Fish Trap Voyageur Questions

[Ebiz]

Considering a Fish Trap Voyageur, had a couple questions for those who you who have one already

1. Does anyone know what the collapsed dimensions are? The web site lists the set-up size as 93" x 72" but it doesn't say what sled size is? I have a 2000 Blazer and am wondering if it would fit in the back or if I would need a separate trailer.

2. Is this thing feasible to pull around the lake by hand? Disregarding deep snow, can I get around okay with it.

Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

[Blaze]

I don't have the dimensions handy right now, but for what i's worth, I used to slide mine in back of my 96 Explorer and the hatch closed easily. It was right up to the door, but fit well.

Pulling by hand is feasible, but you'll soon understand the need for a sled or a wheeler.

I love my Voyager.

[jumboperch]

I cant help you with the dimensions right off hand, but I pull my voyageur around. I dont have a four wheeler so walking is my only way of getting around until you can drive on the ice.

[jigging-matt]

I have a Voyageur, it is 6 foot long. not sure of the width, but it is somewhere around 3 feet wide. It is a great setup. I did some nice mods on the inside for storage, but kept weight in mind. Made a foam insert for buckets, lantern, etc, then added a basket for odds and ends, then built a box for the poles. carpeted it all in marine blue indoor outdoor. will try to get some pics and post them. Put on the hyfax and it pulls by hand really nice. Not as nice as when it is behind the wheeler though.

[calli4120]

I had a 2000 GMC Jimmy (same thing as the blazer) and would haul my smaller fish trap guide. There was a little room left over but not much. The guide slide right in between the wheels so the voyager may need to be lifted up higher and sit on the wheels.

[Northland Sportsman]

I don't have the exact dimensions but I would tend to agree with the 6' x 3' approx size. I am guessing you could get it in the blazer but it might be tight. I can pull mine by hand, really not bad on ice if you have cleats. as the snow gets deeper, it abviously gets tougher. I do like the house very much. jigging-matt, It would be great to see pics of your mods! Good luck on the house purchase, I can't wait for ice!

[Sutty]

A short walk to a honey hole no problem, a full day of hole hopping not so much. I have been thinking about getting a small one for early ice.

[jigging-matt]

Northland, When I get off work tonight I will see if I can get them posted.

[Ebiz]

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I had a 2000 GMC Jimmy (same thing as the blazer) and would haul my smaller fish trap guide. There was a little room left over but not much. The guide slide right in between the wheels so the voyager may need to be lifted up higher and sit on the wheels.

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Yeah, I was thinking that it might be a bit too long.

[S.D. Ice Angular]

Ebiz,

I just went out and measured mine; it is 41” Wide at its widest point. I just measured it with the cover on so it would be smaller on the bottom not including the lip on the sled.

(Sorry, to difficult to measure in its current resting postion)

I have a Ford Explorer 4 Door(96) and it fits just fine but is snug. I used to put mine in the back but the problem I had was ALL your gear needs to sit inside the sled when traveling. This seams meaning less but when you are by yourself (which is 80% of the time for me) it is kind of a pain. It ends up getting heavy fast with auger, propane, heater, camera, vex, bait, lantern, rod bag, cooler with beverages, etc. you have to load the sled (Voyager) then load all your gear back into the sled through the rear hatch and side doors. This happens when you leave to the lake and when you come off the lake while in the brush. That is the big pain because you normally have to unload it after dragging it back to your vehicle load the sled then load all your gear back into the sled. (Careful, don’t spill the minnows & pail of fresh fish ).

I have mine on a trailer now it is just easier to transport especially on long trips with additional gear.

As for dragging it I agree with Sutty, hole hopping can give you a real work out.

All & All I would highly recommend this shack especially if you modify it like jigging-matt mentioned. (lets see the pics !!!)

I think you would be very happy with it assuming it fits your Blazer.

After trying several other brands and sizes I know I finally found the right fit.

S.D.

[MOBY RICHARD*]

They now have an Insulated Version Voyaguer that has the X System Poles, and still has the Flat Top Sled, so you can spread out more than the other X Series with the Up Curved Sled, which is also heavier.

You can see the New Insulated as well as the Regular, at Cabelas in Rogers or the Minneapolis Fishing Frenzy this Weekend, or at the Clam Corp Booth at the St Paul Fishing Show next Month...

