Man dude, soooo glad I waited for this. I enjoyed your IceUp reviews, however, this is made in the USA and has more benefits imo. Ordered a few weeks ago. Hopefully it gets here soon!
Ordered the 300 just now. I was sold on the insulation aspect and the pre-made chiller connections. Living in the swamp that is Houston, I've had a difficult time getting the temp low enough with the 1/2 HP chiller, but I feel like I'm committed to it so hoping insulation will be a game changer. Hope you can put out a video on setting up the chiller to this before it arrives :) I would love hooking up an external pump just so I don't have that hanging around at my feet if that's in the works as well. Thanks.
The question I have is, which one you prefer the 400 or the 300? I kinda like that you are more in a stand up position in the 400. What icebarrell needs to do is the 400 isolated. with 1' holes; that would be the killer. And I would buy it.
How long does water stay cold for in the new barrel after using one batch of ice like you did? 24 hours, 48h? I'd love to see a time breakdown of outside temperature vs water in the barrel temperature over time. I'm stoked!
I am wondering the same. Currently can't afford a chiller, and I am trying to choose between an inflatable plunge (like the Iceup) or the 300. Could you do a test to see which keeps the water colder for longer? It would be exactly what I need to make a decision. Love your videos.
A 100 gallon 4x2x2 stock tank is a 100 bucks at the local tractor store. Might be a way to save a some money. I ended up insulating mine and getting a cover for it on Amazon it added another 200 bucks to the price. So I'm in about 300. Did purchase a chiller from iced up as I like the fact it has the ozone sanitizer pump and filter built in. Requires some work but you can save some good money going DIY!
So I messed up on this test. You can see I set this up on the end of my dock where it gets direct FL sunlight basically all day, lol. But either way i got the water down to 45 with ice and the next day mid day i checked and the water was just under 60. Still cold plunge-able, but i bet it would have done even better if i put the setup in shade. Ill be doing more experiments this week. :)
@@FedericoGomez-zw7puI ended up buying freezer safe plastic containers, saves so much money and you don’t have to buy ice. Each block takes my temp down 1-2 degrees, and with this being insulated, the water stays cold longer
Thank you for this video! Just subbed to the channel. Can you please show us how you will keep the water clean for as long as possible in this thing. I’m a complete novice and just purchased the 300. Can you connect a filter to this without a chiller. Submersible pump?
@DavidMausJr, can you provide some internal dimensions on the IB300? Specifically looking for the internal top and bottom diameters (ie. width) and the internal depth. Also curious about the hieght of the "seat" and armrests. Thank you in advance.
Hey great review, I had a question about the lid. I use a ice bath on a patio with high winds, I’ve lost 2 inflatable lids and wondering how secure the lid fits and how heavy it is. Thanks
I just weighed it and its about 15 lbs, fits securely onto the barrel with almost no gap and has a fitting so it is extremely secure. I dont see this blowing off easily
So I have a explore Ice 103 gallon plunge. Paid $135. Works great. My only issue is I can't straighten my legs which keeps warm spots behind my knees. The 300 here would not solve my issue. This 300 is only 77 gallons. Something to ponder before spending your hard earned dollars. I feel you have a bias Dave, seems like ice barrel is compensating you now. Anyway, just my opinion, too small for what your spending
Thanks for your opinion my friend. Yes there are a ton of cheaper options out there. But many do love the ice barrel as an option. My goal is to answer questions and show off the products people are searching for. And I am an affiliate for Ice barrel as well as most other major cold plunge companies. I get a small commission if someone chooses to use my discount code. Not anything new. Hopefully we can still be friends 🫶🏽
@@DavidMausJr definitely friends Dave. You have a great website and I know you work very hard to produce a lot of these informative videos, so I will always be a fan. Peace and love brother
Could you post how the water temperature for the 300 changes every day. You said it got down to around 40 initially. Curious low long it stays cold with the insulation.
What is the name of the filter you use? And how long a cold water stay cold ? I mean if we add the ice and do the session how long the water still good ?
It’s just an in-line strainer from Amazon. Links in this video description. Depending on the ambient temp around the barrel it could last days cold with just ice. The insulation works great!
Hi purchased a ice barrel 300 but no matter what i try i seem to have a leak on the bottom port where the spigot is. I have tightened it and even used plumbers tape and putty on the threads but no luck. Any help.
