THUNDERBAY Ice Cube 2-4 Man Portable Ice Shelter, 24/34 Square Feet of Fishable Area, Portable 2-3 Person Ice Shanty

This product is well designed (and has even been improved over the years.) I've loaded and unloaded and used it many times, used it in sub-zero temperatures, and even transported on a public bus (long story). It is relatively compact, relatively light, easy to carry, durable, and easy to use.Size: Excellent to pack on sled or carry on back. Relatively lightweight for what you get. I am over 6'2 and have no trouble standing up and using the shelter with 1-2 other people sitting on chairs, buckets, or sleds.Warmth: Its easy to regulate both light and air-flow. Windows can be sealed-off, let light in, or peeled back partway or altogether. I usually keep them closed, orient the shelter so the single door is downwind, and leave the door ajar or velcroed back on the provided tab if I want air flow. End-to-End vents are available higher up if sealing yourself tight. I regularly use a single Mr Heater and am able to bring and keep the shelter warm and comfortable in both high winds and very low temperatures.Easy of use: The provided stakes are excellent. Some other brands are way too small/weak to penetrate. These go nice and quick in all types of ice. In calm conditions, it is up in less than a minute. It can also be pre-staked in one corner and then, even in high winds, be set up in a couple of minutes. (I use only the windward two sides for guy lines if needed, but it holds its shape so well that it usually takes at least 15mph winds to even need that).Durability: Fabric is tough, not insulated, but certainly not much penetration of wind occurs. No complaints there and I can't imagine needing more thickness. Which is actually nice, since if I know I am going a week or more between trips I will take and set it up to dry (condensation or snow or water is inevitable).I liked it so much that when I knew I needed to expand my "fleet" I bought this model again. I already found the setup and staking and snow skirt much cleaner than other shelters of other brands. There is no lift or separation, it sits tight. And to my surprise, the newer one had a modified staking system that makes the grommet separate from the skit, providing an option to stake externally or internally, but still not so far removed that the tent could lift off the ground or skirting (or problem on some other models).And the best part is, with the price (around $170, shipping included) I was able to get BOTH of my shelters for less than one of many "equivalent" 3-person on-the-market shelters.

Having been on the fence about buying a hub due to their typically expensive price range, I opted for the Thunderbay Ice Cube since it had high ratings and a low price tag. I have used it almost 10 times now after just getting it a month ago.Pros:- The set up is super easy,- take down is super easy (read the short little how-to paper that comes with for some tips/tricks)- It comes with 8 ice anchors (4 for each corner grommet and 4 for the guy lines off each hub). I have never needed more than a total of 4 anchors but I also haven't had a crazy windy day yet on the ice.- The backpack straps work pretty darn well for it being a shanty and not a backpack!- It blacks out really well for sight fishing.-Velcro windows for more ventilation- one of the bigger sized pop up hubs without getting a double wide or a 5 sidedCons:-only one door (hasn't been much of an issue at all for me though)- no insulated version available-With the heater cranked all the way up when it was 0 degrees outside, there was some condensation build up that dripped on the edges.- one of the zippers broke (during the 0 degree weather so i wasn't surprised the metal became brittle) but a tied piece of paracord lead to a quick fixOverall, I give this pop up a solid 5 stars. Even with the cons that I have listed above, I feel this shelter meets everything it claims to be. Having used a few other hub shelters, this one seems to be just as good if not better than some of the name brands but it came at a fraction of the price. For being over 100$ less than the next comparable hub of its size, I definitely got my money's worth even if it only has 1 door.I would definitely recommend to friends and family (and I already have :P )

Love this shelter! Especially for the price. Easy to set up and keeps that cold wind out!

Overall, I’m very happy with it. It’s a roomie and can accommodate two with gear and the heater. The ice anchors are excellent, and the pop-up construction makes set up and tear down a breeze. It comes with a lot of features that would not have expected at this price, including removable windows, a rain/snow flap to keep the door zipper from freezing, velcro to hold the door open, and good size pockets for keeping your phones out of the water.The only negative comment for it that I have is you can see that of sunlight at the seams.It’s obviously not insulated so you’re gonna need a buddy heater and may want something different at 20 below but it’s perfect for early ice/spring fishing.

The media could not be loaded. For what you spend, this is a great weekend ice fishing tent. It’s large enough for 3 big guys (over 6’ tall) and their gear or one adult and 3 kids.The spikes hold the tent down in 0-15mph winds and the additional 4 tie-downs have held the tent steady in 30-40mph winds gusts.Although it’s not insulated, with a little heater and the air vents open, we’ve been comfortable in 10 degree weather with 20mph winds for several hours.My only gripe is the carrying bag should be a little bigger. It’s hard to stuff it back after a long day and zip it closed. But the bag handles are big enough to wear it like a backpack to walk it out onto the lake