Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

The Ozark Trail Association Trip Planner contains information on a thru-hike, including directions to Onondaga State Park and Eleven Point Western trailheads. So there you have it, when looking at just the ability to keep ice cold over a period of 6 days the Pelican has just slightly won, but we are talking about decimal… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

If you have a boat and bring kids or friends on the water, you know that once you leave the dock the requests for drinks start rolling in fast and furious. Sure, you can load a cooler out each morning packed with fresh ice, but it is just so much easier to cut down all… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

I’m using my North facing deck as the staging area which receives direct sunlight at almost all hours of the day. I also placed  a small weather system on the deck rail to help get a sense of how hot surface temperatures are in the area. On one of the hottest days, the remote sensor… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Engineered to fit most car cup holders, it’s the quintessential accessory for the home, office, gym, or while traveling. Experience unparalleled temperature retention, keeping beverages ice-cold for up to 12 hours or piping hot for up to 6, thanks to our cutting-edge vacuum insulation technology. Coupled with a health-conscious PP plastic lid that ensures a… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

In fact, my particular tent spot wasn’t completely flat so I quickly rotated my sleeping bag so that my feet weren’t above my head all night. It was pretty easy to make adjustments from the side door access. The main compartment is big and easy to access through the cinch closure, and also includes a… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Digging our toes in the sand under one of the best full-overhead coverage beach tents on the market. Actively engages with the outdoor community to continually improve and tailor products to real-world needs. The Ozark Trail Multiforce Multi-Tool is an essential companion for outdoor enthusiasts, DIYers, and everyday tasks. Combining durability, versatility, and convenience, this… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

With a hard plastic latch, you run the risk of brushing by the cooler and hitting your shin, which I have done and is awful. One of my favorite features though is the rubber wheels vs. the hard plastic wheels on the Pelican and Yeti. Not only will the rubber allow for a slightly smoother… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Controller is an icon of the 1980’s and a symbol of the video gaming industry. This article describes the history of Nintendo as it relates to the NES and derives general product development lessons from the design of the NES Controller. Lastly, I haven’t yet had a chance to test… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

I do think the Pelicans pull handle is the lowest on my list of the three. When it comes to the seal, I was again very impressed by this cooler. Cracking this thing open sounds like you are opening the airlock on a spaceship. Yeti has clearly set themselves apart as the biggest player in… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?

Overall the Pelican coolers have sharper edges and a bit more of an industrial feel than the competition. One of the first things to note about it’s design is that it has a larger drainage hole and a tethered drain cap, which is a nice feature. I have lost a couple of drain caps in… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?