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What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:02 AM
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littlewheel
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As far as spending a day on the water packed with lunch and drinks for around 4 people usually. What size would you prefer?
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:10 AM
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buton
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a cheap igloo.. save your money and buy a nice rod and reel lol
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:19 AM
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48 Igloo couple of 2 liter ice good to go unless ya got more money than brains
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:20 AM
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littlewheel
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I don't think it is a matter of more money than brains. Nothing wrong with having a good cooler that will last.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:21 AM
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I have plenty of nice rod and reels also.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:21 AM
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Capt. Michael Littlejohn
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We have several....the 65 is a good one.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:23 AM
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Spud--Cattin Around Adventures
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Check out Engel coolers! Their new ice bag is great!!
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:27 AM
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We have several....the 65 is a good one. Thanks
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:30 AM
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I have several Engel dry boxes and live bait coolers. We sell the Engel brand where I work. They don't seem to hold up as well as the Yeti. I am referring to the hardware , such as latches.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:37 AM
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65 is my favorite for fishing
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:48 AM
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45 is perfect for it all- can carry it on packed by yourself too
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 05:41 AM
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Waste of money for a day trip!! Unless your on the coast etc and need a box just to store ice for several days. Once you open the lid, you have lost any advantage of the yeti.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 01:44 PM
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I use the 45, perfect for everything and will last.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 02:37 PM
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 02:54 PM
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I got the Igloo Sportsman 55 from Sam's Club for $199. Keeps ice for days and it is half the price of a Yeti. After losing yet another cooler lid on the way to the lake, I decided to buy a heavy duty cooler that will last. Yetis might hold ice the longest or might not, but I don't really need to keep the same ice for a week at a time.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 03:02 PM
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I have a 65qt and a roadie. If I get another one it will be the 50qt. I think the 50 would be a great day cooler for drinks and food, plus it sits up a little taller than the 45 or 65. I am 6'2" and I would like the extra height when using it as a seat.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 05:28 PM
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Yetti is overkill on a one day trip. 45 qt should be big enough for 4 folks.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 06:36 PM
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Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 07:06 PM
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Waste of money for a day trip!! Unless your on the coast etc and need a box just to store ice for several days. Once you open the lid, you have lost any advantage of the yeti. YEP! most people don't realize that a yeti is no better than the cheapest cooler you can buy at walmart for things like drinking beer etc...if you are going to be opening and shutting the lid often then it doesn't matter what cooler you use the ice WILL melt. However if you need meat or something to stay cold for a week and aren't going to be in and out then a good cooler is essential. With that being said....watch this... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-TE4RnqT0U
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 07:47 PM
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Check out Coleman Xtremes. Less than $100 and rated for 5 days ice storage, so they claim. Walmart.com has the 52 quart on sale for $26.
Last edited by TX0303; 11/18/15 08:01 PM.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 08:17 PM
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I good think is that u can have buy any cooler u want.so why not get one of the best.imo.Some people don't have the money to buy a great cooler.I like my 50 qt
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 08:29 PM
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Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/18/15 10:42 PM
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I just buy the cheapo ones at Wal-Mart.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/19/15 02:48 PM
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a guy i fish with has the bag it works pretty well but my igloo after a day out fishing still has ice the bag has all melted but it still cold i just thing they are a lot of money read the engual i think that is how you spell it out performed the yeti
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/19/15 06:24 PM
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2 guys I work with have a Yeti and an Engel . Both say the Yeti is the clear winner. The Engel is not as durable either.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/19/15 07:12 PM
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We don't use Yeti's for our fish boxes. They are too heavy for that use. But. After saying for years I would never buy one, they are by far the best coolers for the avid outdoorsman.
We like how rugged they are and how we don't have to Mickey Mouse fix latches, hinges....etc. plus, they make very stable eating....PLUS, lids don't fly off when trailerimg boat and they are heavy enough to just leave in tha boat and worry none!
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/19/15 07:38 PM
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Might look into getting a Yeti later to replace ol'faithful when she finally gives out. I purchased the bungee upgrade handle for it for convenient carrying and it has also decreased ice melting by 3%. Its been a great cooler for many one day trips storing bait, drinks and sandwiches all together!
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/20/15 02:31 AM
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Anyone used one of the Cabela's brand coolers? They at least look pretty durable.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/20/15 04:03 AM
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We don't use Yeti's for our fish boxes. They are too heavy for that use. But. After saying for years I would never buy one, they are by far the best coolers for the avid outdoorsman.
We like how rugged they are and how we don't have to Mickey Mouse fix latches, hinges....etc. plus, they make very stable eating....PLUS, lids don't fly off when trailerimg boat and they are heavy enough to just leave in tha boat and worry none! I just went overboard and bought one for all weekend trip use. I bought a Tundra 105. I have a couple 70 qt Coleman Extreme and 48 qt Igloos for day trips. I also have a 19qt &30qt Engel dry box and a 19 & 30 qt Engel aerated live bait box. I guess should have all bases covered at this point.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/21/15 05:00 PM
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Your and mine :woot
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/21/15 06:27 PM
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I like the 105 because it's their "taller" cooler, and great for a seat too.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/22/15 12:02 AM
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^^^^^That is the reason I bought the 105 instead of 110
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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My Yeti Hopper is great for a day or three, but I do not need it to store bait or use as a seat. Since Santa Claus delivered it last year, it has been to Port Aransas, Galveston, Fly fishing in Oklahoma, Hunting, camping, tailgates and more.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/23/15 10:23 PM
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Might look into getting a Yeti later to replace ol'faithful when she finally gives out. I purchased the bungee upgrade handle for it for convenient carrying and it has also decreased ice melting by 3%. Its been a great cooler for many one day trips storing bait, drinks and sandwiches all together! When she finally gives out? Dave, I think that ships already sailed. But ah, the memories!!!
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/24/15 01:17 AM
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My bait/fish cooler is one that I picked up off of the curb on trash day. I added stainless steel hinges and screws to it. When it starts coming apart I just drive around on trash day and swap it out for another. I keep the hinges for the "new" cooler of course.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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11/24/15 01:19 AM
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Might look into getting a Yeti later to replace ol'faithful when she finally gives out. I purchased the bungee upgrade handle for it for convenient carrying and it has also decreased ice melting by 3%. Its been a great cooler for many one day trips storing bait, drinks and sandwiches all together! When she finally gives out? Dave, I think that ships already sailed. But ah, the memories!!! Meh, think she's still got a few more trips left in her. Almost time to bring out the big bait cooler now anyhow.
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Re: What would be the most practical size Yeti for day trips?
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Might look into getting a Yeti later to replace ol'faithful when she finally gives out. I purchased the bungee upgrade handle for it for convenient carrying and it has also decreased ice melting by 3%. Its been a great cooler for many one day trips storing bait, drinks and sandwiches all together! When she finally gives out? Dave, I think that ships already sailed. But ah, the memories!!! Meh, think she's still got a few more trips left in her. Almost time to bring out the big bait cooler now anyhow. Dave, I might buy that from you when you are done with it. It might bring me some good luck. You guys need to listen to Dave. One time he caught a 50# blue out of pot hole in the parking lot at the Little Ridge Boat Ramp.
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