Lights for Ice Fishing

[crappiewisdom]

My old Coleman that I used to use for night ice fishing got busted up some time ago. Now, after a few years being gone, I am thinking about getting back on the ice.

Anybody have any input as to what they like for fishing at night on the ice? Thanks.

[fiveeyes]

I gave up ice fishing several years ago, so not up on the latest gear. A Coleman lantern is old school, but hard to beat. Heat and light. I had mine in a traditional sled/box, that i made from aluminum. Worked well. YMMV 5

[chaunc]

They still make several models. ( Coleman ) Now most are propane tho. They're all good for heat and light except the bags are brittle and tear pretty easily. I go thru a few bags a year.

[scrat]

Here you go you can get the same type or go with battery operated.

http://www.coleman.com/coleman-lighting-fueledlanterns/


Battery Lanterns | LED Lanterns | Coleman

[crappiewisdom]

Thanks all!

[crappiewisdom]

Having always used the traditional fuel Coleman lanterns, I was wondering if any of you have used the battery type, and how you compare the two to each other as far as light out put. Seems like it would be nice to not have to deal with mantles and fuel. Looks like there are a couple of Coleman battery lanterns that you can remove the led panels from the main unit and use remotely. Seems like you could lay those panels face down on the ice to attract fish. I don't know.

[spartannation]

whether you get propane or battery powered lantern I would strongly recommend you also get an LED headlamp that takes AAA batteries as well. Extra light when you're retying or chasing minnows around the bucket doesn't hurt.