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

With that question being floated, we decided to travel down the path of discovery and start to take a closer look at Ozark Trail and some of their products. We just completed a review of the Ozark Trail Tumbler line, which is not only budget friendly but also well performing. The Hilmont also includes trekking… 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?

This daypack ended up being the cheapest after a quick perusal. For the second overnight hike in which I used the pack, I left the hammock at home and stuffed an REI Stratus insulated pad and lightweight bivy inside. I was a little concerned with how the straps would distribute weight. Prior to taking it… 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?

My friend chose to not put up his rain fly betting on the perfect weather to continue while enjoying the stars at night. During those five minutes of rain, he was a little more stressed as the risk of a wet sleeping bag had not been completely mitigated and he rushed back to the campground.… 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?

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 ozark trail canopy about decimal points. I have to say that I am very impressed with the performance of the Ozark Trail 45Q cooler.… 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 other two colors will have different rims and accents, so if you don’t love the orange you have options. In a sheer stroke of luck for this test, we are having a very aggressive heatwave in Southeast Michigan with temperatures around the 90’s during the day and staying in the 70’s overnight. I’m using… 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?

It is incredibly spacious and created to offer you a stress-free, enjoyable camping experience. The Ozark Trail canopy is lightweight and easy to set up ozark trail backpack or take down, making it a popular choice for day trips, picnics and even overnight camping. Understanding how to properly use the canopy makes a big difference… 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?

However, it’s important to note that this cooler is not the most durable. Though we didn’t see any major issues throughout our tests, we found the attachment points and zippers to be on the weaker side. With this in mind, the bag isn’t waterproof, and the zipper tends to leak. During our cleaning test, we… 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?

Oftentimes, this basket doesn’t come with the cooler and costs extra as an accessory. So we appreciate Ozark trail going ahead and throwing that in free of charge. In terms of size election, having three sizes is a bit lackluster. But Ozark Trail has managed to incorporate sizes that are most common for people to… 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?

While Rtic coolers aren’t the cheapest coolers on the market, a 20-quart model will run you about $159, and the 65-quart comes in a little under $300. They’re certainly cheaper than their Yeti counterparts, and they’ll still get the job done with flair. With its hard-bodied style and blocky black logo, RTIC is clearly making… 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 chose these coolers because they were the closest among the brands when it came to internal storage. Whatever your group’s size or adventure preference, we’ve got the perfect spot for you! Whether you’re here for a few hours or a few weeks, the choice of adventure is entirely yours. Browse Ozark Trail’s top-rated hiking… Continue reading Cooler Throw Down: Does Ozark Trail Stack up with Yeti and Pelican?