Either way, if YOU (the fisher person) don't feel safe, don't drive!! I'll drive on with 12-14" of ice easily (with a 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton and 1 ton but that's my choice). BUT that's also after checking ice depths and knowing my comfort zone/weather in the area. The ice WILL crack regardless of how thick it is. Drove on 2'+ and it still cracks. Cracking is a good thing. It relieves pressure. THE KEY THING IS: know your ice and where you're driving. Not sure? Check it. Drive 10'. Check it again. Repeat.
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