Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 08:26:01 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-TE4RnqT0U (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-TE4RnqT0U)
Post by: Bean Counter on August 07, 2014, 08:32:51 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 08:39:14 AM
Post by: lokidog on August 07, 2014, 08:46:35 AM
It would be interesting to have a test where it is 90 degrees and the cooler is opened every ten minutes to see if the performance is the same between brands.
Post by: baker5150 on August 07, 2014, 08:56:27 AM
Summary... buy the Coleman, a fraction of the cost, the same ice performance as the Yeti, and less than half the weight of the Yeti and the other "high end" one.
It would be interesting to have a test where it is 90 degrees and the cooler is opened every ten minutes to see if the performance is the same between brands.
I agree, id really like to see an actual real life scenario. 90 degree heat and direct sunlight, infiltration is a major factor considering the coleman doesn't have a lid gasket, and thinner insulation in areas like the cup holders.
I think a thermometer inside during the test would have been nice as well. After 8 days, one cooler could have 33 degree water in it, and anther could have 70 degree water in it.
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 09:07:08 AM
Summary... buy the Coleman, a fraction of the cost, the same ice performance as the Yeti, and less than half the weight of the Yeti and the other "high end" one.
It would be interesting to have a test where it is 90 degrees and the cooler is opened every ten minutes to see if the performance is the same between brands.
I agree, id really like to see an actual real life scenario. 90 degree heat and direct sunlight, infiltration is a major factor considering the coleman doesn't have a lid gasket, and thinner insulation in areas like the cup holders.
I think a thermometer inside during the test would have been nice as well. After 8 days, one cooler could have 33 degree water in it, and anther could have 70 degree water in it.
It doesn't appear that not having a gasket hurt the Coleman Extreme. Conducting the test in hotter weather shouldn't affect the overall ranking much. It'll just shorten the time it takes to melt the ice. :dunno: With a difference in price of 10 times, I think it's a no-brainer.
Post by: baker5150 on August 07, 2014, 09:12:10 AM
Summary... buy the Coleman, a fraction of the cost, the same ice performance as the Yeti, and less than half the weight of the Yeti and the other "high end" one.
It would be interesting to have a test where it is 90 degrees and the cooler is opened every ten minutes to see if the performance is the same between brands.
I agree, id really like to see an actual real life scenario. 90 degree heat and direct sunlight, infiltration is a major factor considering the coleman doesn't have a lid gasket, and thinner insulation in areas like the cup holders.
I think a thermometer inside during the test would have been nice as well. After 8 days, one cooler could have 33 degree water in it, and anther could have 70 degree water in it.
It doesn't appear that not having a gasket hurt the Coleman Extreme. Conducting the test in hotter weather shouldn't affect the overall ranking much. It'll just shorten the time it takes to melt the ice. :dunno: With a difference in price of 10 times, I think it's a no-brainer.
The gasket will definitely be a factor in hotter weather. The greater the delta T between the air inside and the air outside the cooler, than the faster the air will move between the two. Its all about containing the different air pressures.
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 09:25:48 AM
Post by: baker5150 on August 07, 2014, 09:30:02 AM
OK. I'm still not spending $450 on a cooler when I can spend $40 and get a positive result. You can buy a lot of dry ice for the difference.
HA, Im with ya on that one.
I think curiosity is getting the best of me. Maybe ill buy the Coleman and do the test myself, I need a new cooler anyway.
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 09:33:00 AM
OK. I'm still not spending $450 on a cooler when I can spend $40 and get a positive result. You can buy a lot of dry ice for the difference.
HA, Im with ya on that one.
I think curiosity is getting the best of me. Maybe ill buy the Coleman and do the test myself, I need a new cooler anyway.
The 39.99 from Target is online only. If you order something else for $11, shipping is free.
