Frabill Predator vs Fish Trap X2

[whateverisbiting]

I am looking at purchasing a protable 2-man and have it narrowed down to the Frabill Predator vs the Fish Trap X2. In comparison, here is what I think:

1) Predator is $100 cheaper

2) Predator has a larger tub

3) Predator has more headroom

4) X2 has more fabric, will close off wind better

5) X2 has a lighter roof, lets in light

6) X2 seems a little smoother to collapse

7) X2 packs up a little smaller overall

8) X2 can hook up to another one if desired

9) Both are about 140 lb

I think they will both be nice. Anyone have any experience they would like to share - positives, negatives?

Mike

[jabug]

compared both and went with the frabil. didn't see were it was worth 100 more bucks for an x2. also love the large tube room for all you want to bring. as far as closing off wind the pred does that very well.

[Ed Carlson]

The Frabill Predator is hard to beat. Hard to find too. They are mostly sold out for the season.

If you act fast, there is a new reduced price on X-2's at G Mtn....and they toss in a $100 gift card. That's Crazy cheap, pays for the cover and hitch and then some at the new price and the card deal.

[Trollin226]

I can't speak for the Predator, but I picked up a Frabill Magnum earlier this year and so far it has been great. I am working on mods for it right now, hope to have it done in the next day or too..

[showags]

I really don't think you can wrong with either! Given the price difference, I would give the Predator a try.

Ed, could you email me the info on the G Mtn sale? I am a buddy in the market right now. Anything on the X4?

[Ed Carlson]

Just find a GM store, get one before they all go. The $100 card is a limited deal on the X-2 only, act quick.

IF..there is any X-4's in stock in that store, you may swing the same deal as the X-2 with the manager...worth a shot anyway. They will not ship or transfer any shacks now that clearance pricing is in effect, unless you pay the shipping.

[whateverisbiting]

Good to know the Predator does not let wind through. The tent on the Predator is black and did not seem to let much light in even with the windows open...anyone have any trouble with this?

[Sandmannd]

I would go with more headroom if you are tall. If you aren't then don't worry about. But I can tell you, being able to stand up and stretch is pretty nice.

[jabug]

i did not seem to have a light problem with my pred. also the headroom is real nice i am 6 1 and have no problem standing. also putting up and taking down is real easy.