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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 […]
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 […]
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Best Camping Cooler
As one of the best-performing coolers with the thickest insulation, a lifetime warranty and a great price the Canyon Outfitter Cooler is the best camping cooler on the market. There are a lot of great coolers out there and it was difficult to choose the best option specifically for the camper, but the Canyon Outfitter […]
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. Of the best coolers on the market the Pelican is not only the most affordable model when compared with all other major brands but it also […]
10 Best Pink Coolers: Yeti, ORCA, RTIC and other Pink Ice Chests
If the standard white or tan cooler coolers aren’t really your style then you may want to buy a pink cooler. Maybe you want to support breast cancer awareness or maybe you just like the color and want to show off your feminine side. Perhaps you’re buying a cooler as a present for a special […]
How To Guides Handy tips on how to take care of your gear
11 Best Tips To Keep Food Warm Without Electricity
Whether you're hosting a party, having a picnic, taking food with you or dinner is ready just a little too early you may want to keep your food warm until it's time to eat. Sometimes you want to be able to keep that food hot without electricity. Maybe you aren't at home and thus don't […]
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 […]
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
5 Dangerous Ways Dry Ice Can Kill You
Dry ice is considered safe when handled correctly and it can be bought from many different stores like Walmart and Costco. But can dry ice kill you and if so how can dry ice kill you? The truth is that yes, dry ice can kill you when you don't take the right precautions. It can […]
How Many Yetis Equal a Gallon or Liter?
Yeti tumbler cups, mugs and bottles come in many different shapes and sizes and are usually measured in US ounces. So how many Yetis does it take to make a gallon or to make a liter? This can be helpful to know so you can keep track of how many Yetis you need to drink […]
Why Do People Buy Hydro Flasks?
Hydro Flask water bottles seem to be everywhere and so many people seem to be buying them. But why do people buy Hydro Flasks? What is it about these bottles, and this brand in particular, that makes them so special? What is all the hype about and why are people buying these bottles in droves? […]
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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 […]
