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Are Electric Ice Augers Worth It??? Real Life Ion G2 Review

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Had two Ion alpha pluses which augers in one week neither would cut ice Took both back to Scheels in Appleton, Wi
Comment from : @steveyelmene607

Just wanted to update this review Year 4, with a bit of sharpening I'm still thrilled with this Auger! This is an excellent Auger wwwyoutubecom/post/Ugkxe0I-fnTUByahTCyStrIBXsesSkQJKn8n It splits to 1/2 size for storage in the warm months and easily assembles for winter use I can cut holes in less than a minute by and really don't feel the need to ever adapt this to use with a drill It cuts easily with the included blades (which can be sharpened or replaced as needed) and has held up extremely well through last season, and now for the first cuts of this season I do recommend this to anyone who asks, and personally prefer this over powered augers These are quiet, still quite fast, lighter, and don't risk spilling chemicals into our waterways I plan to do a lot of fishing this year through the ice, thanks to this trusty Auger The 8" diameter is great for fishing pike through the ice as well
Comment from : @DennisVeilleux-ll8im

I have a jiffy propane 8 inch Nice but much heavier than these electric Love mine but might get a 4 inch for a a drill for panfish and thinner ice Nice review My jiffy will likely still be going strong by the time I'm dead so not sure if I'll ever replace with another 8 or 10 inch set up Nice review and editing man
Comment from : @nkapiariesjeffbeezos796

its awesome when you talk about Aaron, can feel the love!! WOOOOO
Comment from : @wooooofishing

I've had issues with drilling past 45" with electric, when my strikemaster 10" gas power will do that for days!
Comment from : @zachmaurer3657

What a great review! I’d say the electric augers truly have a place for those able to afford Just put the Ion up against 4 other gas models and very impressed! youtube/AZ_vbpFZqTw
Comment from : @4seasonpursuits724

SOLD getting one asap My old bones can't take punching holes anymore Great video
Comment from : @timgreene8432

Batteries SUCK when it becomes COLD Why I bought a propane
Comment from : @rockymntdan1

When I was growing up in the 70's we could only afford a hand auger -- talk about a work out! Glad electric is coming into vogue as was never a fan of gas engines because of the noise, mess, etc
Comment from : @daved2403

Watching this video before 2022 ice fishing season as a review of this product against the new rapala electric ice auger’s Jay have you seen or heard about Rapala product yet? Possible video comparison plus what’s the Canadian price on the green machine? Can’t wait to get on the ice and watch your upcoming video’s take care, JJ
Comment from : @kathywhite4547

Can you put an earth auger on this for dirt?
Comment from : @hdtripper1

Do you still feel the same way about this item I want to buy one this season
Comment from : @chrisparsonsdeliveringecom1392

😳 I ❤ u too😂
Comment from : @fishinmansam

Jay does the battery lock in on the G2? I got a G1 with the strap and it kinda sucks lately It keeps dying very fast when we go fishing Like drill 7-9 holes as soon as we arrive and it slows right down And the battery indicator shows its full charge But I almost wonder if its gotta do with the strap maybe not holding the battery in tight enough? So the G2 I wanna know more about before I decide on it or the strikemaster Thanks for any help you can provide!
Comment from : @BrandoLoves2Fish

I use the 6 inch for stocked trout Super fast and battery hardly notices Came with the 10 inch Works as long as the blades are sharp 5 amp hour battery Back up battery is a 3 amp Handle Bar broke on mine ( at the attachment) Ion replaced the bars
Comment from : @giovannibott7242

They’re great augers, not sure why they need to be that pricey though, aside from the battery are they that much more expensive to manufacture than gas? I think they’d be cheaper with less moving parts, but unsure I’ve caught lakers and Muskie around 20lbs, and walleyes close to 10lbs with an 8” hole no problem, so 8” would work for everything I do I hope competition brings down the prices, they’d sell more units too:)
Comment from : @TheNewMediaoftheDawn

Here’s the problem with electric augers after a few seasons let’s say you have some malfunctions or whatever and you have some problems with it not working on a full charge battery, would you know how to fix it? No! Gas auger no problem you can fix it because there are a lot of options like carb work or fuel or whatever electric seems good but gas will always outwork it
Comment from : @auggieanderson5154

As battery technology continues to improve, gas augers will have less and less appeal, however it is going to take years to demonstrate the durability of electric augers Many guys like myself have had a gas auger for decades My el cheapo Strikemaster 2000 was only a couple hundred bucks about 25 years ago, and still runs like a champ I have only had to make one repair to it in all that time: had to change the fuel tank a couple of years ago That is incredible durability from a 25 year old, entry level, gas auger I have no interest in replacing my gas auger with electric, but rather I would like to pick up an electric auger as a complimentary piece of equipment for thinner ice/early season
Comment from : @TeamJesusOutdoors

