4 Reasons Rotomolded Coolers Are Overkill for Tailgating Seats

You don’t need bear-proof ice retention for a five-hour tailgate Rotomolded coolers like Yeti or RTIC are built for days of ice retention and bear resistance. A mid-range cooler keeps drinks cold long enough for a typical tailgate.

A flat, reinforced lid is the only real requirement You need a cooler that can hold a person without collapsing. The Coleman Xtreme and Igloo MaxCold series have sturdy lids that handle a normal adult just fine.

Rotomolded coolers are heavy and expensive A 40-pound empty rotomolded cooler costs several times more than a good mid-range model. You’re hauling that weight across a parking lot for no practical benefit.

Mid-range coolers often include wheels Larger models in the Coleman Xtreme or Igloo MaxCold lines come with wheels. Rotomolded coolers rarely do, making them even more of a hassle to move.