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Why We Love This Deal
It’s fair to say that Yeti changed shoppers’ expectations of what the best coolers are capable of doing with its rugged, rotomolded designs. Unfortunately, these types of hard coolers, regardless of which brand makes them, usually come at a steeper price due to the extra materials and demand. In the spirit of competition, some retailers have been developing their own take on these hard coolers, like this big one over at Bass Pro Shops that just went on sale.
You can now get a Bass Pro Shops Polar Cap 50-Quart Cooler for just $250 on the brand’s website, a 20% discount off its regular price of $300. That’s a pretty solid cost-per-capacity value when you consider the closest Yeti model with a slightly less internal capacity is still more expensive.
Bass Pro Shops Polar Cap 50-Quart Cooler, $250 (was $300) at Bass Pro Shops
What Shoppers Should Know
- Capacity: 50 quarts (Approximately 47.3 liters), or 61 cans, or 55 pounds of ice
- Size: 27.3-by-18.3-by-18.4
- Materials: Rotomolded construction
- Weight: 35 pounds
- Features: Freezer-grade gasket, one-hand fast latch, raised feet, and drain spout.
This cooler is big enough for any trip, as its 50-quart design can hold up to 61 cans or an impressive 55 pounds of ice. No matter if you’re tailgating this football season, heading to the lake this fall, or getting ready for a hunting trip, this cooler has got you covered for extended weekend getaways.
It’s also built to last for years, thanks to its rugged rotomolded construction. This shell is made from the same materials and undergoes the same process as kayaks, enabling it to withstand the abuse of transit and truck beds.
At the end of the day, your cooler is only as good as how long it can keep drinks cold and ice frozen, and thanks to its freezer-grade gasket and quick closure, it helps to extend ice and keep cold. It also has feet on the bottom to keep it elevated off the ground, which is key for hot surfaces like asphalt or boat docks.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
Shockingly, there are only two reviews on Bass Pro’s website, but both gave it a perfect rating and some thorough insights.
One noted that this cooler is “tough as nails.” They said that “this cooler’s tough, keeps things super cold, and has some well-thought-out design features,” like a freezer-grade seal to keep things ice cold.
Another noted that they have been putting it through some serious use, and that it’s never let them down. They said it’s easy to carry, built to last, with a rugged exterior and “bulletproof latches that won’t snap or wear out.” They also called the insulation “top-notch” even in the scorching sun.
Wherever your fall adventures bring you, with one of Bass Pro Shops’ Polar Cap coolers on hand, you’ll never be without a cold drink.