That’s frustrating and I am sorry. Is it too tight! I noticed it’s easy to tighten too much which may cause a leak. I’ve heard of a few cases like this and you may need to have them send you a replacement under warranty if it won’t stop.
Hi David. Odd question: Do your big toes jam up against the side of the 300 when you sit in it? My big toes are arthritic. I’m 5’ 11”. I’ve been thinking about ordering one, just not sure how well it would work with my feet.
Do I need everything on the Amazon store page if I will be installing the 1.5HP on the 300? I’m confused to what else i will need. I have the 1.5hp chiller just waiting for the 300.
Nice! Yes. That kit should get you connected. The only other piece i have to verify is the piece that screws into the 300 itself. Just got in the mail today so i will run over and test. Update shortly!
I'm curious how good the insulation is for a number of the cold plunges. Are any of them good enough that they don't sweat in the summer with the heat and the humidity?
I put in 100 lbs of ice and it got to 45 quickly, Once you get the water low, it should keep a low temp and the ice blocks will be able to keep it cool.
Nope! The insulation really helps with that. But that really will depend on the environment. When i had my original plunge in teh house (the temp inside was always around 70) there was a little, but i moved it outside and it was a lot!
@@DavidMausJr Thanks. I’m trying to decide between an ice barrel and a plunge because I’m remodeling a basement bathroom. But putting one outside is an option too. I live in Ohio so outside could be good in winter. Appreciate all your content. It certainly helps.
They already offer one if you send them an email. Or at least did 6-8 months ago. I bought the 400 plus a chiller from them. The full chiller set-up was +/-1500, and it was complete.
its coming soon. They use to have a page on their site that showed how to do a DIY, but i think thats gone now. Their chiller is going to be a game changer
I would NOT order the Ice Barrel 300 until they figure out how communicate with customers. I ordered in early August with a ship date of mid August. Then, I was told early September. Now, told it could be the end of October…. And it takes them 3-5 days to reply to an email.
That is such a bummer. I know when i was at the HQ they were completely slammed with emails and it was a little balancing act between responding the emails about shipping or actually shipping the barrels out. They did not anticipate how many 300s were going to sell this quick. Its a good problem to have but it is a bummer when you are waiting that long. I apologize on their behalf.
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Man dude, soooo glad I waited for this. I enjoyed your IceUp reviews, however, this is made in the USA and has more benefits imo. Ordered a few weeks ago. Hopefully it gets here soon!
Just ordered one, been following past year. Now for a chiller . Thanks
Right on!
Wow I need to win this ice barrel 300!! Great video about the barrel!
Just ordered mine a few days ago. Im excited for it to come
Youll love it!
Ordered the 300 just now. I was sold on the insulation aspect and the pre-made chiller connections. Living in the swamp that is Houston, I've had a difficult time getting the temp low enough with the 1/2 HP chiller, but I feel like I'm committed to it so hoping insulation will be a game changer. Hope you can put out a video on setting up the chiller to this before it arrives :) I would love hooking up an external pump just so I don't have that hanging around at my feet if that's in the works as well. Thanks.
Awesome! Already in the works my friend :)
Well done, David. Great review!
Look forward to see how you onstall the chiller!!!🔥🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
Coming soon!
Awesome , can’t wait to see as well. Thanks!
Great review and nice barrel
Thank you!
The question I have is, which one you prefer the 400 or the 300? I kinda like that you are more in a stand up position in the 400. What icebarrell needs to do is the 400 isolated. with 1' holes; that would be the killer. And I would buy it.
NICE REVIEW BRO
Glad you liked it!
Thanks!
Thank YOU!
How long does water stay cold for in the new barrel after using one batch of ice like you did? 24 hours, 48h? I'd love to see a time breakdown of outside temperature vs water in the barrel temperature over time. I'm stoked!
I am wondering the same. Currently can't afford a chiller, and I am trying to choose between an inflatable plunge (like the Iceup) or the 300. Could you do a test to see which keeps the water colder for longer? It would be exactly what I need to make a decision. Love your videos.
A 100 gallon 4x2x2 stock tank is a 100 bucks at the local tractor store. Might be a way to save a some money. I ended up insulating mine and getting a cover for it on Amazon it added another 200 bucks to the price. So I'm in about 300.
