Bye Ice, Hello Penguin Chiller: FULL REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 26 кві 2023
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Discover the ultimate upgrade for your Ice Barrel cold plunge tank: the Penguin Chiller! Say goodbye to the hassle of buying and adding 50 pounds of ice to keep your water at the perfect temperature. In this in-depth review, I explore the features and benefits of the Penguin Chiller, a game-changing cooling system that consistently maintains your tank at a chilly 45 degrees. Join me as I share my personal experience and reveal how the Penguin Chiller has transformed my cold plunge routine, saving time, money, and the environment. Dive into the future of cold therapy with this innovative solution! #PenguinChiller #IceBarrel #ColdPlunge`
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Thanks for the review!
My pleasure!
just used your link in hopes you get some type of credit for it. You seem to be the only review on youtube, thank you
Awesome, thank you!
the algea issue, I had the same. Didn't showner before going in the tub. You could use uv lights in your setup OR buy a ozone generator. Do that 3 times a week for 30 / 60 minutes and it will stay fresh longer
I've just used the same chemicals (very low doses) that you''d use in a hot tub. And with the chiller... there hasn't been any algae.
Great video, looks like this is going to save you some time!
💯
Thanks for the review! How often are you changing the water? I plunge 4-6 days per week, my wife and 2 kids 3-4 times per week, and I live in CA, where water use and conservation are an issue. Thanks again!
You bet. My wife and I plunge every day and I have to empty it when we move to a new location (generally every few weeks)... if we are in town longer, I'll change it monthly.
Jason, thanks for the review. I’m in the same spot you were in. Love my ice barrel, hate lugging ice.
Does the chiller need any special cover from the elements (other than freezing temps)? I am planning to have my Ice Barrel on my deck with the chiller beneath the deck.
Are you still content with this setup overall?
Does the UV cover still fit over the barrel with the penguin filter setup?
Thanks. Rob
No special cover... except that I put it underneath the RV to keep it out of the rain. I think under the deck would work great. Get yours here to support the channel: www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
@@JasonGrubb thanks!
Thanks for the review not much out there on penguin… I’m in the middle of the 8 week wait and seeing yours didn’t work concerned me knowing I could get other chillers tomorrow on Amazon. Just lugged in a bunch of ice can’t wait until that’s over!
Once you've pulled the trigger, the wait is the worst! My new one has worked perfectly so far
BUY AN ICE MAKER AND THAT'S ALL YOU NEED BUT THIS STUFF IS COOL TOO
Fantastic video Jason! What does your heart rate get down to? I'll do a recovery 'workout' on the apple watch and track my heart rate. Have you tracked yours during an ice bath?
Honestly. I haven’t tracked it in the ice barrel. I don’t think it goes up much.
@@JasonGrubb It should drop after a short while, 50's, upper 40's perhaps depending on how much you're moving.
Nice! What mic are you using for the video? Sound is super crisp and clean!
amzn.to/3XSm95K
Throw a couple pieces of copper tubing in in before and after you get out helps with the algae too
Interesting!!!
Tried following the Penguin Chiller link in description, there was no discount when added to cart. Is there another link? Thanks for the video, excited to get started!
Dang. here it is again icebarrel.com/jasongrubb
I like the wrap around insulation. I might do the same to mine.
I'm keeping mine!
IT PROTECTS IT BUT THE RAIN CAN CAUSE MILDEW WHEN THE WATER MOISTURE OF THE INSULATION AGAINST THE PLASTIC, COULD POTENTIALLY MAKE IT LOOK DISGUSTING IN A FEW MONTHS
Hi
Great video.
How often do you change the water in the barrel ?
Thank you
Depends... but every few weeks generally.
I have the 1ph penguin and I live in Las Vegas. My cold plunge is in the garage out of the sun and I did spray foam insulation. I have no problem keeping the water at 41 year round. Chiller was $1500 ish
Awesome!
Did you spray foam directly on the ice barrel? Any protective sheeting etc? What thickness did you spray? thanks
Nice job! My active aqua 1/2 hp is having the same issues as your penguin chiller. It can’t maintain 40° or lower as temperatures outside increase. Super bummed about that right now. Need a solution😂
50 is enough for the benefits
If you're getting 40 degrees, you're doing dang good. Like Forever Solvent said, anything under 50 is great. Mine is currently set at 44 degrees (compromise with my wife lol).