Pulling by one man over long distances, full of equiptment in deep snow is more workout than enjoyment...however you can tandem a junk sled behind any unit and the pulling is a little easier...

As far as Sizes, remember the Frame Bracket and Frames Stick Out about 1 inch on Each Side, so add Two Inches plus, to the length of the sled...

[thorson]

I have the voyageur. It is big to handle by yourself. I bought a guide for when I am out alone.

I do love the voyageur for space. I use it as a 2 man but have fit 3 on occasion. I have a wheeler to pull it around especially in the snow.

[jigging-matt]

Well here goes. here are some pics of my voyageur. I made the insert out of blue foam and cut holes for 2 five gallon buckets, my latern, and 2 1lb propane tanks. the basket on the end hold rod holders and misc items, Tip up fits above the basket, and the box in the front hold all the poles for the shack, rigid hitch, and dippers. Everything stays in place, and the weight is minimal.

[Northland Sportsman]

Thanks for posting the pics. I would like to do something like that to mine, but have not found the time. Better organization should mean more time fishing and less looking for your stuff!

[Sutty]

Looks great, where did you find the foam if I might ask.

[jigging-matt]

I just got a 4x8 piece of the blue styrofoam insulation. Cut in in half, then half again. Made a double thick piece that is 2' by 4'. Glued them together, placed it in the bottom where I wanted it and marked what I needed cut out. Then I covered it with Marine blue carpet, and used long screws and screwed the basket to the end of it. Built the box this year. The Blue insulation is not supposed to breakdown when it gets wet like the white does. Not sure about the pink.

[spitz31]

I have a 99 Blazer & Fish Trap Yukon which I believe is just smaller than the Voyageur. The Yukon just barely fits in my Blazer with the backseats folded down, not much room to spare. If you are buying it new, ask to see if you can try to fit the box in your car, if the box doesn't fit, then the Voyageur probably won't either.

[jigging-matt]

Was sitting around this morning waiting to go hunting and decided to put the reflectix in my voyeageur. ran to FF and bought it, only took about 20 minutes to install. Seems like it will work pretty good. Can't wait for ice.

[Ebiz]

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I have a 99 Blazer & Fish Trap Yukon which I believe is just smaller than the Voyageur. The Yukon just barely fits in my Blazer with the backseats folded down, not much room to spare. If you are buying it new, ask to see if you can try to fit the box in your car, if the box doesn't fit, then the Voyageur probably won't either.

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I'm starting to thing I might have to go the Yukon route. Do you have any issues fitting your auger and gear in there with the Yukon?

[mhjohns]

I just put the wear runner kit on my voyager this afternoon. I bought this unit last year and it only went out a couple of times. I was a little suprised with some of the scratches on the bottom of the sled. In fact, I used my fingernail to mark where I needed my first hole to be. I thought it would be a lot harder plastic.

30 bolts later the runners were on. I guess we'll see how they work. For the size of the unit it is pretty easy to move around. My 3 and 4 year old helped me this afternoon with tools and they can both put the house up by themselves. They can do it under 2 minutes too. I should make a video for Clam

[spitz31]

I should mention the width and length of the Yukon are snug for the Blazer. As far as height, I have no issues getting a gas auger inside of the Yukon, and there is still height clearance if you have the sled full of gear. Only issue then becomes weight, hard to load/unload the sled full of gear unless you have someone with you. One thing I did to make it a little easier is to save the box and cut it down to use for sliding the house in and out. Saves you from getting snow & dirt in the car as well.

[cRaPpiEMaN8265]

i have a scout and i just bungie down my auger on top. then just put a double zippered gym bag over the head of the auger so you dont get any snow in the auger. just a thought. I trailer mine behind my snowmiblile like this

[WTN4ICE]

I have had mine for 4 years & like the size.Plenty of room for two and gear also tall enough to stand and stretch.I put a longer rope that I put around the back of my head then under my arms lean foreward and start walking.I only do this till there is enough ice to use the Indy.Overall I'm happy with it. I have a Ranger pickup and it justs fits in the box.I plan to replace the tarp with the trap link modle as a buddie has a newer one.I also bolted an old barn door hinge to one end and hook an otter sled to it to carry extra stuff.