How to Buy the Best Cooler for Camping

Packing a cooler with cold beverages and snacks makes every activity better, whether camping with the family or just taking a day trip adventure. For extended camping trips, having fresh food is critical. You’ve got to be able to rely on your cooler for keeping your food fresh to enjoy regular meals. 

If you’re searching for the best cooler for camping or for any outdoor activity, there are a few very important features you should consider:

• Construction

• Durability

• Storage

• Drainage

• Critter/Bear Proof

Rotomolded Cooler Construction

A rotomolded cooler is constructed with a process called rotational molding, which means the entire cooler is poured as one continuous structure around a thick foam insulation. This type of construction provides maximum ice retention, up to 7-10 days for high quality rotomolded coolers. 

Durability

A durable cooler should last for many years. The rotomolded coolers are the most durable types of coolers available but must also contain durable parts such as handles, latches and wheels. Thick, rubber latches and heavy-duty woven rope handles will outlast other types of materials and are qualities of a cooler designed with long lasting, durable features. 

Storage

Select the cooler with the right amount of storage for your most common types of outings. The size of your family, friends and even your vehicle might dictate the size of cooler you’re looking for. Rotomolded coolers typically come measured in quarts, with 45 Qt. and 80 Qt. sizes typical to handle most small or larger gatherings. Packing your cooler is essential to realize maximum ice retention. Be sure you have enough room for ice and that you chill your cooler ahead of time, packing with chilled food and beverages. 

Drainage

Look for a good drain plug which allows you to release any water from the cooler. This helps to remove extra weight, keeps your food from getting soggy and makes your ice last longer. You never want to have to turn a cooler upside down to drain water from it. 

Critter/Bear Proof

Bears and other forest creatures can be quite resourceful when looking for food. Make sure that your cooler is critter proof and depending on where you camp, use a padlock to secure it closed. A durable, rotomolded cooler with a lock should be certified bear-resistant from the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee. 

Cascade Mountain Tech Rotomolded Coolers

Cascade Mountain Tech offers high quality, rotomolded coolers with durable construction, parts and features. Our super coolers are grizzly bear proof and keep ice for up to 10 days. You can find all your outdoor adventure gear at Cascade Mountain Tech, including super coolers, mummy sleeping bags, hiking poles and comfortable camping chairs. 

Contact Cascade Mountain Tech to learn more about the many features of our super coolers such as food baskets and cup holders available with our rotomolded coolers.