Author Topic: Ice Fishing Chairs (Read 2751 times)

TheManInBlack · « **on:** Feb 27, 2008, 07:47 AM »

For years, I used to sit on the old ice fishing bucket. However, being 6'5" having no back support, I was constantly coming home with aching backs (I usually jig for perch and set-up five tip-downs, so I have a lot of up-and-down). A few years ago, I started using those collapsible chairs that come in those bags. Well, I have now busted four of those, usually the rivets or the plastic. I don't think they fare well in the cold. My Dad has a folding aluminum hunting chair that has lasted for years, but it is a little low to the ice.

I am trying to find something durable, has back support, is not too low to the ice, and is somewhat compact.
What does everyone else use?

coldbum · « **Reply #1 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 08:05 AM »

Clam makes a folding ice fishing chair. It has a high back and also has lots of storage for rods and reels.
My buddy John got one last season and its still in good condition. I used it a few times and its pretty comfortable. I am a bit over 6 foot and 245 lbs.

raddeester · « **Reply #2 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 10:36 AM »

look in the garage sales and see if you can find one of those *old wooden folding chairs* like for beer tents, or church bbqs......they fit real flat to transport and prob can hold your big arse!!!!

TheManInBlack · « **Reply #3 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 11:12 AM »

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look in the garage sales and see if you can find one of those *old wooden folding chairs* like for beer tents, or church bbqs......they fit real flat to transport and prob can hold your big arse!!!!

My "arse" isn't the problem! I may be 6'5", but I only weigh 215 lbs!!!

I thought about the folding chair, the only issue with that is it isn't quite as compact as I would like it. I don't think it would fit in my Jet Sled too well.

I'll have to check out the chairs that Clam has. Maybe I'll see if they have a website...

flags a flyin · « **Reply #4 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 11:31 AM »

Have you tried finding a 6 gal bucket? I am a little over 6' and the little extra height makes a huge difference. I know it doesn't solve the back support issue, but it works for me.

percheyes42 · « **Reply #5 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 12:22 PM »

I have one of those Clam chairs and like it alot. It has straps on it, so you can backpack it. The backrest is a little straight up and down, but this isn't bad if you're jiggin'. All sorts of storage to it. Folds up nice and flat.

PACKERBACKER · « **Reply #6 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 03:15 PM »

I use to have the same problem but I use a 6 gallon bucket when I'm not using my flip over and found that gets me up a bit higher and my back doesn't bother me.

packerbacker

coldbum · « **Reply #7 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 03:17 PM »

http://www.clamcorpstore.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=299

Shovel74 · « **Reply #8 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 03:43 PM »

Dick's had the clam chair on sale.....there were several left, I think they were around $50.00.

GM2500HD · « **Reply #9 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 06:42 PM »

I bought one at Dick's with some gift cards I had. They too were $50.00. I like it, lots of storage and it is good and sturdy.

Good Luck!

Lobes · « **Reply #10 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 07:17 PM »

Being that tall you're at a distinct disadvantage from a lot of points of view for ice fishing. What makes it work is compactability and portability of everything. You will probably fare best with a run of the mill folding chair for something to sit on. They're often on sale for around $20.00, they're lightweight and strong. But if you get into a portable shanty you will find they eat up valuable space. I really like the advantage of being able to stand up in my DX 3000. My cousins that range from 6' 4" - 6' 8" can never do that.
Good luck.

NBG

zigal65 · « **Reply #11 on:** Feb 27, 2008, 08:42 PM »

I just got a cole capitian chair and it is great!!! i am 6'3 1/2 and it is great. plus if it breaks you an get a new one on them. The colemen store is in lake george. It is like 35 bucks and it works great

it is high and comfortable i highly recommend it!!!

TheManInBlack · « **Reply #12 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 06:59 AM »

My Dad was out at Gander yesterday and said that they marked down their ice fishing gear 20%. Maybe I'll take a drive out to Gander and/or Dick's today and scope it out...

AirManCam · « **Reply #13 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 09:01 AM »

The clam chair is sweet, but I have an HT one I picked up for $10 that folds right and and I throw it under my auger in the jet sled, works perfect!

