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Time is totally open, whatever works for the majority of the people that come. What time would work for you, if it works out?
Just posted a “Will Attend” log for your event Marc..thanks for that post, it was a good reminder. Look forward to meeting you there.
I was actually thinking of coming up for that. I had plans, but they fell through(thank god). So, the wife and I might be able to swing up to Appleton for the event.
We should be more than fine, I know this because I am driving my truck out on the main lake, and this backwater freezes over much faster and much thicker than the main lake does. Unless we have a very large group!! 😛 which would be nice, then we will just put you first BakRdz…just kidding 😯
Congrats on the milestone!
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I am what I would call a pretty avid ice-fisherman…and right now, every lake is like a skating rink, and I have been out allot. My favorite system seems stupid, but allot of people do it. I use 1/2″ sheet metal screws that are flathead/ 1/4″ drive head. If you have boots with deep tread as I do, you drive about 15 of those in each boot, from heel to toe. When you don’t need them you spin em out and the rubber closes back up and you will never even know they were there. It is not the best solution for everyone, but for me it works perfect, they don’t fall off, or move around on your boot when you are walking. I love it, and I can run full steam to be the fist one too the tip-up while my buddies are still at the shack spinning their wheels.
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This is a good system if you’re willing to take the time to do it, although not as flexible to switch as the cleats. I’ve done this with running shoes and it’s worked very well. Obviously you can choose longer length screws with boots than with running shoes.
The main advantage, not that it matters much with boots, is that screws are pretty low-profile for the traction they provide. Pull-over cleats add a noticable bit of height to a regular shoe and can feel a bit “tippy.”
Yes, I should have stated that I have the screws put into my “hunting/fishing” boots. Those get put into the truck when I go caching, in case I run into some slick areas. Then I just kick off my hikers and slip these badboys on. If you have an extra pair of boots around, use the screws and you will not be upset. They are light, low profile, work exceptionally well, and best of all..super cheap.
I am what I would call a pretty avid ice-fisherman…and right now, every lake is like a skating rink, and I have been out allot. My favorite system seems stupid, but allot of people do it. I use 1/2″ sheet metal screws that are flathead/ 1/4″ drive head. If you have boots with deep tread as I do, you drive about 15 of those in each boot, from heel to toe. When you don’t need them you spin em out and the rubber closes back up and you will never even know they were there. It is not the best solution for everyone, but for me it works perfect, they don’t fall off, or move around on your boot when you are walking. I love it, and I can run full steam to be the fist one too the tip-up while my buddies are still at the shack spinning their wheels.
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Well done BakRdz!!!
That’s actually kind of creepy….very interesting. That might be a record….granted there are 4 days left for that to change.
I have just added a chat room to my blog…I am hoping to get some people on there to chat whenever they are online checking out the WGA. I was wondering why the WGA did not have a chat, and figured why not put one on my blog. No registration needed, just hop on and chat.
I am trying to figure out how to hyperlink a picture to link the chat too, but I am not tech enough to figure it out…maybe one of you can help me out.
Check it out, I will be on whenever I am at my computer.
I checked it out, and school road is totally snowed in, with a “road closed in winter” sign. If you have a capable 4wd, you could get in, I was able to. It was very tempting to go back to get the plow truck to help you guys out, but I am sure the DNR would frown upon that.
Upon review, I thought I could go, but I still will not be able to go. I will check out the parking area today to see how close you guys will be able to get.
We would love to go along with you guys on this one, but we will be out of town. Make sure you all step heavily and leave a nice trail for us to follow when we get home!!
Have fun!
I am in Ripon…we go on caching runs quite often. Maybe we could make a run together sometime. Let me know.
you had to mention the Kingston House and totally ruin my dining experience for the evening!!!! LOL That place is awesome, cant beat the corn fritters!
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