Tutorials, for you
On this page I will be updating quick how to tutorials for your convenience!
starting a fire
Here is a video of our most efficient way to start a fire for your hot tub.
Remember - once you get your tub up to a desired temperature add less wood or leave the coals burning to maintain temperature as opposed to continuing to raise the temperature. Keep legs/body a few inches away from the higher hot water outflow tube.
tub set up
This video shows the kind of ground we chose for the sasquatch hot tub, as well as how to level the ground/rid of rocks. Wood also provides a layer of insulation from the ground, keeping your tub hotter longer.
These tubs are very sturdy, but obvious rocks roots and uneven ground should be avoided or filled in prior to tub placement.
Tub Tear Down
Follow our tutorial of how to easily drain the water when you’re ready to venture back home.
Summary: 1. Once equipment has cooled off (day after is preferable) detach removable hoses and let the tub drain 2. Once water level is below the lowest outlet, tip over and away from the valves to remove the rest of the water 3. Rinse the coils off with water to keep your area cleaner in transport.
Tub care/maintenance
Like anything, the better you treat it the longer it lasts. After you’re done using your Sasquatch Hot Tub in the wild remember to rinse the metal off when arriving home. Especially after being used in salt water, as well as chlorinated.
Rinse then wipe it dry with a rag or towel before stowing away. If you cant store indoors, just flip it upside down or leave a tub cover or small tarp over top to protect it from the elements.
To get the most out of an at home hot tub it’s best to not leave water (especially if it’s chlorinated) for long periods of time. If you use your tub for a day or two in a row, you probably don’t need to add chlorine since the hose water should already be treated by your city. This tub works best filling and draining the water pre and post use. Remember, wood fire heating takes 1-2 hours anyway! Spend the extra 10 some minutes to fill and drain to give your tub the longest rust free life possible. Who doesn’t want fresh water anyway!
If you have your heart set on long term salt water or chlorine use, we recommend using coatings such as POR15, Pond Armour, Raptor liner, or Galvacoat for extra defence to these products.
tub storage
The tub is a great place to store all of your gear inside of when you’re not using it. With a tub cover/lid or flipped upside down these units are perfectly capable of being outside if there isn’t room in your garage or shed. Although not being in the rain enables the tub to live longer, these units are meant to be used outside and therefore Sasquatch approved.