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Yes, I'm pretty sure standard refrigerators have far less insulation than they could have. Probably mostly for weight and cost reasons.

A good quality camping coldbox (e.g. made of fibreglass or thick polyethylene plastic) can keep ice solid for days even in an Australian summer.



On long river and fishing trips, a standard cooler can work with the help of a good shady spot and a towel that has been dipped in the river and draped over it.


Evaporative coolers were popular in Australia before the widespread availability of electricity:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coolgardie_safe


A smaller version is useful for storing insulin on the go:

https://shop.diabetes.org.uk/collections/frio-wallets


I don't think they're evaporative. Plus you need to recharge?

Also, "patented crystal technology" what?!


They are, you soak them before use to 'recharge'.


Oh I appreciate you chiming in! I had no idea these existed.




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