will the hard liner stop melted ice from leaking throughout the cooler (if it remains upright)? or are ice packs a better option?
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Yes, the liner is a hard plastic insert that will not leak and it is antimicrobial so melting ice is no problem unless it tips over.
1379268
yes, it is a solid plastic bucket not a plastic film....I hope that helps, Ed
1379269
Hardliner is solid, so no leaks should occur if kept reasonably close to upright. I use ice packs myself, but either should work.
45682
I'm guessing loose ice would be a bad idea since it doesn't seem to be waterproof. Ice in a bag works.
875381
FWIW, I have had a half dozen similar bags, and if ice cubes are put into them, eventually they leak... To keep them from leaking, either use "blue ice" frozen packs or put the ice cubes in ziplock bags...
1054590
I use mine as separators. I have a soft side cooler on one side and tools on the other. It keeps the cooler from being damaged.
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Kamy, I haven't had ANY PROBLEMS with these bags leaking. I DON'T however, use them as coolers with bags of ice although perhaps you could; but this is NOT their intended purpose! I use them as suggested, and have NEVER HAD ANYTHING defrost on my 45 minute ride home from my specialty grocery store. I live in "Freakin Hot Florida" (LOL!!!) and everything stays frozen in my 30-45 minute ride home!! I Sanitize with "Corox Wipes" and ...Again...NEVER A PROBLEM!!! My bags are now OVER a year old and I use them ALL THE TIME!!! They still look "brand new" and I still have 2 that I've not used at all! Hope this helps! Good Luck!! Kamy, I haven't had ANY PROBLEMS with these bags leaking. I DON'T however, use them as coolers with bags of ice although perhaps you could; but this is NOT their intended purpose! I use them as suggested, and have NEVER HAD ANYTHING defrost on my 45 minute ride home from my specialty grocery store. I live in "Freakin Hot Florida" (LOL!!!) and everything stays frozen in my 30-45 minute ride home!! I Sanitize with "Corox Wipes" and ...Again...NEVER A PROBLEM!!! My bags are now OVER a year old and I use them ALL THE TIME!!! They still look "brand new" and I... » Read More Kamy, I haven't had ANY PROBLEMS with these bags leaking. I DON'T however, use them as coolers with bags of ice although perhaps you could; but this is NOT their intended purpose! I use them as suggested, and have NEVER HAD ANYTHING defrost on my 45 minute ride home from my specialty grocery store. I live in "Freakin Hot Florida" (LOL!!!) and everything stays frozen in my 30-45 minute ride home!! I Sanitize with "Corox Wipes" and ...Again...NEVER A PROBLEM!!! My bags are now OVER a year old and I use them ALL THE TIME!!! They still look "brand new" and I still have 2 that I've not used at all! Hope this helps! Good Luck!! « Show Less
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That black space is where u put the cold water and it helps of you add ice as well just don't over fill the back space container because the cooler has a bad habit of leaking out
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I put the ice pack inside in the mesh pocket (I don't use the small outer pocket) and have never noticed a problem with condensation on the outside. The only leakage I've noticed is through the seams or zipper when my son puts back an unfinished juice box....
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I believe they leave room for expansion so it doesn't crack when freezing. Mine has a gap also, not 1.5 inches, but close to an inch. As long as it does not leak out it should be fine!
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Have you ever gotten an answer to this question? I'm also curious. Not looking forward to taking it down, and have had lots of people say the liner gets pinholes when stored. Am considering pool antifreeze? and putting a couple of floating things to help stop from freezing solid.
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Mine does not leak unless the cooler tips so water leaks through the zipper. I'm happy with mine!
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You know, I'm not sure. I purchased this cooler for my sister-in-law this Christmas and she loves it but hasn't had the need to look for another liner! The one that comes with the cooler is quite sturdy.
642012
I'm going to say no. The lid covers the ice yes, but it is not a tight seal. If you place this tray at an angle (depending how steep it is) the water will spill out.
394006
I gave the cooler as a gift so I don't have a lot of personal experience but my dad has been extremely happy with the cooler. The Styrofoam on the lid doesn't seem to have the best seal. Sorry for the vague info but hope it helps
1301259
The cooler has a hard plastic liner. If the cooler tips, then likely yes it would leak a bit
959322
Never tried, haven't had any leaks so far. This is the best ice chest that I have ever owned in a soft pack. Keep ice for a very long time.
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I bought one locally and have the same problem. About a half-inch gap allows ice/mix to splash out. A bit messy! They said they'll send a new part. Hopefully, that'l help.
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Nope. The item I ordered and received only had a removable hard plastic liner. There was no mention of a cooler pack when I ordered.