Post by: jasnt on August 07, 2014, 09:42:55 AM
Post by: WSU on August 07, 2014, 09:43:31 AM
Post by: Bean Counter on August 07, 2014, 09:57:15 AM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on August 07, 2014, 10:44:31 AM
Post by: washelkhunter on August 07, 2014, 10:53:14 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 10:55:18 AM
Post by: pd on August 07, 2014, 11:10:01 AM
I put my cooler open in the chest freezer for a couple days before the trip. Makes a big difference. If the space is limited, just put the stuff that's in the freezer in the cooler. Since mine hasn't had any elk meat in it for a long time, I have plenty of space. :bash:
Pianoman, thanks for finding this link. I, too, was surprised by the result.
Also, sorry about your situation. Sounds like somebody needs to get it done this fall...
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 11:14:38 AM
Post by: Bean Counter on August 07, 2014, 11:27:22 AM
Post by: bearpaw on August 07, 2014, 11:36:12 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on August 07, 2014, 11:37:28 AM
I'm surprised, the coleman did well, I would like to see someone form the forum do a test so we know it's factual!
I'd be happy to, Dale. Please PM me your credit card info and I can get started on that today! :tup:
Post by: bearpaw on August 07, 2014, 11:45:26 AM
I'm surprised, the coleman did well, I would like to see someone form the forum do a test so we know it's factual!
I'd be happy to, Dale. Please PM me your credit card info and I can get started on that today! :tup:
here ya go :chuckle:
1812 1812 1812 1812
exp 4/1/15
sc# 666
Post by: BULLBLASTER on August 07, 2014, 11:52:54 AM
Post by: MarkyMark on August 07, 2014, 12:02:53 PM
I once took a Coleman marine cooler drilled a hole in it and sprayed some expanding foam into it. That sucker really kept things cold for a long time.
Post by: Bean Counter on August 07, 2014, 12:03:47 PM
I'm surprised, the coleman did well, I would like to see someone form the forum do a test so we know it's factual!
I'd be happy to, Dale. Please PM me your credit card info and I can get started on that today! :tup:
here ya go :chuckle:
1812 1812 1812 1812
exp 4/1/15
sc# 666
According to my Russian sources this information is incorrect. :chuckle:
Speaking of that--anyway of knowing whether we were one of the hacked websites?
Post by: bearpaw on August 07, 2014, 12:18:35 PM
I'm surprised, the coleman did well, I would like to see someone form the forum do a test so we know it's factual!
I'd be happy to, Dale. Please PM me your credit card info and I can get started on that today! :tup:
here ya go :chuckle:
1812 1812 1812 1812
exp 4/1/15
sc# 666
According to my Russian sources this information is incorrect. :chuckle:
Speaking of that--anyway of knowing whether we were one of the hacked websites?
Keep an eye on your bank account, if money disappears then something is wrong somewhere! :yike:
(just joking, I haven't seen any signs of problems)
Post by: Alchase on August 07, 2014, 12:40:43 PM
Summary... buy the Coleman, a fraction of the cost, the same ice performance as the Yeti, and less than half the weight of the Yeti and the other "high end" one.
It would be interesting to have a test where it is 90 degrees and the cooler is opened every ten minutes to see if the performance is the same between brands.
I agree, id really like to see an actual real life scenario. 90 degree heat and direct sunlight, infiltration is a major factor considering the coleman doesn't have a lid gasket, and thinner insulation in areas like the cup holders.
I think a thermometer inside during the test would have been nice as well. After 8 days, one cooler could have 33 degree water in it, and anther could have 70 degree water in it.
It doesn't appear that not having a gasket hurt the Coleman Extreme. Conducting the test in hotter weather shouldn't affect the overall ranking much. It'll just shorten the time it takes to melt the ice. :dunno: With a difference in price of 10 times, I think it's a no-brainer.
The gasket will definitely be a factor in hotter weather. The greater the delta T between the air inside and the air outside the cooler, than the faster the air will move between the two. Its all about containing the different air pressures.
True, but opening each up for the same amount of time lets the same volume of hot air in. The gasket "should" only make a difference when not opened or achieving a water tight seal to prevent leaks :dunno:
Post by: northwesthunter84 on August 08, 2014, 10:01:19 AM
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Post by: Lucky1 on August 08, 2014, 10:07:42 PM