Americana Outdoors E-Magazine - October 2020

Here are some of the unique features of soft-sided coolers:

LIGHT WEIGHT The exterior of these coolers is made of vinyl or fabric, which is lighter in comparison with the rotomolded plastic used to make hard-sided coolers. When it comes to size, they are small, and what you pack inside will make most of the weight. PORTABILITY The last thing you want to do when hiking or enjoying the great outdoors is to bring with you anything that limits your mobility. In this regard, small-sided coolers are perfect as their small size and lightweight nature make them highly portable. With a hard cooler, you will need a vehicle or other form of long-distance transportation to get it to your campsite. On the other hand, soft-sided coolers come with shoulder straps that allow you to carry them anywhere you go like a backpack or rucksack. STORAGE Unlike hard coolers, which are rigid, these coolers are easily collapsible. As such, you do not need a large space to store soft-sided coolers. You can just roll it up and pack it somewhere else when it’s empty.

The Engel 23 Quart High-Performance Backpack Cooler Bag

HD20 22qt Heavy-Duty Soft Sided Cooler Tote Bag (also available in 32qt size as well)

The Engel Coolers HD20 32qt Heavy-Duty Soft Sided Cooler Tote Bag (pictured above)