The New Yeti Roadie 48 - Yeti's New Wheeled Cooler - Initial Review !
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- čas přidán 29. 07. 2022
- This cooler is impressive, massive capacity. The Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler!! Make sure you watch the later part in the video where Jake eats some ice, priceless!!
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Thanks for making this video! Have yet to find any others on the internet. Definitely confirmed this was a great purchase for me. Just received mine yesterday and excited to use!
Thanks Liz for that feedback. I snagged one of these up pretty quickly and got the video out fast as well. Tundra Haul vs the Roadie 48 coming soon! Glad you got one, you will not regret it! After I made this video, I left the cooler in the basement and it still had ice in after 6 days...crazy ice retention. JD
Been waiting for this, thanks JD! Looking forward to the haul comparison and more videos 🤙🏻
Thank you. I'll have the comparison video out in the next couple of weeks. It's interesting to see them side by side. JD
Great review, thanks mate! Keep up the top work and love your dog!
Thank you!! Jake is awesome. JD
Just bought one from Amazon while I was watching this video, a White one. I hope it lasts me a lifetime. Thanks for the review it made the decision easier for me.
Awesome, I hope you like it and I'm glad the review was helpful. I think it will last a lifetime for sure. JD
Exactly the video I was looking for. Liked and subscribed dude.
Awesome thanks Jason! I just published another video comparing the roadie 48 to the tundra haul on my channel. Glad you like the video! JD
Great video, thanks for the review. Looking forward to this vs the haul as that’s what I’m currently debating.
I'm hoping to have that one out by this Friday. JD
I was convinced this cooler would be too small until you loaded it up. It's a deceptively useful size. I have a lot of miles left on my haul so I'll hold off getting one, but this is definitely my next yeti. Great video!
Thank you!! I was surprised at the capacity as well. JD
Another GREAT Yeti video my friend! Love how you always do the amount of beer cans and ice it fits because that’s what we REALLY all want to know! How do you think that telescope handle does compared to other coolers that have the same thing? You think it’s more sturdy? Better metal/aluminum? Can’t wait for the comparison to your Yeti Haul. Absolutely LOVE seeing Jake on the Yeti cooler videos crunching on his ice. Give him a good scratch behind his ear and wish him a happy birthday from us! Now I’m off to watch the video again . Stay safe out there my friend.
Thank you for that great feedback. The telescoping handle when extended does move around a bit so it feels a little more flimsy compared to the Tundra Haul to be honest. That said, even when loaded, when you are wheeling it around it feels solid so no complaints. Jake had a great birthday, I cooked him a ribeye steak on the grill. He loved it. Thanks again for the feedback. JD
Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.
Thanks Charley! JD
Great review. This cooler would look great in one of the limited edition colors. I hope that's coming soon.
I agree Brandon and thank you. My favorite seasonal color was the King Crab Orange. Just nabbed a tundra 35 in that color from Ebay since Yeti is sold out. Wish they would bring that one back. JD
Helpful review thank you
Thank you, glad you liked it. Still love this cooler!! JD
Awesome!!!!! Great video thank you
Thank you Carlos. JD
Jake looks loved
From 6 weeks to almost 13 years, yes he is!! He's still going strong as well. JD
Thank you for the great video 👍
Thank you!! JD
America is indeed great. A 450 cooler. Well, a few years ago if you told me i would spend 350 for headphones, i would have looked at you like you were an alien.
Today i consider those headphones one of my best consumer electronic purchases. Been with me all over the world and have me many times back in value, so anything is possible.
Haha great comment, thank you!! JD
Great Review JD! I want one now! Thanks!
Haha yeah hard not to want one. Love the size of this thing and even loaded down it’s a breeze to wheel around. They make a 60 also and a charcoal version. JD
Great review.enjoyed
@@savmadnorowe3312 thank you!!! JD
happy birthday Jake
Almost in July he will be 13! JD
What sells me on this is the latches. Much more family friendly. My lady hates the latches and zippers of the Yeti's and other brands. This really simplifies that. Kids can even easily open and close this.