Did purchase a chiller from iced up as I like the fact it has the ozone sanitizer pump and filter built in. Requires some work but you can save some good money going DIY!
So I messed up on this test. You can see I set this up on the end of my dock where it gets direct FL sunlight basically all day, lol. But either way i got the water down to 45 with ice and the next day mid day i checked and the water was just under 60. Still cold plunge-able, but i bet it would have done even better if i put the setup in shade. Ill be doing more experiments this week. :)
@@FedericoGomez-zw7puI ended up buying freezer safe plastic containers, saves so much money and you don’t have to buy ice. Each block takes my temp down 1-2 degrees, and with this being insulated, the water stays cold longer
Thank you for this video! Just subbed to the channel. Can you please show us how you will keep the water clean for as long as possible in this thing. I’m a complete novice and just purchased the 300. Can you connect a filter to this without a chiller. Submersible pump?
I just got one and it’s leaking…anything other than plumbers tape? Kinda bummed and hope this is a fix
Any talks of a "400 2.0" that will be pre drilled for a chiller and possibly insulated coming soon?
No talks with me on it but I have to assume thats coming down the pipe
@DavidMausJr, can you provide some internal dimensions on the IB300? Specifically looking for the internal top and bottom diameters (ie. width) and the internal depth. Also curious about the hieght of the "seat" and armrests. Thank you in advance.
Yes I can!
Hey sir, what was the brand and type of ice filter you used? Great video. Gonna save up and get the new model. Thanks for the great review.
I’m interested in what filter was used on your hose as well.
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Hey great review, I had a question about the lid. I use a ice bath on a patio with high winds, I’ve lost 2 inflatable lids and wondering how secure the lid fits and how heavy it is. Thanks
I just weighed it and its about 15 lbs, fits securely onto the barrel with almost no gap and has a fitting so it is extremely secure. I dont see this blowing off easily
So I have a explore Ice 103 gallon plunge. Paid $135. Works great. My only issue is I can't straighten my legs which keeps warm spots behind my knees. The 300 here would not solve my issue. This 300 is only 77 gallons. Something to ponder before spending your hard earned dollars. I feel you have a bias Dave, seems like ice barrel is compensating you now. Anyway, just my opinion, too small for what your spending
Thanks for your opinion my friend. Yes there are a ton of cheaper options out there. But many do love the ice barrel as an option. My goal is to answer questions and show off the products people are searching for. And I am an affiliate for Ice barrel as well as most other major cold plunge companies. I get a small commission if someone chooses to use my discount code. Not anything new.
Hopefully we can still be friends 🫶🏽
@@DavidMausJr definitely friends Dave. You have a great website and I know you work very hard to produce a lot of these informative videos, so I will always be a fan. Peace and love brother
Thank you my brother! @@paulgeary531
How well does it insulate? With the lid on in the Florida sun how much would you say the water temp comes up in 24 hrs ?
Could you post how the water temperature for the 300 changes every day. You said it got down to around 40 initially. Curious low long it stays cold with the insulation.
Just checked this morning (i set this thing up in the direct sunlight at the end of my dock) and this morning the temp was 55! Im impressed!
Would an Aqua Chiller 1/3 HP keep the water cold in a Florida climate?
Depending on the tub you use, maybe. on the 300 i would think it should be fine but would probably go the 1/2 route. Check this out: dmjr.co/halfhpkit
@@DavidMausJr yea, I'm looking into the 300. Thanks man
@@taylorkidd5883 Awesome!
What is the name of the filter you use? And how long a cold water stay cold ? I mean if we add the ice and do the session how long the water still good ?
It’s just an in-line strainer from Amazon. Links in this video description. Depending on the ambient temp around the barrel it could last days cold with just ice. The insulation works great!
Hi purchased a ice barrel 300 but no matter what i try i seem to have a leak on the bottom port where the spigot is. I have tightened it and even used plumbers tape and putty on the threads but no luck. Any help.
That’s frustrating and I am sorry. Is it too tight! I noticed it’s easy to tighten too much which may cause a leak. I’ve heard of a few cases like this and you may need to have them send you a replacement under warranty if it won’t stop.
I tightened a little bit at a time. When you say replacement do you mean a new barrel or a new spigot connection
You would need to check with IceBarrel but usually its just a new fitting needed. They can walk you through it@@lifenfork
How long did the ice last ?
