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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 […]
Best Yeti Cooler Alternatives 2020: By Category
Yeti coolers are great, I personally own one, but they are expensive and not everyone wants to get a Yeti brand. The brand is now 10+ years old and in that time so many new options have come to market. Some are cheaper, some perform better, some are just “me too” versions while others offer […]
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 […]
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Best Cooler For The Money
There are a lot of great coolers out there to choose from but the Pelican ProGear Elite is the best cooler for the money for a number of reasons. [su_column] [yasr_overall_rating] [amazon asin=B018IGMQEK&template=button] [/su_column] Of the best coolers on the market the Pelican is not only the most affordable model when compared with all other […]
Best Electric Cooler
With a not-too-big-not-too-small size, cooling and warming capabilities and a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty, the [amazon asin=B00NHBYOA6&text=Wagan EL6224] is the best electric cooler for most people. [su_column] [yasr_overall_rating] [amazon asin=B00NHBYOA6&template=button] [/su_column] 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 […]
12 Best Coolers With Wheels – The Top Wheeled Coolers
Having a cooler with wheels makes moving around a heavy and bulky cooler so much easier. It saves your back and often means you can move a heavy cooler by yourself without needing help. There are a huge range of coolers on the market. I’ve looked through all of them to compile a shortlist of […]
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20 Common Hydro Dipping Mistakes You Need To Avoid
Hydro dipping looks easy and straightforward but if you don’t do it correctly you can end up with a bad and blotchy paint job that doesn’t look nearly as good as you would like. There are some common hydro dipping mistakes that people that lead to a poor outcome. By avoiding these mistakes you increase […]
7 Ways To Keep Drinks Hot In A Hydro Flask For Longer
Hydro Flasks are able to keep drinks hot for up to 12+ hours but there are some little things that you can do that will help your Hydro Flask bottle to keep drinks hotter for longer. Follow the tips below so you can enjoy your hot tea or warm coffee throughout the entire day. If […]
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 […]
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How Many Hydro Flask Sizes Are There?
Hydro Flask bottles started with just 2 sizes but they now come in a variety of different sizes. You may be wondering how many Hydro Flask sizes are there? I’ve recently written an article on the best Hydro Flask sizes so I’ve done my research and worked out exactly how many sizes of Hydro Flask […]
Arctic Zone Titan Deep Freeze Cooler Questions Answered
Arctic Zone Titan Deep Freeze coolers are an extremely popular cooler on Amazon, racking up thousands of reviews. When my Dad brought home one of these coolers I knew I wanted to write a review about it as well as compare it to other brands like Yeti. I had a bunch of questions about this […]
Did Hydro Flask Change Their Logo?
The Hydro Flask logo looks like a jumping person and gives a sense of refreshment, energy and joy. But has the Hydro Flask logo always looked like this or did Hydro Flask change their logo? Hydro Flask have actually changed their logo: Hydro Flask changed their logo in August, 2015. They simplified their logo image, […]
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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 […]