Features and overview of Stack Cube tents

Many fishing enthusiasts do not leave their occupation in the winter. But winter fishing is fundamentally different from catching fish in the summer. Severe Russian winters require special gear and equipment for a comfortable stay on the pond and a successful catch. One of the important points of ice fishing is choosing a quality and comfortable winter tent.

The Yekaterinburg company "Stack" exists in the market of tourist equipment since 2000 and has managed to establish itself among buyers with its durable to bad weather and low temperatures, easy to assemble and disassemble tents of European quality at affordable prices.

The company's product range includes products for single, double, triple and quadruple placement, with cube or hemisphere shapes. There are also models to choose from one-, two- and three-layer, Elite and Classic series, with and without breathable inserts.

In order to navigate the assortment, we will deal with the general characteristics of the products.

• Frame. Manufactured from high quality fiberglass reinforced with carbon fibre.Gives the structure strength, lightness, flexibility and ease of installation.
• Coating material. Moisture-resistant and wind-resistant Oxford-300PU fabric is used. In combination with additional layers, it makes fishing in winter more comfortable.
• Construction weight. When assembled, it varies depending on the size and capacity from 3 to 9.5 kg.
• Tent dimensions assembled also vary depending on the model and capacity - from 110 cm to 180 cm in length and from 25 cm to 50 cm in width.
• Air exchange. Some models are equipped with windows for ventilation and maintaining a comfortable microclimate in the tent (when using heaters) with adjustable anti-wind valves. The valve system protects the ventilation openings from falling asleep with snow.
• Installation time. It varies depending on the size of the selected model and does not exceed one minute, which is important in bad weather.

They vary in weight and dimensions depending on the required capacity. "Stack Cube-1", "Stack Cube-2" and "Stack Cube-3" for single, double and triple accommodation, respectively.

Single layer tent of all models has:

• lightweight and durable fiberglass corset;
• hubs made of plastic;
• windproof awning made of Oxford-300PU synthetic fabric;
• a protective skirt around the edge of the tent;
• one entrance with two-way lightning;
• ventilation valve with a zipper;
• a pocket on the wall for storing small items.

A two-layer cube tent, like the previous version, has:

• fiberglass corset reinforced with carbon fiber;
• plastic hubs;
• protective outer skirt;
• one arched entrance with double zipper;
• ventilation valve;
• pocket for small items.

But in addition to the outer tent made of synthetic fabric, this version is equipped with an inner awning made of Gretta fabric, consisting of 80% synthetic threads and 20% cotton. This coating provides air circulation between the layers, which affects the cozy and warm stay inside even at the lowest temperatures.

These models also have a high-strength fiberglass case reinforced with carbon fiber as the base. It differs only in the number of layers of awning.

The awning of three-layer tents consists of a layer of waterproof synthetic fabric and synthetic winterizer, with a layer of "breathable" synthetic fabric "welded" to it - thermal stitching. In fact, such coatings consist of two layers - an outer awning and a heater. But due to the manufacture of insulation from two interconnected layers, such products are called three-layer.

As a material for the manufacture of the outer awning, a synthetic waterproof and windproof fabric 210 Poly Oxford PU 1000 mm is used. TThe roofing material for the tents varies depending on the models. It can be a synthetic waterproof fabric or a "breathable" version of a blended fabric, depending on the weather conditions in which the design will be used.

All details of the awning are stitched along the contour with a lining, leaving a gap along the bottom edge. This space between the outer tent and the insulation is filled with air, forming a protective "cushion", which provides additional insulation for the tent.

A wide skirt is sewn along the edge of the tent, providing protection from blowing. Also, in models with a three-layer coating, there is a single door insulated with padding polyester on an external awning, equipped with powerful oncoming zippers.

For air exchange, there is a ventilation hole with a zipper. Pockets are sewn on the walls for storing small items. To strengthen the tent on the ice, there are special loops for stretch marks on the hubs and skirt. Stretching pegs are usually not included in the kit, and they will need to be purchased separately.

Depending on the region where tents are used, the requirements for them are different. So, in regions with a damp, rainy winter, products with a roof made of synthetic water-repellent fabric are preferable. And in cold snowy winters, especially when using heating devices, it is better to choose tents with a breathable roof made of mixed fabric (80% synthetic threads and 20% cotton).

"Breathable" models are presented in two- and three-person tents "Stack Cub-2" and "Stack Cub-3" with a two-layer or three-layer coating. The dimensions and weight of these tents vary depending on the chosen model.

The height of the structure in the center to the hub is 172 cm, the height of the side walls is 150 cm, the width of the side walls along the roof is 140 * 140 cm, and along the bottom - 175 * 175 cm. The size of the usable area of ​​the bottom diagonally is 248 cm. The weight of such structures just over 8 kilos.

The height of the structure in the center to the hub is 172 cm, the height of the side walls is 150 cm, the width of the side walls along the perimeter of the roof is 140 * 140 cm, and along the bottom - 175 * 175 cm. folded - 140 * 25 cm.

The height of the structure in the center to the hub is 205 cm, the width of the side walls along the bottom is 220 * 220 cm. The size of the usable bottom area diagonally is 310 cm. The size when folded is 165 * 50 cm. The weight of such tents is about 10 kg.

The height of the structure in the center to the hub is 205 cm, the length of the side walls is 220 cm, the width of the side walls along the bottom is 220*220 cm. The usable area of ​​the bottom diagonally is 310 cm. The size when folded is 160*25 cm

When choosing a model for winter fishing, in addition to the price of the product, the main factors should be taken into account.

• Weather conditions in which ice fishing will take place. This will determine the choice between one-, two- or three-layer tents with a moisture-resistant or "breathing" roof.
• Number of fishermen and tackle. There are single, double and triple tents to choose from with ample space for gear and equipment.
• Dimensions and weight of the tent. Depending on the chosen model in terms of capacity and the number of layers of protection, the dimensions and weight in the assembled form change.

For an overview of the three-layer tent "Stack Cube 3", see the following video.