I know in previous columns, I have discussed the new fad in cordless drill-powered ice augers fairly in depth. Technology is ever increasing regarding this matter. This really is a no-brainer decision ...

GRAND FORKS – I wonder how many ice fishing enthusiasts out there have gas-powered ice augers gathering dust in their garages, sheds or wherever they store their fishing gear. Once a staple in the ...

Christmas came early for me this year when my new ION X ice auger showed up on my doorstep this past week. *Billed as $4.00 plus GST every four weeks. After 24 weeks, price increases to the regular ...

Three years ago as winter began, I briefly covered the topic of electric ice augers. More specifically, using a cordless drill to operate it. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think this would ...

If you are thinking about giving ice fishing a try this year, don’t let the catalog pages full of specialty gear fool you. Like any facet of recreational angling, you can quickly drop a lot of money ...

Come deep winter in the north country, the steady, ongoing noise of an outboard engine making its way across the water is replaced by the short, high pitched roar of an ice auger, growling its way ...

One of the most important tools for ice anglers is something to cut through the ice. If you cannot cut a hole in the ice you will not be fishing. There are several types of ice cutting tools and all ...

Like any style of fishing, ice fishing definitely has a learning curve. Even as an avid fly and spin fisherman with loads of diverse experience, my first time stepping out onto the ice was ...