Gifts For Ice Fishermen
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Looking for something for the ice fisherman in your life? Check out these top gifts for ice fishermen in your price range!
$0-$100 Price Range
At a time of year when minnows can be hard to come by, these make a great alternative, adding scent and a bright flash of color to catch a fish’s eye.
Mr. Crappie MC6HV Mega Spool Line, 6-Pound, 1500-Yard, Hi-Viz
Those who ice fishing know how light the bit can be. Often it is nearly undetectable on the rod. This is where high-vis line comes in handy. The slightest twitch in this line is easy to see, allowing you to detect bites that would previously have gone unnoticed.
Piscifun ICX II Ice Fishing Reel
A great buy for the money, this ice fishing reel will pair well with the rod below and is a great all-around options for fisherman who like to catch a variety of fish species.
Ice awls are a critical piece of safety equipment for ice fisherman, allowing one to pull one’s self out of the water in the event of a break-though. Simply throw them around the neck before walking out onto the ice to help ensure you can get out should an emergency arise.
Those who have tried, know that walking on smooth or wet ice can be nearly impossible. These cleats are a best seller on Amazon and come at a great price.
Tip-ups are a great way to increase your ice coverage and thus, your catch. This basic pair of foldable tip-ups are great for larger gamefish, such as walleye or pike. They setup in seconds and fold up for convenient storage.
This is a standard for serious ice fisherman. This heater takes portable propane bottles and provides hours of heat from a single bottle. Pair with an insulated shanty, take off your coat and enjoy ice fishing like never before!
Engel ENGLBC7-N 7.5qt Live Bait Cooler with 2nd Generation 2X2 Portable Aerator Pump
This item is a godsend for those who frequently use live minnows. This cooler comes with its own air pump to keep your minnows alive all day without worry. The pump can be operated with batteries. This 7.5 qt model is perfect for ice fishing!
St. Croix Rods Legend Black Ice Fishing Rod
This 24″ light action rod is the perfect choice for panfish. This rod, made by St. Croix, comes with it’s own built-in strike indicator. St. Croix is a legend in the rod-building industry so you can purchase with confidence.
Strikemaster Ice Fishing Mora Hand Auger
Price at Listing: $86.57
This manual ice auger is a great economical choice for those weekend ice anglers who only drill a few holes each time out and typically fish on ice that is less than 1′ in thickness.
$100-$500 Price Range
StrikeMaster Lite-Flite Lazer Drill Unit 6″
A great choice with a modern cordless drill with a 1/2″ chuck. These augers take the manual labor and gas fumes out of drilling holes. This lightweight item also removes unnecessary weight of a gas auger from your sled, making it easier to pull your equipment on the ice. A true win-win for any ice fisherman! (Drill is not included)
Eskimo Quickfish 3 Pop-Up Portable Hub-Style Ice Fishing Shelter
Fishing shanties make a huge difference when it comes to comfort on the ice. It doesn’t take much wind in the winter to make being outside very uncomfortable. These affordable floorless insulated shanties by Eskimo provide enough space for 3 to enjoy a comfortable day on the ice and they setup in only 60 seconds!
There is no single item that improves the success of ice fisherman more so than a flasher unit which allow you to see both the fish and your bait in real time. Marcum is one of the leading brands of flasher units and is a favorite of those in the great lakes region.
Vexilar GP1812 FL18 Genz Pack 12Deg Ice-Ducer Combo
Vexilar is a leading brand of sonar flashers. There is no single item that improves the success of ice fisherman more so than a flasher unit which allow you to see both the fish and your bait in real time. These units are one the biggest game changers in the life of an ice fisherman and you can’t go wrong with a Vex!