$6.06 for Ice - You've got to be kidding

[TR.]

Good chart, thanks for posting. When I bought my yeti most of these were new and/or unproven, and I think they have now shown to be good coolers. The Orion I use for my big cooler had good reviews in a recent test, not the best, but very good. What I really like about both is that they can take a beating and come out unscathed. No more cutting up webbing and replacing the hinges! And I never thought much of the bear certification thing but last year on the Smith river that was all that was allowed, and I had it covered. Again, many good coolers out there, some really pricey, some not as bad, up to what you like and what works for you.

TR

 

[bubba]

We added a Home Depot freezer to the boat a few years ago and it has been awesome. For transport to the lake or on day trips we use frozen water bottles. Zero mess and once thawed you have a bottle of water.

 

[fisheye]

I stop in Blanding, and get blocks for about $2 ea. . And they have dry ice also.

 

[TR.]

Do I remember someone saying something about dry ice in Hanksville now? Tried searching but it keeps saying something is wrong.
Thanks.

TR

 

[PowellBride]

Do I remember someone saying something about dry ice in Hanksville now? Tried searching but it keeps saying something is wrong.
Thanks.

TR

I thought it was Hole in the Rock that said they had it, but don't hold me to it

 

[VanillaIceCream]

I just saw some info about a company selling refrigerators and small freezers that run off DC & solar. I hope to check them out next week at the Denver Outdoor Retailer Convention. I’ll share what I learn. The flyer had a small unit pictured that’s perfect for my boat.

Erik

 

[Littlesaltwash]

Thanks for the sportsman cooler link, goblin. We ordered and just received one of the 65 qt. Lost creek coolers. Looks like it should do the job as a designated ice cooler. They had a 85 qt on sale for 229 but missed it.

 

[26Biesemeyer]

ahoy cap'n crabby! I recommend you take your boat outings in the winter. heheh. just kidding.

no, but yeah, Ice is expensive along with everything else which logistics or gouging are involved.

 

[Zman]

I just saw some info about a company selling refrigerators and small freezers that run off DC & solar. I hope to check them out next week at the Denver Outdoor Retailer Convention. I’ll share what I learn. The flyer had a small unit pictured that’s perfect for my boat.

Erik

Engel is one of the first to do this. Others are coming out.

 

[Sasquatch]

Doesn't Dometic build quite a few models?

 

[Zman]

Doesn't Dometic build quite a few models?

Yes they do. Had a huge display at the overland expo.

 

[26Biesemeyer]

I have a fridge on deck under a sink on my new/old 2000 Regal 2550 LSC... I'm told it eats batteries though.

 

[catchnabuzz]

Unless you like your bloody mary extra spicy!

 

[VanillaIceCream]

I saw these at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver this July. I'm putting this out for info only, I don't endorse any, but cool technology.

I would think if you have a houseboat or larger boat with room for the solar panels, you can have solar ice-chest / ice maker now.

Dometic
https://shop.dometic.com/store/dometic/en_US/list/categoryID.4874363700


I know there are other cheaper brands, just wanted to mention these.

Erik

 

[PowellBride]

I saw these at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver this July. I'm putting this out for info only, I don't endorse any, but cool technology.

I would think if you have a houseboat or larger boat with room for the solar panels, you can have solar ice-chest / ice maker now.

Dometic
https://shop.dometic.com/store/dometic/en_US/list/categoryID.4874363700


I know there are other cheaper brands, just wanted to mention these.

Erik

Our partners have had one for 3 or 4 years. They swear it works better than the refrigerators on the houseboat. They use it for camping, Powell and long car trips