So far after a couple of uses it is proving to be a great cooler. I like the latches as well. JD
Great job.
Thanks! JD
If I get this over the Haul, I know now to get the 48 not the 60 with wheels. I would imagine I can get 60 beers with enough ice in the 48! Thanks JD! Look forward to this Roadie 48 vs the Haul video!
Haha thanks Paul and yeah you could fit 60 in the 48. Probably would have to add ice after some of them disappeared! JD
@@JDOffline Thanks for all the info. Looking to buy a wheeled Yeti but also waiting on the comparison. The Haul handle looks stronger. The Roadie 48 handle looks flimsy to me. I wonder how the roadie will perform once the cooler is full with beers and ice and you want to move it around. Thanks again for all the good content.
@@heberdavila3518 True, but I trust Yeti's warranty more than any other company. Yeti will pay for the shipping cost if you need to send it back. Many companies with lifetime or 5 year warranties, etc will have you ship it at your dime. I am lucky I live in a city with a flagship store and I was told you can bring the item to them and swap out.
I think you convinced me to buy one
It's a great cooler, you won't regret it and it will last a long time. I still have my original Roadie 20 I bought back in 2012 and it still holding up!! JD
Great video. Much more detailed than any other review I’ve seen. I for one think this is a no-brained simply for the wheels and the new latches. My wife and kids would never be able to open the old tension ones. These feel and function great. What’s your thoughts on the Roadie 60? Is the extra 4” width (11 beers) width worth the extra $50?
Thank you for that feedback. I love this cooler and I'm sure the 60 would also be great. One thing I will say about the 48 is it is a large cooler. I recently took it down to Florida and I have a 2021 2500 Chevy truck with a bed cover on it. It wouldn't fit in the bed standing up with the bed cover on it, it protrudes over the bed rails a bit, not big deal, I threw it in the backseat with the seats up and it was still a tight fit. Not really a huge issue but the 60 is even larger! The 48 has a huge capacity as well and keeps ice better than even any of my other Yeti coolers. It's probably the best cooler they have come out with recently with the updated latches and the ability to put something else on top of it when wheeling it around. Anyway, hope this helps! JD
Thank you for this awesome review! This was informative and enjoyable to watch: especially having my black lab laying next to me! I have been on the fence with getting the roadie 48 or 60 for upcoming festivals/camping trips, so you've really helped me with making a decision. Would you say the handle could support the weight of an older Yeti Roadie 20 stacked on top (discontinued 2020)?
I think it could hold it but haven't tested it to be sure. It's a great cooler, the 48. Glad you liked the video, thanks for the feedback. JD
I'd forgotten to note that this is an injection-molded cooler and not a rotomolded cooler. This allows for significant weight savings and probably improved consistency in insulation fill. It actually annoys me that there is a tiny gap in the lid gasket on each side to allow air to leak to avoid suction seals and allow for leakage of CO2 with dry ice. It does affect super-cold (dry ice or Arctic Ice Tundra) retention times if you're trying to go for days. Overall a fantastic design.
Thanks for that information. JD
Great video JD, I am curious what your thoughts are on that handle while hauling the yeti fully loaded? I've seen a few coolers not hold up real well when it comes to the telescoping metal handle. I was debating between the roadie 24 vs 48. I think you sold me on the product after this review.
Hey Donnie, the handle does have some play when it is fully extended but it's so well built I can't imagine it being an issue. I've only wheeled it around loaded up a couple of times at this point with zero issues so time will tell. Keep in mind the 5 year warranty as well should it not hold up. I can tell you the Tundra haul's handle feels a lot more solid compared to this one but again, I'm highly confident this one will hold up even when loaded down. JD
i commented on your 20 vs 24 about Yeti and here is a perfect time to do my idea...make a Yeti 24 with wheels and handle like a 48.....i just want something to go to games and not bring the whole fridge with me....and not need my pickup to get there....even a softsided one with handle and wheels would be nice...i know I will pay no matter what so just make it already...INNOVATE Yeti
That is a good idea! I'd also like to see some kind of wheel kit where you could swap out the standard size wheels for "beach" or sand wheels. These coolers are great but sink right down in the sand with the skinny wheels on them. JD
Great review and now I’m thinking about getting this one and selling my roadie 24 it’s hard to lug around when loaded. My question is how it maneuver loaded? Was hoping to it in the video when you got done loading it.
