One man shacks!!

[pheasantpro10]

I have a quick question. I'm looking at a one man shack and was wondering if anyone has the clam kenai I just want something light,and to keep me out of the elements. I have the otter lodge but it's just alot of weight to lug around by myself and I usually fish alone except when my kids want to go. Any help would be greatly appreciated thanks.

[Mid-Lake Rock]

A friend has the Kenai and likes it. I have the Scout and I would spend the extra $30 or $40 for the scout due to better seating. I load my rods, baits, ice scoop, tip ups, flasher, buddy heater and other gear into the sled and can lift the Scout and put in the the back of my truck. Really easy to pull with the light weight. It does allow me to get on some lakes that do not have roads to access. I've used in in temps down to -20 and have no problem staying warm with the small buddy heater. Most of the time I don't use a heater.

[Rippinlip]

I have the older version of the Kenai (without the door) and its nice, but I would also spend the extra to get a better seat and a door.

Fishhouse itself is great, east to heat and able to move alot without much hassle.

[jdstrup]

I have the older, doorless Kenai and like it a lot. I bought a boat seat and put it in there to replace the bench, along with lights and reflectix. I also use a RAM rail mount for the flasher so it doesn't take up any floor space. I run a buddy heater and it's almost too warm. A nice, light setup that takes 2 minutes to knock down and load into the pickup.

[pheasantpro10]

It's good to see a picture I haven't looked at them yet but I see there is some room in there, I know it will be tight. What is the bench like, or is a seat better? Thanks for your info it's just nice to see what people think they don't have reviews on them yet. Ripinlip I met you on your favorite lake a couple years ago with my neighbor Frank we call you when we need some info on ice conditions and the bite over there thanks for showing us your hot spot too hope we can meet up again this year.

[B-man715]

I bought a Kenai this spring at the end of the season. My old Pro was getting worn out and I got a steal of a deal on the Kenai.

I haven't hit the ice with it yet, after that I might decide to do some mods. Its so light I'm not sure if I want to add any weight.....

I bought a new mini buddy heater that will work great in it.

I think you would enjoy its size verses its weight.

Can't wait to get it out!

[Northlander]

Have you checked out the Otter Pro Thermal Cottage? Very nice 1 man house. Or you can get into the 1 man Wild Thermal Top Cottage series. Check out all your options at www.otter.com and see if something fits your needs there.

[FisH_SLaYer24]

I also have the older doorless Kenai. I didn't care much for the original bench/seat that came installed. I went out and purchased one of the old Clam Pro/Yukon/Voyager Grey Padded seats and installed that. Other than the seat, I have nothing to complain about with the Kenai. I'd recommend putting the hyfax on as well to prevent wear and tear on the tub, if you do end up purchasing this portable.

Good Luck,

Chris

[minnangler]

I bought a Kenia last year and love it! Yea the bench seat isn't the most comfortable but I take a regular square boat cushion and put it on top of the clam seat and its very comfortable. The extra heigth that the extra cushion gives is great. The sled is a little deeper and longer that the scoout but that allows me to make sure everything is stored secuely inside the tub when walking a distance.

[pheasantpro10]

I have checked out the otters and I do have a small otter sled but I just can't swing that much money now. I bought a pack shack last year but that just doesn't cut it so I thought that this little clam would suit my needs alittle better. I would like to stay about the $200 range.It's nice to here the input though. Thanks

[mccullen]

I went on Greg's list and got a Fish Trap Pro w/ hyfax,cover, and tow bar for $200. Has a nicer fold down seat. A little bigger shack with a lot nicer seat for your price range. Plus all the extras! Just an idea if you want a little more for your money, buy used. they're all over the place

[Rippinlip]

pheasantpro,

I bought mine used last year before season and it really got used alot, think I only had the 2 man out once or twice.

I remember meeting you, always nice to meet other fisherman.

Hoping our paths can cross again this year.

[NCLaker]

I went on Greg's list and got a Fish Trap Pro w/ hyfax,cover, and tow bar for $200. Has a nicer fold down seat. A little bigger shack with a lot nicer seat for your price range. Plus all the extras! Just an idea if you want a little more for your money, buy used. they're all over the place

Luv my Fishtrap Pro ... I have the exact same setup. You got a great deal at that price.

[sweatervest76]

Bought a Kenai used last year for $120, fished probably 5 times out of it and was very comfortable. Bench seat isn't the best, but I just threw an extra cushion on it and was good. Heated with a very small propane heater and had to shut it off often otherwise it got too hot. Very light, pulled it by hand and had all my gear tucked inside. I bought the cover for it and I put all my fishing gear in it and throw it in the pickup by myself.

[Bullwinkled]

I have had the Pro for 4 years. Put Reflectix in two years ago, heat with the small round buddy,minimal condensation.I like the room, have rockers for rod holder works great.

[Chode2235]

I fish out of an Otter Den, and really like the width for a 1 man shack.

Not only can you fish 2 holes a lot more comfortably, but you can get what you need in the sled without a problem.

The otter sleds can be a bit heavy for pulling, but theyre durable and I love my otter den.

