turtle Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 I'm looking to upgrade my flip over portable hut. I've had a Frabill Commando for maybe 8-10 years and although still functions needs a repair to the tub and the main issue was the relatively small fishable area in front (11 sq ft per specs) I can punch two holes but they can't be side by side and no room for a heater in front. Any suggestions for a one person flip over with larger fishable area? I like the flip over style best for moving around when perching on Simcoe. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Enwinde Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 (edited) Clam X1 thermal would be my recommendation. Edited November 23, 2017 by Chuck Enwinde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkpie Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 (edited) I don't know what the latest generation of the clam fish trap pro is called, but I had one and it was super roomy for a 1 man. In a pinch I had 2 grown men in it on a really cold day and we managed. I'm sure they will have a current version. I went from that to a 2 man flip, and now I'm back down to a little Frabill flip hut with a pop up hub style for when I want to take the kids. Can't beat the 44lb weight.l of the little Frabill. Edited November 23, 2017 by porkpie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 5 hours ago, porkpie said: I don't know what the latest generation of the clam fish trap pro is called, but I had one and it was super roomy for a 1 man. In a pinch I had 2 grown men in it on a really cold day and we managed. I'm sure they will have a current version. I went from that to a 2 man flip, and now I'm back down to a little Frabill flip hut with a pop up hub style for when I want to take the kids. Can't beat the 44lb weight.l of the little Frabill. I agree. If you can find a Fish trap Pro...grab it. It appears they no longer make them. If you can't find one second hand somewhere, search other hut makers for ones with similar size specs. It will be a sad day for me if/when my trap pro is no longer usable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Just seen this https://www.kijiji.ca/v-fishing-camping-outdoor/city-of-toronto/eskimo-quickflip-1/1315233052?utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_ios&utm_medium=social&utm_source=sms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Maybe an Otter XT Hideout would work for you. https://www.otteroutdoors.com/product/otter-xt-hideout/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtle Posted November 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Im not sure if you are 100% on a large 1 man. I like my room in a portable. Im a walker . I have a 2 man clam and in it, I have what I need . Finder,4 rods, a small box of tackle, small 2 piece shovel, buddy heater and my electric auger. I put the unit on a smitty sled. I dont walk a mile or 2 to my spots, so it,s easy for me. A smitty makes a world of difference .. What I like best is, it is easy to just flip down, slide it on the smitty and move. On those nice easy move days, I leave it on the smitty. Just use the hut for sitting and fishing. When there is fish around, I toss the flip over. Last thing you want is unwanted guests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Enwinde Posted November 24, 2017 Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 Take a look at the Frabill Recruit as well. Bass pro and Sail have pretty much their whole lineups set up on the floor so it would be a good time to check them out.. Popular models seem to sell out quickly.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappieperchhunter Posted November 24, 2017 Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 13 hours ago, Chuck Enwinde said: Take a look at the Frabill Recruit as well. Bass pro and Sail have pretty much their whole lineups set up on the floor so it would be a good time to check them out.. Popular models seem to sell out quickly.. Thx for sharing this info Chuck. Looks good. Do you have one? The pricing is cheaper so I'm concerned about the quality/durability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch01 Posted November 24, 2017 Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 (edited) I picked up the Rapala Cruzer M1 flip over hut at Sail in Oshawa last night for $299 (reg $449). They had lots left if anyone is interested. I use a pop up when going with a group but I wanted this for when I'm fishing alone. I'm pretty impressed with the quality and space inside. Can't wait to get it on the ice. Edited November 24, 2017 by Dutch01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 24, 2017 Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 That one has lots of room. Nice buy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Enwinde Posted November 24, 2017 Report Share Posted November 24, 2017 No I don't own a recruit. I've fished out of the clam X1 and the otter and to say they are robust would be an understatement. The recruit doesn't look to be as heavy duty but unless you expect to abuse it I think it would perform just fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkpie Posted November 25, 2017 Report Share Posted November 25, 2017 6 hours ago, crappieperchhunter said: Thx for sharing this info Chuck. Looks good. Do you have one? The pricing is cheaper so I'm concerned about the quality/durability. I have a Frabill recon. Pretty much the same material as a recruit. It works well enough, but my old trap pro was better. The tub, poles and seat on the recon are sturdy and the design is simple but effective. I've seen nicer portable shacks, but I've seen a lot worse. Frabill does have the best travel cover on the market with the zipper top though. I like that feature when I'm prospecting around for fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oggie Posted November 25, 2017 Report Share Posted November 25, 2017 On 11/23/2017 at 1:21 PM, crappieperchhunter said: I agree. If you can find a Fish trap Pro...grab it. It appears they no longer make them. If you can't find one second hand somewhere, search other hut makers for ones with similar size specs. It will be a sad day for me if/when my trap pro is no longer usable. You've got that right! It's my go to hut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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