YETI Gear Guide
By producing the arguably the best products in the world to keep hot things hot and cold things cold, YETI has become a household name. My house is no different. From daily tasks to once a year trips, I don’t travel far without something wearing the YETI name. This Fall/Winter I was able to get my hands on a couple items to make my days afield just a little more enjoyable. They performed amazing as they will continue to do for many years to come.
Hot coffee is a must for me, whether it’s on my way to work, warming up after a cold deer hunt, or kicking off a day of fishing. The YETI 16 oz Travel Bottle with the Commuter Cap is perfect for the task. I’ve had experience with the Commuter Cap and its 360-degree drinking experience, and I can confirm that it is indeed leakproof. The Travel Bottle is an upgrade from some of my other cups with a tapered design that fits more easily into cupholders. Blood and fish guts are no match for the dishwasher-safe stainless steel.
I like to be prepared and I like to stay well hydrated. Having a half gallon of cold water readily available anywhere I roam is a convenience I wasn’t willing to pass up. The Rambler Half Gallon Jug ensures that I won’t go thirsty, even during the early hunting seasons. Ice lasts forever, and the magnetic cap greatly reduces the odds I’ll lose it. I’ll probably have to hide this camo version from my kids during softball and baseball season, as they tend to latch onto it during the hot summer months.
For a fishing trip that required flying to my destination, I needed something that could handle air travel. If you’re not familiar with YETI’s soft coolers, they are exceptional at what they do. I carry my lunch daily in a Hopper Flip and use an older BackFlip backpack cooler anytime I need to cover some ground. For this trip, the M30 Tote Soft Cooler was the perfect choice.
I had no issues checking it at the airport, and my fillets stayed frozen until I got home. The MagShield magnetic seal, coupled with the extra-wide mouth, made loading (and unloading) my catch a breeze. The M30 handled everything the baggage handlers could throw at it, literally, and is ready for its next trip.
Size-wise, I took too small of a cooler last year and had to borrow my buddy’s and ship it back to him. The M30 allowed me to bring my limits of speckled trout and redfish home without issue, while still being manageable and not overly cumbersome.
It’s hard for me to speak highly enough of YETI products. When it comes to my outdoor escapades, they’ve never let me down.
