![]() We were sent the ‘35’ unit for our Yeti Tundra review, which arrived in a deep maroon ‘Harvest Red’ colour white, black or tan options are just some of the other available choices. Ideally requires two pairs of hands to lift and carry The insulation works just as well if you want to ditch the ice, turn the concept on its head and instead keep heat in, to haul hot meals rather than cold drinks, for example. While the concept here is to keep perishables cool and the heat out, belying the ‘cooler’ name it’s further worth noting there is an alternative use. Alternatively, you could opt for the Tundra Haul Hard Cooler, which helpfully comes with a pair of built-in wheels to ease transportation and allow one person to drag a fully loaded cooler solo. Just how portable they are of course depends on which size option we choose, in terms of inner volume, but, to give just one example, the bulky Tundra 35 Hard Cooler we tested came with carry ropes and handgrips each side, should hefting a fully-loaded unit out of the back of the car and down to the beach or park prove to be a two-person job. ![]() But for that slightly premium prices you get a sturdily constructed, well-insulated trunk of chill – or portable fridge, if you like – that manufacturer Yeti claims are leak proof and waterproof. The Silo 6G goes on sale later this summer, and as temperatures crest the 90s here in Santa Fe, I’m excited to pack it into the back of my car and see how it changes my hydration game.Todays best Yeti coolers don't come especially cheap – you'll find plenty more affordable options in our general best cool box guide, and you might luck out with a cheap Yeti sale or deal to take the price down. Like Yeti’s Tundra line, the Silo is sturdy enough to double as a stool or table, with a grippy top finish to keep your happy hour in place, and it’s got large carry handles and latches that won’t come undone if bumped or jostled. Then again, if you only have six gallons of cold water, chances are you’ll want to save it for drinking and use a separate supply for cleaning duty. Unlike the Aquatainer, the Silo doesn’t lock in the open-spigot position, which means no hands-free dishwashing. I can’t even count the number of times I’ve returned to my car after a hot day in the mountains to find my water stash practically boiling. In my book, the promise of cold water all weekend is enough to balance out the size and weight drawbacks. The big, cooler-style opening allows easy access to dump in a bag of ice, and Yeti’s pressure-injected foam insulation and extra-thick walls mean the water will stay cold. Unwieldiness notwithstanding, the Silo improves on classic water-jug design in a couple ways. In practice, this means the Silo won’t fit in some kitchen sinks, it will take up more room in your trunk, and it’ll be a burden to carry when full. ![]() It’s also heavy-16 pounds empty, compared with the Aquatainer’s two pounds. The Silo, on the other hand, holds six gallons, but it’s 15.5 by 15.5 by 18 inches, roughly equivalent to a midsize guitar amp. It’s cheap and dependable, it holds seven gallons of water, and it’s easy to move around at camp, thanks to its modest dimensions (11.5 by 12 by 16 inches, smaller than most home printers). (Courtesy Yeti/Sarah Frankie Linder)įor context: a Reliance Aquatainer ($18) is a near-permanent resident in the back of my car for weekend camping and climbing trips. I haven’t yet tested the Silo 6G ($300), but a sample just arrived in our office, and a first glance tells me the insulation could be a game changer, though the burliness might be overkill for basic car camping. ![]() So when Yeti announced it was coming out with a hard-sided water cooler, we were intrigued. How would the company’s famous burly, overbuilt design compare with the cheap jugs we’ve been using for years? If you’ve spent much time car camping, you’ve probably used some sort of square plastic water jug with a spigot and big handle on top, the kind you can pick up at a hardware store for less than $20. ![]() But one piece of gear has remained largely unchanged for decades: the lowly water cooler. Even the cast-iron skillet has gotten an upgrade. Gear is increasingly high-tech these days, from ultralight shells to stronger-than-steel running shoes. ![]()
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