It's that time of year again...

[gonefishing70]

It makes you think twice about asking any questions at all.

[MidCoast]

Try calling local baitshops in the area or resorts and ask them how thick the ice is on average right now.

[mn_bowhunter]

It's like asking if I should bring my extra tackle box or jumper cables or spare vex battery. Why not? For the record, I've never, ever, used an extension and I've lived in and fished the park rapids and detroit lakes area for 10 years. It's been close, but never necessary.

[bottom-bouncer]

i am sure there is always room under any vehicles seats.......or in the 5 gallon bucket that you carry everything else in.....or whatever you carry the auger in I am sure it will fit in that....or put it in your pocket......not enough room or it is too much weight for anyone is a lame excuse....if you can carry the auger I am sure you can carry the extension......sorry but this falls in line with should I spool line on my reel or will the fish just jump out of the hole!! Good Luck and hopefully you slay the fish this weekend........oh and welcome to FM!! LOL

Will fish really jump out of the hole

[mr_jman]

On Americas Funniest Home Videos a guy drilled a hole and little bullheads came out everywhere! So I think you still have to drill for them to come flying out of your hole!

[panfishpounder00]

you know, here's a newbie asking a legite question, and people once again start razzing him. yeah ok, so an extension doesn't take up so much room, but have you guys figured in the tools required, ok , maybe an allen wrench, but what if the auger has not been off the original shaft since it was bought, this can be quite a pita! trust me, i know! but to answer the ops ?, i wouldnt worry about an extension, save that for the bigger lakes like lake of the woods or leech or mille lacs perhaps. and for the smart azzes out there that have nothing better to do, this is why NEW questions have not been asked, trust me i know, i used to be a site administrator for another outdoor HSOforum! and to see other site staff giving just as much guff about a simple question is beyond me. who cares if the question has been asked a million times, the search function on here sucks! it gives you a bunch of unrelated posts!

[ozzie]

sorry if you can't take a little guff on a question that when you really sit back and think about it it is really a silly question......Now if you word it differently it makes it not so silly.....example: I am coming up to Lake X and was wondering approximatly how thick the ice was? I will be bringing the extension but wanted to know if I should put it on at home or if there is little chance I would actually need it I will leave it off and add it if needed.....Thanks

This at least doesn't sound as if it is such a burden to add a 12-24" long 1"round 2lbs piece of metal pipe pipe to your load!! That is where these questions are silly not if it is needed but the reason of I am trying to cut down on the load as space is limited.....Come on it doesn't take up much space!!! and sorry if you truly feel these answers prevent you from asking further questions as the answers are in good nature and we aren't trying to prevent you from asking questions in the future..just some good ol fashioned ribbing!!!! LOL

[Rebeleye]

who cares if the question has been asked a million times, the search function on here sucks! it gives you a bunch of unrelated posts!

well said... I couldn't agree more...

[jblabsnduck]

For those that think this is a dumb question then don't put a dumb reply. Don't reply at all.

The guy asked a question that is all.

[&JAG]

It's too bad a guy can't ask a simple question without gruff but, with all these awesome fisherman on this site of coarse your going to get smart remarks. 10-4 on the "search function" maybe that is something productive the boys can work on... Back to the subject... Yes, do always bring the extension with you and good luck the rest of the winter!!

[castmaster]

I agree with the comments on the search function. One of the worst on any site I frequent.

[Supercrew]

Thanks for all the replies guys. I am not fortunate enough to have a truck but a small compact car and it gets pretty tight in there with all my other equipment. Also' date=' I suffered from Osgood-Schlatters Disease when I was a kid and my knees get weak sometimes carrying all my equipment. I try to leave extra stuff at home if I don't need it.quote']

Quote.. Thanks Panfishpounder.. you know, here's a newbie asking a legite question, and people once again start razzing him. yeah ok, so an extension doesn't take up so much room, but have you guys figured in the tools required, ok , maybe an allen wrench, but what if the auger has not been off the original shaft since it was bought, this can be quite a pita! trust me, i know! but to answer the ops ?, i wouldnt worry about an extension, save that for the bigger lakes like lake of the woods or leech or mille lacs perhaps. and for the smart azzes out there that have nothing better to do, this is why NEW questions have not been asked.End Quote.

Well I am going to take some guff on this reply... But MudPuppy77 has a legit request and some of you morons took it to be stupid, I did some research on his physical disabling background, and now there is a USA Olympic member who had the same thing. Sorry for the harsh words and you can diss me all you want,but if we are at all any kind of Sportsmen we should think about someones issues and help were we can instead of jumping in and ripping the guy who really wants to know if his thinking is right. Sorry if this is late, and MudPuppy I hope you did well, I can expect a note from the moderator but oh well, it's time some of us take a step back and give some respect to others seeking some honest advise......I am just as guilty , see some of my posts I have been trying to keep things light but this one rubbed me the wrong way. Sorry.

Kurt Larsen

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