I asked Jay what was best auger a month ago. Sure he works with Ion but I still trusted him and got the 8” alpha + and will never go back to my, what I thought was great, propane Eskimo. This alpha + is the real deal and has literally taken a chunk of weight out of my sled. For an old dude pulling gear without a snowmobile it’s a big deal! Thnx Jay for advice!

@beaubjarnason4759

Жыл бұрын

I have a propane Eskimo and love it. Buy this looks like the next one for me.

@05yamahayfz

Жыл бұрын

I did the exact same thing. Went from an Eskimo P1 to the alpha plus and so far loving it

@jBigjohndoe1971

Жыл бұрын

Try the Kdrill, then you also have the single hand operation drill for ice spikes..

First a CSO video and now a Jay Siemens video! Can Monday get Any better?!

@liluziburnt7678

Жыл бұрын

Was just thinking that myself! Just finished Clayton's vid half an hour ago lol this worked out perfect for a Monday!!

@TheOntarioangler-vv6np

Жыл бұрын

No

@dustyroads204

Жыл бұрын

Asst meats fishing vid drops @ 17:00 hrs!! 🙌🏾

@radfishguy6784

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget Tom Boley!

I'm still running the original 8" Ion I purchased new years ago. drilled thousands of holes. Already wore out 1 flighting. Best auger ever! Forever green!👊

I bought a brand new R1 at the end of 2020 and just upgraded to the Alpha 8” and I am psyched! Very slick and trimmed down, the light is also a game changer for me because of how often I chase smelt at night. Great video as always, Jay! Tight lines 😎🤘🏼

The underwater and through ice views were amazing, also awesome aerial view at the end with ION Alpha. You never disappoint with the videography in your videos. Keep up the great work Jay! And tight lines!

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton!

Keeping your battery warm throughout the day is always the denominator that these videos don't cover. You can drill 20 holes out the gate, but if you let your battery sit out in the cold it will lose a lot of juice. Heated socks usually does the trick.

Great stuff! Nice to get professional testing. Keep it up!! Darlington bridge was always a great place to fish in all seasons.🤘

Maybe the best real world Tech review I've ever seen! Well done Jay!

Man the time and love you put in your videos

That’s wild! Can’t say I’ve ever drilled 62 holes in 1 day 😂 I might have to get an ion auger soon! Those things are sweet! Awesome video Jay!

I purchased a Proyama auger, I've been using a friends old hand auger and finally decided to buy a one, under $100, how could you go wrong. Its unbelievable! I hooked it up to my DeWalt XR 20v drill and it will cut through 12 inchs of ice in less then 15 seconds! I drilled around 20 holes with a 2ah battery! Even using the hand crank it cuts good! I will never go back to using a hand auger after using this setup with a drill. Awesome Price, Awesome Performance, Awesome Product!

Just got mine the other day! Absolutely love it!

I have a G2 and the battery crapped out after a year. I reached out to Ion and they gave me 2 new 4 amp hours free with very little effort on my part and got me back on the ice. Great company to back it up like that and to keep developing an already awsome product. Keep pumping out the content and hope to see a Jay vs Clay ice edition this season.

@joef.2908

Жыл бұрын

That might be why these models are nearly 1000 dollars!

@funeralman9712

Жыл бұрын

@Joe F. just picked up my 8" alpha for $450 new the deals are out there

@johngardner3441

Жыл бұрын

@@funeralman9712 where'd you get it at?

@funeralman9712

Жыл бұрын

@John Gardner mine was from Blaine farm and fleet Not sure if it was a one off product because I never saw them Restock it They only had one in stock when I bought it but it was marked down $50 for some odd reason considering it's just the beginning of our ice season

@funeralman9712

Жыл бұрын

@John Gardner it was also in store purchase not online And personally I would stay away from the used units I know it's tempting I went on Facebook marketplace looking for them myself However these people are ridiculous thinking that in 8 year old gen one is still worth $350 When you can buy the latest model for 500

And excellent breakdown per usual jay.

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I have the ION X 10 inch auger I bought at bass pro shop in 2017, still using the original battery and blades….in 2 ft of ice it will easily drill 30 plus holes! I love the ION augers, no complaints!

@differentfins

Жыл бұрын

I am on my 4th season with original blades, never replaced or evensharpened! I also do what many people say ruins blades which is overlapping holes to cut a sight fishing hole. In theory bad, in real life practice.... I cant say it ruins blades.

It’s a beast! So light, so fast, buttery smooth

That's a showcase and half!!! I was already going for ION so it's really cementing my decision! Still undecided between getting the 8 inches metal flight, to at least get hands on one and buying the 10 inches composite or the other way round... Anyhow, amazing drone shot at the end!! 🤘🎣

Can't wait to my 10" out there. Great vid!

