ICE-COLD GEAR
From drilling holes to marking fish to triggering bites, this winter’s new hardwater offerings have you covered
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8″ PISTOL BIT 2.0
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Intended for use with cordless electric drills, this ice auger drill bit (US$319.99) is newly designed for efficient cutting and maximum battery life. Made of composite and aluminum materials, the four-pound bit stays flexible and impact-resistance on cold days.
Learn more: Eskimo, www.geteskimo.com
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TRION FENWICK HMG COMBO
This hardwater spinning combo (US$89.99) pairs a 2000-size, five-bearing, graphite-and-aluminum Pflueger Trion reel with a Fenwick HMG Ice rod. Available in three sizes, the carbon rod sports a cork handle and ergonomic reel seat, and stainless steel guides.
Learn more: Pure Fishing, www.purefishing.com
WOOD STICK TIP-UP
Designed for ice fishing in deep snow, this simple-to-use wooden tip-up (US$10.99) has an overall length of 32 inches, complete with a high-vis orange flag up top and an extra-long spool shaft down below. It folds up for ease of storage and transport.
Learn more: Frabill, www.frabill.com
SHIELD FLOAT VEST
Sized to be worn as a mid-layer, this soft-shell vest (US$129.99) includes Striker’s Sureflote flotation-assist material, 40-gram insulation and fleece-lining on the collar and pockets. It comes in three colour choices, and sizes small to quadruple extra-large.
Learn more: Striker, www.strikerbrands.com