Striker 4 for a flasher I’d like to see a review on it
Comment from : @redneckadventures9122

Thanks for creating the content, it's very helpful stuff Have you checked out the Strikemaster 24v? I think several people would be interested in your thoughts on that model especially after using the G2 and the SAM 40v Cheers!
Comment from : @urness91

thats nuts my buddies electric felt like maybe a single pound lighter than my gas auger
Comment from : @northlanderoutdoors8478

Is the Gen II battery compatible with the Gen I Auger?
Comment from : @robshaffer5729

The box says 2000” with the 6amp gen II
Comment from : @robshaffer5729

The most expensive electric auger so far!
Comment from : @djbzyczek

My experience with electric auger is a little different I bought a hand crank auger, made an adapter shaft and I use my Dewalt 20v Max drill Works like a champ! I can drill 30 holes at 5-8” thickness off of one 2AH battery
Comment from : @blakeb9792

Do Test when it’s -25
Comment from : @kevinsladkowski5573

That auger looks like a green version of the Pistol Bit
Comment from : @Mykul403

Great upload Jay! Such a cool idea! Now I really wanna go ice fishing lol I pulled the trigger on a gas auger last year maybe I should of waited!
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Review the new ice adapter for the hummingbird 360 when you can get your hands on one I’m curious if it actually marks fish or is mostly good for structure
Comment from : @wiscowalleye7954

I have the strike master 8" lite flite on the clam plate I use my 18v ridgid drill and with a 4 amp hr battery and I can get 35 holes on one battery Was the best option for me with having many battery's and drills from doing construction Great vid jay Love the heart for Sam Can't wait for new ice videos with u and Sam
Comment from : @derekpiehl85

I put the light flite on my strikemaster My back is much happier I also put a k drill on my Eskimo what a difference in performance ,and easier on the body both versions for torque Lite flite is the cheapest
Comment from : @peirules154

6 sides, what is that pentagon? ohhh Jay
Comment from : @FiftyQuest15

I bought a 10" Strikemaster last year and its by far the best I have used, Last year, 2-3 times I had guys who had an Ion that asked to use mine
Comment from : @loboyd691

So did you catch any crappies in there?
Comment from : @dominicblond9934

Respect to you Jay, but my K-Drill/DeWalt 20v Max rang in at just over $300, and weighs 7lbs I have mostly DeWalt tools so I have several batteries, last year I drained 3 batteries and drilled 130 holes Electric augers are still too expensive and heavy imo, I'm a walker so that extra 10-12lbs makes a big difference Also, your Ion has standard blades, so if you wanted to strong holes together I hope you brought a spud lol
Comment from : @Nick-dd2xg

I'm not ready Still watching the leaves change in NY
Comment from : @adamsmith8533

Oh man, I’m looking forward to getting back on the ice Love my KDrill
Comment from : @jimmykav44

1000 worth it if you can afford it I love my ion
Comment from : @wisconsinfishingadventures

I may have missed this What do they retail for in Canada?
Comment from : @Hodgey1968

Ion x 10” is steal just a FYI those wanting light weight
Comment from : @fishinginidaho7308

Oh no no, stay away from the 10" the vexilar can disappear
Comment from : @jeremy81079

How does he only have 45k subs He is so talented at fishing and editing He deserves at least 1 mil
Comment from : @aidanchapin1027

Great honest review Would love to see a review of the Vortex Monster Lodge!
Comment from : @Balion12

How do you have that much ice already?! I live in fairbanks AK and we dont even have ice yet!?
Comment from : @jefffrancis7198

I don’t have a G2 but I am absolutely in love with em! Just from trying others’ The colour, the design, etc brif I was in the market for one, I’d for sure get a G2! brbrAlmost got one last season, maybe this Xmas?? 🤔🤔
Comment from : @meals24u

This has to be late last season No chance their is 14 inches
Comment from : @ryanhighberg4662

at first i was like thing has got to be green screen lol
Comment from : @outdoorsmanal1759

They are definitely worth it as long as it's not a Ion lol ion has the worst customer service ever I had 2 ion x's and both broke within a week and they wouldn't replace them i bought them new and ion sent me a wiring diagram and told me to fix it myself DONT BUY A ION
Comment from : @Growbrojay

You got me all excited about crappie You didn’t catch one fish?
Comment from : @joshbaker2105

Can't wait for ice Just got all the gear check Took the ice rods out in the boat and checked them
Comment from : @zachburger7126

