Just opened my LX7 and had the same issue with it not turning on (after already playing with it a few times). did the hard re-set as James suggested and she fired right up! Thanks James. Now I just need a charger and I will be all set, oh yeah, that and ice!

Eyesfishin,

I have both the 32 & 28 perch sweetheart and prefer the 28 over the 32 for both outside and inside. Go with the 28, you will not be disappointed.
It is perfect for perch fishing and has the backbone to handle any size walleye. I landed a 28″ walleye while perch fishing with it without an issue.

Good luck!

Nate

I have you all beat! Here is how sick I am. Due to my location, I can’t usually get on the ice until mid January, which is way too long for me to wait. My first trip this year was to Mille Lacs last weekend. Total drive, 520 miles, one way. The next time I will be on the ice will be the first week of January, total drive, 610 miles, one way! Well worth the drive to get to the great MN lakes! I am sick I know but when you love ice-fishing as much as I do it is well worth it! Good luck all and have a Merry Christmas! Hopefully, Santa will bring me a new TB rod this year, look out Lakers

Nate Riddle

Hey Matt,

I shot you a PM about this weekend. Thoughts?

Riddle

I second the “bunny boot” or mickey mouse boot. You can find them online at an army surplus store. I have had mine for around 10 years and would not leave home without them. One pair of regular white socks and your feet won’t get cold. Last year, I stood in 6″ of water on top of the ice for around 6 hours, never got cold once. The best boot ever and super durable! You can get them for around $65 new. Good luck!

Nate

Thanks James. That is what I use as well. Thanks again for all the help. Bring on the ice!!

Nate Riddle

Thanks again James! I will fish anywhere from 35′ to 150′ of water targeting Lakers. Do you fish with a specific type of line, other than Flouro, at those depths? I am mobile so braid is out, but I would love to use something that has low stretch and little to no water absorption. Thanks again!

Nate Riddle

Thanks for the info James. Any specific Jig size, shape, etc? Thanks.

Nate Riddle

Great call JJ,

Another great episode to watch is the Ontario Lake Trout episode from last year. James does a great job in explaining how to read the Marcum in this episode as well.

http://www.idofishing.com/videos/viewvid.php/Number/720838/ontario-lake-trout

Nate Riddle

Hello B-J-R,

A good flasher should be your #1 choice. Portable fish finders do not have a transducer specific to ice fishing, plus the read out you get from a flasher is 100 times more accurate then that of an open water fish finder. Flashers are key, and are specifically manufactured for ice-fishing. Not only do they require a specific transducer, but they are built to withstand the elements. They are super easy to use and read. With a Flasher you will be able to tell what depth you are in, what depth your lure is in, and most important what depth the fish are in. The more experience you have with your flasher the better off you will be. You will be able to determine the mood of the fish by the way they react to your jigging technique, subtle bait movements, etc. Cameras are great, and have their place, but certainly not a must. I would start out with a good flasher, and work from there. Welcome to ice-fishing! If you are anything like the rest of us you will be addicted for life!! Good luck!

Nate Riddle

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I have fished with those two characters many times over the past few years. They are great fisherman and even better company. Great job on the shows James, I will definitely be tuning in!

Nate

We are just giving you a hard time James! We can always watch episodes 1 & 2 for the 11th time! Although, I am getting a little tired of looking at Matt’s ugly mug!

Nate

Another thought is that he may be selling them to a local restaurant. It would be interesting to see what the penalty would be for harvesting for resale. Either way, it is tragic.

Nate

MNick,

Does it matter what kind of portable? I have a Clam that I would be willing to part with. It is not the flip style, but it is in decent shape. It is considered a 4 man but it is perfect for two people. You can stand up in it as well. Unless you are over 6’2″. The best part is you can’t beat the price as I will give it to you. I just got a new one last year and it is taking up room in my garage. If you are interested drop me a note. [email protected]

Nate

Thanks for the info. I chatted with the folks at lybacks today and they said the same thing. Open water everywhere pretty much. Temps look good for the next 7-10 days so hopefully she will lock up for good!

Nate

I found this and thought I would share:

Should I reel in fish hooked in deep water quickly or slowly?

Fast! Contrary to popular belief, slowly reeling in a fish from deep water DOES NOT give a fish enough time to compensate for the change in pressure. Between 20 and 30 minutes may be needed for a fish to compensate for pressure differences between a depth of 30 ft and the surface. Instead, prolonging the time it takes to land and release a fish, increases its stress level. The tissues around the gas bladder are often capable of preventing the gas bladder from increasing in size for up to 5 minutes after the pressure outside of the fish decreases. Once a fish is in the boat, or on the ice, release it as quickly as possible to maximize its chance of surviving. The colder the water the better, especially surface temp.

It also states that bringing a fish from 60′ has a 50% chance off survival and from 30′ the chance of survial increases greatly.

Nate