Got this for my dad after looking at these videos (Alpha + 8). I had bought him the Ion R1 10inch previously, he complained the 10inch hole is too big and fish sometimes would pop off the hook in the hole and get away! I can say the composite flite is worth the extra money, saves a lot of weight especially if you are on foot.

Well done Jay.

Nice touch at the end there!

I laughed so hard at the dial tone and Windows sounds. Good stuff!

Jay, you're a Robot!! Good stuff!

Picked one up at the Fargo Ice Show. Can't wait to try it out this weekend.

@walleyejim8903

Жыл бұрын

Spammer!

Wow nice . Going on my wish list

You're a legend, Jay

Love the ending nice artwork

The Ion I have I've been using for 4 seasons now. It's been great. I've never had a battery die while fishing. Even drilling enough holes to cover a football field for crappie fishing. I'd buy another when this one needs to be replaced

Just bought the alpha with the 8 inch steel, and I love it

I just bought the alpha plus 10 inch this morning I’m stoked

Im running the 60volt 9ah battery 60v mud DeWalt mixer with 8" nylon e-drill combo 17.5 ilbs. OP! With e-clutch. Variable speed trigger

Just ordered the 10in alpha plus. Wanted to try it out 😊

I bought the strike master last season and loved it. Started this season in Alaska a few weeks ago, and had something in the gearing shred 😔 guess now's as good a time as any to upgrade to Ion!!! Awesome video Jay, as always!!!

With livescope, my 8" pistol bit and my 10 year old Milwaukee m18 drill with a 9Ah battery I have gone an entire weekend without changing batteries. I mentioned the livescope because you drill about 1/4 the amount of holes using it. Spend your money on livescope and save it on the auger. I would guess an avrage fisherman with livescope will drill fewer than 25 holes in a day of casual fishing. Obviously there are limitless variables but no matter how you slice it an auger able to cut 50+ holes is going to be unnecessary if you invest in live sonar. And to be fair, I'm a little biased because I bought the original ION because all the bits were sold out at the time and that auger was the worst 500 dollars I ever spent! And as they do every year, they come out with a new one and yours is immediately worth half what you paid for it even if it has 30 holes on it. Everyone who has bought the first 3 generations of junk IONs paid for the research and development of this new Alpha. Doesn't sit well with me.

Great video, and you sold me on the electric auger

Have had lots of augers during my 35 years of ice fishing. The Alpha? It is a BEAST!!!! Can they get any better? Best auger yet!!

Didn't think I would watch 16 minutes of hole drilling, but I did!

Luv our Ion, (forget which version / older) my issue is not with the machine itself, never any issues. My issue is after several hours out in the cold and wanting to drill more holes, battery being cold the unit starts having issues due to weak cold battery. It's a big battery to keep on you to keep warm But we've learned to live with it. The other benefits out way our issue anyways.

Okay I’m sold! Lol I was highly against the first and 2nd gen ion augers but a buddy told me about this alpha gen and after watching this I’m thinking of jumping ship!

i really need one of this !!!!

Good video. Tell me a little bit more about that bump board where did you get it

Amazing 👏

A little off the wall but I liked it! I don't drill 260 holes in a year so will be sticking with the " Armstrong" model. Have a merry Christmas season!

The Canadian version of a situp looks challenging. I just bought an ION Alpha, so I can attempt those situps too.

I have an ion g2 10” with a composite flight, and 3 batteries - built for Lake Winnipeg!

Been using my milwaukee drill with the pistol and flight auger a couple years now. As a hole hopper on the move kinda ice fisherman. I was shopping this year for the 40v strikemaster or 40v alpha and comparing it. I can't pull myself too buy one as both are imo heavy. Maybe another time when I decide to get an ice house.

You never cease to entertain Jay....lol Love that auger...but until I win the lottery I will have to just keep using my 10 year old milwaukee 18 volt drill on my 8 inch manual auger....lol... tell ion to build a electric auger us mortal humans can afford. That thing costs more than my ice shack...would love to have one ...but if I bought one the wife would have me sleeping in my truck...lol.. Great vid...can't wait for the next one.. From my super sunny igloo on the mountain D. ⛰️

@joef.2908

Жыл бұрын

An eskimo pistol but on your old drill is more than enough.

@RAM-19

Жыл бұрын

@@joef.2908 what I have now chews through 33 inches of ice (that's how much we had in my neck of woods end of last season)...Rapala 8 inch manual auger...4.5 amp hour battery was getting me about 12 holes...not going to do a hundred with one battery...i own 4 batteries so thats lots.. used it 2 years now and never let me down...(I fish a lot)... Have a good one...

love my striker 24v

Wow that auger is crazy

Finally catchin up to strikemaster!

