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[Huskybass]

Hello from Connecticut. My name is Mike. I am new to the site and this is my first season of ice fishing with any regularity. I fish open water often for bass, but have really enjoyed jigging up panfish this winter. I don't have a lot of ice gear, but my 28" St. Croix rod with an ultra light reel spooled with 5 pound sunline has treated me well. I use a Gitzit 1/32 ounce Micro Tough Guy tipped with a wax worm. The Vexilar FL-18 has been a great help, and my friend Neal is a great teacher. Here are a few photos from my trips including a new personal best Crappie caught this morning. I look forward to learning more from all of you. Thanks.

Mike

My first crappie thru the ice last week:


My first Largemouth jigging thru the ice:


Today's beast caught in 18' of water. Released right after the photo.