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Ice Fishing

If you're looking for ice fishing information you've come to the right place. You'll find lots of great ice fishing tips and techniques to help you catch more fish as well as gear and equipment recommendations to make your time ice fishing more enjoyable. Your first priority on the ice should be safety but catching fish is a really close second!

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Ice Fishing Tips & Techniques

October 30, 2019

Ice Fishing Safety: Tips You Should Never Ignore
There s a certain breed of angler who waits all year for the coming of winter whose dreams are haunted...
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November 10, 2022

Best Time to Ice Fish: Tilt the Odds in Your Favor!
Winter means that some aspects of fish behavior change dramatically Some species like largemouth bass will cease actively hunting while...
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November 27, 2022

How Big Is an Ice Fishing Hole? Your Questions Answered
We get a lot of questions here at USAngler and for anglers new to the sport that s completely understandable...
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November 10, 2022

Ice Fishing at Night: Our Best Tips to Make the Most of Your Time on the Hard Water
Fishing at night can be incredibly productive and that doesn t change once the water hardens and the mercury plummets...
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November 10, 2022

Best Time to Ice Fish: Tilt the Odds in Your Favor!
Winter means that some aspects of fish behavior change dramatically Some species like largemouth bass will cease actively hunting while...
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November 1, 2022

Ice Fishing Sled Ideas: Modifications to Improve Space, Organization, and Security
Icemen are a special breed for whom even the best sleds just aren t good enough nbsp From the need...
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October 29, 2022

Smitty Sled Plans: A Simple DIY Project to Improve Your Ice Fishing Sled
A Smitty sled is a clever modification of a standard plastic snow sled adding skis to the bottom to reduce...
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October 28, 2022

JawJacker Ice Fishing: Everything You Need to Know
Ice anglers look for every advantage they can get but at the end of the day what they re really...
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October 23, 2022

Ice Shelter Flooring Options: Real-World Solutions for Aching Knees and Freezing Feet
Every ice angler knows just how hard the ice is and kneeling down to work can be murder on your...
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November 27, 2020

How To Sharpen Ice Auger Blades at Home: Two Methods and Step-by-Step Instructions
A sharp blade is a safe blade and that s as true of ice augers as it is of knives...
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October 31, 2019

Best Tips for Tip Ups: Catching More Fish Through the Ice
If there s one thing all ice anglers can agree on it s that tip ups are an effective way...
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October 30, 2019

Ice Fishing Safety: Tips You Should Never Ignore
There s a certain breed of angler who waits all year for the coming of winter whose dreams are haunted...
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November 18, 2017

Ice Fishing Pike: Tips and Tricks
The northern pike Esox lucius is a common predator in freshwater lakes and rivers where ice fishing is popular Armed...
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February 17, 2016

Finding Fish Under the Ice: Our Best Ice Fishing Tips and Techniques
In many respects ice angling differs from warm-weather fishing Dropping a line in a hole you ve cut in the...
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Ice Fishing Tackle & Gear

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May 8, 2017

Best Ice Fishing Reels 2026 - Inline and Spinning Reels Reviewed
If you re ready to hit the hardwater you ll need the right rod and a good ice fishing reel...
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November 27, 2022

Best Live Bait for Ice Fishing: Minnows, Larvae, and Salmon Eggs
Whatever the season live bait has distinct advantages when compared to lures and artificial options That s definitely one thing...
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November 29, 2021

Best Ice Fishing Rod and Reel Combo
It wasn t long ago that hard-water anglers had to make do with whatever they could find Now ice fishermen...
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November 18, 2018

Best Soft Baits for Hard Water: Our Favorite Plastics for Ice Fishing
Ice fishing is at the forefront of innovation within the sport of angling On the hard water for instance the...
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November 3, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Lures: Our Favorite Jigs and some Tips and Tricks!
Jigging is the ultimate ice fishing technique and as we wait for the water to harden it s time to...
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November 2, 2017

Best Ice Fishing Rods: Short Rods that are Long on Performance
Not all ice fishing rods are equal and it can be hard to know which is the best for you...
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May 8, 2017

Best Ice Fishing Reels 2026 - Inline and Spinning Reels Reviewed
If you re ready to hit the hardwater you ll need the right rod and a good ice fishing reel...
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March 2, 2017

Best Ice Fishing Line: Landing your Limit on the Ice
To get the most from your tackle line choice is critical Unfortunately this is a complicated subject and it s...
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Rods

November 27, 2023

Humminbird ICE HELIX 9 MSI+ GPS G4N MEGA Live Fish Finder Bundle Review
How We Tested What to Look for in a Great FFS Fish Finder for the Ice Image quality Live moving...
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November 27, 2023

Lowrance Explorer Elite FS 9 and ActiveTarget Live Sonar Ice Kit Reviewd
How We Tested What to Look for in a Great FFS Fish Finder for the Ice Image quality Live moving...
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November 27, 2023

Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 LiveScope Plus Ice-Fishing Bundle LI Review
How We Tested What to Look for in a Great FFS Fish Finder for the Ice Image quality Live moving...
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November 22, 2023

Best Forward-Facing Sonar for Ice Fishing
Find the best forward facing fish finder in this review...
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November 1, 2022

Ice Fishing Sled Ideas: Modifications to Improve Space, Organization, and Security
Icemen are a special breed for whom even the best sleds just aren t good enough nbsp From the need...
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October 29, 2022