Lobes · « **Reply #14 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 09:09 AM »

Quote from: AirManCam on Feb 28, 2008, 09:01 AM

The clam chair is sweet, but I have an HT one I picked up for $10 that folds right and and I throw it under my auger in the jet sled, works perfect!

I have a couple of those too and they are a super deal. But I think that for someone that's in the 6' 5" range it may not even work out as a foot stool. I'm built a lot closer to the ground and I wouldn't want it to be any smaller.

NBG

BojiHawk · « **Reply #15 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 09:14 AM »

Airmancan has a good rig. My bro has one of those 3 legged jobs and it allows a guy some comfort and the ability to peer down the hole, move, carry, etc. Pretty good compromise in weight, size, and comfort - which ultimately is the deal. I used to take a butter fly collapsible. Not smart. Hard to get in and out of and actually kind of bulky - even collapsed.

I consolidated a few things into one chair: I got one of those plastic molded rod locker chairs and it is very nice. Although some people say they look bulky, they offer greap protection for you gear. I put my 2 rods, lunch, drinks, GPS, tackle, gaff, scale, extra gloves, radio, 3 cans of propane, and 3 collapsible tip ups all in this chair:

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?_DARGS=/cabelas/en/common/catalog/item-link.jsp_A&_DAV=MainCatcat20166-cat601250&id=0029917112189a&navCount=1&podId=0029917&parentId=cat601250&masterpathid=&navAction=push&catalogCode=7IS&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat601250&hasJS=true

I thought they looked too bulky in the catalog and my bro got me one for x-mas. They are pretty dang nice. Heater, auger, vex and this chair and I am probably almost over geared.

firegems · « **Reply #16 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 10:27 AM »

check out the PAC SHACK- chair and a cover (similar to a one man fish trap) all in one. one bungee and it will hold tight on your sled or sling it over your shoulder- gander mtn- on sale now-under $50.00.

Fishing Phreak · « **Reply #17 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 11:44 AM »

i have the pak shack and used it last weekend and it was real good i liked it alot espeicaly for the price at gander for $45 i belive .... but its a chair and you pull the hood over you ...im a big guy ... and i had plenty of room in it has a little window and kept me warmer then standing out side lol

TheManInBlack · « **Reply #18 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 12:28 PM »

Thanks guys. I went out to Gander today and picked up their 6 gallon bucket and seat as a temporary until I find a chair that I really like. I am going check out all the options you guys listed. Anything too close to the ground is tough, by knees don't like getting up out of them, especially when you are constantly hopping up and down with the tip-downs are busy.

AirManCan, what is an HT chair?

Fishing Phreak · « **Reply #19 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 12:50 PM »

i belive the HT chair is like the pakshack ... not sure ...

salmonmania · « **Reply #20 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 01:17 PM »

i take a boat cushion with me, no weight,could be used for safety and it raises you up for faster 1/4 mile times.

abishop · « **Reply #21 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 02:38 PM »

Have any pics?

bridgedoctor · « **Reply #22 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 05:32 PM »

Now don't laugh big guy. If you want something that's strong, lightweight, and compact then think folding, shower chair with back. These puppies are comfortable. The only thing to watch for is their load capacity, ie. some have a weight limit of 250 lbs. and some up to 400 lbs. So do an online search for folding, shower chair, back. If you want comfort this is one way to go.

ebrooks22 · « **Reply #23 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 05:38 PM »

ya i got a pak shak and love it very comfortable and pree warm

fishingrip · « **Reply #24 on:** Feb 28, 2008, 06:01 PM »

Bridgedoctor,I don't know if I'm ready to trade the 4wheeler in for the rascal yet but that chair looks good.How's the fishing been on Queechee Lake? My friend lives right at the west end ,last time I fished it was in the ice storm two years ago and I ended up going thru.

bridgedoctor · « **Reply #25 on:** Mar 01, 2008, 02:03 PM »

fishingrip
I've been on Queechy once early this season, and I caught bupkis while jigging. 6 other guys using tip-ups didn't catch anything either. I haven't returned since. I find Queechy to be a tough lake to catch fish.

ICE_MONKEY · « **Reply #26 on:** Mar 01, 2008, 02:36 PM »

HT has a chair called the polar express....its a regular fold out chair that has a canopy cover....3 windows....enough room in it for a vexilar and 1 hole....works good I just dont like the way its held together at the armrest

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