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About a year ago I was looking for a bear proof cooler so my local CSA delivery could be stored in it and kept cool and safe from wildlife until we arrived at our cabin. I didn't think I would find one. Cue YETI, who does actually make bear proof coolers! With some more research it became more and more apparent that YETI coolers are superior. Even the handle design is clever, instead of little plastic handles that tend to hurt when lifting a heavy cooler, larger Yeti hard cooler handles are made of military-grade polyester rope.

They also make great ramblers (beverage holders) in various shapes and sizes so you'll be able to find one (or a few) that serve a purpose perfectly, whether it be to keep your coffee hot in the winter, your ice tea cold in the summer or water at the perfect temperature all day long. They are of stellar quality and come in fun colors. Starting at $20, YETI Ramblers are perfect, affordable, gifts for loved ones (and yourself).

Once you watch some of the Yeti vs. videos you will agree that you have to have one of these coolers. This one is my favorite:

YETI Coolers are built for the wild. So we thought, "What could we do to put them to the ultimate test?" Is a YETI Tundra as tough as a professional stuntman? Only one way to find out...

My favorite YETI products:

Yeti Rambler 36oz Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle

In trying to be sure that I drink enough water each day I use this bottle. I fill it up once in the morning and then at least once in the afternoon. If I drink 2 full fills I've gone slightly above and beyond the current recommendation of 1.5L per day. The bottle keeps the water at the perfect tempurature all day long so it always tastes fresh.

YETI Roadie 20 Cooler

A smaller size to throw in the car for a day trip or picnic where you don't want to lug a larger cooler.

Comes in multiple colors.

YETI Rambler 14oz Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug with Lid

I received this mug for Christmas and I absolutely love it. Perfect to take my tea on winter strolls with our dog and to sip hot cocoa (which may be spiked) by the outdoor firepit. Since it also keeps cold drinks cold, same situation applies for any summer time beverage.

YETI Hopper Backflip 24 Soft Sided Cooler/Backpack

Waterproof and leakproof backpack cooler. A must for summer adventuring!

We have one from another brand which we bought before we knew about YETI. It has been great but YETI products have proven so reliable that it is what we recommend instead.

Extra Reading: 

• This NY Times article on Yeti is a good read - Can a $300 Cooler Unite America?

Some images above courtesy of Amazon. Video from YETI.

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