5 nifty coolers for every occasion

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1. Coleman Xtreme Marine Cooler ($56 and up)

Called a "tremendous value" by the good folks at TheSweethome.com, this 70-qt Coleman fits 100 cans and holds ice for a full week — a day longer than many pric­i­er coolers. Its Have-a-Seat lid supports 250 lbs, yet when it's full, "you can still carry it with relative ease." Buy it at Amazon.

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2. Igloo Trailmate ($300)

"The luxury SUV of mobile refrigeration is here," says Jeff Foss at Outside magazine. Perfect for the beach, the Trailmate rides on 10-inch wheels and comes with a ­butler tray, cup holders, bottle openers, and an umbrella stand. The telescoping handle ensures easy hauling. Buy it at Amazon.

3. Pelican Elite ($348 and up)

This heavy-duty, 65-qt cooler is certified to be bear-proof, making it ideal for camping, hunting, and fishing trips. It can fit "all the beer a guy could want," says J.D. DiGiovanni at HiConsumption.com, and with its 2 inches of polyurethane insulation, ice will last in it a good 10 days. Buy it at Amazon.

4. AO Canvas Series ($50)

A quality 24-can soft cooler will keep food and ice only about 24 hours, but this one handles the job well and at a good price. It folds down, it's solidly made (with a nylon shell, despite its name), and the fabric doesn't leak or sweat. Buy it at Amazon.

5. Yeti Hopper Flip ($280)

Yeti makes the toughest soft coolers, and the Flip is the company's new 12-can soft cube. Available Aug. 25, it's made from the same material as whitewater rafts, and its rugged, big-tooth HydroLok zipper won't let water in or out. Buy it at Yeti.com.