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Banks The Stump 4 Phantom Hard Side Ice Fishing Shelter
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SKU: WX2*0728581
Overview
Built for anglers who want a more permanent, hard-sided shelter on the ice, this model combines quick setup with the security of rigid construction. The tinted windows are designed to help keep you concealed while still letting you see out, and the framed windows on all sides open and close for flexible use. A ski base and rigid steel hitch make it easier to move between ice and land, while the UV-stabilized polyethylene shell is intended to stand up to wind, rain, and other harsh conditions. It also transitions into a hunting blind, making it a practical option for hunters who want one shelter that can serve multiple cold-weather uses.
Why Hunters Choose the Banks Outdoors
Tinted Windows
Help maintain concealment while still
Ski Base
Rigid steel hitch simplify moving
Heavy-duty, Uv-stabilized
Polyethylene construction is designed for
Rigid Walls
Allow easy mounting of lights,
Includes Foam
Floor mat, steel hitch, four
Key Features
- Tinted windows provide concealment while still allowing you to see out.
- Hard-sided shelter uses heavy-duty, UV-stabilized polyethylene construction.
- Ski base and rigid steel hitch make ice-to-land transitions easier.
- Windproof, rigid construction creates a protective shell for your gear.
- Framed windows on all sides open and close.
- Includes foam floor mat, steel hitch, four ice fishing holes, four hole covers, and skis.
- Can also be used as a deer or turkey hunting blind.
Best Used For
- Ice anglers wanting a hard-sided shelter with quick setup and easy pack-out.
- Hunters needing a portable blind for deer or turkey setups with concealment.
- Groups fishing from a four-hole shelter with room for gear and accessories.
- Users who prefer rigid walls, a wood floor, and no poles or zippers.
- Anglers moving between ice and land who want ski-base transport convenience.
Specifications
| Base Type | Ski base |
|---|---|
| Concealment Feature | Tinted windows for concealment |
| Construction | Windproof, rigid construction |
| Convertible Use | Deer or turkey hunting blind |
| Door | Close the door and go |
| Floor | Wood floor |
| Freeze Resistance | Will not freeze |
| Hitch | Rigid steel hitch |
| Included Accessories | Foam floor mat, steel hitch, 4 ice fishing holes, 4 hole covers, skis |
| Lightsheaters Mounting | Easily mount lights, heaters and more to the rigid walls |
| Material | UV-stabilized polyethylene |
| Mouse Resistance | Will never be chewed up by mice |
| Number Of Hole Covers | 4 |
| Number Of Ice Fishing Holes | 4 |
| Permanent Or Portable | Permanent or portable solution |
| Portable | Yes |
| Rot Resistance | Will never rot |
| Setup Features | Quick setup; no poles, stakes or zippers |
| Shelter Type | Hard Side Ice Fishing Shelter |
| Tear Resistance | Will never tear |
| Weather Protection | Protects from wind, rain, and other weather |
| Window Feature | Tinted windows |
| Window Type | Framed windows on all sides |
Pros
- Tinted windows help maintain concealment while still allowing visibility outside.
- Ski base and rigid steel hitch simplify moving between ice and land.
- Heavy-duty, UV-stabilized polyethylene construction is designed for harsh weather protection.
- Rigid walls allow easy mounting of lights, heaters, and other accessories.
- Includes foam floor mat, steel hitch, four ice fishing holes, four hole covers, and skis.
- Can also be used as a deer or turkey hunting blind.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The hard-sided design is more substantial than a soft shelter, so it’s a bigger commitment for transport and storage.
- Tinted windows improve concealment, but they also reduce the amount of light entering the shelter.
- It is set up for both ice fishing and use as a hunting blind, which adds versatility but may mean compromises versus a purpose-built single-use shelter.
- The included 4 ice fishing holes and 4 hole covers define the layout, so anglers needing a different hole arrangement may need to work within that setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hard-sided ice fishing shelter
- Portable ice fishing shelter
- Ice fishing hub shelter
- Hunting blind
Suggested Accessories
- Ice auger
- Portable heater
- Ice fishing rod holder
- Insulated floor mat
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Stump 4 Phantom meant only for ice fishing, or can it be used as a hunting blind too?
According to the product description, it is designed as a hard-side ice fishing shelter and also converts into a deer or turkey hunting blind.
What comes included with the shelter?
The listed included items are a foam floor mat, steel hitch, 4 ice fishing holes, 4 hole covers, and skis.
Does the Phantom Edition have anything different from the original Stump 4?
Yes. The Phantom Edition adds tinted windows for concealment while keeping the same features as the original.
How is the shelter moved or transitioned between ice and land?
The description says it has a ski base and a rigid steel hitch to make transitioning from frozen ice to land easier.
What type of construction does it use, and what does the description say about weather protection?
It uses heavy-duty, UV-stabilized polyethylene, and the description says it is intended to protect against wind, rain, and other weather.