Author Topic: What's a good ice shanty for under $300.00? (Read 1844 times)

bigrod · « **on:** Dec 10, 2008, 01:41 PM »

I am looking for a good ice shanty for 2 guys that costs under $300. Any help would be great. Thanks.

Marcum Man · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 01:43 PM »

do you want a cabin style or flip over?...MM

keepah seekah · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 01:45 PM »

InSearchOfPerch · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 01:53 PM »

If your looking for a flip over style...theres alot of models in the 3 to 400 range...but under 300 gets tough unless you buy used. The Frabill Trekker is 349 retail and I have seen them as low as $319. Its light but still made well.

If you are interested in a cabin style hub design, your options just tripled. Although, by the time you buy a sled and seats, your really not ahead.

MrMarty51 · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 01:56 PM »

My Son "Whatpole" has one of these.He has the 6X8 and it`s big enough to set a cot in with a bigbuddy heater for an overnighter.Works Great and setup is easy.
http://www.canvascraftinc.com/northlander.html

KgBnY315 · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 03:50 PM »

Quote from: MrMarty51 on Dec 10, 2008, 01:56 PM

My Son "Whatpole" has one of these.He has the 6X8 and it`s big enough to set a cot in with a bigbuddy heater for an overnighter.Works Great and setup is easy.
http://www.canvascraftinc.com/northlander.html

But a 6x8 is 115 lbs who wants to drag that around plus your gear your looking at around 130 to 140 lbs your pulling plus treading thru snow. try the smaller fish traps
http://www.clamcorp.com/fishtrap_pro.html

MrMarty51 · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 04:13 PM »

Quote from: KgBnY315 on Dec 10, 2008, 03:50 PM

But a 6x8 is 115 lbs who wants to drag that around plus your gear your looking at around 130 to 140 lbs your pulling plus treading thru snow. try the smaller fish traps
http://www.clamcorp.com/fishtrap_pro.html

I have never weighed the shanty but would guess it would come in around 60# or so.It can also handle 4 guys fishing and still have room for the heater,ETC.

bigrod · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 04:21 PM »

I don't really care if it's a cabin or a flip over. I already have a Jet Sled that I have "tweaked to accommodate me. What do you all prefer?

Boatless · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 04:26 PM »

The Eastman Ice Cube is certainly worth checking out if you've already got a sled.

JFergus7 · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 04:42 PM »

I would either look at the Fish Trap Guide. They are usually around 349 but if you do some searching you can usually find them at 299.

Or I would look at the new Clam Base Camp. At 199 comfortably fits 2-4 fisherman and is super easy to setup and transport.

filetandrelease · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 05:21 PM »

bigrod look on basspro clam 2000 229.oo shappel3000 219.oo cabelas yukon 349.00 ht polar escape 299.00 good luck shopping the last 2 are flips had a yukon and liked it

bigrod · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 10:09 PM »

I was actually thinking about the Clam 2000. Those of you that have used it, how is it? Is it durable? It's very windy where I live. Also, I have a sled I don't want to part with. Can the Clam go with it?

tarantula · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 10:14 PM »

Our Bass Pro has the Fish Trap Guide 2 person
for 249.99

REEL DeiL · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 11:07 PM »

my buddy got a clam gude for 299.99 and it is the best tent i have ever used

moph · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 10, 2008, 11:41 PM »

you could try a 6x6 hub style i think they are going for 150?

MrMarty51 · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 11, 2008, 12:15 AM »

Quote from: Boatless on Dec 10, 2008, 04:26 PM

The Eastman Ice Cube is certainly worth checking out if you've already got a sled.

I have fished{Darkhousefisher My other son} in one of these and they are nice.Setup is like about 1 minute.

DanAKAL · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 11, 2008, 05:06 AM »

I have a Eskimo Quick Fish 3 and I am quite pleased. I too pull my gear on a sled and this fits well as it is no longer than my auger. I believe this would fit into your price range and work for what you want. All of the manufacturers Frabil, Eastman, Clam, etc., are making something similar to this now. I have an Eskimo as this is what my local retailer stocks.

Dan

Icecracka46 · « **Reply #17 on:** Dec 11, 2008, 07:13 PM »

Just bought a cabelas excursion for 139.For the price it is worth a try.

skidooguy · « **Reply #18 on:** Dec 11, 2008, 07:19 PM »

Quote from: Icecracka46 on Dec 11, 2008, 07:13 PM

Just bought a cabelas excursion for 139.For the price it is worth a try.

how big is that? / what style is it?

Icecracka46 · « **Reply #19 on:** Dec 11, 2008, 07:51 PM »

Quote from: skidooguy on Dec 11, 2008, 07:19 PM

how big is that? / what style is it?

It is a 3 an and I'm 6'4" and i can stand in it with out a problem.
It is like the command post or quickfish type .it has no floor.
4 removeable and closeable windows with vents.
it comes with 8 anchor screws and a carry bag 18lbs.
setup time couple minutes.
for the money I'm impressed so far

KgBnY315 · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 09, 2009, 03:39 PM »

Quote from: bigrod on Dec 10, 2008, 04:21 PM

I don't really care if it's a cabin or a flip over. I already have a Jet Sled that I have "tweaked to accommodate me. What do you all prefer?

fish trap pro is the perfect shanty its a little bigger than the scout allowing room for all the gear and is reasonable price. the otters are nice but have to purchase piece by piece

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