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Every Yeti Cooler Color LISTED – What Color Do Yeti Coolers Come In?
Yeti coolers come in 2 main colors – white and desert tan, but they also have multiple limited release/seasonal colors like Seafoam, River Green, Charcoal and even Pink. Ice Blue used to be a standard Yeti color but it was discontinued in 2019 in favor of Seafoam Green which seems to be a new standard […]
11 Best Coolers For Ice Retention: Keep Ice Longest RANKED
Coolers these days can keep ice for days at a time and even up to 1-2+ weeks depending on the brand and the size of the cooler. With so many brands out there all claiming “Keeps Ice For X Days” I wanted to actually compare these cooler brands to each other to determine which coolers […]
14 Best Soft Coolers Like Yeti Hopper But Cheaper: 2020 YETI HOPPER ALTERNATIVES
Yeti Hopper soft sided coolers are some of the best soft-sided coolers out there. They are extremely durable, backed by a 3-year warranty and can hold ice for 2-3+ days. However, Yeti coolers are extremely expensive and not everyone wants to spend that much money. Luckily there are a lot of great soft coolers like […]
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12 Best Round Coolers and Bucket Coolers
Most coolers are the same rectangular shape, but there are a few coolers out there breaking the mould and offering round coolers of a variety of different reasons. Some of these round coolers aim to rethink the 5-gallon bucket, which is so common in fishing and other industries, while others are perfect for holding drinks […]
16 Top Rated Coolers – Which Is The Best Ice Chest?
What are the top rated coolers on the market today? I show you the best coolers on the market as rated by previous customers so you can choose the right ice chest for you. By looking at the ratings customers of these products leave we can work out which coolers have the most happy customers […]
12 Best Coolers For Women – Practical and Stylish Ice Boxes For Girls
If you’re a woman that loves the outdoors (or you know one who does) then chances are you may need a cooler. There are a lot of great coolers out there and while some of them are more masculine in nature there are many options that are more feminine and would be great for women. […]
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How To Clean a Hydro Flask Bottle Properly Everytime
While you may just be using your Hydro Flask bottle for water it can still build up hidden mold and generally speaking you want to clean your bottle well every day or two to ensure that it is clean. So how do you clean your Hydro Flask bottle properly every time so you can ensure […]
How To Dispose of Dry Ice Safely and Easily
If you’ve found yourself with some dry ice that you have no real use for you may be wondering how to dispose of it safely. Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide and it’s extremely cold. At -109ºF (-78ºC) it’s so cold that it can burn your skin if you touch it and it lets off […]
How To Pack a Cooler For a Long Trip
If you’re taking a cooler on a long trip the way you pack it matter a lot. Pack it properly and ice can last for days at a time or even weeks. Fail to pack it properly and everything will warm up super quickly meaning you’ll need to buy more ice or you’ll be stuck […]
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Is Silica Gel Dangerous or Safe To Touch?
Silica gel comes in lots of consumer packaging and is used to absorb moisture and to keep it away from foods, medicines, clothing and even electronics. Silica gel bags often come with warning labels “DO NOT EAT” and you may be wondering is silica gel dangerous to touch or can you safely touch it? Is […]
Can You Microwave Lube? EXPLODING LUBRICANT BOTTLE
You may notice that when you go to use lube it can feel quite cold on your skin. This makes for a pretty unpleasant experience. Can you microwave lube in order to bring it up to temperature? What happens when you microwave lube? Does the consistency change and does it warm up quickly? I couldn’t […]
Do Stoneware Mugs Keep Coffee Hot?
Just like you I love my coffee and I hate it when my coffee gets cold before I get to finish drinking it. There are many different types of ceramic mugs to choose from but I heard stoneware mugs could keep coffee hot for longer. But do stoneware mugs keep coffee hot? I couldn’t find […]
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21 Problems with RTIC Coolers You Need To Be Aware Of
RTIC Coolers are a popular cooler brand and they sell so well because they offer a product similar to Yeti but sell it for a fraction of the price. But there are some problems with RTIC Coolers you should be aware of before you go out and buy one. First let me say, for the […]
Why Is Ice Melting So Quickly in my RTIC Cooler? SOLVED
RTIC coolers talk about their extreme ice retention but sometimes you can find your ice melting in as little as 24 hours. Or sometimes even a cheap $40 Coleman cooler can outperform your RTIC cooler. Why is ice melting so quickly in your RTIC cooler? Well there are a few common reasons as well as […]
6 Ways To Lock a Coleman, Igloo or Other Cheap Cooler
If you’ve got a Coleman cooler or another cheaper brand like Igloo or Rubbermaid how do you lock it down when there is no obvious place to attach a lock or secure the cooler at all? I’ve owned my Coleman Xtreme for 5 years now and while it wouldn’t be expensive to replace it’s still […]
10 Best RTIC Cooler Locks: Stop Your RTIC Getting Stolen
If you’re going to be investing money into an expensive RTIC cooler then you’ll want to protect it with a high quality RTIC Cooler lock to make sure it doesn’t get stolen. People stealing high-end coolers like Yeti and RTIC is actually a very common occurrence. According to Forbes coolers are one of the hottest […]
How To Properly Lock a Yeti Cooler: Stop Your Yeti Being Stolen
The last thing you want, after buying an expensive Yeti cooler, is to have it stolen from the back of your truck, inside your car, from your campsite or wherever you leave it. To make sure your Yeti cooler is safe from theft you need to lock it properly with something no ordinary thief can […]
What Size Lock Do You Need For a Yeti Cooler?
If you’re looking to lock your Yeti cooler, either to make it bear proof or to stop it being stolen what size lock do you need and should you buy the locks that Yeti sells? To bear proof a Yeti cooler you need a lock with a 2-2.5 inch (51-63mm) long shackle or longer and […]