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Ice Fishing Tents are Extremely Practical
from: Maxx Sports GuidesIce fishing doesn't require a permanent ice fishing house or even a shanty. A simple, easy to set up and collapsible ice fishing tent may be the nrdy option for anglers. An ice fishing tent is different than a camping tent, although some fishermen use traditional tents out on the ice. However, they're often not constructed in a suitable fashion.
You should consider several key factors before settling on the best model of ice fishing tent. Many tents are designed for one or two people, with larger tents available for 4 - 6 people. Tents are usually traditionally shaped or they're hexagonal in design, allowing for circular type seating around the fishing holes.
One drawback to most ice fishing tents is that the doors or flaps are on the end, which makes it difficult for fishermen to move in and out of the tent once others are seated. It also provides difficulties in heating the area, as the heater is usually located on the opposite end of the tent from the flap, which makes it harder to heat uniformly. For smaller tents, this isn't as much of an issue but in larger 4 or 6 person tents this can be a major concern.
An ice fishing tent should be easy to collapse and erect out on the lake, especially during snowy or windy conditions. All in one collapsible fiberglass frames are ideal as they eliminate the need to connect the tent poles and simply fold in on each other. This collapsible type frame eliminates the need to search for poles and parts in the snow on the lake -- a major problem during windy conditions when you're out on the flat surface of the ice.
Finally, an ice fishing tent should have a strongly reinforced bottom. The holes are usually preset in the tent, with additional fasteners to keep unused holes closed. Pegs are needed to anchor the tent to the ice, and more anchor tabs are better than fewer when it comes to securing an ice fishing tent. Without the anchors, the tent will move around on the ice with the wind, even on relatively calm days.
For anglers who enjoy spear fishing during the winter months, it's important to ensure your ice fishing tent is tall enough and has enough room to allow standing and movement. Hexagonal tents are often considered the best for this sport. Most tents fold down into backpack sized packages, complete with arm straps for easy transport. Larger ice fishing tents may be packed and moved on ice fishing sleds.
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