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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 […]

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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Coolers Better Than YETI: Superior Performance Ice Chests

Yeti is THE brand name in high-end coolers but there are quite a few coolers that are better than Yeti in both performance, features and price. Yeti were the first to create top of the line, high-performance coolers back in 2006 but since then a lot of companies have followed in their footsteps creating me-too […]

6 Best Budget Soft Coolers Under $50 – Cheap Coolers Worth Considering

If you're on an extreme budget and looking for a good quality soft cooler under the $50 mark then there are a few decent options available. Unfortunately this price point means a lot of the high-end coolers like Yeti, Pelican and Engel are completely out of the picture and most of the high-quality value-for-money coolers […]

10 Best Giant Coolers over 200-Quart

Giant coolers over 200-Quarts are great for commercial use, large groups or long hunting trips. I've checked out the best giant coolers on the market so you can find the right cooler for your budget. Whether you're after a long term cooler that will keep ice for weeks or a short term cheaper cooler that […]

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How To Remove Smells and Odors From Your Yeti Cooler

Yeti coolers are designed for the rough outdoors. Whether it be hunting, fishing or camping with the family over time your Yeti cooler may hold some smells awesome ideas that you want to get rid of. Maybe you're like me and you came home from a camping trip and thought to yourself “I'll just clean […]

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 […]

10 Easy Ways To Make Block Ice: Make It At Home

Large block ice lasts long then regular cubed ice and it can be a great way to keep things cold for an extended period of time. But how can you make block ice at home and it is hard to do? The good news is it's pretty easy to make block ice at home and […]

Frequently Asked Questions You ask, we answer

Does Walmart Sell Yeti Coolers?

Walmart is a great place to shop for discounts on lots of different products. It can be an easy and convenient store to shop at. So you may be asking does Walmart sell Yeti products? And if Walmart does sell Yeti products do they offer a discount on them? Unfortunately no, Walmart does not sell […]

Do Yeti Tundra Coolers and Tumblers Float? TESTED AND PROVEN

If you’re out fishing or boating and your Yeti fell into the river or ocean would it float? Do Yeti Tundra coolers and tumblers float or do they sink like a rock? I have tested it and Yeti Tundra coolers WILL float even when completely full. This is because the plastic and insulation are less […]

What To Do If You've Accidentally Washed A Silica Gel Packet

Sometimes mistakes happen and from time to time you may throw something brand new in the wash but forget to take out the silica gel packet that came with it. What do you do if you've accidentally washed a silica gel packet? If you've accidentally washed a silica gel packet remove it and any loose […]

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7 Easy Ways To Insulate Your Cooler Lid

Did you know you can improve how long your cooler will hold ice for by insulating the lid? Most cheaper coolers come with a lid that is completely hollow and has no insulation in it at all. Companies make cooler lids hollow as a way to make the cooler more lightweight and save money. But […]

Spray Foam Cooler Lid Insulation Guide: Keep Ice Longer

While coolers are designed to insulate and keep ice from melting a lot of the cheaper coolers out there don't have insulation in the lid. The lid is just an empty piece of plastic with air inside and this lets a lot of heat through causing your ice to melt faster. You can use spray […]

Why Are Cooler Lids Hollow? Plus How To Insulate It

Most people don't realize it but if you've ever seen a cooler cut in half or broken through the lid of a cooler you'll see that most cheap cooler lids are hollow. But why are cooler lids hollow? Do hollow lids serve a purpose and is there a reason coolers don't have insulation in the […]

10 Easy Ways To Make Block Ice: Make It At Home

Does Block Ice Last Longer Than Regular Ice?

You may have heard people mention that if you want to keep ice for longer then you should use large blocks of ice instead of smaller loose cubes of ice. But I wanted to look into this and see whether block ice lasts longer than regular ice or not? The answer to this question wasn't […]