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Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter

Item # 419182
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Key Features

  • 300 Denier with additional polyurethane coatings

  • 3/4'' galvanized steel, quick-set frame

  • Space for two to three anglers

  • Molded base folds flat

  • Carpeted floor


Our Price   $219.99

Availability: Ships from vendor in 3-5 business days.

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Product Description
frabill Your search to find the ultimate cabin-style ice shelter ends with the Frabill Refuge Ice Fishing Shelter. Designed with space for two to three anglers, the Refuge Ice Shelter's durable, 300 Denier tent is treated with additional polyurethane coatings to keep light and water out. It is supported by a 3/4'' galvanized steel, quick-set frame that's pre-assembled and ready to fish. The Refuge sets-up quickly and its molded base folds flat for compact, hassle-free travel. A carpeted floor increases comfort by providing extra insulation, and the high-profile roof provides extra headroom. Two oversized doors with heavy-duty zippers allow for easy in/out and four clear-view removable windows let anglers keep an eye on the outside ice. Set up size: 70"L x 47"W. Center Height: 72". Pack size: 47"L x 35"W x 5"H. Weighs 44 lbs.

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Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter
 
3.9

(based on 10 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

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    (1)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (9)
  • Durable (6)
  • Easy to maintain (6)
  • Functional (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Ice fishing (9)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid fisher (10)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Hard to beat!

    Never before have I had an ice shanty quite so easy to use! Sets up in 2 min or less! Carries all your gear! Comes pre-assembled! I am far from a small man,...Read complete review

    Never before have I had an ice shanty quite so easy to use! Sets up in 2 min or less! Carries all your gear! Comes pre-assembled! I am far from a small man, and this shanty has more than enough room to move and fish! Best buy for the $$!

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    below average service

    I used it 6 times and the floor hinge tore the tent material and frabill wouldnt do anything for me .

    I used it 6 times and the floor hinge tore the tent material and frabill wouldnt do anything for me .

    Reviewed by 10 customers

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    1/13/2013
     
    5.0

    great for the price!

    By Bunzenator

    from walker, mn

    About Me Avid Fisher

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Maintain
    • Easy To Use
    • Functional
    • Retains Heat Well

    Cons

    • The Floor Wears Easy

    Best Uses

    • Ice Fishing

    Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

    honestly I was blown away by the usability of this product. easy to break down/set up/transport! it's a little light though, so on windy days you might want to anchor it down some way. but it's a nice rig. I'm 5'6" and I can stand up and have almost 4 inches of room so height wise it's awesome unless you're taller. don't recommend drilling your holes inside the house though. plenty of room and a great buy!

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    1/24/2012
     
    5.0

    Great Item to slide across the ice

    By uncle Doug

    from Manchester Iowa

    About Me Avid Fisher

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Maintain
    • Easy To Use
    • Functional

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Ice Fishing
      • Traveling

      Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

      Easy to slide across the ice, set up is fast and plenty of room inside

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      1/2/2012
       
      5.0

      great shack

      By Doeby

      from Clintonville, WI

      About Me Avid Fisher

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy To Maintain
      • Easy To Use
      • Functional

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Fresh Water
        • Ice Fishing

        Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

        light and sets up in seconds
        plenty of room for 2 people
        works great!

        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        11/17/2011

        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        The plain truth

        By the wife says u bought what

        from N.E.Pa.

        About Me Avid Fisher

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Easy To Maintain
        • Easy To Use
        • Functional

        Cons

        • Holds waterice

        Best Uses

        • Ice Fishing

        Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

        Bought this on clearance, thnx gander mtn. Have 2 styles of fishing shelters and this is by far the easiest to set up. It is a little tight for 2 avg. adults with gear but managable. Found it easier to drill the holes first then move the shelter over them. Frabill is to cheap to supply ancors so u need to buy them, a must in windy conditions or there is no snow on the ice.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        4/14/2011

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        below average service

        By Roger

        from Coldwater, Michigan

        About Me Avid Fisher

        Pros

        • Easy To Use

        Cons

        • Poor Construction

        Best Uses

        • Fresh Water

        Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

        I used it 6 times and the floor hinge tore the tent material and frabill wouldnt do anything for me .

