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02-06-2012, 08:51 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Edmonton
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What do you wear Ice Fishing?
As the title states, What do you wear.
I wear Arctic Sport Muck boots so my feet stay warm and dry. Can drill lots of holes and not have to worry about water coming out of the holes.
I just picked up a new Frabill IceSuit From The Fishin Hole and tested it out this weekend. Absolutely love it. The bib pants are the bomb. Full leg zippers, a couple pockets and even fleece lined pockets up top to keep bare hands warm. The front zipper opens from the top or bottom so a quick potty break is easy for the boys. Padded knees and waterproof.
The jacket is just as great. Same fleece pockets and more zipper and velcro pockets that I need. Even has a spot for an Ipod. Theres a hood on it but it doesn't zip off. Not too heavy for a 3/4 length jacket.
No more cold back while bending down to land a fish. Overall its a great suit and I recommend it to all. I tought skiing for many years and had some really great uniforms and this ranks right up there. Well worth the $399.99
Get into The Fishin Hole to get yours while they still have stock. Here's a link to the suit, http://frabill.com/clothing/frabill-...icesuit-5.html
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02-06-2012, 09:33 AM
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Gone Fishing
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Does it also float? and what does it weigh? I have a all-in-one insulated coveralls but would like to switch to something lighter.
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02-06-2012, 10:05 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Lethbridge, Alberta
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I just tried out my new strikemaster ice suit yesterday and love it. I also wear a muck type boot but they aren't muck brand. They are insulated and keep my feet dry and warm. I picked up the strikemaster suit for under $200 on their website when they were having a sale.
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02-06-2012, 10:26 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Copperhead Road, Morinville
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With all of this nice weather that we've been having I've been wearing blue jeans, a lumberjack jacket and a pair of hunting boots.....lol. I plan on going out this afternoon for a bit and even though the sun is shining, it's a bit cooler than what we've been seeing. I think that I'll finally break out the winter coveralls and muckluks and see if those chemical hand/foot warmers from last year are still good.
To be honest, I do allot of different activities during the winter (ice fish, skidoo, hunt, camp) and I wear cold weather clothing that I can use for all activities. Although I do have some white camo specifically for yote hunting, it'd get a little expensive if I started buying activity specific stuff. As long as it keeps me warm it's all good.
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02-06-2012, 10:39 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Vulcan County
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helly hanson 2 pc. suit.
love it!
can sit out at minus-20 & be fine.
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02-06-2012, 11:13 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Edmonton
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Integrated 2 piece float suite
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02-06-2012, 01:20 PM
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Stony Plain
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Originally Posted by ORV
helly hanson 2 pc. suit.
love it!
can sit out at minus-20 & be fine.
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X2 I have the helly hansens 2 pc parka and bib coveralls!!! I enjoy that more than the 1 pc suit as if it gets warm you can take off the parka and just wear the coveralls.
Of course its all about the base layers ......this is my prefference
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02-08-2012, 07:31 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: EXSHAW
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Orv's Outfit
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Originally Posted by ORV
helly hanson 2 pc. suit.
love it!
can sit out at minus-20 & be fine.
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I imagine all the antifreeze in your system helps also.
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02-06-2012, 10:10 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Grande Prairie
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I use the same strategy and clothes for all my back-country pursuits year round. I layer with technical clothing and just adjust the number of layers based on temperature and weather.
Underwear: Merino wool! undershirt, longjohns, sock liners, and neck tube. The icebreaker brand is amazingly good but pricey.
Thermal layer: Fleece pants, fleece jacket, thick wool socks, fleece gloves, toque.
If it's really warm I eliminate some or all of this layer. If it's super cold I'll double up on this layer with one thin fleece, and one thick.
Outer layer: Goretex pants, jacket, and mittens. Sorel boots or Merrell hiking boots depending on application.
My MEC goretex shell jacket and pants I got in '99 are the BEST. Not a single rip or tear and they are still 100% waterproof. However, I take good care of them and re-treat them with water repellent every year.
I like this method, because I can use it for everything year-round and don't have any redundancy. It breathes extremely well too so I don't get sweaty when I'm working and chilled when I rest. I'm never going back to sport-specific clothing.
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02-11-2012, 07:31 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Edmonton
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rumtan
Does it also float? and what does it weigh? I have a all-in-one insulated coveralls but would like to switch to something lighter.
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It's not a flotation suit. Not sure on the weight but would say its what a normal jacket and ski pants would be. If you want to take a look at it before you buy give me a shout and you can come over.
I did a little research and you can buy them on Ebay for less once you know your size.
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02-06-2012, 04:41 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
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Originally Posted by Willowtrail
As the title states, What do you wear.
