Camping Coolers Buying Guide
Camping coolers are indispensable camping equipment when camping in places without a store. They store food to avoid spoilage and keep your beverages cold so that you can camp out in comfort.
Tips to Buy Coolers
* Cooler sizes are measured in quarts. If you require a small cooler, go for something lesser than
large coolers of more than 80 quarts are ideal.
* If you think you can power
electric coolers with your car battery or an external battery, then electric coolers are a good choice.
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hard sided coolers are an answer to long camping trips and heavy storage requirements.
* Make sure you buy coolers with enough insulation that keep cool for five to six days and have ice to last for that long.
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Coolers with drain plugs facilitate drainage of excess water from coolers. Tight lids prevent animals from spoiling the content in the coolers.
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Wheeled coolers and coolers with carrying handles facilitate convenient carrying and access.
* Check whether your coolers have additional features like
key holders and flat tops. Cooler with flat tops can be doubled up as tables.
Storage and Maintenance Tips
* Chill and freeze food and beverages before storing as this will let the food stay cold for longer.
* Keep the cooler in shade and cover it with a blanket if possible. Avoid opening it frequently.
* Take along two coolers with you. A small one for beverages as well as a larger one for food and freshly caught fish or game.
* First organize the food inside the cooler and then top it with ice for better results.
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