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The ice fishing equipment you need for ice fishing is much different than freshwater fishing gear. Special ice fishing gear is needed to handle both the fish and the elements. Ice fishing essentials include ice fishing gear like electronics, ice tools, rods, reels, fishing bait and lures.
Get ice fishing tips on choosing the best live bait or lures for ice fishing rods.
A rod and reel combo designed for ice fishing is the best ice fishing equipment choice.
Learn how to prepare an Ice Auger for Ice Fishing. Different types and more information.
Learn about the different ice fishing tools you can use for a successful day ice fishing
Shanties are portable shelters that will protect you on windy days.
These are some basic items for warmth to bring on your next ice fishing trip.
Learn more about ice rod blanks, ice fishing rods for catching different species.
Find which type of tackle to use, rods, reels, jigs, other ice fishing gear.
Learn about the different ice fishing electronics you can use to catch more fish.
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