PAK SHACKS

Bill gave me a DVD from In-Fisherman’s Nature Vision. The very latest and newest in ice-fishing revolutions, technology, equipment, etc.. One of their features that captured my interest was the new PAK SHACK. This is the most lightest, portable one man ice-fishing shelter that sets up in as long as it take to unfold a lawn chair That and it is about $100 or less.
Both Mike/HOF and I purchased one.
I set it up in the basement and was pleasantly surprized how quick it went up and how much room inside. There are a couple tricks to maximize it’s use.
Mike and I will field test these and report accordingly.
Haven’t been out on the ice with it, but already anticpating positive results.
My wife got the hang of it in 30 seconds, so that has got to tell you something.
Oh geez, now the women are going to want to go since it is comfy and warm.

These are nice little units. I saw them at the ice show a couple weeks ago.

Now Ron, I know how big you are and concieve the thought of you and your Mrs being cuddled in one of these units. Mike? Alone he will be fine….add a sweetie and there probably won’t be room for fresh air. lol

I like the way these units do what needs to be done for the solo angler. Quick, convenient, and light in weight. The bonus is that they are indeed easy on the wallet too. I think once a guy seals the wind flange down with some snow [HA] the shelter could be heated with a large candle or a can of sterno.

One of these is on my list for next year. Keep us in the loop as to how well you like them.

Tom, the weight on the donut up front on the flange should not cause a wind problem. We will see.

Interesting product. Looked to me that it would be real good in some situations but maybe a little limited in more extreme conditions. 2nd concern would be how the chair will hold up. My summer chairs last maybe 2 years at most. After that they want to bind up while folding and unfolding.

Once again, interesting product. Look forward to the reports.

I’m hoping they will hold up well. They are light and very quick to set up. Just unclip the clip and open up the chair and presto instant ice fishing house. Now that sounds like a great way to get a quick fishing fix on the ice. Time will tell just how good they are. I know nothing will replace my Fishtrap Scout but this item will sure come in handy at times.
Thanks, Bill

Mike and I were talking last night and both agreed this unit has another cool feature. If you are a shallow water, site fishermen, this is the ticket.
Once you flip the hood and the window is closed, it is pitch black in there. Can hardly wait to try site fishing out of this shack.

For those of you who decide to get one, let me pass on one little trick. On each side of the chair, down low on the walls, there are vents that close with a zipper. very easy and quick.
However when it is time to open up the hood and pack the unit, these zippers HAVE to be unzipped. Otherwise the wall material will catch on the chair handles.
Once you sit inside and try it, you will soon understand what I am talking about. No biggie, just a little something Mike and I found out.

Thanks for the tip Ron! Let us know how that goes for you two. Good Fishin Doug

I do see one potential drawback to these. The chair is comfortable and when the cover is pulled over it is very dark. If you hear snoring coming out of mine – please wake me up!

Good Fishing,
Mike

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I do see one potential drawback to these. The chair is comfortable and when the cover is pulled over it is very dark. If you hear snoring coming out of mine – please wake me up!

Good Fishing,

Mike

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Ahhhhh…..Another Jeff from the Wiggles. If you don’t know what I mean Jeff on the Wiggles [like Barney and other kid shows, a singing group and show for little kids] keeps falling asleep and everyone has to hollar ”wake up Jeff” to wake him up. Now you know what my 14 month old grandaughter [Nates little girl] and I are watching [DVD] while she’s at grandpas house every other Sunday while Nate is working at HOF. Very good beat to the music. Like 50’s style so even bigger kids enjoy the music.

Thanks, Bill

ps. ”WAKE UP MIKE”

Ron, have you had a chance to try yours yet? I haven’t as we went real light last weekend and didn’t bring much with us.
Thanks, Bill

No Bill not yet. Mike and I also went light today. Will post my opinion when I do try it.

Ron,any pic’s of this unit?

Here is a link to the unit:

Pak Shack

I was hoping to try one on today out at Fleet Farm but they had all the shacks way up on the shelves .

That new store can’t open soon enough!
Chris