Clam Nanook

So over christmas i racked up the gander gift cards and am looking for a new ice house. I originally looked at the hub style ice houses but they look like a pain to use when moving around? (please give me some info). Also looked at the nanook and it looked real nice for me and my brother. if any of you have this house let me know what you think? curious about room and how portable it is cuz i move around a lot! also curious if it is durable? will it last me awhile? does it weigh a lot? things like that! Thanks so much fellas in helping me find a new house!

The Yukon is worth the price, the Nanook is a two man built in cheap. Look at the differences between the sleds, the seats, etc. The sled is shallow, so it won’t accomodate anything real large, like a propane tank or Vexilar, and the seats aren’t screwed down, so they slide around. I was looking at one, but thought twice. I think you would be better off investing in the Yukon, a better sled that will allow you to grow your habit. If you start cheap, you’ll end up upgrading later and that will end up costing more. I know that if I had a snowmobile I was pulling my sled with, I would not choose the Nanook. Although, it is a great starter sled if you are looking for something cheaper, but really if you are going to invest the 299, why not drop the extra 150 and get the Yukon? Good luck and I can tell you that Clam, no matter what, makes a great ice house and has excellent customer service!

I looked at the Nanook, Yukon & Voyager. Settled on the Voyager. Like the house so far but the bolts & Nuts that were supplied were total crap! . Make sure if you get a Clam get all new bolts & nuts before you start the assembly. It cost me two trips into town to replace the hardware that broke during assembly. As far as Clams customer service on this issue…. so far its nothing to be bragging about. My issue is over 1 month old and no results. I think if you get a Clam and new good quality bolts & nuts you will be fine. The Voyager is the perfect sized house for two guys & still not to heavy IMHO.

Enjoy the new house!

I had a Yukon but it was too heavy for my 9 year old and I to lift into the truck and pull through the snow. We sold it and will get a nanook. If you are going to pull it with a sled or four wheeler, I agree- get the Yukon. The Nanook is 75 lbs and easier for one person to manuever. I am also looking at the Frabill Trekker on sale at Mills for $275.

I was in the hunt for an Otter Cabin but stumbled into a Nanook deal I couldn’t resist. I immediately unbolted the seats to allow easier access for loading or fishing solo. Then I added hyfax & universal hitch. Spent 2.5 days fishing in sub-zero weather on LOW’s pulled behind an Arctic Cat 600 loaded with Lazer Mag, 20 lb tank, Mr. Cooker heater, 5 gal minner bucket, Croixton case (and probably more I’ve forgotten). I’ve taken it apart and upon further inspection, no damage. I’d suggest finding custom hyfax versus Clam brand. I can’t see the Clam brand I installed lasting long on jagged ice or gravel/tar. I hooked up my Clam Pro Guide with thick custom pre-drilled hyfax and they show zero wear after many trips the past 3 years. One advantage is it’s super light and fits in the F-150 6 ft bed w toolbox. Compact. The Cooker kept me in my tee shirt in -20 to – 40 windchill so that was a plus. There was one short spell I had to wipe moisture to prevent the cold wet back pleasure but not overly irritating….

Overall I’d rate the Nanook as a good bang for the buck. With gentle care I think it’ll serve me until I have the bones to upgrade, whatever that might be….

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