VEVOR DT036 Insulated Pop-Up Ice Fishing Tent, 3-4 Person: specs

The VEVOR DT036 is a hub-style, pop-up ice fishing shelter for three to four people. It is insulated, comes with ice anchors and wind ropes, and folds into a carry bag with backpack straps. It gives you a windbreak and a bit of warmth on the ice.

Size and shape

VEVOR lists the footprint as 71 x 71 inches (about 180 x 180 cm), or roughly 35 sq ft, with a height of 78.7 inches (about 200 cm). Hub-style means the poles are linked in a single frame that springs open, which is why the brand calls the setup quick: a few steps to raise it and the same to pack it away. It weighs 22.9 lb (about 10.4 kg).

Fabric and insulation

The shell is 600D Oxford fabric, a dense, weather-resistant material. VEVOR says it is filled with 80 g of cotton and has a triple-layer fabric design, which it claims improves insulation by 35% and keeps the interior comfortable down to -22°F (-5.5°C). One note from the brand is worth repeating: the seams are sewn with needle and thread, so there may be slight leakage at the seams during heavy snow or rain.

Staying put in the wind

An ice shelter is only useful if it stays where you put it. The support rods are designed to resist wind and snow, and the pack includes 8 ice anchors and 4 wind ropes. The extra-wide skirt has tie-down loops for the anchors.

Inside the shelter

• A smoke chimney for ventilation, according to the brand.
• A removable window to adjust airflow.
• An internal storage bag for small items.
• A zippered door for quick access.

Ventilation matters in any enclosed shelter, particularly if you consider using a heater. Follow the manual, the heater maker's guidance and local rules.

Carrying

The tent packs into a large tote bag with backpack straps. At just under 23 lb, you will still want a sled for a long walk across the ice.

Who it suits

It suits ice anglers who fish in small groups and want a shelter that goes up and down quickly. It also suits those who move between spots on a lake during the day.

What to check before you buy

• Group size: 71 x 71 inches is shared space once rods, a bucket and a seat are added.
• Ice conditions: make sure you can set anchors in the ice you fish on, with the right tools.
• Seams: read the note about seam leakage if you expect heavy precipitation.
• Heating and ventilation: follow the manual and local rules for any heat source.
• Transport: plan how you'll haul the 22.9 lb bag.
• Care: dry the fabric before storing it, as the manual describes.

The short version

• A pop-up, hub-style ice shelter, 71 x 71 x 78.7 inches, for 3 to 4 people.
• 600D Oxford fabric with 80 g cotton insulation.
• 8 ice anchors, 4 wind ropes and a wide skirt.
• Chimney, removable window, storage bag and zipper door.
• Carry bag with backpack straps; 22.9 lb.

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