It’s ice fishing season and there are a few things you need to succeed, stay safe, and stay warm. Here are a few suggestions.
Marcum M1 Flasher
Being able to see what’s happening under the ice is imperative to your success. With Marcum’s M1 you can see the depth you are in, your lure, and any fish swimming below. This unit is dependable and will give you sun-up to sun-down runtime. Contained in a softshell pack, it is durable, compact, and lightweight, perfect for anglers who walk out onto the ice. Plus, Marcum is a Minnesota company with top notch customer service.
Heat Hog Heater
Staying warm and comfortable on the ice helps you stay out longer. An angler needs a heater that is dependable, you can find that with Heat Hog 9000 BTU. One of my favorite features of the Heat Hog is that it tilts, meaning you can direct that heat upward, and not melt the ice in front of the unit. You can run the heater off of a 1-pound propane tank or connect it to a larger external tank for all day use. The 9000 BTU heater is here to make your day on the ice that much more enjoyable.
Ion Alpha Plus Lithium Battery Powered Auger
The days of gas-powered augers and all the trouble that goes along with them are behind us. Electric augers are here to stay, and they make life a lot easier. Put them away in the Spring, pick them up in the Fall and they work. Period. No maintenance required. It’s less than 16 pounds, and with the press of a button, you can drill through 2000 inches of ice on a single battery charge.
Float Suit for Safety
Safety on the ice is always number one. Having flotation assist on you at all times keeps you safe should you find yourself in the water. Along with flotation, these suits keep you warm and comfortable all day long. My favorite is the Eskimo Superior Suit featuring their Uplyft flotation assist technology. This suit is comfortable, somewhat sleek, and it has padded knees which come in handy for those anglers who like to fish outside.
St. Croix Skandic Series Ice Rods
The Skandic series from St Croix is a great all-around ice rod for any style of fishing. These rods are durable, lightweight, and dependable. From panfish to Walleye and more, there is a Skandic ice rod for any occasion. Our favorite for Walleye is the 32-inch Medium, and for Panfish, the 24-inch Ultra Light. There rods feature a 5-year warranty backed by the folks at St. Croix rods in Park Falls Wisconsin.
About the Author
Grant Sorensen is the founder of Superior Angling Company out of Duluth, Minnesota. He and his staff were born to fish, love to guide, and capture all of it on tape to share with their audiences, on TV and online. They like to fish new waters, take chances, and venture into the unknown, documenting their journey along the way.
