Coleman Classic Insulated Portable Cooler, Leak-Resistant Hard Cooler, Keeps Ice up to 5 Days, 62 Qt
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- beach trips, camping, tailgate setups, summer party hosts who refuse to spend Yeti money fo
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- No wheels; at 62 quarts loaded, this is a two-person carry to and from the trunk, not a one-handed pull
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The Coleman Classic 62-quart cooler is the hard cooler that has anchored every American tailgate, beach day, and BBQ for 40 years. Holds 85 cans plus ice. Leak-resistant drain plug for one-direction water release. Insulation rated for 5 days ice retention in 90F ambient. Two molded handles, no shoulder strap, no wheels, no app. Made in USA. Stands up to 250 pounds for double-duty as a deck seat. Best fit: beach trips, camping, tailgate setups, summer party hosts who refuse to spend Yeti money fo
Pros
- 5-day ice retention at 90F outpaces every soft-side cooler and matches premium hard coolers at 5x the price
- 85-can capacity covers a family beach day or a 4-person camping weekend with no second cooler
- Will-not-break drain plug routes meltwater out without tipping or shoulder-lift, the failure mode every cheap cooler has
Cons
- No wheels; at 62 quarts loaded, this is a two-person carry to and from the trunk, not a one-handed pull
Frequently asked questions
Will it hold dry ice?
Yes for short-term. Coleman recommends not exceeding 25 pounds of dry ice and keeping the drain plug slightly open to vent CO2.
How long does ice actually last?
Real-world: 3 to 5 days in shaded 90F conditions, longer if pre-chilled and packed full. Direct sun reduces to 2 days. Pre-chilling the cooler overnight extends retention significantly.
Will it fit standing bottles?
Yes. 17-inch interior depth fits 2-liter bottles upright. Wine bottles fit on the side with room to spare.
Is the lid food-safe to use as a cutting surface?
The exterior is HDPE plastic, food-safe but easily scratched. Use a separate cutting board to keep the lid looking clean.
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