I've used the cooler more now since the video and it rolls around like a dream even when loaded. Not sure how it will do in sugar sand like at the beach but grass, gravel, pavement, curbs no problems. I have the same issue with the 24 when it is loaded. My go to Yeti is the flip 18 which is still manageable to carry around when loaded. When I need a larger capacity I go to the roadie 48 or tundra haul. I still use my roadie 24 but I'm with you, once it is loaded it is heavy to carry around. Hope this helps. JD
When are you making the video comparing the Haul and the Roadie? I got to make a decision on which one to buy and I’m waiting on your video. Thanks!
I'm hoping to have it out by this Friday! Stay tuned! JD
With the telescoping handle I wonder if it would get kinda gritty and not be as smooth to raise and lower after taking it to the beach and getting wheeled around in sand
It's possible only time will tell. So far so good though. JD
Wish they had wheels for the roadie 24 too!
There have been several people who have brought this up. Would be nice to see a smaller cooler w wheels from Yeti. JD
Great video. Just wondering you your able to apply the yeti locks to it like the tundras
They sell a kit for it but I believe it requires drilling in your cooler which most people probably wouldn't be comfortable with. Def does not have the holes for a lock like the tundra series does. JD
Maybe i missed it, how does the handle feel when fully loaded? Thats basically my biggest concern is the handle having an issue after some use fully loaded. Especially pulling it around in a camp site where it wouldnt be the perfect pavement, even pulling through grass parks. Thanks and great videos
It feels good but does have some play in it but that's expected given its' design I would think. I've had no issues with mine and it does have a 5 year warranty from Yeti, just save your proof of purchase. Thanks for the feedback and for checking out the videos. JD
Looking to purchase a yeti cooler with wheels. I know you said in this video, 48 cans with 24lbs of ice, your video of the tundra hall was 24 cans and 12 aluminum cans. In your opinion, which 1 would you recommend. $50 dollar difference but it comes with the basket. They also have a 60 roadie which costs $500. Thanks. Keep up the great videos!!!
Hey Jimbo, thanks for the feedback. Man they are both great coolers and I'm not sure I can recommend one over the other. I'm working on a video of the differences between the two and its really just size, shape and the handles. Of course price. The Roadie 60 wasn't in stock when I bought this one and I can't see a need for that one when the 48 is so roomy. Tough call and I know I'm not helping much, haha. If you're not in a hurry, I should have the comparison video out within a couple of weeks, maybe that would help. JD
Nice cooler, just wondering on when you were thinking of a review between the tundra haul and roadie 48 was coming out. I am honestly only interested in higher end wheeled coolers and those seem to be some of the best. Just wondering which you thought was best and which holds cold and ice much better between the two. Thanks
I hope to have that video out within a week or two at the most. I can tell you both coolers have about the same capacity and both hold ice really well. I don't think I would say one is better than the other in terms of ice retention. It's all going to boil down to what shape/style/handle you like better and price as the new roadie 48 is $50 more. I'll point out a few other things in my upcoming video. Stay tuned and I'll get the video out as soon as I can. JD
Thanks so much for the reply and looking forward to the comparison video. Thanks
Nice review. Thanks! How do the wheels work on sand?
It depends. If the cooler is full and you’re in sugar sand like at the beach it rolls but kind of drags on it’s belly. It handles all other kinds of dirt gravel etc w no problems. Its a great cooler we love ours for sure. The wheels are too narrow and the cooler is too big and heavy to perform really well in the soft sand. We only see the beach a couple times a year so not an issue for us in Georgia! JD
I just would like to see bigger tires for the sand...
