ICAST 2015 Coverage

ICAST 2015 Coverage

Ramble On With YETI

Date:	7/26/15
Location:	Orlando, FL
Admission:	Buyers & Press Only
Manufacturer:	Yeti
Reviewer:	Wolbugger

Introduction: If you're reading this you're likely an angler, so it's a pretty safe bet you've seen a YETI hat or cooler product at some point. Both the popularity of YETI as well as the product lineup continues to grow at a constant rate with no end in sight. Their products are known for not just keeping stuff cold for long periods, but also for extreme durability. This year at ICAST the YETI team had some new items to show us that promise to be just as rugged and dependable as the rest of their offerings!

There's new entries in the Rambler product category this year.

New Rambler Additions: Two new additions to the Rambler lineup include the Colster and Lowball. Designed to keep drinks cold and/or hot, they are BPA-free and designed to be rugged and long-lasting. Both are made with 18/8 kitchen-grade stainless steel for durability and also tout double-wall vacuum construction along with a No Sweat design to keep both fingers and tabletops dry.

The Colster holds your soda or brewski securely.

Rambler Colster: Fits 12-ounce cans and bottles securely with a ThermoLock gasket. MSRP $29.99

Rambler Lowball: With a 10-ounce capacity, the Rambler Lowball is designed to be small and easy to take along anywhere. Fits a 20-ounce Rambler lid to prevent spills. MSRP $24.99

Looking for a small mug-sized way to keep drinks hot or cold? The Lowball is it.

The Hopper 20 (and its award) and the Hopper 30 are both completely leak-proof and airtight thanks to HydroLok zippers.

Hopper 20: The soft-sided Hopper cooler lineup sees a new model with a 20 size now available. Like its bigger 30-sized brother, the Hopper 20 is puncture and leak-resistant, has an anti-microbial liner, and boasts 1-inch of closed-cell foam on the sides with 1.5 inches on the bottom for added toughness. There's also a robust set of carrying handles as well as a shoulder strap. The Hopper 20 is able to carry 12 cans and measures 21-1/2-inches long, 13-3/4-inches tall, and 10-1/2-inches in width. Expect a price of $300.

The Tundra 210 is almost as deep as the big-daddy Tundra 420 model.

Sharing all the features as the rest of the Tundra lineup, this new model is built to be super durable.

Tundra 210: A new addition to the rugged Tundra cooler lineup is the new 210 size. Like all Tundra coolers, the 210 is loaded with features like rotomolded construction, heavy-duty T-Rex lid latches, extra-thick walls, non-slip feet, and tie-down slots—to name just a few. You can get one for yourself at a price of $800.

Thanks to Casey Sellers for giving us the lowdown on YETI's latest offerings!

Conclusion: The YETI crew took home a “Best of Show Boating Accessory” award for their Hopper 20 soft cooler. You'll be able to buy a Hopper 20 or Colster right now, but the Lowball and new Tundra 210 won't be available until October. If you're looking to keep food or beverage items hot or cold for as long as possible, YETI should undoubtedly be a brand that you consider!