“Late ice ice”
Comment from : @ferdafern4715

10” G2’s are released now!! Wooo, that is on my wish list this year Great Vid, Jay
Comment from : @m3ga008

Have you ever tried a trophy strike electric auger ?
Comment from : @jasonfunk747

I have the v1 ion and its good other than the blades are crappy and dull very easily Plus new blades are 50-60 bucks in canada which is lame
Comment from : @MikeSmith-du9gh

I broke my hand on the cordless drill bit auger last year Never again lol
Comment from : @bmack8505

Propane is even better
Comment from : @Noobish_Camper55

I’m want to move to Canada
Comment from : @johnnewman8431

Great vid!! I’ve been on the fence a while now about those augers! I will be picking up the 10 incher!! brbrThank you for the review!!👊🏻
Comment from : @stevemorovek6470

Can’t wait for ice fishing so I can sit and drink beer
Comment from : @minkmink410

I just grabbed an Ion 8 X in clearance at Canadian Tire Should get me 1000", says 1600"brbrI've run it a few times in my living room Is it wrong that it gives me a chubby?
Comment from : @billmcarthur2012

New sponsor, eh?
Comment from : @ThePhil737

The best that I have used still is the drill setup Get a nice drill, and a nice auger, weights nothing and during the warm season, you have a nice drill
Comment from : @SimbaaCS

I bought a G2 last year on clearance at a local retailer and it has been amazing
Comment from : @schucker88

I saw ice and I instantly clicked
Comment from : @adamg3956

Greatnow I want to go ice fishing so bad!! HA HA brGreat video as always! Will we see a head to head, StrikeMaster vs ION G2?
Comment from : @mattwiebe7744

I bought a K drill two years ago and love it I also bought a refurbished Milwaukee M18 fuel drill that runs great I make a case for this set up because you have a drill for projects around the house
Comment from : @1pointcalvinist

Thanks for the review man should be helpful for someone in the market Can’t wait for ice season I was on the fence last year about which auger yo get Had the opportunity to try both the ion and strike master Ended up sticking with the ion gen1 10” Not for any particular reason other than it was green😂 because both ran well A rifle rack for a four wheeler works well to hold mine to my sled
Comment from : @nt_wicked_bunch2717

Whatever you get make sure you bring a hand auger 😂
Comment from : @WetBandits69420

Thanks Jay, I have been looking at a new Ice Auger as my ancient Jiffy has about 18 seasons on it Was looking at the propane models but am now seriously leaning to the Electric Auger side Too bad you couldn't do a 10" comparison of the Ion, the Strikemaster and the new Jiffy E6 Lightning 10" I'm waiting for the Fall sales to kick in but in my area they are all around the $80000 to $84000 mark which is almost double a gas version, but given their light weight, no mixing fuel, no storage issues, no starting issues I can justify the extra outlay of cash The only real question is the durability of the machines My old Jiffy owes me nothing and has been a faithful companion for almost two decades,I guess we'll see what this new generation can do!! Thanks again, and keep that fantastic looking content coming!!!
Comment from : @canucklehead0

I was literally comparing augers before I saw this pop up; spooky stuff, man!
Comment from : @LaegreidOutdoors

Wait you have ice on the water already? That’s incredible
Comment from : @andydavis9816

My buddy who’s family owns a bait shop sell these electric augers, there cool but I can afford these since I’m a broke college kid, luckily my dad moved to Georgia so he gave me his old gas auger from probably the early 90s? It’s got its problems but works for me, what it really needs is new blades, the cool thing is I can fit all my ice fishing gear in the back of my college car and once classes are done for the week I just head right to the lakes!
Comment from : @spondal1

I live a 3 hour drive away and am surprised how much ice you have already lol, we have nonebrbrI used to have a 10" Jiffy STX that was good to me for several years until on day the gas tank sprung a leak from the grommet holding the fuel intake It wouldn't prime/start and gas leaked all over the ice I said never again and that day drove to Fort Francis and bought a new Ion From Canadian Tire Extremely satisfied with it! Never going back to gas power, not for anything on the ice anyway
Comment from : @differentfins

Is there a ten inch bit yet?
Comment from : @larsohara1506

Wow ice already lol 🤪
Comment from : @Fishing2day

Plastic? Yeahhhhh no thanks lol
Comment from : @arenaissanceishman6689

I’m ready for the ice! Boat is put away for the winter, and now the one month lull before first ice! Thanks jay for helping to scratch the itch!
Comment from : @kylelarson5067

whhhaaaaa first ice already lol
Comment from : @RushVoorhisOutdoors

Thanks for watching! As noted in the description, this was filmed in March Will be a couple weeks till we have fishable ice
Comment from : @JaySiemens