11-05-2018, 02:25 PM
I bought an ION X electric auger with a 10" blade prior to last season. It is a great product although it is quite pricey. One thing I would like to suggest to everyone considering any type of battery operated auger combo is to make a battery warmer that will greatly enhance the performance.
I have a small soft bag type cooler and I place a hand warmer inside and then place the battery in a protected position in my sled. I carry several hand warmers and I can replace them as needed. Frankly last season never produced extremely cold temperatures in Utah or up in Idaho were I fished twice. The battery warmer would be invaluable if the temps get to the minus 20 degree range. It would probably make an extra battery unnecessary. An extra battery for my ION is about $150.00. I've drilled over 35 holes on some trips through 14 to 18 inches of ice and never had the battery indicator go below 50%.
Mike
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I have a small soft bag type cooler and I place a hand warmer inside and then place the battery in a protected position in my sled. I carry several hand warmers and I can replace them as needed. Frankly last season never produced extremely cold temperatures in Utah or up in Idaho were I fished twice. The battery warmer would be invaluable if the temps get to the minus 20 degree range. It would probably make an extra battery unnecessary. An extra battery for my ION is about $150.00. I've drilled over 35 holes on some trips through 14 to 18 inches of ice and never had the battery indicator go below 50%.
Mike
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