cooler - what kind to get? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

old_rookie · 06-11-2010, 07:12 PM

In the event I actually catch a legal sized fish to take home to the mrs. and family, is coleman or whatever is on sale at walmart OK? I have seen Yeti coolers advertised in the sport fishing magazines. Any recommendations? I'm thinking I should upgrade from my 5 gallon bucket filled with frozen water bottles.

GregAndrew · 06-11-2010, 07:38 PM

If you are fishing for WSB I would suggest something in the 100 quart and over range. Just can't keep enough of the bigger fish in anything less. Very good idea to buy it before you need it cause it can save you a bundle. I am finding the wheels on mine pretty handy too.

buttchaser · 06-11-2010, 07:47 PM

If you don't have the space for a Big cooler , This would be the way to go...
http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...er-Fish/Detail

Costco has the big 125 qt igloos for about $80.

deepdvr · 06-11-2010, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by buttchaser

If you don't have the space for a Big cooler , This would be the way to go...
http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...er-Fish/Detail

Costco has the big 125 qt igloos for about $80.

I got the huge igloo from Costco. Its a beast but perfect for icing down a couple of YT or a big ass WSB.

old_rookie · 06-11-2010, 10:14 PM

I knew I should have waited - but, I have not ventured out to the LJ kelp beds yet, just the bay so far. Picked up a 48qt igloo from WM for $20.

Siebler · 06-11-2010, 11:06 PM

If you can afford a Yeti there is not a better cooler on the Market. Im saving for mine now. Not cheap but well worth it. Plus it is Certified Bear Proof.

dmrides · 06-12-2010, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Siebler

Plus it is Certified Bear Proof.

Are there any good videos of them testing this claim? I would think they would be pretty entertaining.

roadx · 06-12-2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by dmrides

Are there any good videos of them testing this claim? I would think they would be pretty entertaining.

wavster · 06-12-2010, 09:31 AM

Here's a great bag from Surf to Summit that can hold the largest of fish
and comes with ice paks that are integrated into the insulated body. I
have one on my kayak.

http://www.yaktackle.com/index.php?productID=131

Of course, since OEX runs this site, please consider purchasing from
them first, if available.

Dave

old_rookie · 06-12-2010, 11:10 AM

They should make a video of Yeti vs. Worlds Strongest Redneck.

$$ is an issue for me.

Aaron · 06-12-2010, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by roadx

If that video isn't the best example of why the cool shit we men buy costs a fortune, I don't know what is...

"Honey, why on earth did you spend $_00 on an ice chest?" says wife.
"It keeps out friggin grizzly bears." says man.
"That seems excessive." says bewildered female.
"So does your coach purse." says dominate male.

I don't know why, but that video summed a whole lot of stuff up for me. lmao.

cowboybill · 06-12-2010, 06:07 PM

Hey, I am an old desert camper, and I can say that the 5 day coolers definately keep cooler-longer than a standard...

If you only need for a day, does not matter.

If you need to get a few days (like a Baja trip or?), I definately recommend the 5 day coolers...

Just my 2 cents worth!

06-11-2010, 07:12 PM	#1
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	cooler - what kind to get? In the event I actually catch a legal sized fish to take home to the mrs. and family, is coleman or whatever is on sale at walmart OK? I have seen Yeti coolers advertised in the sport fishing magazines. Any recommendations? I'm thinking I should upgrade from my 5 gallon bucket filled with frozen water bottles.

06-11-2010, 07:47 PM	#3
buttchaser Float Tuber Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 243	If you don't have the space for a Big cooler , This would be the way to go... http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...er-Fish/Detail Costco has the big 125 qt igloos for about $80. Last edited by buttchaser; 06-11-2010 at 07:58 PM.

06-11-2010, 11:06 PM	#6
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	If you can afford a Yeti there is not a better cooler on the Market. Im saving for mine now. Not cheap but well worth it. Plus it is Certified Bear Proof. __________________ CJ Siebler

06-12-2010, 09:31 AM	#9
wavster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Encinitas Posts: 562	Here's a great bag from Surf to Summit that can hold the largest of fish and comes with ice paks that are integrated into the insulated body. I have one on my kayak. http://www.yaktackle.com/index.php?productID=131 Of course, since OEX runs this site, please consider purchasing from them first, if available. Dave __________________

06-12-2010, 06:07 PM	#12
cowboybill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santee, CA Posts: 103	cool cooler Hey, I am an old desert camper, and I can say that the 5 day coolers definately keep cooler-longer than a standard... If you only need for a day, does not matter. If you need to get a few days (like a Baja trip or?), I definately recommend the 5 day coolers... Just my 2 cents worth!

06-11-2010, 07:38 PM	#2
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	If you are fishing for WSB I would suggest something in the 100 quart and over range. Just can't keep enough of the bigger fish in anything less. Very good idea to buy it before you need it cause it can save you a bundle. I am finding the wheels on mine pretty handy too.

06-11-2010, 10:14 PM	#5
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	I knew I should have waited - but, I have not ventured out to the LJ kelp beds yet, just the bay so far. Picked up a 48qt igloo from WM for $20.

06-12-2010, 11:10 AM	#10
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	They should make a video of Yeti vs. Worlds Strongest Redneck. $$ is an issue for me.