@@JasonGrubb I guess I was just preconditioned to the 40° temps because during the winter that was a given. I may have to extend my time each day if my chiller can’t do the work. Be sure to give us an update on your penguin chiller and how it does with higher outdoor temperatures
I have an ice barrel and plan to order this chiller set up. In the summer where I live it’s usually in the low 80s and I keep mine outside. Does this thing struggle to keep it at 45 or will it get a little lower? 40 is ideal for me
Keeps it at 45 no problem (currently in Dallas where the high has been hitting 90). I have it at 45 because my wife also does it and she can't handle it colder than that. The cooler can get into the high 30s under the right conditions. www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
I'd love to see you update this review at some point after the games when the dust settles. I like the simplicity of the Penguin chiller set up. I'd be curious to your thoughts after you have used it for a while.
Great idea! So far I really like it... super simple and easy - even with the traveling.
I've had it for about 4 months now... Still love it! It's super easy with travel and is 100% holding my water temp at 45!! Amazing.
Do you leave it outside? Or do you take it in if it’s going to rain
@@solomoe2 Yeah... I have it under our RV so it's covered. But it survived a tropical storm out here in the outer banks last week. No prob.
Still loving it... as of September 2023! No problems here.
good luck on the semi finals!! another games ticket awaits👍🏆
🤞thank you!
So, how long did it take Penguin to send you a replacement? It’s 4-6 weeks as of today…how long did it take from soup to nuts?
It tool like 4 weeks on my first order, but the replacement came pretty quickly
First one didn’t work? That’s too bad. I’ll keep looking for a good chiller that works. Thanks for your honest review.
You're welcome. It must have been a dud, they did replace it no problem, and the replacement has worked perfectly 👊
I wonder how far the hoses can be extended to allow the chiller to be protected in a nearby structure with available electricity with the tub outside. Leaving the chiller outside here is a no-go since it will soon be infested with insects seeking the warmth.
I'd say they have about a 3 foot reach without stretching... I'm sure Penguin Chiller be willing to help ya figure something out if you reach out to them.
I need the water to be more like 4.5°C, or 40°F. Will it go that low?
Sure will!!
How has the penguin chiller holding up? Have the ice barrel 300 and am looking at adding a chiller but can’t find any good reviews on it.
Dude... No problems here. I've had it for about 8 months. And we've moved dozens of times!! www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
I have the same setup without the problems thankfully. Have you found that the cold water /condensation attracts bugs? I gotta find a way to keep them away.
Man, I've never had that problem... the lid fits pretty solidly on the ice barrel so I wonder if that helps.
Bugs getting into your barrel or into your chiller?
@@SantaPlaysPickleball Never... not yet, thank god!
Did you have to install a pump or did the penguin chiller system comes with a pump internally a water pump?
The penguin chiller is a pump and chiller.
How exactly were u freezing stuff in your freezer before? What did u use? And it froze quick enough?
I was using 8 or so plastic bins half full and they'd pretty much freeze. I've since heard about silicone ones that work great. So, if you're interested in freezing lots of ice, check those out.
When I grow up I want traps like that 😅👍
An aquarium 1HP unit will easily chill that volume of water . Mine goes down to 3°c (37f). Aquarium chillers are way way cheaper and often get them second hand mine cost £90 plus a £30 pool pump filter.
Which do you have?
Yes... Not sure if it will cool down 100gallons while the ice barrel is outside in the sun. That's a big battle. The penguin chiller does the job even on the hottest days.
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I just bought a penguin chiller!
Now to wait 6-8 weeks
Worth the wait!!
I have a penguin chiller on my ice barrel and love it. Mine is hard plumbed in, not the plug and play version like Jason’s
Just ordered my Penguin Chiller setup for my Ice Barrel.
At the end of your video it looks like you have bungee cords holding the chiller return bracket in place. Just curious why the bungee cords are needed.
Hey there- I believe the bungee cord you see is one I use to keep a piece of insulation on the lid. It's just draped over the chiller return bracket until I put the lid on.
@@JasonGrubb awesome. Thanks for the replies Jason. I really appreciate all of your help! Keep the great content coming. I’m here for it.
Hey Jason what kind of insulation did you wrap around the barrel?
Here it is: amzn.to/46mH2tW
Do you feel the insulation helps keep it cooler!😊
$150 off a $1,200 barrel - sign me up! 😂
Ha ha ha. Yeah. Not cheap. But pretty damn solid.
