Clam 2000 will it haul?

[Supercrew]

I have a virgin Clam 2000, I carry a couple of buckets, flasher, and auger, heater, can I put it on the Clam strapped down with bungies or get a sled aswell?

[hamms-scooter]

I would recommend a sled... my dad had one of those a few years back and when he would pull it the flaps for where the holes go would fill the house up with snow.

[Supercrew]

I thought that would happen, I just don't think my 08 Ranger(1 wheel wonder) is ready to be my mode of transport yet since all the snow, and I know Tonka does not have any roads yet. Might have to get a sled and add to my storage issues !!!

[zamboni]

I have a Frabill Refuge which is basically the same thing and I use an Otter with it. The only thing I put on the house is a 5 gall bucket in the molded holes.

[DuckBlind]

Have one, I load 2 buckets, heater, vex and an auger on mine. Never had snow in my house when I get to my spot. Pulls very easy...never strap anything down. Had a few spills over the years but it is usually a pretty easy walk out.

[bigbad401]

I have a Clam 2000 and when I go out by myself or with my kid I pull two buckets with stuff inside, a duffel bag with more stuff, and a gas auger. When I say stuff I mean a heater, bait, tackle, my flasher, and some goodies to eat and drink. I have never had a problem pulling it out on any surface. I do strap my stuff down, but never had snow get inside while pulling it.

[bloc004]

I used to have a 2000, and if I was going over some terrain that was bumpy, I would open it up and put everything inside (as far away from the hinged side as possible) and then close it on top of it, and carry the bucket, since the shack is pretty light. The top would stay open at a 45 degree angle, but I didnt have to pull two things!

[mr_jman]

Do clam models 2000 or 5600 have the molded bucket holders in the floor (on top side when transporting) I know the Shappell models do and they are very helpful, but I've been looking at getting a Clam 5600 probably and was wondering if they feature them or not.

[DuckBlind]

The 2000 does...

Only problem I have with this house is the zippers, they dont connect in cold weather and I spend most of the day trying to get my house zipped shut...and when I am packing up and leaving the bars freeze up and it is almost impossible to get them down to fold up the house.

[DrSwiftwater]

I have a Clam 5600. I've been piling everything on top and pulling it out on the lakes, there aren't any molded bucket holders, but the spots where the hole covers sit will keep things from sliding around a little bit. I try to stay on a path or ice road because it is 10x easier to pull. I've pulled it through a few inches of snow a couple times this year, and sure enough, some snow does end up going inside the suitcase through the hole covers. The last time I went out, I cut a piece of clear poly and placed it underneath the portable and tucked it inside the house in a couple spots so it would stay in place, it kept any snow out of the inside of the 5600, and pulled really nice. However, the poly didn't hold up very well. As soon as I can afford it, I plan on buying an Otter sled that I can just throw everything in and pull with an ATV without worrying about anything falling off or damaging the suitcase. Of course, as soon as I can drive out, all of this is no longer an issue.

[Supercrew]

My Clam 2000 does not have molded bucket holders either, it was a gift from my wife for xmas (I was expecting a new fleece) and having been out of work since Feb. so, I think I will keep her. For years I have had a 4' x 4' suitcase house made by Mankato Tent poles on the outside and plywood folding floor, and it has to go in the truck to the holes,it does not slide anywhere. I thank all of you for your imput, this site is very informative kinda like fishin' without the chill.

[bigbad401]

My 2000 does have the molded bucket holders, and it is so nice to have them. Those allow the 5 gallon buckets to sit strapped in nicely without those moving. Good luck with your Clam 2000, it does me good.