IcePro is a sturdy yet lightweight fiberglass trailer for ice fishing adventures
As the demand for travel trailers and other types of adventure equipment continues to increase, manufacturers are diversifying their offerings to meet all needs, lifestyles and hobbies. In the following, we’ll look at a niche product: the IcePro, a neat square trailer designed as the ultimate ice fishing companion.
Travel trailers are a staple of the American adventure scene, so it was only natural that manufacturers would come up with all sorts of solutions to appeal to different categories of adventurers. From solo travelers to families, hikers to surfers, there’s a caravan to suit everyone, offering unique ways to explore the vast natural spaces.
The IcePro is built by Eveland’s Inc., a Backus, Minn.-based company founded in the early 1970s and best known for its wildly popular and extremely durable fiberglass Scamp campers.
But every adventurer craves an extra edge from their gear, which is why the new IcePro is designed to speak directly to ice fishermen. Just as off-road campers have redefined outdoor adventure, the IcePro Fishing Shack promises to transform your ice fishing experience. Built to withstand harsh winter conditions, this fiberglass shelter is a comfortable ice fishing home that will not only make multi-day fishing trips possible, but also enhance the experience with exceptional durability, superior insulation and practical storage solutions.
Plus, with generous garage space, it also serves as a versatile toy hauler that allows for smooth transport of equipment or even larger toys like ATVs. The 1,200 lb (544 kg) payload allows owners to transport a Mountain biking inside the IcePro on the road to the fishing spot, then use the ATV to tow the trailer once on the ice.
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While the majority of portable fishing rigs on the market are large, boxy trailers that look more like a mobile home than a fishing cabin, the team behind the IcePro took a different direction. Taking inspiration from small camping caravans, the designers opted for a compact and lightweight format. The ice fishing house measures 17 feet (5.2 meters) in length and 6.5 feet (2 meters) in width, offering an impressive interior height of 6.8 feet (2 m). The extra height also helps improve its carrying capabilities.
Beneath its sleek, modern exterior design with a black and white color scheme that allows it to blend seamlessly into the frozen landscape, the IcePro features a sturdy aluminum frame, a sturdy yet lightweight fiberglass structure, and a plastic interior. molded plastic. According to the manufacturer, this is the ideal combination for light towing and superior insulation.
Considering the IcePro’s usage scenarios, the manufacturer chose fiberglass for its unmatched strength, lightweight properties and resistance to the elements. Additionally, the material provides exceptional insulation, so owners can rest assured that they will stay warm and comfortable throughout their fishing experience.
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Insulated acrylic windows and a 25,000 BTU ducted LPG furnace further prepare the ice fishing house for the harshest winter conditions. A forward storage box holds two 20-pound propane tanks, as well as electrical system components, including a 12-volt Group 27 battery and a 45-amp converter.
Another notable feature of IcePro is the innovative and user-friendly winch tire system. It is designed to simplify the process of lowering the ice fishing hut. With a few easy, effortless turns of the winch handle, the shelter’s aluminum frame can be lowered to ice level to make it easier to drill a hole in the ice. The floor lowers 12 inches to ice level, the wheels go up and you can get in and get your fishing rods ready.
Inside the IcePro trailer, don’t expect to find a tiny house on wheels. Eveland’s kept things simple and minimalist, focusing only on the essentials of the ice fishing business. As such, the fishhouse’s interior features a padded bench, a large cabinet with counter space, a few overhead storage cubicles with nets, and a four-speaker Bluetooth radio.
Most importantly, the trailer floor incorporates multiple fishing holes with removable covers. According to the company, the “IcePro stands out with its conveniently placed Catch Cover fishing holes, enhanced with click-on LED lights for unparalleled visibility during ice fishing expeditions.”
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As minimalist as it may seem, the IcePro can be the perfect companion for long fishing trips with an inflatable mattress and a few portable kitchen appliances. You have complete freedom to customize it to suit your needs, or you can keep it mostly empty for transporting toys.
Designed to be dropped in the middle of a frozen lake, this fully winterized fiberglass trailer features double rear doors and a set of ramps for rear loading.
It is available at a base price of $24,995 and the manufacturer offers optional features to enhance your fishing experience, including a 32-inch smart TV for entertainment, a pair of swivel captain’s chairs, a few generator models, and a Livescope Garmin. fish finder system.
With its effortless installation, superior insulation and generous storage space, the IcePro trailer is a great option for ice fishing enthusiasts who want a unique and authentic experience that they will cherish forever.
