Although we’ve run into a bit of a cold spell here in the northeast, it really is that time of the year to start breaking out the coolers and planning barbecues and parties. Hell, I’ve all ready had my cooler out and full of ice, beer and food. This is only the third cooler I’ve had in the last 15 years, and I’m hoping it’ll be the last one I buy for a while. It’s huge and will hold a large volume of drinks, as well as food, condiments and ice. One of the big features for me (I have a bad back) is that the thing had a folding grab handle and is on wheels. This makes it much easier to haul around once I’ve packed the thing full. Open the back hatch on the truck, drop it to the ground, and roll it to where I need it. The other thing I like about i is that it has 4 drink holders in the top. While I don’t like that they’re all located on one end of the lid, there are 4 of them and as long as you aren’t sitting ten feet away from the thing, you should be able to reach your beer with relative ease.

The Coleman 62-Qt. Xtreme Wheeled Cooler - AKA - One Ass-Kicking Cooler

While I really like tis cooler, it may not be for everyone. I guess when you’re choosing a cooler, you have to keep in mind what you’re going to be using it for. I found this article online and thought I’d share it with you here.

Top Beer Cooler Tips to Live By
By Whitney Wright

If you are an avid drinker or you love to set up parties, it is time to get yourself a beer cooler. Moreover, when you do have one, please do keep note these following tips:

Find one that fits the beer. There are different sizes of beer coolers you can get in the market, so your choice will depend on how many packs of beer you are willing to put inside. If you are thinking of dozens and dozens of them, make sure to buy the large-sized chiller.

Go for the sturdy one. There is a good chance that you will be bringing the beer cooler with you when you go on trips, such as camping. Along the way, there will be a number of curves and bumps, which can disturb the cooler and its contents.

If you are not traveling, then most definitely, you are putting your cooler someplace else. There is also the possibility that you are going to put a number of things on top of it, particularly if you do not have much space. Therefore, it is a wise investment to buy a very sturdy cooler.

Do not dare to put food inside. You are thinking, “Hey, I can definitely save on space and even money if I just combine food with the beer.” Well, it is actually wrong thinking. Food should never be combined with beer. Even if you are going to put a lot of ice to keep both of them cold, your food will immediately spoil because you are going to keep the door of the cooler open frequently. Coldness will just escape from the container, allowing the moisture to build inside.

Bring some ice. If you are going on a long trip, do not forget to pack some ice. Your cooler can only do so much. It will not be able to function well if there is no ice inside it. You can pack as many blocks of ice as you like. As long as you do not open your cooler several times during the journey, your ice can surely last until you reach your destination.

Get some warranty. Some manufacturers can offer you warranty for the beer cooler. As a wise consumer, it should be something you take advantage of. This way, you can receive a refund or an exchange item if it turns out defective. You may also look forward to a discount for repairs.

Another beer beverage cooler tip is icy cold beer. You will not have to worry about hot beer with the right cooler. Buy one that has a temperature regulator to keep your beer as cold as you want. Beer chillers come in many different sizes and types. Check out a custom beer cooler to show off your passion for your favorite sports team!

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Whitney_Wright

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