[Chode2235]

I have checked out the otters and I do have a small otter sled but I just can't swing that much money now. I bought a pack shack last year but that just doesn't cut it so I thought that this little clam would suit my needs alittle better. I would like to stay about the $200 range.It's nice to here the input though. Thanks

You can find a couple otter dens or cabins on a-sales-site for less than that right now.

[Matt Johnson]

The options available for one person portable fish houses have come along ways and now we have an option for darn near every situation. Clam offers a total of 6 portable flip over shelters geared towards one person...

Trapper

• SET UP SIZE: L 87” x W 35”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 58”

• PACK SIZE: L 50” x W 36” x H 14”

• WEIGHT: 38 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 11 SQ. FT.

Kenai

• SET UP SIZE: L 98” x W 35”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 62”

• PACK SIZE: L 59” x W 35” x H 17”

• WEIGHT: 50 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 8 SQ. FT.

Scout TC (thermal cap)

• SET UP SIZE: L 87” x W 36”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 58”

• PACK SIZE: L 50” x W 36” x H 14”

• WEIGHT: 53 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 11 SQ. FT.

Kodiak

• SET UP SIZE: L 110” x W 38”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 70”

• PACK SIZE: L 63” x W 38” x H 22”

• WEIGHT: 60 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 13 SQ. FT.

Pro TC (thermal cap)

• SET UP SIZE: L 80” x W 45”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 60”

• PACK SIZE: L 45” x W 36” x H 22”

• WEIGHT: 52 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 13 SQ. FT

Jason Mitchell Pro Thermal (full thermal)

Features:

• Removable padded swivel seat with backrest

• Full Thermal shelter for added warmth and condensation reduction

• Front & Rear doors for easy access

• Seat moves front to back and left-to-right

• Includes EZ Glide Pole System

• NEW bait well for quick & easy access

• NEW sled lights illuminate fishing area and sled

• Battery bracket included

Specs:

• SET UP SIZE: L 80” x W 45”

• CENTER HEIGHT: 60”

• PACK SIZE: L 45” x W 36” x H 24”

• WEIGHT: 60 LBS

• FISHABLE AREA: 13 SQ. FT.

If you're looking to run and gun then the Trapper, Scout TC or Kenai work well because you don't have to extend any poles. If you're looking for a ton of room out in front of you then the Kodiak is a good choice. And if you're looking for overall comfort and versatility then the Pro TC and Jason Mitchell Thermal Pro are your go-to options.

I'm going to use the Jason Mitchell Thermal Pro this winter. Last winter I used the Pro TC and really enjoyed it, but now that there is a full thermal option I'm going to make the switch. I used a Kenai two years ago and that was an excellent house for serious hole-hopping.

No matter the situation, there are one person options out there!

[McGurk]

I have a Frabill Recon, and have really liked the tidy and lightweight package. It's like the Predator Drone of Ice fishing. My F.I.L. is looking at one man options and we both like the roominess and build of the Frabill Pro. No sliding poles, padded high-back seat included, 4-way sliding seat position for packing and unpacking gear, and good windows and door placement. Don't get me wrong, it is a huge and heavy (and expensive) tank of a one man, but he gets almost claustrphobic in a fishhouse and likes his room..

Setup: 123"L x 40"W x 75"H

Folded: 66"L x 40"W x 18"H

Fishable Area: 57"L x 40"W (15.8 sq. ft)

Weight- 98 lbs

[Eric_Kruger]

I have a Frabill Recon, and have really liked the tidy and lightweight package. It's like the Predator Drone of Ice fishing. My F.I.L. is looking at one man options and we both like the roominess and build of the Frabill Pro. No sliding poles, padded high-back seat included, 4-way sliding seat position for packing and unpacking gear, and good windows and door placement. Don't get me wrong, it is a huge and heavy (and expensive) tank of a one man, but he gets almost claustrphobic in a fishhouse and likes his room..

Recons have a door now?

Setup: 123"L x 40"W x 75"H

Folded: 66"L x 40"W x 18"H

Fishable Area: 57"L x 40"W (15.8 sq. ft)

Weight- 98 lbs

[McGurk]

Quote:

Recon's have a door now?

No, the Recon (DLX) does not have a door. That is a pic of the "Pro."

[pheasantpro10]

Thanks for the replies. Chode, is that otter deal with the poles and canvas I looked on G.M. HSOforum and saw they had the I think the cabin for $299 but it doesn't say anything about the poles. I haven't had time to call and ask but I would like an otter more than any other shack just because I haven't had anything wrong with my lodge but I don't have to worry about anybody else with a one man so it really doesn't matter to me it's the wife letting me get one. Sorry for the chatter just excited to get on the ice thanks to all!!

[Eric_Kruger]

I was gonna say thats nice if they added a door to the recon! But I guess I will have to wait for a deal to come along on a commando.....lol

[McGurk]

The recon is too small for a door. You would have to crawl out on hands and knees to use one on the recon. As they are they are so easy to flip up and down there is no need for a door on them, as you wouldn't need one on the smaller clams either.

[Eric_Kruger]

I see what your saying. the door on my scout tc is almost to low to climb out of sometimes....lol