I wear Arctic Sport Muck boots so my feet stay warm and dry. Can drill lots of holes and not have to worry about water coming out of the holes.
I just picked up a new Frabill IceSuit From The Fishin Hole and tested it out this weekend. Absolutely love it. The bib pants are the bomb. Full leg zippers, a couple pockets and even fleece lined pockets up top to keep bare hands warm. The front zipper opens from the top or bottom so a quick potty break is easy for the boys. Padded knees and waterproof.
The jacket is just as great. Same fleece pockets and more zipper and velcro pockets that I need. Even has a spot for an Ipod. Theres a hood on it but it doesn't zip off. Not too heavy for a 3/4 length jacket.
No more cold back while bending down to land a fish. Overall its a great suit and I recommend it to all. I tought skiing for many years and had some really great uniforms and this ranks right up there. Well worth the $399.99
Get into The Fishin Hole to get yours while they still have stock. Here's a link to the suit, http://frabill.com/clothing/frabill-...icesuit-5.html
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I think men, typically over-dress. I think that women have a more sensible approach to appropriate garb for ice fishing..............below
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02-06-2012, 04:48 PM
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Edmonton
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Originally Posted by gilbertslake
I think men, typically over-dress. I think that women have a more sensible approach to appropriate garb for ice fishing..............below
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Right On................................................ ........
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02-06-2012, 05:30 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
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heres my set up.
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02-06-2012, 05:39 PM
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Join Date: May 2007
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2011 Nissan Titan with the temp set at a comfortable 22C.
Dodger.
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02-06-2012, 10:02 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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Originally Posted by biggamehunter
heres my set up.
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Your shore line looks familiar...like right where I fishes :-p
Here is my fashion statement from last weekend...A 15 Lb pike is a nice accesory!
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02-07-2012, 02:33 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Copperhead Road, Morinville
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Originally Posted by Rob S
Here is my fashion statement from last weekend...
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I think that you and I shop in the same stores......lol!
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02-08-2012, 12:00 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2009
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rob S
Your shore line looks familiar...like right where I fishes :-p
Here is my fashion statement from last weekend...A 15 Lb pike is a nice accesory!
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Yup thats my grampas house in the backround there so i can go out whenever i want. Ive found a way to catch whites like crazy!
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02-07-2012, 05:55 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Edmonton
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gilbertslake
I think men, typically over-dress. I think that women have a more sensible approach to appropriate garb for ice fishing..............below
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Anyone notice what brand those ice augers were????
Did'nt think so.
Winter work snow suit, winter work snow boots, hoddie and long johns underneith. All rated for -45 or less. All that gets cold on me sitting for 3 hrs at - 15 is my hands from putting bait on the hook. If I start walking I start to sweat. Allmost too hot to walk behind the snowblower in low gear.
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02-07-2012, 10:43 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Millet
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Kim473
Anyone notice what brand those ice augers were?
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pretty sure those are Strikemaster.
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Q: So why are we leaving at 4 AM to go fishing...?
A: Because the fish are awake. Get in the car.
"Dry Hooks Don't Catch Fish"
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02-07-2012, 10:40 AM
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My Yukon hunting garb, and some Sorel -100 booties. Havnt been cold yet. Plus, I look like a tree. Fools all the whitetails out on the lake...
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Q: So why are we leaving at 4 AM to go fishing...?
A: Because the fish are awake. Get in the car.
"Dry Hooks Don't Catch Fish"
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02-07-2012, 10:12 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Sherwood Park
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yike
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Originally Posted by Willowtrail
As the title states, What do you wear.
I wear Arctic Sport Muck boots so my feet stay warm and dry. Can drill lots of holes and not have to worry about water coming out of the holes.
I just picked up a new Frabill IceSuit From The Fishin Hole and tested it out this weekend. Absolutely love it. The bib pants are the bomb. Full leg zippers, a couple pockets and even fleece lined pockets up top to keep bare hands warm. The front zipper opens from the top or bottom so a quick potty break is easy for the boys. Padded knees and waterproof.
The jacket is just as great. Same fleece pockets and more zipper and velcro pockets that I need. Even has a spot for an Ipod. Theres a hood on it but it doesn't zip off. Not too heavy for a 3/4 length jacket.
No more cold back while bending down to land a fish. Overall its a great suit and I recommend it to all. I tought skiing for many years and had some really great uniforms and this ranks right up there. Well worth the $399.99
Get into The Fishin Hole to get yours while they still have stock. Here's a link to the suit, http://frabill.com/clothing/frabill-...icesuit-5.html
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I am all for the thong. Little too none. People, really people on a budget unlike yourself go for multi-layers of thongs. Keep the boys tight, all is good.
Nice
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