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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 […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
Best Coolers For Air Travel: Kept Your Stuff Cold When Flying
Whether you're flying oversea of domestic you may want to keep food, drinks or medicine cold on your flight over. But what are the best coolers for air travel and what do you need to know about taking coolers on airplanes? What Kind Of Coolers Are Best For Air Travel There are 3 main types […]
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20 Simple Ways To Keep a Cooler Cold The Longest
Coolers are designed to stay cold and to keep ice frozen for an extended period of time. However, how well you pack and use your cooler can make a HUGE difference to how long it will stay cold for. Just throwing some ice in a cooler might be better than leaving the ice in a […]
What Size Cooler Do You Need? How To Choose The Right Sized Cooler
Choosing the right size cooler for your needs is one of the most difficult decisions when it comes to picking which cooler is going to be right for you. But how do you choose the right size cooler and how do you know which size is right for you? Go too small and your cooler […]
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 […]
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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 […]
How Long Does Dry Ice Last In a Styrofoam Cooler?
Styrofoam coolers are often used to transport frozen or refrigerated goods with the use of dry ice. But how long does dry ice last in a styrofoam cooler, when does it run out and are there ways you can make it last longer? Dry ice lasts approximately 18-24 hours in a regular sized styrofoam cooler […]
How Long Does a Yeti Cooler Stay Cold? ANSWERED
Yeti coolers are expensive coolers that claim really good ice retention. But how long does a Yeti cooler stay cold and what affects how long a Yeti cool can keep items cold for? With regular use a Yeti cooler will stay cold for 2-4 days but it has the ability to stay cold and keep […]
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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 […]
