Author Topic: Best portable shack........ (Read 4302 times)

woodyth · « **on:** Sep 03, 2013, 03:32 PM »

I know it's still only September, but I'm on the hunt for a new shack. Never used a flip-over style before, coming from a Old Hecco 2 man to a quick fish 3 and just sold the quick fish 4 before the move. Time to find something new! I have been looking at a sled one but really am open to suggestions. Being back in MN opens a whole new world. I would like to think I would fish pretty much everyday after work. Let me know your opinions!
Thanks
Woody

Crappieguy79 · « **Reply #1 on:** Sep 03, 2013, 04:44 PM »

I love my clam one man kenai. Very light am easy to pull. They have a few other one man models plus for multiple anglers. There shantys are the best in my opinion.

woodyth · « **Reply #2 on:** Sep 03, 2013, 07:06 PM »

http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Clam-Fish-Trap-X2-Thermal-Fishing-Shelter-2-Person&i=692339&r=view

Someone tell me WHY this is 900?

Matty3 · « **Reply #3 on:** Sep 03, 2013, 07:32 PM »

I have a 2 man flip over clam that's great. I would strongly recommend a flip over. A friend of mine has a frabbill that is nice too. I really don't like the briefcase ice house. Seems like there is always ice in the hinges and the ground is never flat enough. I'm also from MN

walleyes4*u · « **Reply #4 on:** Sep 04, 2013, 12:36 AM »

Quote from: woodyth on Sep 03, 2013, 03:32 PM

I know it's still only September, but I'm on the hunt for a new shack. Never used a flip-over style before, coming from a Old Hecco 2 man to a quick fish 3 and just sold the quick fish 4 before the move. Time to find something new! I have been looking at a sled one but really am open to suggestions. Being back in MN opens a whole new world. I would like to think I would fish pretty much everyday after work. Let me know your opinions!
Thanks
Woody

Otter hands down

filetandrelease · « **Reply #5 on:** Sep 04, 2013, 06:32 AM »

I own an older X2, and a Kenai , Otter is an excellent choice , just make sure which ever one you buy get a set of runners to save the tub i burn up a set a season and a half and the old X2 tub is like new , if you don't have a machine a smitty sled will come in handy just an ol buzzards .02

da man cave shack · « **Reply #6 on:** Sep 04, 2013, 12:48 PM »

I like my Frabill 2 man flip. It is plenty of room form 2 and with an extra chair I have even fished 3 out of it. The seats it comes with are a little heavy but that is the only downside I have found it to have.

woodyth · « **Reply #7 on:** Sep 04, 2013, 04:32 PM »

could someone provide some photos? Trying to decide while on the road so its here when I return!

hardwater diehard · « **Reply #8 on:** Sep 04, 2013, 05:01 PM »

Since your on the road you able to visit a sporting goods store and tire kick some models? ....it seems to be a lota lil things between makes and models that turn you on or off.....sled size sled weight and center height are 3 right off the bat ....bench seats ....stadium seats ect .....the new models aren't even out yet for purchase ...don't want to get buyers remorse if you buy to early and without checking them out for yourself. http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=259932.0 check out earlier posts with new product catalog

woodyth · « **Reply #9 on:** Sep 23, 2013, 03:44 PM »

When do new ones get released? it's gettin to be that time of year again.........

Clear_Ice · « **Reply #10 on:** Sep 24, 2013, 07:33 AM »

Personally, I own a clam nanook thermal, but I have a couple things that i'd change about it. First of all, I wish the poles were more heavy duty! They're 3/4th inch round aluminium pipe. I believe that otter has 7/8th sq tubing? That sounds much more durable to me! And after one season where I fished in 30+ mph winds, my poles are starting to bend.. Just my experience I guess. Otherwise, I love the fish house!

jhoff88 · « **Reply #11 on:** Sep 25, 2013, 10:31 AM »

I am in the same boat this year, I am looking for a new flip over and am having a hard time deciding between the Otter Lodge and the Frabill Ambush DLX. No one has them out yet around here and I want to be able to check them out before I decide.

Whopper Stopper · « **Reply #12 on:** Sep 27, 2013, 02:50 AM »

Lots of good ones on the market. Many of the choices are governed by budget. If a person finds a way to afford a higher end house, in my opinion, Otter is a great choice.

WS

osiris · « **Reply #13 on:** Sep 27, 2013, 03:18 AM »

My portable is an Otter and like it better then the clam i had, but the new frabill`s with the side door would be worth checking out imo

IceCrafty · « **Reply #14 on:** Sep 27, 2013, 09:39 PM »

Quote from: woodyth on Sep 04, 2013, 04:32 PM

could someone provide some photos? Trying to decide while on the road so its here when I return!

Woody,
I have the Frabill Preditor Thermal 2 man. The thing I really like about it is that when I decide to move on the ice, I just take out the two vertical poles and I have a rope tied to the top which I use to tie up the base beam. Makes for an easy set up and move. Curently I am out of town for work but when I get home I will posts some pics with the mods I have done to mine.

jumbo chaser · « **Reply #15 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 12:24 AM »

I like my clam explorer it has 27' fish able space and 2 comfortable seats and plent of storage and 1 1/4" poles but not the fastest to move because of extending the poles to move but I like the setup

toofuss · « **Reply #16 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 11:52 AM »

I have two. One is an original gentz fish trap from the late 80's and the other is a shappell rover. They are both very similar in design but i tend to like the shappell just because its a little bigger and pulls better. These are my first flip overs and i love them i am now hunting for a two man.

addicted to ice fishing · « **Reply #17 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 12:10 PM »

Different strokes for different folks. One size does not fit all. If I were you, I would take everyone's opinion, then I would look at different makes, and models, and see which one best met my needs, and budget. Buying on someone else's opinion, without checking it out for yourself is like going on a blind date. Once in a while you find a good fit, but mostly you end up with regret. JMO.

Rebelss · « **Reply #18 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 12:19 PM »

Quote from: addicted to ice fishing on Sep 28, 2013, 12:10 PM

Different strokes for different folks. One size does not fit all. If I were you, I would take everyone's opinion, then I would look at different makes, and models, and see which one best met my needs, and budget. Buying on someone else's opinion, without checking it out for yourself is like going on a blind date. Once in a while you find a good fit, but mostly you end up with regret. JMO.

Best advice I've seen yet on a shack.

OldSailor · « **Reply #19 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 01:54 PM »

Quote from: Rebelss on Sep 28, 2013, 12:19 PM

Best advice I've seen yet on a shack.

X2----Just remember that opinions are like @$$holes, everyone has one!! Time to get out and put on some miles looking around at set up floor models! Just remember that you will be wearing winter clothing and that you will have a bunch of gear with you!! Multiply that by however many you will be in the shack with! Another thing is how are you getting it out on the ice?? Pulling by hand, or sled/atv? Weight becomes an issue when you are pulling by hand!! A lot of things to consider when shopping around!! Good luck!!

jumbo chaser · « **Reply #20 on:** Sep 28, 2013, 08:12 PM »

Ya some peoples needs are all different look online and check all see wat works best for you

woodyth · « **Reply #21 on:** Sep 30, 2013, 03:52 PM »

Thermal ambush is what I am leaning towards. How much of a difference does the "thermal" make? I plan on using my big buddy if I have to anyway.

bigred1974 · « **Reply #22 on:** Oct 01, 2013, 09:09 PM »

Have you seen it in person? I looked one over and wasnt very impressed. Id buy an Otter any day of the week

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