That def needs to be the next Yeti innovation is some kind of larger tires. Maybe a kit that you can swap tires if you're going to the beach or something like that. I agree. JD
Is it taller than the 24? Wish they added a drain plug on the 24.. guess I'll wait till the do some colors
Yes, its taller and double the size of the 24. It's a great cooler. JD
I'm wondering if you sit on the cooler could you bend the axle for the tires ?
I guess that is possible but the cooler feels really stout so I doubt that would happen. JD
It doesn’t look like there’s any way to lock the wind down. There are other coolers have holes in the corners were you can put a bolt to keep the lid locked down. Anything?
No you have to buy a lock kit for it. In my cooler, I had a card to fill out for a free lock kit but it does involve drilling into the cooler. That's something that has changed with the new Roadies, no ability to lock the lid unless you buy the kit. Hope this helps. JD
@@JDOffline Bummer. Like the compact part of this. I'll go with the Haul as planned. I ship things in it. Locking the corners down makes sure it won't open accidentally. Thanks!
hi there are you able to extend the handle different heights?
Great question and honestly I'm not sure, it has three holes that look like they would be adjustable but I don't think they are. Mine doesn't seem to be but I could be wrong about that. Sorry I didn't have a better answer for you. JD
Yeti’s biggest down fall. The rubber latches. These latches are so much better
100% agree, love the new latches. JD
Can you measure the width from tire to tire the outside of the tire please
The specs are on the Yeti website. JD
so how many days did the ice last?
I left it in the basement for a week and there was still a small amount of ice in the cooler. This was out of the sun and heat but still pretty impressive. JD
Is there a cushion that fits?
I'm not sure, maybe aftermarket? JD
Just order mine
Awesome, I used mine all weekend and it's what you would expect from Yeti. It's huge and has quite a capacity!! You will love it. JD
@@JDOffline this my fist cooler I ever bought. Soo I’m excited to use it. Wish they have better colors.
Did you happen to see how long the ice lasted after this video
Yes! I left the ice and beer in there (well I drank some of the beers haha) and left it in my basement. It was out of the sun but still had ice 6 days later. On day 7, it was just cold water. Amazing ice retention. JD
Does this fit in the trunk of a sedan?
I wouldn't think it would due to it's size. You can get the measurements from the Yeti website and see if it will fit in your particular car but this is a large cooler and you would probably be better off with going with one of the coolers that are not as tall. Hope this helps. JD
How does this roll on beach sand ??
Never had it in beach sand or fine sand. I can't imagine it would do well and it would probably sink down. The tires are too narrow for the sugary type sand. Once you got it closer to the water in the harder packed sand I think it would be fine. It rolls over most surfaces with ease, just never tested at the beach, we always take the Flip 18 out with us to the beach as opposed to the big wheeled cooler. JD
@@JDOffline sounds good thanks for the reply. How are you still liking it
@@ManuelPortelada love the cooler. When you need a larger capacity it’s perfect. JD
For the love of God, layer your brews and ice like a 7 layer dip. Don’t worry bro, I’m a pro.
Haha I will try that!! JD
$450, ouch, I am tempting to get one but damn it is expensive.
Yes they are pricey for sure! JD
Walkthrough starts @2:00! Your welcome!
Thank you for telling people how to skip over my introduction! Just kidding, thanks for the comment. JD
How many glass Coronas fit 😂
Haha not sure on that one! jD
Mr bud light
That was before all the controversy! Miller Lite now! JD
The 48 does not mean anything, I just found that out. It is meaningless number they might as we call it the Yeti Venti it is merely a brand name. Really stupid on there part if you ask me. Yeti states on the website that it is designed for 76 beers. The internal volume of the roadie 48 is equivalent to the tundra 65.
Thanks for that information. JD