That cuts so much faster than my Ion XC5 that I've had for 4+ years! I will not replace it as long as it still works but when I do.... 😏

My ion alpha 10" just was delivered this week, I'm getting older now and as light as this is, it's definitely going to keep me ice fishing longer as the years go on, and now I'm waiting on ice here in southern Michigan, can't wait to get out there and see , but just from the savings in wight I gave my gas auger away.

@johngardner3441

Жыл бұрын

I'm also in southern Michigan waiting on freeze up where'd you get it? and how much?

@MrBillbuster

Жыл бұрын

@@johngardner3441 on sale for 624 Amazon

Loved my 10" G2 but after seeing a KZread video on the Alpha being 2x as fast I had to get one. Funny thing is I never thought to myself I wish my G2 was faster. I feel like we are finally to the point of gas auger speed in a battery auger. First time out with the Alpha+ i drill 11" of fresh hard ice in 5.75 seconds!🔥

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

Right on!

One thing I've noticed when I'm running and gunning. When it's really cold. with my old gen 1 ion. The battery doesn't last as long but you bring it in your ice shanty and you let it warm up you can warm up and go back to blasting holes.

@ShadowBassin

Жыл бұрын

Try Reusable hand warmers in a pouch or 6 pack cooler bag. Amazing deal on huge back warmer ones at princess auto if You are in Canada. Called - 6 pk Reusable Therapeutic Heat Packs on sale $5 (2 back warmers)

@damienslominski6455

Жыл бұрын

@@ShadowBassin I actually got a deal when I bought it and it came with an insulated carrying case. Works good unless you have the battery in the auger and forget to put it in the case lol

@ShadowBassin

Жыл бұрын

@@damienslominski6455 Nice, I have been looking for a (reasonably priced) 6 pack cooler bag without much luck. Lots of large ones around for about the same price. Probably going to wrap battery and warmer in a towel inside a first aid kit belt pouch I have ....Alpha 10 should be here tomorrow.

I can just see that group of kids coming around the bend to play some hockey and their favorite spot is now just a honeycomb of holes.

What benefits is there vs the Kdrill? 12.5lbs with the 12.0ah battery and protective cover and milwaukee drill. Varying speed, packs away in its insulated case inside the hut after use and in my opinion packs away smaller then the ion. I'm on board for the new alpha for sure but not sure if it's a good upgrade or not.

Okay I really want to know whether to choose the Ion or Strikemaster? Also what would make you choose the 10". I have the 7.5 K-drill now

THAT AUGER HAS FLUTTERS NAME ALL OVER IT LOL 😍 BUT IM ON CRUTCHES NOW DANG IT. I BETTER BE ABLE TO GO ICE FISHIN THIS WINTER. 🤞

25x25 part had me laughing pretty good

yeahhh is the best !!

Nice

My gen 2 on our ice 8 inches does over 300 holes on 32 it does like 125 which is still alot so honestly pick what auger u can afford and like

I live in Labrador and it’s generally very cold, how does the battery withstand the cold? I used a drill set up last year but the battery didn’t last long in the cold

I got an ion alpha ad during this video 😂

I fish in sand pits where the ice is often impregnated with sand. For that reason I went with a auger with chipper blades. Does the Ion offer that option?

I think You need to come and try that out on some of my spots. (Don't pay attention to me Autochart Mapping behind You) 🤫 My Alpha 10 should be here tomorrow.

Hey Jay. Looking to upgrade my original ION. Any discount code?

Amazing !

ION approves this message.

@ionaugers1219

Жыл бұрын

Can confirm.

Chipper blades are always going to be supreme over straight edge. Easier to redrill holes and doesn't freeze up in colder temperatures. Kdrill and Jiffy have this beat for that one reason.

You should do a battle video vs the strikemaster 40v lite.

@tacklecentralfishing1051

Жыл бұрын

@Jaysiemens1_ oh sweet, send me your banking info and please route through a bank in Sweden. But seriously, bugger off....just proving you ain't real.

the gen 1 ion 8inch auger gets how many holes per battery

New meaning to Swiss cheesed

You know you made it when you’re in the commercial for ion that played before the video people are about to watch that’s a commercial for ion lol

I want one so bad!

@cargage9523

Жыл бұрын

Love mine!

“If you can’t find fish after 250 holes find another sport”😂

26” of ice early Dec? I’m not ready to move to Canada. 😂

My Eskimo gas auger is still going strong after 10 years but these are starting to get tempting. How do the steel shaft version work compared to the composite?

@jesseking4924

Жыл бұрын

Yes also curious to this as well

@ionaugers1219

Жыл бұрын

Hi Todd! The composite and steel bits are essentially the same, and will perform the same (same Turbo Blades, size, ect). The main difference between the two is weight.

What bump board is that??

I'm a thick ice fishermen, do these have the ability to use extensions, my augar I need to run 2 extensions on it. But I'm looking to replace it with something from this century.

