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Eskimo · Hub Shelters
Eskimo FatFish 949i Hub Ice Shelter, 61 sq ft, 3-4 Person
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Style: Fatfish 949i 3-4 Person Insulated
- Fatfish 949i 3-4 Person Insulated
- Fatfish 9416 7-9 Person Non-insulated
- Item weight
- 44 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 65 x 8.25 x 8.25 inches
Quick take
A wide-bottom insulated hub shelter that keeps anglers warm and provides 61 sq ft of space on the ice.
The FatFish 949i is a pop-up hub shelter with a flared, wide-bottom shape that opens up 61 square feet of fishable floor for three to four anglers. Its quilted 600 denier fabric has an insulating layer, which suits long evenings and weekend stays on the lake. It packs into a carry bag about 65 inches long and comes with six self-tapping ice anchors, so it suits anglers who walk or sled their gear onto the ice.
Best for
- Full-day ice fishing sessions
- Cold-weather fishing in groups
- Shelters needing comfortable seating
Skip if
- You value portability above all; pyramid tents weigh less
- You fish solo on small ponds; smaller shelters suffice
Strengths
- 600 denier insulated fabric reduces heat loss
- Flared wide-bottom design maximizes usable floor space
- All-metal hub design with larger fiberglass poles adds durability
Trade-offs
- At 44 lbs it requires a sled to transport
- Large footprint needs adequate ice thickness
Fishing fit
- Water
- Ice
- Techniques
- Ice fishing
Specifications
| Type | insulated ice shelter |
|---|---|
| Fishable area | 61 sq ft |
| Floor size | 99 x 99 in |
| Weight | 44 lbs |
| Fabric | 600 denier insulated IQ |
| Insulation | 35% warmer than non-insulated |
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