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Old 09-20-2010, 02:51 PM
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What about how close is to close to drill holes together. Like if i drill three holes a foot apart in 5inches of ice am i weakening it to much?

Thanks.
Yes, think of perforated paper. Whereabouts is the Lake (i.e, Prairies, Foothills, Pond, etc...)?

The two posts above are great info for learning ice type, also learn the lake/reservoir characteristics,,, a windswept lake tends to have the blacker/thicker/consistent ice,, whereas a mountain lake can vary considerably. We no longer drive on the ice but if you do, open your doors past the click (enough to kick open) and drive slow (you can actually force a small wave below the surface towards a weaker spot).

Be Safe, Have Fun, post pics of your catch.

Oh, if your ice is 5 inches, look for puddling, that's the slushy looking ice which is really open water, don't go exploring too much.
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