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St. Paul Ice Fishing Expo

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stillwaterangler Enthusiast

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Hello everyone! I just wondered if anyone has bought a portable from this show in the past. The reason I ask is that I'm looking to buy the new Nanook Thermal from Clam this year and was wondering if the show would be a good place to buy it or should I just buy from a retailer? Thanks for your time!

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Hello everyone! I just wondered if anyone has bought a portable from this show in the past. The reason I ask is that I'm looking to buy the new Nanook Thermal from Clam this year and was wondering if the show would be a good place to buy it or should I just buy from a retailer? Thanks for your time!

This would a great place to get your portable. And you will get a great deal on them as well. Good luck!

Sniffer

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I bought an Otter Lodge at the show several years ago and it was cheaper at the show than anywhere else I could buy it except when you figure in the 2 hour drive, parking expense and the 2 hour drive home. I went specifically to buy this flip over and I had a chance to really check it out from the display models on the floor. I will say that I was a little disappointed in most of the other vendors as I was expecting much more from all of the hype.

I will say that you have to go at least once just to see what it is all about.

Mike

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Capt H has a good point as all the brands will models will be set up. You can check out Clam, Eskimo and even take a good look at the New X900 Otter Thermal line up. I like the show as you can crawl in every model made and get a feel for them before buying.

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Capt H has a good point as all the brands will models will be set up. You can check out Clam, Eskimo and even take a good look at the New X900 Otter Thermal line up. I like the show as you can crawl in every model made and get a feel for them before buying.

That's what I did the year I bought. I didn't end up buying at the show, but was able to figure out which model I wanted after being able to sit in all of them and look at all of the features of each.

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I'm sure if you called thorne bros or any of the other retailers that are usually there it may save you a trip. But it is always good to see new stuff and friends that I don't get to see any other time of the year. Ever look at Frabill shelters?

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For anybody in the market to buy a new shelter the ice fishing show is the best place to be. Not only is practically every shelter represented but you also have experts on hand to answer questions and offer recommendations based on your need. If you feel like pulling the trigger that day you can save some money too.

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Northlander Im looking pretty hard into a new otter flip over. I havent decided between the otter and frabill yet. The names and numbers of the otter flip overs confuse me but I think I have the pro lodge thermal XT900 picked out. Im debating on coming to the show but havent decided yet because its a long drive. Since you will be there do you know if that model will be on display at the show and would it be discounted at the show?

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I know that we will for sure have the Pro Lodge displayed there along with all our models and yes there is always some deals to be had on them at the show. Look me up at the Otter booth and we can talk some fishin and I can give ya the run down of all the houses.

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I'll be headed to the Ice Show for the first time this year looking for my first Flasher (pretty sure is going to be the Marcum LX5)...I'll be comming with cash, can I expect the same good deals on Flashers?

I would think yes, but just wanted to confirm...maybe go out on the dreaded black friday if there is anything good. But would much rather go to the show for some back and forth bardering.

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I'll be headed to the Ice Show for the first time this year looking for my first Flasher (pretty sure is going to be the Marcum LX5)...I'll be comming with cash, can I expect the same good deals on Flashers?

I would think yes, but just wanted to confirm...maybe go out on the dreaded black friday if there is anything good. But would much rather go to the show for some back and forth bardering.

you might want to check out the showdown troller made by marcum if you are a hole jumper(move to hole to hole). the three questions that you should ask yourslef are:

1. do you move from hole to hole

2 perm or hub/flip

3.storage

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i have a hand augur, but i want to get a power auger. what would the price range be at the expo? gas,electric,and propane?

For all you guys looking for deals, there are some decent ones there--- but you're only talking 5-10% off.

Remember, its the beginning of the season and youre lucky to get anything off. The only thing you have working in your favor is that a lot of guys want to sell it rather than load it back up.

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tsande00 Experienced

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So fishing math tells me that 10% off $500 = $50 off. That would be worth the drive and price of admission I would think!

Especially when you factor in how fun the event is. I love walking around looking at all the things I "need" for "next year".

Some of the smaller ticket items you can save well over 10% on, but the major items (portables, flashers, etc) you're probably looking at 5%-10%.

As an example that Strikemaster suit was closer to 50% off. I bought the large Clam fan/light combo for 50% off as well last year. The expo is a great event for any avid ice fisherman even if you don't plan on buying anything.

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I bought a Marcum LX-5 from Marine General at the show last year. With the $50 rebate Marcum had, I purchased the flasher for $375! It was a great deal!!!

I'm planning on buying an Eskimo Fatfish popup at the show this year. Those things look sweet! I should be able to score a good deal on one! Can't wait for the show and I really can't wait for some ice!!!

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