As the weather heats up and we get closer to summer camping, picnics, and hanging at the beach, it’s become the perfect time for a cooler upgrade. Whether you’re still rocking your big red cooler from 1973, are looking for something larger or for something that stays colder longer, there’s never been a better time to replace that old cooler, or regale it to the status of a backup.
Like most consumer goods, the technology used for coolers has improved substantially over the last few years. Coleman, one of the US’s most trusted and revered outdoor products is (of course) leading the pack. Their Coleman 62 qt. Xtreme Cooler is a substantial improvement over coolers of the past, and it features technology and specs that make it a must for any outdoor enthusiast. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or planning on a summer at the campground, this is one cooler that will meet your needs.
The 62 qt. Xtreme is a behemoth of a cooler that is designed to hold up 85 12 oz. cans and plenty of ice, too. It can keep your ice ice (rather than helping it revert back to its liquid state like so many lessor coolers) for up to five full days. This is with an exterior temperature of 90 degrees. So you don’t have to keep your cooler cool to keep its contents at the proper temperature. This should be a huge selling point to those of us who are used to making to the lake only to find their cooler full of water.
Basic Features and Description
The Xtreme 62 quart is, like the name suggests, a large 62 quart cooler. It holds dozens of beverages plus the requisite ice – and keeps everything cold enough for the ice to remain frozen for days. This means if you pack right, there’s plenty of room for a case of beverages and all of the picnic/barbecue fixin’s, too. No more juggling several coolers to get everything together. The lid features four beverage holders that were created not just to hold your drinks, but to keep them in place as well.
It’s a Coleman, so you know it’s made with both quality and visible attractiveness in mind. The exterior is constructed from high-quality, durable Coleman blue plastic. It also features a towing handle and wheels, so even when your cooler is packed as full as it can get, you can move it around with ease.
The basic underlying theme of this high-quality cooler is overall functionality. It’s designed to do the job you need it to do with ease. It is also a very durable design, coming from the brilliant outdoorsy minds at Coleman. It’s intended to provide you with season after season of reliable use.
Specifications
The Xtreme 62 qt. is a full-feature cooler. It’s big enough to handle large groups and families and stays cold enough for days of continued use. Full specifications are as follows:
Weight: 17 lbs. Shipping Weight – 45 lbs
Dimensions: 31 x 17 x 16”
Coleman products have limited warranties which vary from product to product. Contact Coleman customer support for specifics.
Detailed Features
Durable Plastic – takes a beating and keeps on trucking. This cooler is designed with function in mind. It’s made to be used and moved around, packed and unpacked.
Wheeled Design – allows you to move your fully loaded cooler with ease, over a variety of terrains, no matter how full you pack it.
Towing Handle – for easy mobility. Heavy duty to compliment the large capacity cooler.
5 Day Ice Preservation–this cooler is designed to keep your ice frozen for five full days. Even with ambient temperatures reaching up to 90 degrees.
Large Capacity – enough storage to pack 85 12oz beverage cans and all of the ice you need to keep them cold for days. Plenty of room to pack everything you need for a picnic or day at the beach.
Two-Way Handles – for easy carrying and lifting when you are moving the cooler or when you opt not to use the towing feature.
Channel Drain – designed to allow you to drain your cooler without tilting, it is leak-resistant as well as rust resistant.
Accessories – designed for compatibility with an array of Coleman cooler accessories.
Warranty – backed by a Coleman warranty. Contact manufacturer customer service for full details and restrictions.
Customer Reviews and Feedback
This cooler has over 300 reviews on Amazon.com and a 4.4 star rating. This means that the vast majority of customers who have tried it had great things to say about it and were overall quite happy with their purchase.
One of the most common themes among positive reviews is that it really is superior when it comes to keeping ice frozen and food/beverages cold. This is a huge selling point, and it appears that consumers who used the Xtreme 62 qt. alongside/in addition to an older cooler model are the ones who noticed the difference the most. One reviewer mentioned that while the ice in their secondary cooler melted over the days of use, they were able to replenish the ice with still-frozen ice from the Xtreme and still ended up with ice leftover at the end of their trip.
Another common rave has to do with capacity. This is one cooler that can really be loaded with a lot of sundry supplies. Sure it boasts the ability to hold up to 85 cans and ice, but who really packs that way for a camping trip? It has plenty of room to hold several days’ worth of food, ice and the insulated capacity to keep it cold and fresh. Other complimentary reviews mention the ease of use of the wheels and how well they stand up to different terrain.
Of course, not all reviews were positive. Some people didn’t feel as though it kept the ice frozen as long as it claims. Bear in mind, it is rated for 5 days in up to 90 degree weather. If it’s hotter, you’re going to lose ice quicker. The same goes for if you constantly keep the lid open. One customer complained of a defective drain that caused leakage, however Coleman not only replaced the drain, they sent a replacement cooler.
Practical Tips and Tricks
Some of the most common tips for getting the most out of this cooler include taking care of the wheels – especially after using them on sand. Keeping them rinsed off to remove granulated accumulation seems to be highly advisable.
If you are going to be expecting a full 5 days of frozen ice, keep the temperature rating in mind. Also realize that ice is kept frozen due to the heavy-duty insulation. If you keep the lid open a lot, the benefits of the insulation are lost and the ice will melt quicker. It’s also a good idea to store your cooler in the shade when you can for obvious reasons.
Price Point and Comparisons
This Coleman model runs just about $65, regardless of where you purchase it. This is give or take a couple of dollars here and there, but its pricing is fairly standard. If you choose to do your shopping online keep in mind that it has a 45 lb. shipping weight. Depending on where you order from, this could substantially add to the final cost. A lot of sites offer free shipping, but be diligent in checking the fine print. If you can’t find free shipping, it’s also available at most retailers.
The most comparable model to the Xtreme 62 qt. is the Igloo 1257458 Ice Cube Max. Both models boast the ability to keep ice frozen for 5 days. The Igloo model is about $5-10 more expensive, but it holds 8 more quarts of whatever you need to pack. Overall, both models are pretty similar in ratings and specs. The Igloo seems to have more customer reviews mentioning a flimsy handle and other such issues.
Conclusion and Recommendation
- Trusted Coleman quality
- Keeps ice frozen for 5 days in up to 90 degree weather
- No tilt drain
- Large capacity – up to 85 12oz cans and ice
- Easy towing handle
- Durable multi-terrain wheels
- Made in USA
- Great value for the price
- Attractive blue color
- Heavy-duty lifting handles
- Heavy when full
- Bulky to store
- Not practical for smaller needs
Overall, this is a great cooler for anyone who likes to get outdoors and stay there for a while. It is designed to hold plenty of provisions and keep the cold and fresh for days.
It incorporates Coleman quality into a model full of features and performance that were integrated for ease of use and function. In the past, the most notable issue most people had with large coolers was mobility.
The addition of the high-quality, multi-terrain wheels and a heavy-duty handle have made that concern obsolete. This cooler was created by one of the masters of outdoor products, and it has been tried, tested and loved by many consumers.
The post Coleman 62 qt. Xtreme Cooler Review appeared first on Ratinginator.
No comments:
Post a Comment