Despite the shoulder padding, we found it felt less and less comfortable the longer we wore it. So, comfort is a factor to consider when deciding between a backpack cooler and other styles. We’ve been making coolers since 1947, so we know all about what you need from an ice chest. If you want a… Continue reading Hard Coolers and Ice Chest
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Hard Coolers and Ice Chest
After testing 23 backpack coolers, we named this sporty, streamlined Hydro Flask model the Best Overall. Designed for durability, it’s made out of rugged, waterproof nylon and outfitted with lightweight igloo ice chest insulation that keeps items cold for up to 36 hours. In our tests, we found that this backpack resisted damage and leaking… Continue reading Hard Coolers and Ice Chest
Ice Chest Coolers & Hard Coolers
One caveat — this type of cooler needs to be prepped before use. The manufacturer recommends bringing it indoors and filling it with ice for a few hours to let the container cool, then adding fresh ice and your perishables for optimum performance. And we always focus on providing you with long-lasting cold retention, the… Continue reading Ice Chest Coolers & Hard Coolers
Igloo Profile II 50Qt Ice Chest Blue
Of course, the internal dimensions and capacity also make a big difference in what you can bring with you in your icebox and how many extra bags and boxes you’ll need to bring lgloo Cooler along. And the proportion of these dimensions to one another also makes a big difference. A low and long model… Continue reading Igloo Profile II 50Qt Ice Chest Blue
48 Quart IGLOO Ice Chest
It measures 28.4 by 15.8 by 17.5 inches, its design incorporates bevels and angles all over the place, and it has a ruler and cup holders molded into its lid. Insulation obsessives may want to fill those cup holders with Styrofoam, but considering how well this cooler performed in our tests, doing so doesn’t seem… Continue reading 48 Quart IGLOO Ice Chest
IGLOO 49494 70 QUART MAXCOLD ICE CHEST COOLER
Yeti burst onto the scene by marketing its coolers as apocalypse-grade, premium-priced pieces of luxury outdoor equipment. The company’s founders, Texan brothers Roy and Ryan Seiders were avid outdoorsmen themselves. After breaking one too many coolers on their own expeditions, they bet that expert hunters, anglers, and wealthy wannabes would drop an avalanche lgloo Cooler… Continue reading IGLOO 49494 70 QUART MAXCOLD ICE CHEST COOLER
Igloo Marine Ultra Series Ice Chest 72 Qt White
The RTIC Ultralight 52 has nearly everything you could want from a cooler. It manages to keep a medium to large internal volume while staying lightweight and portable. While we can’t control how much you plan on throwing in the cooler, it was noticeably lighter than the competition when empty. The rope handles lift well… Continue reading Igloo Marine Ultra Series Ice Chest 72 Qt White
48 Quart IGLOO Ice Chest
Downsides are even more weight (the RovR and Igloo weigh around 35 lbs.), bulk, and cost. Additionally, these wheeled beasts still struggle over rough terrain and may require carrying if you don’t have a defined path to follow. But for camping, days at the beach, or even tailgating, a rolling cooler can be a solid… Continue reading 48 Quart IGLOO Ice Chest
Hard Coolers and Ice Chest
Even after regular use over several years, the Tundra 65 performs just as well as the day we bought it. Yeti also continues to diversify the colors and personalization options available for this cooler, providing more choices to match your style better. We’ve tested soft coolers for many years, and the Engel HD30 continues to… Continue reading Hard Coolers and Ice Chest
Igloo Profile II 50Qt Ice Chest Blue
Unlike several other competitors, the RTIC 65 has two drainage ports for quick cleaning and draining. The Cabela Polar Cap 80 takes one of the top spots in our insulation igloo cooler with wheels tests with temperatures lasting below 40º F for eight days. This, in part, is due to raised feet and its airtight… Continue reading Igloo Profile II 50Qt Ice Chest Blue