Pen Case
 

Anyone have any ideas on pen cooling cases? I travel a significant amount and would like to be able to keep 3 pens safe and cool. I have seen several on the web but was wondering if anyone has used them and your thoughts good or bad.

Yes, there are a couple of threads on this. You can do a tag search on "cooler" or go to this thread:

Here is the bag that I use.
Note: Call Patti about the bags, currently she has two different ones that are not shown on the website.

Here is the insulin cooler that I use.
Note: Other coolers are available on the website for those that don't use the pens.

I hope the information helps!

Thank you for the links on these items. I have been looking for a discrete way to carry my equipment while keeping it cool. Whoever came up with these ideas is a godsend. It makes managing things a lot easier.

cooler
 

Thanks, Ordered the case and the cooler.

Good deal! You will really like them, they are top notch. :D

I just saw one at Walmart where the meter at. It have a small disk you put in your freezer . I bet the case will hold at least two pens.

Look for a small freezer pack. And or get a small cooler and get one of the packs.

Why mess with ice, when you can accomplish the same thing with plain tap water?

It's not ice . It's freezer pack that you get for the cooler. I'm not for sure the name you call it. It's a blue color. You can reuse it by just refreeze it. They sell them everywhere.

Yes, I know - jell pack, freezable, available at WalMart. I have been there and done that. You still must have access to a freezer. Many times I don't have the freezer on the road. Trust me - ice sucks! Water works best for me - just saying. Your results may vary.....

Hi all - I have just ordered the Frio duo and I'm really looking forward to the freedom gained with this - have struggled to keep the insulin alive this summer!
Has anyone seen the dison fridge? Looks awesome! There is also a new one being released in June called the iFridge - cool! The cost of getting the dison is 350 new Zealand dollars delivered though - does not fit budget.

You will like the Frio, especially at less than one tenth the price of the iFridge. :)

Thank you for the links on these items. I have been looking for a discrete way to carry my equipment while keeping it cool. Whoever came up with these ideas is a godsend. It makes managing things a lot easier.

Hi I have got my Frio and it is so totally 'cool'! :) Awesome!

I'm glad that you like it. :) I couldn't live without mine! :D

Dano, thanks so muck for the links! You've solved my multi day hike problems !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have always wanted to hike the entire Horse Shoe trail here in PA but it's a 10 to 15 day hike depending on how much sight seeing you do, but even 10 days in spring can let things warm up a bit much..
How long is a soak period? Takes about 3 - 5 minutes for me to filter pump enough H2O to refill my hydration bladder for a days hike.. Would that be enough time?

The initial soak time is about 15 minutes the first time and is dependant on the size that you get. (Note that you will do this at home, before you leave on your trip, and it will not be a factor.) This is because the crystals are dry. After the initial soak it takes about 5 minutes every other day with very little water. If you are a hiker, then you are probably familiar with the cheaper version of the "cooling" neck bands. (I am pretty sure that the company sells a better version of those as well.) The Frio works the same way, you just have 2 of the "coolers" sewn together to form a pocket that you slide the insulin down into. It works as advertised, I can attest to that!

When you get your Frio, I would advise you to try the cooler a couple of times before your trip. It seems to take longer the first time on the intitial soak. This will let you know the exact water needed to keep the cooler hydrated. Good luck, enjoy your trip.