New shelters, sleds and heaters for ice fishing during winter 2026-27

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Never before have ice anglers had so many options to keep mobile, comfortable, and effective on the ice. It seems as though every major flip-over and hub shelter manufacturer has added to their lineup this year with multiple offerings. Some companies, most noted for producing tackle, have even dipped their toes into the ice fishing shelter market.

There’s an emphasis on new sleds this year, especially lightweight offerings that feature a lot of room for all your ice gear. There’s some electronic ice augers that are lighter and faster, along with new, real-time fishing electronics opening the underwater world like never before on the ice.

Here’s Outdoor News’s picks and highlights leading up to the 2026-27 ice season.

Eskimo FatFish Pop-Up

Eskimo has brought back the wide-bottom floor plan that made the FatFish name common in ice fishing circles. The new FatFish 450i pop-up shelter has a redesigned look and a full-panel, along with a no-trip door that zips all the way to the ice. No more high-stepping over a door sill when a flag goes up.

Its flared walls open up 75 square feet of fishable space, comfortably seating five anglers and gear with 80 inches of headroom. Eskimo’s quilted IQ insulated fabric holds heat, blocks wind, and cuts condensation; the gray interior keeps things bright.

This hub packs down to 58 inches long in its carrying bag and weighs 52 pounds. The FatFish 450i is easy to handle and short enough for compact SUVs and short-bed trucks. It has seven windows, cam-strap tie-downs, and nine self-tapping ice anchors.

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New Clam Shelters

Clam Outdoors has added more than a dozen new shelters to its lineup this year, including several new flip-over options and hubs.

The Clam Denali X4 FishTrap is the ultimate flip-over for anglers who want maximum space, comfort and durability on the ice, and to be able to fish with up to four people. The Denali X4 delivers an expansive interior with mega-headroom, making it ideal for families, groups, and anglers who spend several days on the ice.

The Denali X4 combines heavy-duty construction with a smooth flip-over design that still allows you to stay mobile when needed. Whether you’re staying mobile to find fish or setting up a base camp for the day, the Denali X4 offers unmatched room, protection, and confidence in harsh winter conditions. It fits into a standard truck bed, features 68 square feet of fishable space, and weighs 190 pounds.

The Clam X-800 Thermal Hub is also built for anglers who demand and appreciate plenty of extra room in their shelter. This hub is designed to accommodate large groups, making it the go-to hub for family outings, buddy trips, and ice camping adventures.

Designed with Clam’s full thermal fabric and oversized hub construction, the X-800 provides exceptional heat retention and wind resistance in extreme winter conditions. The Max Entry doors make entering and exiting easy while allowing proper snow banking for added protection. The X-800 weighs 75 pounds, comfortably sits six anglers, and fits into any midsize SUV or truck bed.

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Northland Tackle Hub Houses

Northland Fishing Tackle has “stepped” into the ice fishing shelter game for this season by introducing three hub house models. The HW-300, HW-300T, and HW600T are built for anglers who want a lightweight, portable shelter without sacrificing comfort or functionality.

These hubs are constructed with a durable 300D PU-coated shell and can accommodate two to six anglers. Dual upper wall vents help manage airflow and reduce condensation, while three large PVC windows with adjustable fabric curtains allow anglers to control light and visibility. Northland’s hubs come complete with steel ice anchors and an oversized carry bag with padded backpack straps.

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Otter Vortex Pro Resort Hub

Celebrating three decades of innovation, the 30th-anniversary edition Otter Vortex Pro Resort delivers premium performance with a bold and new blackout exterior design. Reflective elements improve visibility in low-light conditions, while new multipurpose heater ports provide added versatility and convenience for any setup.

Inside this anniversary edition, Otter has upgraded its light and cord management, which helps keep your shelter organized and clutter-free, creating a cleaner, more functional fishing experience from start to finish. It also features a full door with coiled zippers, carry bag, Ice-Lock anchoring system, storage and cargo nets and removable windows, and weighs 75 pounds.

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Vision X10 Live Sonar from Vexilar

After decades of being the measuring stick for which all ice fishing flasher units are measured, Vexilar’s first live-imaging sonar is here – the Vision X10. The X10 brings five display modes, built-in lake charts, and exclusive low-power Stealth Sonar technology to a 10-inch touchscreen. This new live-imaging sonar unit is designed specifically for avid ice anglers.