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        3/20/2011

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        functional, could be wider

        By Snake

        from On the Ice in Michigan

        About Me Avid Fisher

        Pros

        • Easy To Use

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Ice Fishing

          Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

          This unit works ok for weekend fishing however seems slightly small for two people. Very narrow without much room to move. The zippers seem like they are going to come apart every time you close the doors, but held up this whole season. Also, the unattached poles seem to want to fall out when transporting, should incorporate a system to securely stow them. The black color seems to create some solar heat on sunny days. At this point I think for the price it was money well spent.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          2/20/2011

          (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          Small but cozy

          By Solo Dog

          from Warroad MN

          About Me Avid Fisher

          Pros

          • Durable

          Cons

          • Difficult To Use
          • Poor Design

          Best Uses

          • Ice Fishing

          Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

          Bought this to replace our Cabelas Ice shack kit. Pros: Easy to set up, four windows and two doors, and cell/gear pockets. Cons: Narrow build, difficult to drill inside with 10 inch auger, little to no space for heater between hole compartments. Bottom line: This house advertises 2-3 man.... no way in heck. This house will accomodate two small people or one person comfortably with room for heater and vexilar.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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          1/28/2011

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          great for the $$$$

          By Duball01

          from Cedar Rapids iowa

          About Me Avid Fisher

          Pros

          • Easy To Use

          Cons

          • Needs heavy duty zippers
          • Poor Construction

          Best Uses

          • Ice Fishing

          Comments about Frabill Refuge Cabin Style Shelter:

          great for the buck folds out and sets up easy and fast. i wish it was 3-4 inchs wider and would like to see frabill use the same heavy duty zippers you would see on the trackers overall its perfect for everyday use

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          • Q:

            Does the floor have a molded plastic base? I have a ice house with a particle board floor, but it is very difficult to pull if there is snow on the lake. Does this ice shelter pull easily through snow?
            Asked on 2/10/2011 by Stan from New York State

            1 answer

            • A:

              it is quick-set fast, portable,and it's lightweight molded base folds flat for compact travel.

              Answered on 4/8/2011 by Anonymous from None

          • Q:

            How many holes are able to fit in this house? Is there just one big flip up cover?
            Asked on 1/16/2010 by 'cobo' from Duluth, MN

            3 answers

            • A:

              There is two flaps and they are probably 12'' wide by 24-30'' long. Don't remember off hand. I know I can fit 3 - 7" holes nicely in each flap.

              Answered on 12/9/2010 by k rock from michigan

            • A:

              It has two seperate rectangular holes on either side

              Answered on 1/6/2011 by Nate from Bemidji, MN

            • A:

              Two square compartments that flip up that can access two holes each. Total house number: 4

              Answered on 2/20/2011 by Solo Dog from Warroad MN

          • Q:

            how many person is this fish house?
            Asked on 1/8/2010 by Anonymous

            2 answers

            • A:

              2 but can squish 3 if neccessary

              Answered on 1/11/2010 by TMAC from grand Rapids MI

            • A:

              It is a 2-3 person ice house with lots of room for men of size. like me and extra gear. oh, and my bro!

              Answered on 1/16/2010 by 'cobo" from Duluth, MN

          • Q:

            does this shanty have a sled with it and how do u fasten it down on to the ice? also is this available at the portage gander mountain for a quick pick up
            Asked on 1/3/2010 by bear from portage,mi

            1 answer

            • A:

              This shelter folds in half like a suit case. It has a tow rope to pull it across the ice...but I recomend you only pull by hand. You can purchase ice anchors seperate, however I do not believe you need them as the weight of you and your gear will hold down the shelter in most conditions. Setting up the shelter; open up the shelter and remove the hole covers, shovel a place to set the base on the ice and mark the hole locations. Remove the base and drill the holes, place the shelter on the ice over the holes...then shovel the snow around the perimeter to help keep it in place and to keep the cold air out. I am sure the store will help with instructions too. These types of shelters are very easy to use, comfortable and ideal to slide out the bed of a pickup at your favorite fishing hole. Sorry, I know nothing about shipping and handling at Portage WI.

              Answered on 1/9/2010 by Oneshot from Wisconsin

          • Q:

            Does this fish house have hole covers inside that flip up for use?
            Asked on 12/30/2009 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • A:

              Yes it does.They are also secured in transport.

              Answered on 1/5/2010 by Duck Magnet from Colfax,In.

          • Q:

            Does this product come with a sled for transport and set up?
            Asked on 12/26/2009 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • A:

              No it does not. However, it does have a tow line and a spot to set two buckets when folded. It really isn't set up to haul a lot of items.

              Answered on 12/31/2009 by ... from Wisconsin
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