SOLSTICE Inflatable Cold Plunge Ice Bath Tub, Chiller-Ready 100 Gal

This has got to be the most spacious and easiest to assemble cold pod. It took me a total of 5 minutes to set it up. It comes with so many things that you have to pay extra for with other companies such as: extended drainage hose, cover, 3 large bags to freeze into big blocks of ice, super easy instructions. I’m very impressed. And ONLY $100. It keeps the water cold so you don’t have to refill all the time and I like to throw in the ice blocks 5-10 mins before I go in to really make it cold. The material of the pod is super durable would not go with any other brand. When I have a bigger space I’m definitely getting their recovery barrel!

I looked everywhere to try and find a cheaper inflatable option with the chiller valves built into it and I couldn’t find any. I was worried it wouldn’t be that great but so far this thing is awesome. Really sturdy and roomy. I’m 6,4. 225 pounds. I can fit in it comfortably. But no one is getting in it with me. Unless they wanna be really friendly. lol. I paired this up with a Plunge 1HP Pro chiller I got from Plunge on a Father’s Day sale. I live in Phoenix Arizona where it’s 120 in the summer on average. The tub is outside. It is under a cover though. Where it never gets direct sun or direct rain. So far it’s still getting down to temperature and I haven’t actually gotten in it yet. But it is 115 outside right now and it’s down to 42 so far. Still dropping slowly. The tub isn’t sweating or anything. If you touch it, it isn’t cold or hot on the outside. So that tells me it’s pretty darn insulated. And I sat on the lid of this thing, it held me no problem. You will need a step stool if you’re shorter than 6 feet though. Will return with how I feel about it after a few weeks of use.

Very impressed with this product. I love how sturdy it is, how they provided a pump to inflate it, and how easy it was to set up- literally less than 5min! The size is great! My husband is 6’2” and said he fits in there no problem and that there could even by room for 2! Lol The insulation is great keeping the ice blocks in there and staying cool for days! No leakage, and I love that the lid has buckles to keep it shut tight also with a combo code lock for additional safety from little ones. Definitely worth the investment in my opinion. The only thing that I didn’t love was the smell when first opened- it was such a strong chemical odor I immediately told my husband to take it outside, but it’s been a few days outside and the odor has subsided.

Attention all weekend warriors, marathon maniacs, and HIIT heroes! Are your muscles screaming louder than a coach with a megaphone? Say hello to the SOLSTICE COLD POD Plunge Ice Bath Tub, the at-home recovery tool that'll have you feeling less like a human pretzel and more like a well-oiled machine. -Quick Setup: Faster Than Your Sprint Intervals- First things first: assembly. This bad boy goes from box to bath in about 5 minutes flat. That's quicker than lacing up your running shoes or explaining to your non-athlete friends why you voluntarily torture yourself. With an included pump to inflate the top rim, you'll be ready to fill this 84.5-gallon muscle-soothing sanctuary before you can say "delayed onset muscle soreness." -More Extras Than Your Gym Bag- The COLD POD comes fully loaded with accessories that would make any gear junkie jealous. You get an extended drainage hose (perfect for creating a slip 'n slide after your plunge), a cover (to keep out leaves, not excuses), and three large ice bags (ice, ice, baby!). The instructions are so clear, you could probably follow them mid-runner's high. -Built Tougher Than Your Quads- Constructed from high-quality, durable materials, this tub can take a beating almost as well as you can. It's spacious too, giving you plenty of room to practice your post-victory dance moves while you soak. -Chill Factor: Not Quite Polar, But Close Enough- Now, let's talk temperature. While it won't keep your water Arctic-cold indefinitely, it does a decent job for a few hours. You'll need to add ice daily before your plunge, but hey, consider it part of your warm-up routine. It's like meal prep, but for your recovery. -Portability: From Track to Backyard- Planning to take this to your next marathon? Unless you're also hauling a water tanker, stick to using it at home. But for shuttling between your house and a nearby training camp? It's more portable than your collection of participation medals. -Recovery on a Budget- For the price, this tub offers more recovery benefits than that overpriced protein shake you're sipping. It's perfect for athletes looking to dip their toes (and sore calves, quads, and glutes) into the world of cold therapy without breaking the bank. -The Finish Line- In conclusion, the SOLSTICE COLD POD is like that training partner who pushes you to be better - sometimes uncomfortable, but always worth it. It's well-made, easy to use, and comes with everything you need to start your cold plunge journey. Is it perfect? Not quite. Will it instantly transform you into an elite athlete? Also no (sorry to burst your ice bubble). But for those looking to step up their recovery game without splurging on a permanent, built-in ice bath, it's a solid choice. Remember, what doesn't freeze your muscles makes them recover faster! So go ahead, take the plunge, and show your post-workout soreness who's boss. Your muscles will thank you... eventually.

This is the third Ice Bath I have tried out this year. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages - one is large but rigid and not portable and a pain to set up. One is like a giant children's splash pool which is the easiest to get in and out of, is the largest at 48" across but is definitely NOT portable. Which brings me to this one from SOLISTICE. It's the smallest but is the most portable one. You get a carrying bag that makes it easy to just stow in your trunk and then you can take it to races. It has six rigid support poles, but then it also has an inflatable collar to - theoretically - hold the round shape. There is also the nicest drainpipe I have seen that has a faucet-type valve to make draining a snap. The directions are comprehensive, and easy to follow with text and pictures, and no "malapropisms" in the verbage. You get a nice snap-on cover that is the best I have used, too. And the crowning touch is three large bags to stick in your freezer and help give you a true Ice Bath experience without raiding your icemaker or forking over $5 - $10 for ice bags. I raced in my first triathlon this season this weekend so I gave it a good test when I got back. Assembling it was easy - my other bath with a rigid structure was a struggle to assemble compared with this one. I have a small front porch, yet this pod fit with room to spare. And it's close enough to my water faucet in front to easily fill it. The problem I had was the inflatable collar. The bullet shaped pump works at first, but once the collar is filled it's a struggle to get it totally inflated. It finally became impossible;e to pump any more air in, and at that point it looked like a giant clam instead of a round pod. I finally gave up and took out my paddleboard pump and then easily inflated it the rest of the way. Still not totally round, but more ellipse-like than clam-like. And once filled with water it all came together. So in I went and after 10 minutes I felt great. All of the little nagging stiffness and a pain in my right calf that I got the final 1/2 mile of the run had calmed down to nearly nothing. After a good night's sleep, I hit it again last night, and now on Monday, I'm ready to start training again. To drain I just opened the faucet and the bottom plug and the water drained quickly. Then I just took out the six support poles and folded it up and it's in the carrying bag for next time. The two drawbacks this one has are that the inflatable collar is kind of "funky" in the inflation, and then the valve is on the inside and it's easy to accidentally pull the plug out. The second drawback is that the pod is a narrow 30" across. It fits my tri-girl body just fine, but for a husky muscular guy, it would be a tight fit. OVERALL - I still like the big 48" bath that's like a giant kiddy pool for size and ease of entry and exit, but for convenience, portability, and speed of setup, this one is the best. KEEPER!