection in frigid waters should you fall through the ice. Like having a life jacket on. They are super warm and need very little worn underneath the suit.(I just wear my jeans and sweatshirt) I have a wife and two young sons and everytime I hear of a tragedy like this I can't help but get sick about it. For all of those who love to ice fish or fish from a boat in cold water I urge you to check out one of these suits! I will be willing to bet you will love it! You owe it to yourself and your family!Check Ebay under "survival suit". You can get one anywhere from $75 - $175 as a rule which is a great deal. I would recommend the Stearns I-580 Worksuit or the Mustang Survival #2175. All of my ice fishing buddies own one and absolutely love it!