Hey all, does anyone have any experience with the Rapala series of flip over tents? I sat in the Cruzer M3 at the fishing hole over the weekend and it is giant inside. The bench in there provides lots of seating space. I just don't know what the reliability of these tents are. I had been looking at the Frabill Trekker Deluxe at Cabelas but I'm thinking of taking the plunge on this Rapala.
Dont forget to consider the sled as well. I have no experience owning a rapala shack. The bases do seem quite thing and flimsy when compared with others.
I looked at them too. I came to the opinion that they were not high quality. I expect the ice gear I buy to stand up and it just seemed a little under built.
Thanks for the input guys, I feel the same way about how flimsy it feels. I thought it would be a great tent to bring the family out in, but I don't want it to last only one season either. I think I've made up my mind on the Frabbil Trekker Dlx. Now to start begging the wife!
Spend the money and get one with swivelling seats that move back and forth like they have in the clam's. Clam has a better quality tent as well. I think all the sleds are too thin it's a must to put runners on if you are pulling them with a quad or snowmobile.