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The best backpack cooler will always be a useful piece of outdoor gear because most situations that call for a chilled beverage require the movement of cans, ice and more from point A to point B. Even ...

Perhaps the most important test for a backpack cooler is its insulation. To assess this, I added a 5-pound bag of ice to each cooler and then left them in moderate temperatures (mid to upper sixties), ...

A cooler is an obvious must when you’re out and about in the heat. But lugging one around is annoying. They’re heavy and bulky, and carrying all that extra weight on one side of your body can be ...

Backpack coolers keep getting cooler. They’re more comfortable, powerful, and decked out than ever. If you’ve never considered one, carrying a backpack cooler is a convenient choice for hands-free, ...

With any physical activity, it’s important to stay hydrated. When that activity takes you outdoors, however, finding something suitably refreshing can be difficult. Backpack coolers offer you the ...

Now that we have recognized the health benefits associated with staying hydrated, many people seem to keep a beverage in hand no matter where they go. And to be sure the temperature is to their liking ...

The best backpack coolers feature effective insulation, durable and waterproof materials, adequate storage capacity and ergonomic designs for comfort. Add in features like multiple compartments, ...