There鈥檚 no shortage of videos and tutorials on how to pack a backpack or a traditional cooler, and the same general principles apply here. But because of the聽‘s聽vertical orientation, a bottom-up approach becomes more important. Start by placing bulkier items you won鈥檛 need until you picnic鈥攖hink more durable foods聽like a block of cheese, fancy dip, or smoked salmon. Then add a layer of ice. Above that base, in what鈥檚 known as the 鈥渃ore鈥 of the pack,聽layer in the heaviest items, like beer, wine, and/or cider. Then more ice. Next up, at shoulder-blade level, you鈥檒l want to sprinkle in the more delicate edibles like a crisp apple, bunch of grapes or other snacks you’ll want to access easily. Lastly, throw your聽phone, wallet, keys, or anything else you might want to聽keep dry in one of the side pockets or the聽waterproof lid compartment for easy carrying. Pro tip: If you鈥檙e filling to the top with food and drink, we recommend using roughly two to three pounds of ice.
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How to Properly Pack a Backpack Cooler
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