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Ice Fishing Tackle

Info_lover | May 8, 2010 |

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If you love to try your hand at ice fishing at any point in time, you should know the learning curve for a beginner fisherman is a steep one! Ice fishing tackle and other supplies can come in all different shapes, sizes, colors and weights. With so many options out there for ice anglers today, how do you know which will best suit your need? For a start, you need to know the basic facts about ice fishing tackle. This article will share with you some of the fishing tackle that you will need for any sort of fishing in any location.

Generally, ice fishing tackle can be categorized as either vertical or horizontal. Most ice fishing tackle can be categorized as either vertical or horizontal. Vertical jigs are when the shank of the hook runs parallel to the line. Horizontal jigs are when the shank of the hook runs perpendicular to the line. Exceptions would be spoons such as Scenic Tackle Angel Eye, and swimming lures such as The Minnow by JR's Tackle (quite possibly the best ice fishing tackle around). Spoons would be classified as a vertical presentation while swimming lures would be classified as a horizontal presentation.

Vertical jigs come in all shapes and sizes. The Shrimpo by Custom Jigs and Spins and the Speckled Grub by Bad Dog Lures are two productive vertical jigs. Vertical jigs are very versatile, and can be used with just about any type of live-bait as well with plastics to fit almost any situation. They are also great for tipping with minnows, because they will keep the minnow looking natural and this is more appealing to the fish.

Horizontal jigs are designed to give off a "kicking" motion when jigged. The back end of the jig will bounce up and down while the head of the jig holds relatively still. This is a very productive technique that can have great success throughout the winter months. The Custom Jigs and Rat Finkee are good examples of horizontal jigs. These jigs are meant to be used in tough conditions and they can also show up better on a flasher.

Having talked about the recommended jigs, you could consider buying fishing equipment at online ice fishing tackle stores such as Northland tackle ice fishing (NorthlandTackle.com). They have a wide selection of ice fishing equipment at great prices. If you are looking for trout ice fishing tackle or walleye ice fishing tackle, they have them and everything else. The array of choices there is astounding to say the least!

Other must-have equipment to purchase includes an ice fishing bag to organize your gear and your bait. Always remember that purchasing basic fishing supplies and fish tackle are only the beginning. More importantly, you should master and learn the art of catching fish as well.