Best Beach Coolers

Wheels Will Only Slow You Down

2013-05-31T17:00:00.002-07:00

Not "Cool" for the Beach

There is a common misconception that wheeled coolers are great for the beach. This could not be any further from the truth. Unless you frequent a beach where the sand is packed down like asphalt a wheeled cooler will on cause you to work harder. None of the best beach coolers you see on this site will feature wheels. The fine powdery sand of places along the gulf coast like Destin, 30A, and Orange Beach is no place for anything with wheels. It is amazing how many wheeled coolers local beach retailers sell to the unknowing tourist. The idea of carrying a cooler full of beer, soda, and bottle water for hundreds of yards down the beach sounds terrible, but I promise it is not as bad as trying to roll one. The best beach cooler has a few key features: heavy insulation, lightweight, and most importantly multiple handles. The best cooler for any beach goer is whichever one you can carry the most comfortably. Before you buy make sure and consider how you will be transporting the cooler... You can thank me later!

Affordable Backpack Coolers and Chair Cooler Combos

2013-05-21T23:30:00.001-07:00

Same yourself some time, money, and effort by purchasing either a Backpack Cooler or a Chair Cooler combo. Either of these options is the way to go for frequent beach goers who know how miserable it can be to trek down the beach with all of your gear. The backpack cooler provides you with a cooler that is easy to transport along with dry storage for your cell phone, wallet, etc. The chair cooler can literally be the only thing you carry to the beach. It has all the benefits of the backpack cooler, but also gives you a comfy seat all in one load.

Best of the Rest - Pelican ProGear, Icey-Tek, Grizzly, and Igloo Yukon

2013-04-19T23:07:00.001-07:00

Yeti has the highest brand recognition of any premium cooler, but the competition in this category is getting more intense every day. Pelican ProGear, Icey-Tek, Grizzly, and Igloo have all stepped up their game in the high end cooler market. All of these manufacturers are currently producing coolers that are nearly as good, if not better, than Yeti's depending on your specific needs.

Year of the Yeti - Full Yeti Coolers Comparison

2013-04-19T21:34:00.000-07:00

Yeti® Coolers have become the new "must have" gadget for gear heads across the country. Claiming to be colder, stronger, versatile, and more durable, Yeti's have taken over the domestic cooler market by satisfying the needs of the most demanding weekend warriors. While you may feel a little sticker shock when shopping for a Yeti you will undoubtedly not regret the investment once you have used it for a day on the boat or at the beach.

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The Best Boat Cooler

2011-04-25T22:04:00.000-07:00

When most people hear the word "Yeti" they think one thing, Bigfoot. Yeti coolers do share many common characteristics with bigfoot, the only difference is that Yeti coolers actually exist. Yeti coolers combine premium craftsmanship and materials with incredible durability to make the ultimate boat cooler. Everything from the unique latching system to the one piece construction put these coolers on a totally different level. The highlights of Yeti coolers are too numerous to list so please visit their website, http://www.yeticoolers.com/ , to read more. Whether you need a dependable cooler for long road trips, or your 65' Hatteras, Yeti has you covered with coolers of all sizes.

Be the first to get a Yeti and watch your friends jump on the Yeti bandwagon. After using a Yeti you will never buy another brand again. They are easily the best boat cooler on the market.

The Ultimate Man Cooler

2011-04-08T23:12:00.000-07:00

This is an issue that has been debated among men for years. Over the weekend I will attempt to put an end to this debate. Many have claimed to be the ultimate man cooler, but only one will come out on top. All of the top contenders for the prestigious title of "Best Man Cooler" will undergo a rigorous review. They must meet some of the following conditions: great beach cooler, have above average cooling capacity, easy to transport, rugged, durable, and most importantly a good deal.

In a perfect world the "best man cooler" would combine a cooler, seating, radio, lighting, storage, cupholders, fishing rod holder, and a fan. From what I've seen so far this cooler does not exist, but I will search diligently for the closest match. The best beach coolers and man coolers share many similarities. First and foremost they must keep your beer cold. They both must also be able to handle the abuse of long days at the beach, farm, dove field, lake, crawfish boil, bachelor party, SEC football game, and many other events that can push a cooler to it's limit. So stay tuned to see to the Best Beach Coolers blog to see who will come out on top of this years "Ultimate Man Cooler" competition.

Please post a comment with any possible candidates.

Backpack Coolers

2011-04-07T12:41:00.000-07:00

The backpack cooler can be quite useful when trying to get all of your supplies to the beach in one trip. Some of the best beach coolers feature shoulder straps, wheels, and handles, but nothing is quite as easy or comfortable as a backpack. These are a few of the best backpack coolers and beach coolers that are available:

This backpack cooler offered by Zuma is more focused on comfort than quantity. It is an excellent beach cooler option and a great value for $21.95.

This backpack cooler offered by Coleman is large enough to chill a 12 pack, yet comfortable enough for a lengthy trek through the sand. Combining comfort and excellent cooling capacity, this is one of the best beach coolers on the market.

This chair, cooler, fishing rod holder combo made by Oasis is a must have for beach goers that like to try their hand at catching dinner. The chair folds up and features backpack straps, rod holder/drink holder, removable 6 pack cooler, and a storage pouch. Amazon is currently running a special on this awesome beach cooler/chair combo where they will include a solar rechargeable LED light with the purchase of the chair. That makes this my pick of the week for best beach cooler!

Hercules! The Man's Cooler

2011-02-23T11:16:00.000-08:00

This is the cooler that every man should have. You are probably familiar with Coleman's previous marine cooler that was all white with rope handles, the Coleman XP H2O is the next generation of marine grade. The XP H2O is large enough to hold 327 cans, insulated well enough to keep ice for a week, built sturdy enough to withstand the abuse of a charter fishing boat, so go ahead and get yourself one!

A cooler of this quality is more of an investment than it is a impulse buy. This cooler will become a member of your family. It will be there for some of the best memories in your life. While XP H2O is an interesting name, "Hercules" would be much more appropriate for beautiful creation. Enjoy your new cooler.

Coolers that Know How to Chill at the Beach

2011-02-22T10:42:00.000-08:00

What makes a good beach cooler? The four main characteristics to consider when purchasing a cooler for the beach are: ease of mobility, interior storage capacity, bonus/exterior storage, and insulation. Most of these characteristics should be easily identifiable with the naked eye. No need to dissect the entire cooler. Simply look at any heavy traffic areas and moving parts such as zippers, velcro flaps, hinges, handles, wheels, etc. Coolers are one of the those products where the saying, "you get what you pay for" almost always rings true. Let's take a look at several high quality coolers that will not break the bank

Planning on hitting the beach around 9:00 a.m. and not leaving until sunset? If so, you are going to need a large cooler with above average insulation. Unless you enjoy making the trek back to the condo every few hours to get more ice or beverages, a hard body cooler is the only way to go. The Coleman 40 quart wheeled cooler has what it takes to keep you on the beach all day. This has been my go to cooler for extended outings at the beach, on a boat, camping, road trips, and many many more excursions. Coleman makes some great products, including some of the best beach coolers on the market, that are all reasonably priced. These coolers have even been rumored to survive being thrown off the roof of a fraternity house, so I've heard. The wheels, handle, hinges, and insulation are all above par and will not disappoint. Throw in the 1/3 gallon flip-top water jug, 2 can huggies/koozies, and a freezer pack all for about $42. All around great product at a great price that will keep your drinks cold, and you hydrated all day long. Having one of the best beach coolers made will make your next trip that much better.