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Clam Command Post with Thermal

GrumpyOldCrappie

By GrumpyOldCrappie
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I am looking to buy a 6x12 portable, probably the clam command post.

Wondering if it would be worth upgrading to the thermal fabric.

My concern is the additional 20 pounds in weight because lighter is usually

better when it comes to portables. But... maybe it it would be worth it

when it comes to heating the big lodge.

Thanks for your opinions.

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buzbunni Experienced

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Unless you're hiking deep into the BWCAW for some mid-winter laker action, or have to walk a mile to your honey hole, it's worth it.

Fished out of my buddy's thermal clam yesterday.

So nice, so nice.

I have a Frabill Hub that is not insulated. Big difference between the two in terms of heat retention.

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I fished out of a Thermal flip-over and I noticed you don't get moisture dripping from the roof! HUGE advantage, I'm looking at buying a one man flip and it WILL have thermal fabric...

@#$!@#$ -- I want one. :P My Expedition rains on me.

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Do any of you guys having the issues with non-thermals use the cheap solution of an emergency blanket with foil side down draped across the ceiling? (not the cheapy blankets, the one step up that won't tear if you look at it cockeyed - ~$5 each)

I used to use one in my clam 6800, I'd have to take layers off it got so warm in there... after turning the big-buddy to low... with single digits + wind outside.

Anyways... imho - if looking to save a few bucks, the emergency blanket does the job, but is a little hassle getting up behind the supports. Disclaimer: I haven't been in a thermal to compare.

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i just bought the base camp thermal. I have only used it once but i love it. I also have a two man fish trap guide flipover style with normal fabric that does sweat but it has never bothered me to much. My next one man flip over will at least have the thermal top though. its worth the money in my opinion. good luck

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