i'm looking to buy an ice auger...and from what i've read people recommend the 6 inch size.
i'm just wondering about the folding normark style sold at canadian tire. having a folding auger would make sense for me because i dont have a snow machine, but are they a liability as far as reliability and strength are concerned??
any suggestions welcome...
Great board by the way...seems like a great fishing community that i've stumbled upon.
Smitty
Ice Auger Question
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When you go to CT you will notice that there will 2 types of augers both will be normarks but one will be a little more money as far as manual augers go... If I were you i'd pay a little more and get the better one six inch is all you want anything bigger and your arms&shoulders will be getting sore fast...
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I would have to agree but disagree on hole size. The first question is what are you fishing for...I had a 6" auger but recently purchased a 8"...I found that the 8" allows for more control over the fish and it's size. I also found that it is no difference cutting holes with either size. The fold up ones are good but as they ice over you may have a hard time unfolding or even re assembling them. You will want to sharpen the blades or replace them about once a year for easy arm/shoulder work or if you like a good workout never sharpen it. Another thought is length. Some winters like this year I had to drill 36+" thru the ice to hit water. Now I have purchased a gas power auger and hope that I will have some strength to bring in the big one this year. Always cover your holes when done with snow and make sure they are flat...As a fellow ski-dooer I have hit my share of holes and it can toss you pretty good if not expecting it. As well always mark your holes with a twig or something to draw attention to it.
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