What type of rod is best for ice fishing?

10 Best Ice Fishing Rods for 2022 Reviewed

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  • Fenwick Elite Tech.
  • Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2.
  • Frabill 6986 Combo.
  • Atataka Ice Fishing Rod.
  • Fiblink 2-Piece Portable Travel Ice Fishing Rod.
  • Berkley Cherrywood HD Ice Fishing Rod.
  • Shakespeare Wild Series Ice Fishing Spinning Rod. Shakespeare SWSICE27M Wild Series Ice Spinning Rod.

How long should an ice rod be?

approximately 28-inches
A standard length is approximately 28-inches with a fast-action tip. A medium-action rod is tailor made for walleye, small trout and pike, and will work well as your second combo. Look for a rod of around 28 to 30-inches in length, with a solid backbone throughout the lower 2/3rds.

What is a medium light Ice rod good for?

Light rods are good for perch, and light to medium rods are good for walleye, whitefish and most trout. Heavy rods are best for pike or lake trout.

What size reel is best for ice fishing?

A typical ice fishing spinning reel will be an ultralight size with a model smaller than or equal to 2500 (25). These smaller sizes are necessary to properly balance with the smaller ice fishing rods which are between 16 – 24 inches long.

Why are ice fishing rods so small?

Ice fishing rods are so small because they are designed specifically for use in ice. For ice fishing, you need to be close to the hole, so a standard open-water pole will be too long. You also need a more sensitive rod for ice fishing, so the small size of ice fishing rods helps with feeling the fish.

Why are ice fishing rods so short?

Can you use ice fishing rod in the summer?

Try chillin’ when the temperatures sizzle during the heat of summer. Ice fishing tactics are dynamite for bluegills and crappies, even during the peak warm months. You guessed it—the same tackle that is used in December, January and February is often a great choice for July and August.

What size ice fishing rod should I get?

That’s why we recommend ice rods in the 25-to 27-inch range for fishing inside most portable fish houses, especially flip-overs. Longer 27-to 30-inch models can be great options in hub or the more spacious wheelhouses. The trend today is for ice anglers to fish longer and longer rods, and for good reason…

What size rod should I get?

A short (6 feet or less) rod is ideal if you want to make short, accurate casts. When pinpoint accuracy is less critical, a long rod (over 7 feet) is the way to go. Dingy or dirty water and heavy cover are two situations where short-range accuracy is part of the recipe for success, and a shorter rod can really shine.

How do you store ice fishing gear?

Wash them with warm, soapy water and dry thoroughly. Clean LCD screens with a vinegar solution to remove water spots. Charge your batteries and store them in an area that doesn’t get too hot over the summer. It is also a good idea to charge your batteries a couple times over the summer to extend their life.

How do you fix a broken ice rod?

If your rod snapped, you can mend it together with a fiberglass pole and epoxy to hide the break. When one of the guides breaks, you can remove it and wrap a new one in its place. You can change rod tips if they snap or break as well. With a little bit of work, you can fix your rod so it’s as good as new!