To ensure that you have a good days fishing and remain warm and comfortable out on the ice, having the correct ice fishing gear is essential.
Your aim is to retain heat, keep you dry, be wind resistant and light so you can move freely. Lucky for you that there is a new fabric on the market, the moisture wicking fabrics microfibers are excellent at providing the qualities you need.
Dress in Many Layers!
In selecting your ice fishing gear, you need to concentrate on keeping warm and dry. This is best achieved by wearing several layers and not one large jacket that attempts to do it all. There are primarily three layers required.
An inner, middle and outer layer. Each layer has a purpose, the inner layer needs to keep moisture off your skin. The middle layer is where you need the insulation and the outer layer should be the protection against the wind and moisture.
Since ice fishing has many risks attached to it, careful consideration must be given to your gear. There could potentially be an emergency or blizzard that could leave you stranded, without the correct protection hypothermia is a real possibility. This should still be the case even if you have a shelter.
The essential ice fishing gear:
Moisture wicking underlayer - this material is commonly available at most good sport stores. The material is designed to absorb the moisture from your skin, in so doing will not leave you with a damp feeling that the cold can grip and penetrate down to your bones. The clothing will be marketed mainly for a work out in the gym, but these items will surely benefit you in winter as an inner layer.
Warming layer- an essential part of your ice fishing gear can be found in the more traditional materials that have always been used for warming against the severe cold. Fleece and Wool are the most common fabrics but remember that if you use these then they need to have one side with an additional qualities for wind and moisture. The most popular choice presently is Microfiber as it has all the qualities, warmth, lightweight, wind and water resistant.
Wind and water resistance - The two common materials used for the outer layer are leather or nylon. Both can act as a wind and water resistant layer; however nylon is much lighter and can be carried in pouches or even in a tackle box.
Foot Protection - You do not want to get frostbite on your feet so take care of them. You need a pair of Ice Fishing Boots, moisture wicking socks, extra socks and if you can two pairs of felt liners. Felt liners will be very welcome if you have a tendency to get damp feet.
There are also the miscellaneous ice fishing gear items that are required to feel comfortable in freezing conditions such as, Ice Fishing Gloves, goggles, scarves, face-masks or wool hats with ear flaps. Keeping your extremities warm is paramount to a successful and enjoyable trip.
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Quick Tip #1
Keep Warm ! It is essential that you wear the appropriate clothing to survive the severe cold conditions when spending hours on the ice. Remember to wear lots of smaller and tighter layers instead of one big layer. This will ensure you keep the warmth in. Its called Ice fishing for a reason. |
Quick Tip #2
Have the right equipment! Ice fishing is unique and requires specialist equipment. You cannot just take along your normal rods and gear and expect to ice fish. There are essential items that you will need to be able to enjoy this extreme and rewarding activity. In the cold conditions you will need equipment designed to endure and assist you in your adventure. Click Here For Your Ice Fishing Tackle And Equipment Needs!
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Quick Tip #3
Stay safe! Although thousands of people across the world enjoy ice fishing,it does come with its unique set of circumstances and risks. The risks are from mother nature and she should not be underestimated. Always ensure you have an adequate first aid supply and communicate your whereabouts to others. Stay safe and you will have a trip of a lifetime.
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