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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Best Soft Coolers With Wheels: Top Rolling Soft Sided Coolers
Soft colours are light weight and easy to carry however once you fill them up with ice and beverages they start to get extremely heavy. Having wheels for your soft sided cooler makes your cooler much more portable and much more user-friendly. It means you can carry more stuff on your next adventure and you […]
Coolers Like YETI But Cheaper: Ultimate Buyer's Guide
There are a lot of coolers like Yeti but cheaper that you should consider when looking to purchase a new high-end cooler. Many are actually better than Yeti coolers in a variety of different ways. Some coolers, like the TechniIce, are better in terms of ice retention and can hold ice significantly longer. Other coolers […]
Best Electric Cooler
With a not-too-big-not-too-small size, cooling and warming capabilities and a 2-year manufacturer's warranty, the Wagan EL6224 is the best electric cooler for most people. The Wagan EL6224 is a 12V cooler with a large 24L (~25-quart) capacity that will cool its interior to about 36°F (20°C) below the ambient temperature. It is the design of this cooler that makes it […]
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Easy Ways To Clean Bad Smells and Mold From A Hydro Flask
If your Hydro Flask smells bad or contains what appears to be mold what should you do and how should you clean it? If you're like me then every now and then you'll leave your Hydro Flask with the good intention of cleaning out tomorrow only to leave it for a couple of weeks with […]
21 Best Ways To Keep Ice From Melting: Keep Ice Longer Than Ever
It is possible to keep ice from melting for hours, days and even weeks at a time if you use the right methods and store the ice correctly. Without preparation ice will melt in a matter of minutes or hours when left out in the open air. But you have a lot of different options […]
7 Easy Ways To Make Your Own Gel Ice Pack
Making your own gel ice pack can be quick, easy and cheap and can be a great way to treat injuries or to keep your lunch cold. Often they can be made with items you already have laying around your house too. Why go out there and spend $10-$15 on an ice pack when you […]
Frequently Asked Questions You ask, we answer
Why Is Ice Melting So Quickly In My Hydro Flask?
If you've invested in a Hydro Flask only to find that ice is melting much quicker than you thought it would there may be a simple explanation to that. In this article we'll look at the main reasons why your ice is melting fast and offer solutions to solve it. How Long Should Ice Last […]
How Do Yeti Coolers Work To Keep Ice So Long?
Yeti coolers can keep ice much longer than regular coolers. 3-5+ days is easily achievable and it can even keep ice up to 10 days! But how do Yeti coolers work and how do they keep ice so long when other coolers don’t? Yeti coolers work so well and keep ice so long because they […]
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 […]
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Can You Put Boiling Water in a Thermos?
A Thermos flask is a great way to keep drinks cold for hours or even days at a time. But can you put boiling water in a Thermos? Whether you want to make a hot coffee, a tea or you want to store hot water for later a Thermos has great insulating properties and can […]
How Long Does a Thermos Keep Soup Hot?
Insulated Thermos flasks are a great way to keep soup hot for lunch on a cold day. But how long does a thermos keep soup hot and is it safe to keep soup hot all day or can it go off? A thermos can keep soup hot for around 4-7 hours or more. Make sure […]
Why Does My Hydro Flask Smell Like Metal? Remove Metallic Taste
Sometimes a new Hydro Flask or even an older Hydro Flask can start to smell strongly of metal and can impart a metallic taste and metallic smell into your water or other drinks. I have noticed this in the past with my Hydro Flask so I wanted to work out why does my Hydro Flask […]
Can You Put Coffee With Milk In a Thermos?
I love a hot coffee and a thermos is a great way to keep your coffee hot all day long. But can you put coffee with milk in a thermos? Or will the milk go bad and potentially be dangerous to drink? I always make my coffees with milk and I love taking them on […]
Why Can't You Put Milk In a Thermos? SAFETY TIPS
It's often advised that you shouldn't put milk in a thermos or insulated flask but it is rarely explained why. The fact is you can't put milk in a thermos but there are some real risks associated with it and precautions you need to take. So why do people and companies say you can't put […]
Why Does Milk Curdle In a Thermos Flask?
Thermos flasks are great at keeping drinks like coffee and tea hot for hours at a time. But sometimes you'll go to drink you coffee or tea from your thermos only to find that the milk has curdled and looks disgusting. Why exactly does milk curdle in a thermos flask and is it safe to […]
