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Just thought I would share with you a project I have been working on for a portable windbreak.

This was made with 3/4" pvc. I had most of the stuff already so I don't know what the cost would be, but I am sure it would still be reasonable.

The bottom part of the rack is semi permanant on the sled and the rest comes apart and goes into the duffle for transporting. I do believe it will easily pull around while set up if the wind isn't to bad, (haven't tried it out yet, this Saturday will be it's debue)

The wooden box (need to figure out a lighter storage system, there) holds the rods, gear, sonar and bait. The buckets hold my tipdowns and misc.

There are 2 buckets one will be for fish the other is 2 buckets combined with the bottom cut out of one and screwed together (made a taller bucket to sit on and for the gear), the lid has had all but 2 of the "latches" cut off, easier to work in the cold with.[]

The ice spoons have just had the foam put on as last weekend one of mine slid down the hole after I set it down on the bench[mad]

I hope to figure out a rod rack but not sure if it will be on the sled, frame or the bench.
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nice work panfish it looks good. its better than standing in the wind.
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Now I just need a big BFT logo for the tarp[cool]
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lol. well you wouldnt be hard to find on the ice then.
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Looks like you do good work. The wooded box looks heavy. Have you tried pulling it on the ice yet? It looks like it will serve its purpose as a wind break.

Windriver
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Nice work, Michael. Expect to see a follow-up with a pic of that bucket full of fish! Mike
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I have considered a similar design on my old sled, but never got around to it. Also wondered if the PVC would really hold against much of a wind. I'll be anxious to hear a report on how well it works.
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Where's the kitchen sink??
alot better than buying one of those overpriced setups at Sportsmans.
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Well it worked real well and was very easy to put up and take (even in a breeze).[] It will blow over in a gust even with the heavy box[] I also liked how easily it moved around while set up. The lower part of pvc which is fastened to the sled helps with carrying any extra stuff for guest.
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