Just did a test video a few weeks ago you might like
Hi David. Odd question: Do your big toes jam up against the side of the 300 when you sit in it? My big toes are arthritic. I’m 5’ 11”. I’ve been thinking about ordering one, just not sure how well it would work with my feet.
I have always been nervous with them based on that, plus you really need to seal it well if you go DIY. I like that Box Plunge does all that for you.
@@DavidMausJr I appreciate the reply, not sure if this reply was meant for me though…
Do I need everything on the Amazon store page if I will be installing the 1.5HP on the 300? I’m confused to what else i will need. I have the 1.5hp chiller just waiting for the 300.
Nice! Yes. That kit should get you connected. The only other piece i have to verify is the piece that screws into the 300 itself. Just got in the mail today so i will run over and test. Update shortly!
Now that you have a 300 and a 400-- which one do you think you'll use the most ??
Once i put the chiller on the 300, the 300. But i do still love the 400 so much. TOUGHT QUESTION :)
I'm curious how good the insulation is for a number of the cold plunges. Are any of them good enough that they don't sweat in the summer with the heat and the humidity?
Just posted a new video going over that.
What water hose filter are you using? I didn’t see it in your Amazon store. Thanks.
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If you dont have water filter would you change the water every time you use it?
Nope! Depends on how many people jump in it, but you can also use the Ice barrel stabilizer and that would keep the water clean and clear for a while.
Have you tried doing a insulation around your 400? I ordered a K-Flex insulation sheet I’m going to try to help with mine.
I personally have not but know of many who have! Good idea!
@@DavidMausJr be a good video
What was the hose filter you used?
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How much ice does it take to chill if you’re using your own frozen ice blocks?
I put in 100 lbs of ice and it got to 45 quickly, Once you get the water low, it should keep a low temp and the ice blocks will be able to keep it cool.
How often do you recommend clean barrel?
Using their “Stabilize” probably every 2 months
Is there a lot of condensation on the 300? I’m curious because I’d prefer to put mine in my house when I get one.
Nope! The insulation really helps with that. But that really will depend on the environment. When i had my original plunge in teh house (the temp inside was always around 70) there was a little, but i moved it outside and it was a lot!
@@DavidMausJr Thanks. I’m trying to decide between an ice barrel and a plunge because I’m remodeling a basement bathroom. But putting one outside is an option too. I live in Ohio so outside could be good in winter. Appreciate all your content. It certainly helps.
The insulation on both will do a great job holding back the condensation. Either one will work my friend @@Berenics2519
Is there a chiller you recommend for this 300?
right here: www.amazon.com/shop/davidmausjr/list/262IIA47MW9MI?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfdavidmausjr_MVR0JJGHQXHGFZ59MGWC
How long did the water stay below 60 degrees ?
Still under 60 as of this morning!
Will Ice Barrel be coming out with their own chiller?
Yes
They already offer one if you send them an email. Or at least did 6-8 months ago. I bought the 400 plus a chiller from them. The full chiller set-up was +/-1500, and it was complete.
@@mattmorgan6487 I read a comment stating Ice Barrel would be releasing chiller sometime in October or November
its coming soon. They use to have a page on their site that showed how to do a DIY, but i think thats gone now. Their chiller is going to be a game changer
What Ice blocks are those
They are Ice barrels ice blocks, made exactly for this and they work great!
Do you have a link for the filter you used to attach to the end of the hose to fill up your barrel for the first time?
Yep! In my video descriptions there’s a link to Cold Plunge Cleaning Kit. It’s in there along with everything else I use to clean my plunges
@@DavidMausJr I might be blind, but I only see the Ozone Generator, U-V pump, net, and hydrogen peroxide in your Cleaning Kit link
@@n0tReal1ty Nope you are not blind! lol Its not there, thought it was :) Here you go: amzn.to/3QhpSZc
I would NOT order the Ice Barrel 300 until they figure out how communicate with customers. I ordered in early August with a ship date of mid August. Then, I was told early September. Now, told it could be the end of October…. And it takes them 3-5 days to reply to an email.
That is such a bummer. I know when i was at the HQ they were completely slammed with emails and it was a little balancing act between responding the emails about shipping or actually shipping the barrels out. They did not anticipate how many 300s were going to sell this quick. Its a good problem to have but it is a bummer when you are waiting that long. I apologize on their behalf.