What to look for in a cool box

Posted by admin | Outdoors | Monday 25 January 2010 4:01 pm

When purchasing a cool box for camping or catering the key thing to remember is insulation. The igloo range of cool boxes are America’s leading brand because of the insulation used this is ultrafoam polyurethane which traps the air in small microscopic holes in the insulation by doing this prevents hot air penetrating the outer box so will keep food colder for longer up to 5 days on the Igloo Maxcold range. the Coleman extreme version of a 5 day cooler uses poly-lite which is very similar to polystyrene but to keep food cold for 5 days there insulation is twice the thickness so in turn the coolers by Coleman are much larger but still produce the same results.

A key factor in using a cool box for best results always put ice or ice packs on the top of your food as cold air drops if you put at bottom you will find very little effect as cold air drops and doesn’t rise the body of an igloo and the coleman coolers are made from ABS plastic so are very robust and strong this can also be used a as seat if need be as both can with stand 300lb of weight on the top both the igloo and coleman coolers are ideal for camping and are an essential to the outside catering companys for transporting food to venues around the country.

Explore the rivers with canoes and kayaks

Posted by admin | Outdoors | Friday 8 January 2010 8:13 am

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HB Canoes & Kayaks Herefordshire

They have the proud distinction of being the largest one stop centre for all kinds of canoes, kayaks, fishing boats, clothing accessories and equipment that any amateur or professional would require in the UK. They stock only the top brands in each of the categories mentioned and though located in Herefordshire, they are able to manage supplies to both nearby counties such as Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and South Wales as well as far off counties. They do not have multiple centres and do not have anybody else representing them in the UK as they wish to concentrate on providing exclusive and dedicated services to customers by them selves.

Unlike other shops, the showroom is a huge expanse of space in which the best of boats that is possible from across the country are placed for the viewing display of interested customers. They have actually converted a couple of huge barns into this wonderful display showroom so that the customer can actually see the item he wishes to buy.

However the one unique aspect which sets them apart from every other showroom is the fact that they provide you access to a demo lake that is located just next to their shop. Here, you can immediately take a test drive and actually feel how the chosen or shortlisted boat or kayak would perform in water. Let us face it – the proof of the pudding is in its eating and irrespective of how well a particular item has been made out to be or explained, till the same is tried and tested, it is of no use to you as a customer and that is what the folks at Hbcanoekayak have well recognized.

What’s more, another demonstration of their sensitivity towards customer requirements is the wonderful camping space they have organised for those who come from far off destinations. This camp site is well equipped with toilets and shower blocks so that customers feel comfortable and at home. Interested customers can take a quick tour of the lovely countryside based at this camp and enjoy them selves.

Their rates are structured such that customers get a package deal comprising of the boat, the equipment and club services if required.

Whether you are a beginner or expert, never skimp on this bit of equipment, your life could depend on it!