Engel Live Bait Coolers: The Pioneer in Cooling & Portable Refrigeration
…. also doubles as an ice bucket at parties --Lucy
Living on the coast has it merits with the Gulf of Mexico nearby and one of the great fishing destinations can be found here in Rockport, Texas. You have a choice of 5 different fishing bays systems here. With that said there is always two views on fishing: live bait or artificial. We actually do both types of fishing. With live bait fishing you need a place to store your bait and most boats have a cavity baitwell on board with an aerator to pump air into the water. We also add an old piece of burlap so the bait can hide if necessary and is homey for them.
Then one day a friend recommended a portable live bait cooler. Found this particular unit on Amazon but was purchased through a dealer named Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitter out of Minnesota. Couldn’t be happier with this 7.5-quart, light weight cooler. We use it as a smaller live bait well in the front of the boat and is a convenience in lieu of going to the back of the boat to get fresh bait every time. For pier/shore fishing this unit is ideal to carry to the pier or to leave in the truck. Note here if using while fishing on shore: Just remember before you leave the area where you fished that all equipment is back in the truck. We had a few people with us one night so, in the confusion of loading the aerator was overlooked and went missing. But no worries I was able to order a separate one from Reeds Family Outdoor quickly.
Engel has been around for over 50 years. Their goal is to keep things cold – whether you are on the water, on the road, or off the road you need to turn to Engel for your cooling needs. They are the pioneer in portable refrigeration and cooling. Engel began life in the portable AC/DC fridge freezer business way back in 1962 with their game changing and revolutionary swing compressor. They haven’t stopped innovating since. Engel Coolers was the first and original performance rotationally molded cooler manufacturer, inventing the process back in 2005 and perfecting it by 2007. For the record the popular Yeti cooler wasn’t invented until 2006. They continue to innovate to this day and invite submission of ideas to invent. Maybe they can figure out how to have an electric cooler built into your car. That would be cool.
Back to the live bait well and about Engel ability to continually improve. You ask yourself how could Engel improve upon a wildly popular industry standard for live bait coolers? Well, they listened to customer's feedback and implemented two important changes. First, they replaced the standard "hang tray" with an all-new pull net. This new feature makes fetching your bait and changing water a breeze. Second, they moved the air tube port from the edge of the sidewall up into the lid. This should allow you to fill/use more of the box capacity, while also cutting down on the small overflow splashes that result from allowing the cooler to vent around the air tube. Their powerful Gen2 2-speed 2X2 Air Pump keeps the water fully aerated, while the insulated cooler shields expensive bait from the elements. Plug into your car or boat's cigarette lighter using a 12V adapter to run the pump overnight and keep bait fresh for the next morning. Voila!
Engel features best in class live bait wells that will keep your minnows and shrimp alive even while fishing. Better than a bait bucket, these will not spill when knocked over and maintains internal temperature for longer.
Features
· Quality Injection Molded (PP Copolymer) insulated with High-Grade molded Polystyrene Foam
· Airtight EVA Gasket Seal Recessed Ergonomic
· Carry Handles (ABS) & Integrated Shoulder Strap (PP) and Self-Stopping Hinge (ABS)
· All Fittings Secured with Stainless Steel Screws
· Stain and Odor Resistant. Non-Absorbent Surface Easy to Clean
· 2-Speed Pump Maximizes Aeration and Battery Life
· Water-Resistant Housing Protects Motor and Suppresses Noise
· Flexible Silicone Hose and Weighted Air Stone For Lively Bubbling Action
· Includes all NEW pullout net
· Warranty: 5 Year / 30 Day Pump
Other newsworthy items about Engel
· Coolest Cooler Blog: Engel Cooler Blog - Great information on products and camping.
· Covid Vaccine Distribution Bulk Buys: Engel 12-volt portable fridge freezers are in huge demand with health departments across the country for the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines. The best way to ensure that you get the highest priority in the queue for your orders, please complete their online form and an Engel specialist will get back to you within 1 business day. Good fact to know.
· They have other quality products such as apparel, drinkware & tumblers, dry box coolers, fridge freezers, hard and soft coolers.
What is the best cooler? This is a tough question. There are a number of factors that come into play when trying to determine the very best coolers on the market. These include factors like how long it will hold ice, what is the warranty, how does it hold up in harsh environments, and most importantly - what do actual owners think of the coolers. Below are some of the comments of some real Engel customers.
· Put it to the test and day 4 at 95+heat and there still is ice
· Cooler stays put on the boat deck
· Can buy my minnows the day before and save time
· Live bait aerator works great!
Engel Coolers are the gold standard in high-performance, durable and affordable coolers, and so much more. Since 1962 people who’ve needed to keep things cold have turned to Engel, the pioneer in cooling & portable refrigeration.
In looking at our sad soft sided cooler I think it is time to upgrade. What do you think?
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We used the unit as an ice bucket at parties. Sort of a novel thing but don’t worry I sanitized the box with Clorox after each use.
So, give this original company a try, with the live bait well, ice bucket/ice coolers, drink cups or apparel. Good company to support and check out at your local supporting stores or order directly.
900 Jupiter Park Drive
Jupiter, Florida 33458
Phone number
+1 561-743-7419
Tight lines, warm breezes, good friends, plenty of bait it doesn’t get any better than that!
- Author unknown
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