It features a streamlined user interface, making it easy to use by beginners and advanced anglers. The Vision X10 delivers ultra-fast response times and a crystal-clear sonar display, and it’s built to stand up to brutal winter conditions. Its physical navigation buttons allow you to operate it easily even while wearing gloves, and the X10’s transducer features a single bar with two frequency-steered cones, each producing a 36-degree field of view, and it fits down a 6-inch ice hole. With no external brain box, the system is lighter, more compact, and easy to transport.

The Vision X10 also offers the following features: Live view in forward and down modes. Switching between forward and down mode is quick and easy with the push of a button; no need to take the transducer out of the water. The unit is loaded with Midwest and adjacent Canada maps so you can create custom waypoints and track your routes for future reference, 2D sonar with A-Scope, digital flasher with adjustable Zoom Scope, and customizable split-screen views in vertical and horizontal orientations.

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MinnKota Ice X7 2D + Flasher Bundle

Built for ice anglers who want to make every hole count, the MinnKota Ice X7 2D Bundle combines Humminbird imaging with precise mapping, best-in-class clarity, and all-season versatility. Dual spectrum CHIRP delivers detailed views and precise target separation, while CHIRP Interference Rejection helps keep the screen clear around other anglers.

Built-in MinnKota Maps provide detailed lake coverage with up to 1-foot contour accuracy and shallow-water highlights, while dedicated Ice Mode puts ice-specific features within easy reach. When the ice comes off, anglers can switch to Open-Water Mode and use the X7 as an all-season fish finder.

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Brew City Shuttle Box

Crafted from a durable carbon-fiber composite material, the all-in-one Brew City Marine Shuttle Box provides users two screen height positions for more versatility and convenience. It accommodates screens up to 12 inches, offers mounting patterns for all forward-facing sonar brands, and has a recessed, easy-access battery compartment that’s fully wired for easy-attach connections.

Each Brew City Shuttle comes with a rear-mounted cable wrap and horizontal pole holder, and it has a magnum glow tray for charging baits, along with easy-to-use illuminated power and glow tray push power buttons, and USB-A and USB-C charge ports.

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ION Alpha Pro Electric Auger Series

Ion continues to set the bar pretty high in this year’s auger class with their new Alpha Pro Series.

Alpha Pro is engineered for anglers who demand maximum speed, minimal weight, and peak efficiency on the ice. Building on the proved performance of the Alpha Series platform, the Alpha Pro takes everything a step further: reducing weight and increasing cutting speed to deliver Ion’s lightest and fastest cutting auger.

Each detail of the Alpha Pro has been carefully re-evaluated and improved on what’s come before it. An even delivery of torque, crisp breakthrough, and a balanced ergonomic design is meant to feel great in your hands while maintaining Ion’s signature smooth drilling experience. A variable speed trigger lets you ease into cuts and manage debris within a wheelhouse. Its reverse functionality flushes away slush in the hole as you’d expect, and with drilling-activated LED lights, you’re able to illuminate the ice beneath you.

It all adds up to a pro experience, with an auger designed from the ground up for serious ice anglers. Reliable performance, power, and outstanding runtime. It’s available in 8- and 10-inch models and each weighs less than 15 pounds.

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Eskimo E-Hauler XL Sled

Eskimo’s new E-Hauler XL Sled is built for the angler who never packs light. At 64 inches long, 36 inches wide, and a full foot deep, there’s room in this tub to hold everything you need for a day on the ice with room to spare. The high-density polymer shell is thick and stays flexible in subzero cold, and a tow rope comes standard for walking out. By adding any Eskimo tow hitch (sold separately), this sled easily turns into a trailer.

This sled also anchors a new E-Hauler system that adds a folding cargo rack for long items and a Nordic-style pull system that spreads the pulling load across your body.

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Meet the Clam Pack Trap Series

Clam is introducing an innovative approach to portable ice shelters and sled systems. Their new Pack Trap sled pairs a rugged hammock base with a lightweight frame and integrated skis for effortless pulling across the ice. The Pack Sled is a streamlined, gear-hauling solution that provides a comfortable on-ice seating platform without the tent. Whether you’re hauling gear or chasing early-ice bites across the ice belt, the Pack Sled delivers.

The new Pack Trap 1 and Pack Trap 2 shelters are a fresh, innovative approach to portable ice shelters and sled systems. The Pack Trap 1 is a compact, insulated shelter designed for one angler seeking warmth and comfort. It weigh 60 pounds. The Pack Trap 2 is a spacious, insulated option for one or two anglers seeking warmth and comfort. It weighs 74 pounds.

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