So far, every time I've flown, I've been able to carry the Simms Rod and Reel Vault onto the flight, and it fit easily in the upper storage. The Simms Tailwind Backpack impressed me the first time ...

What follows is a guide to help you choose that go-to, do-everything ice fishing rod. Believe me, each product that follows has unique features and merits; it’s just a matter of sorting through them ...