Smitty Sled Plans: A Simple DIY Project to Improve Your Ice Fishing Sled
A Smitty sled is a clever modification of a standard plastic snow sled adding skis to the bottom to reduce...
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October 23, 2022

Ice Shelter Flooring Options: Real-World Solutions for Aching Knees and Freezing Feet
Every ice angler knows just how hard the ice is and kneeling down to work can be murder on your...
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October 22, 2022

Best Ice Safety Picks for Fishing: Essential Equipment for Self-Rescue
How to Use Ice Picks to Self-Rescue Remember the ice picks in your truck or shelter don t do you...
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October 17, 2022

Best Ice Fishing Sleds: Tough-as-Nails Options for Every Angler
Toting as many buckets as you can carry onto the ice is a chore no one looks forward to and...
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January 24, 2022

Best Gas Powered Ice Auger - Buying Guide & Reviews For 2026
Gasoline-powered augers are old-school tech surrendering ground to a new generation of battery-powered ice augers that provide hassle-free performance no...
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January 20, 2022

The Best Ice Auger Drills: Power and Torque to Spare
What We Look For When Selecting a Drill to Power a Convertible Ice Auger Why choose a convertible ice auger...
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January 19, 2022

Best Propane Ice Auger: Shredding Through The Ice In 2026
Propane augers promised to revolutionize ice fishing when they first appeared threatening to dethrone gasoline as the fuel of choice...
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January 17, 2022

Best Hand Ice Augers: 2026 Reviews and Buying Guide
Maybe you re just old-school or perhaps your fishing hot spot only requires a few well-placed holes to produce Maybe...
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January 16, 2022

Best Electric Ice Augers: Quiet, Shanty-Safe, and Powerful
Experienced hard-water anglers know that ice fishing can be tough work especially when you re drilling hole after hole for...
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November 14, 2021

Best Ice Fishing Bucket For 2026
Hard-water anglers know that a good ice fishing bucket is a staple on the ice and whether you use it...
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November 25, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Bibs Reviewed: Staying Warm and Dry on the Ice
Keeping warm and dry on the ice is essential While an awesome shelter and heater can help if you re...
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November 18, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Heaters Reviewed: Keeping Warm on the Ice
What to Look for in a Quality Tent Ice Fishing Heater Safety First There s a lot of misinformation on...
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November 18, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Flashers Reviewed: Stone Cold Fish Finders
Buying Guide What matters in a Flasher or Fish Finder for Ice Fishing When you re selecting a new flasher...
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November 5, 2018

Best Portable Ice Fishing Shelters: Cold Weather Protection for 2026 At Its Finest
When you're ice fishing the right clothing is essential of course but so is a good ice fishing tent If...
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September 18, 2018

Best Ice Auger For Fishing: Which Auger is Hungriest for the Ice?
Drilling holes in the ice isn t the fun part of fishing on hard water and you want this job...
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August 8, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Gloves For 2026: Finding the Warmest Grip
One of the fastest ways to get forced off the ice is cold fingers We can all sit through a...
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July 20, 2018

Best Ice Fishing Boots: Warm, Dry, and Sure-Footed Boots Reviewed
The right gear is essential as is knowing how to choose it That s as true for ice boots as...
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Ice Fishing Rigs

January 16, 2023

Best Ice Fishing Rigs for Mid Winter: What to Do When the Bite Slows Down
While you can catch your limit of perch walleye crappie and bluegill with nothing more than a good jig experienced...
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Ice Fishing Knots

June 12, 2019

How to Tie the Uni Knot
A good angler knows the right knot for every situation whether that s a blood knot for a low-profile connection...
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February 12, 2021

How to Tie the Palomar Knot: A Complete Guide
If you re looking for a knot that s easy to tie and as solid as a pair of steel...
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February 12, 2021

How to Tie the Non-Slip Loop Knot or Kreh Knot
Many anglers discover the hard way that a snug knot is often a poor choice for direct connection to lures...
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June 1, 2021

How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot
The Improved Clinch knot is a staple of fly fishing but you ll also find it anywhere light monofilament lines...
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July 23, 2021

How to Tie the Dropper Loop
A dropper loop is simply a mixed loop on your main line leader or tippet - but it turns out...
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January 21, 2023

Knots for Ice Fishing: Your Best Options Explained with Step-by-Step Instructions
Anglers learn really quickly that a good knot is essential and that a bad - or poorly tied knot -...
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January 21, 2023

Knots for Ice Fishing: Your Best Options Explained with Step-by-Step Instructions
Anglers learn really quickly that a good knot is essential and that a bad - or poorly tied knot -...
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July 23, 2021

How to Tie the Dropper Loop
A dropper loop is simply a mixed loop on your main line leader or tippet - but it turns out...
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June 1, 2021

How to Tie the Improved Clinch Knot
The Improved Clinch knot is a staple of fly fishing but you ll also find it anywhere light monofilament lines...
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February 12, 2021

How to Tie the Non-Slip Loop Knot or Kreh Knot
Many anglers discover the hard way that a snug knot is often a poor choice for direct connection to lures...
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February 12, 2021

How to Tie the Palomar Knot: A Complete Guide
If you re looking for a knot that s easy to tie and as solid as a pair of steel...
Read More
June 12, 2019

How to Tie the Uni Knot
A good angler knows the right knot for every situation whether that s a blood knot for a low-profile connection...
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