Why the 24-Can Cooler Works for Tailgating
The Indianapolis Indians 24-Can Flex Backpack Cooler is designed to go where you do. Instead of carrying a heavy cooler by hand, you can wear it on your back with adjustable backpack straps. That leaves your hands free for chairs, a grill, or a game-day sign. The cooler holds up to 24 standard 12 oz. cans, which is enough for a small group tailgate without needing a second cooler.
What the Cooler Offers
- Indianapolis Indians 24-Can Flex Backpack Cooler: Holds up to 24 standard 12oz. cans This tells you exactly how many drinks fit, so you can plan your tailgate quantities without overpacking.
Indianapolis Indians 24-Can Flex Backpack Cooler - Indianapolis Indians 24-Can Flex Backpack Cooler: Features adjustable backpack straps, a top carry strap, and various storage pockets You can carry the cooler like a backpack or grab the top strap for short trips, and the pockets help separate food, utensils, and personal items.
- Indianapolis Indians 24-Can Flex Backpack Cooler: Uniquely designed with an adjustable bungee cord top and zipper opening The bungee cord lets you secure items on top of the cooler, like a jacket or blanket, while the zipper keeps the main compartment sealed.
How to Pack the Cooler for a Tailgate
Start with the drinks, then layer in food and gear using the cooler's compartments. The goal is to keep cold items together and use the bungee top for anything that doesn't need to stay cool.
- Load the main compartment with cold drinks first: Place up to 24 cans in the insulated main compartment. If you're bringing fewer, fill empty space with ice packs to keep everything cold. The PEVA insulation helps maintain temperature, but the cooler is not a hard-sided roto-molded cooler, so expect typical soft-cooler performance.
- Use the front zipper pocket for small dry items: The front zipper pocket keeps essentials like keys, phone, or a wallet organized and within reach, yet safe and dry. This pocket is not insulated, so keep it for non-perishable items.
- Stash extras in the mesh side pockets: The mesh side pockets are perfect for a bottle of hand sanitizer, a small napkin pack, or a lighter. They're easy to access without opening the main compartment.
- Secure overflow items with the bungee cord top: If you need to bring a light jacket, a poncho, or a small blanket, place it on top of the closed cooler and adjust the bungee cord to hold it in place. This keeps the cooler's weight balanced and frees up interior space.
Carrying and Transport Tips
Once packed, use the adjustable backpack straps to wear the cooler like a backpack. This distributes weight evenly and makes walking from the parking lot to the tailgate spot easier. When you arrive, you can set it down and use the top carry strap to move it a few feet. The cooler is surface washable, so after the tailgate, hand wash or spot clean with mild soap and water.
