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Established in 1960, Eskimo is the leader in ice fishing supplies. Supposedly, more ice fishermen choose eskimo than any other brand. Eskimo was the first company to manufacture pop-up, portable ice shelters. Eskimo makes a line of ice shelters to suit any fisherman's or fisherwoman's ice fishing needs.

There are basically two types of ice fishing houses: a portable fish house and permanent ice fishing house.While permanent fish houses usually have wheels and are left on the lake permanently, most portables set up and tear down easily. If you are going ice fishing for one day or want to try varied spots, a portable ice shelter is perfect.

When shopping for a portable, there is one important factor to decide. How many people will be going fishing with you? Usually, the bigger the ice shelter, the more expensive. Another factor to decide upon, is how much weight can you handle? All models come with these same features. They include:

• Smaller pouch to separately hold tie-down anchors and ropes
• Quick, 60-second hub system technology setup
• Dual pull zippered door with a YKK 10 coil style zipper
• Protected vents with interior velcro straps to keep the elements out
• R.E.D. fabric. R.E.D. stands for rugged, extreme, and durable.
• Fiberglass or aluminum rods
• Replaceable, clear windows for visibility and to let the sunlight in with interior velcro flaps.
• Corner reflectors with a license holder.

In the comparison chart, the first three models basically have the same features. The only difference is the size. As you go up in price, you're basically paying for size and the added bells and whistles.

• Eskimo Value Pack w/Quick Fish 3 Shelter and Accessories 69801 - Unlike the first three models, this model comes with a rugged, polyethylene sled to transport the ice shelter easily, and it also comes with 2 folding ice fishing chairs with their own storage bags.
• Eskimo Quick Fish 6 Ice Shelter 69149 - In addition to being larger, it comes with a sled for easy transport.
• Eskimo Quick Flip 2 Ice Shelter - This model comes with a center table. It can also be flipped in a half position to use as a blind.
• Eskimo Quick Flip 3 Ice Shelter - This model comes with the same features as the Eskimo Quick Flip 2, but it is a little bit bigger.
• Eskimo Eskape 200 Ice Fishing Shelter 69161 - This model comes with an interchangeable table to stow bait or beverages. It also comes with a sky light for added light, QRS pinch-free technology for easy setup, and a tow hitch flap so you can keep the shelter attatched to your ATV or snowmobile without unhooking it.
• Eskimo Eskape 300 Hard Water Series Ice Fishing Shelter - This model is slightly larger than the Eskimo Eskape 200. It also has a versatile bench seat for storage and sitting.
• Eskimo Eskape 400 Hard Water Series Ice Fishing Shelter - This is the largest model in the Eskape series. It holds approximately 31/2 anglers. It has two back-to-back benches in addition to the other features of the Eskape series.

If you plan on having more than 3 anglers fishing with you, the best buy is the Eskimo Quick Fish 6 Ice Shelter 69149 for $339.99. It has approximately the same amount of floor space as the Eskimo Eskape 400 Hard Water Series Ice Fishing Shelter, yet it costs $560.00 less. For the extra $560.00, you're paying for two extra doors, two back-to-back bench seats, the QRS pinch-free technology, and a tow-hitch flap.

If you're going to fish alone or only have one other person with you, I think the Eskimo Quickfish III Ice Shelter 69143 is a good choice. It is the second cheapest model, yet it is only 23 pounds. It doesn't have the sled, chairs, or quick flip feature that converts it to a blind, but then again, it's cheaper too. The basic tent is the same quality as the more expensive models.

With 50 years of experience as a leader in the ice fishing industry, Eskimo understands what a fisherman/woman needs and wants. Don't sit out on the lake on an upside down bucket with frost-biting winds and snow whipping around you when you can be protected in a durable Eskimo ice shelter. Easily portable and quick to set up, it's hassle-free, and you won't have to worry about anyone stealing it.