@cargage9523

Жыл бұрын

Yep they sure do just fine!

@RogueStatusX

Жыл бұрын

Yes that is an option with these augers

im still on same charge from 2.5inches of ice on my 5ah strikemaster 40v. ive cut over 150holes. last 30holes were 9inches of ice. i've used 1 out of 4 bars on the battery. #strikemaster

@toadsangling3078

Жыл бұрын

Same I have a foot of ice here in Alberta and my strikemaster 40v is doing unreal

@DRIFT_MOTORSPORTS_INC

Жыл бұрын

@@toadsangling3078 amazing auger.

How much do these run for

Should have done the ice circle like Aaron lol

Great I have the first ion now I will be getting this new one. Thank you for the review. Do you know how much cold it can stand? We have -45 to -50 in the middle of winter. I can test it for you or ION if you like. I use the 10 inch size. Have a great day.

Jay do you think you could make it thru a whole season without changing or sharpening the blades on the auger?

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

Yup!

@zerocool212121

Жыл бұрын

depends on how many holes depth etc. some areas have sand an abrasives blow on the ice which eats blades as its literally sand paper. its a blade like any other beat the shit out of it you will need to sharpen it more often.

I’m hopping to get an ion ice auger for Christmas if I do get it it’ll probably be the r1 but i just turned 13 so im not going to ask for to much like the g2 or the alpha but an electric auger will be game changer for me when drilling a bunch of holes for tip ups hole hopping and fishing tournaments i have tried the r1 before and I like it a lot but not many people trust me with there expensive equipment but im probably catching more fish than them and bigger fish (and for those if you’re wondering my dad doesn’t just do all the work a lot of the times I’m just out there on the mission) thanks for the awesome vid jay

Not 1st comment but 1st in my heart :)

@blaahster

Жыл бұрын

Love you guys

@ernieferguson9513

Жыл бұрын

I am not Clayton Schick, but this is the outdoors.

🤣🤣 hahaha love it... "if you can't find the fish after 250 holes you should probably find a different sport!"

I want to get me an electric one but just unsure of how they will operate in extreme cold. Maybe I'll just buy one and make my own video at -30* or -40* to really test it out!

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

just need to keep a battery warm!

@RogueStatusX

Жыл бұрын

i used my first gen in -10 degree temps and left the auger on the ice without even taking the battery in the shack for 3 days and never had to charge the battery. Didn't pop 100's of holes probably around 50-70 but there was no sluggishness from my first gen and that was in 2014. In -20 to -40 temps in Alaska i would definitely remove the battery and keep it warm - you won't have an issue.

@sapperROSS

Жыл бұрын

I've seen people struggle to start their gas or propane augers in the cold, I keep my milwaukee batteries warm and can drill 10 holes before they get their auger started. Electric also drills holes much faster

@RogueStatusX

Жыл бұрын

@@sapperROSS propane augers gum up at -20 its not even a viable solution but i agree with gas augers not starting period - aint worth the trouble

I really need a money tree...lol

You sir, you're gonna cost me a lot of money here sooner than later. 😉

I just imagine someone stumbling upon this randomly and wondering wtf someone was doing drilling 265+ holes in a small area

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

I don’t get any where near the performance I expected. I bought a G2 at the end of last season. I did it in part because of recommendation of people like Jay and Clay. I remember the heart jay drilled last year on a video. I got 17 holes out of one battery. The ice was about 2.5 feet thick. I just used it this weekend drilled 8 holes 9” thick display says 1/2 battery. I really wish I waited until this year. Maybe the Alpha really has better performance. I don’t know how any of these drills would ever get 2000 ft of ice.

@JaySiemens

Жыл бұрын

Hey, that doesn't sound right. Sometimes there is a bad battery. I'd contact customer service, they'll definitely be able to help you out.

@hngloose2

Жыл бұрын

@@JaySiemens your the best Jay. You are genuine and honest. That is why I went with ion. I can’t believe you still answer your fans comment. It doesn’t matter which battery I use I get the similar performance. I can try to contact customer service but when I asked at the location I bought it from they just said that Is all I can expect from a 10” auger. I wish I could switch to the alpha it really seems to kick butt compared to my expectations. Take care. Keep being you.

Now you should see how many holes a gas auger will do just for laughs lol

Just got my 10" ion alpha today! Now I can catch fish like JS!! 🤣 More like my wife will catch fish.like Sam!

I really wan to see a truck drive over that many holes but 26 inches they'd probably be fine

Pisses me off! I just upgraded to the G2 last year and now this comes out!! Dammit!

I had to do a double take when reading this title "is the best electric ice auger" 😂 sure made me click on it.

1560” of ice 🧊 😮 🎉

I bought the New Ion Alpha drilled 10 holes and it completely quit working.