@@JasonGrubb yes sir! Sorry if my comment came off as negative as that was not my intention. If I could I surely would buy one!
@@tvm2209 Ahhh... gotcha!! For sure!!
does the Ice Barrel lid still fit on there with that setup?
sure does!
@@JasonGrubb Good stuff Jason
It looks like it works really well for you since its a nice portable type of design. After seeing the cost for the chiller though, i would probably spend more money getting one of those tubs you see all these infuencers have. That being said im not about to spend that type of money till a long ways in the future.
Love the portability. For me, it's perfect.
Have you opted to keep the insulation ON the barrel long term?
I have. I know the penguin chiller is a beast, but want to save it some work lol
@@JasonGrubb thanks. I think I am going to do the same. Appreciate all of your help and feedback.
Hey Jason - just bought one of these chillers due to your review. Didn’t see a way to reference you or any info below to do so. Tell Penguin they owe you some commish!!!
Ha ha. Thank you! Shoot their support team a message for me!!
Anyone else - this link gives automatic credit. Https://www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
Does the lid go on with the water fountain on the top like that ?
What do you mean?
The penguin chiller has that cool fountain,
Does the lid go on with the water fountain on the barrel? I’m interested but I like my lid to be on
Do you have a promo code for the penguin chiller for the ice barrel 300?
For the Penguin - just a referral code: www.penguinchillers.com/?rstr=6858
THE LID FITS SNUG AND FINE OR IS THAT A PROBLEM WITH THE FILTER THERE?
It still fits snug with the filter.
@@JasonGrubb SWEET
Is there a coupon code I can use for a discount?
No discount... but it helps this channel if you use the link here: www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
how long does the water stay clean for?
3-4 weeks... probably longer, but we move about that often.
hm, using your link for the water chiller does not give any discounts. I see the exact same price.
Yes. There’s no discount. They’re a small US company. It just lets them know I sent ya. Https://www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
Of you put a lid or cover over it, it shouldn’t get algae I think. Sunlight is what encourages algae to grow.
Nice!
The non-insulation of the barrel is why I instead went with the Grizzly 400 cooler and Penguin Chiller, much more economical and priced right!
Grizzly game cooler?
@@AndresHerrera its a cooler made by Grizzly, 400 quart
@@kaleb4256I’m looking to do the same. What kind of chiller did you get? 1/2 hp?
@@jasonvanskike7565 I ended up returning the Penguin for an Active Aqua. Got a sweet deal on a 1/4hp and it's actually been perfect for what I need since mine is in the garage.
I'd get the 1+ HP - www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/ Worth it.
Man being from south Texas where the temps get in the 100s in summer is rough as hell 😂😂… idk, i freeze a lot of ice and get it to 50s. Which I could get into the 40s … definitely going to look into a chiller , it’s a lil defeating freezing so much ice
The chiller is a must for that climate.
I have the same problem in florida, i have to freeze and rotate ice twice a day for 5 minutes of plunging. I can't put enough in it to get below 50degrees. So looking for more viable options
@@TripleCCC2024 yesterday was 105 and I got it to 55… but I also got an opal 2 ice maker and basically a freezer full of frozen bottles or packs …. It’s a struggle lol
I feel like I got scammed by these guys, chiller stopped working after a couple months. Send it to them for repair and they stopped responding to me.
Hey Ted... shoot me a text (find my phone number in my Instagram handle). I've never had a bad experience with these guys. I'll see if I can help ya!
Can it run 3 tubs at same time
I'm not sure... it's a good question. I would be that if it was indoors, it could run 2-3 tubs. But outdoors in the sun, that would likely overtax the unit. That's my guess.
Did I miss the discount code for Penguin?
No discount - they're a US company making some pretty great things. But if you use my link, it let's them know I sent you: www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
Is that unit outdoor rated
Yes (above freezing temps)
Damn, $2k for the chiller. I think my best bet is a large chest freezer. That seems the most affordable option unless you want to deal with freezing ice bottles.
@@23chnge - Those are specialized industrial chillers that would need pump and controller. The only appropriate Penguin cold tub chiller is the Cold Therapy Chiller.
I know... it's pricy. There are lots of options out there for sure. This one works for me and helps me get the job done daily.
Is 45 degrees the lowest setting?
No, I think it goes down to 35 if I'm not mistaken.
What was the process to being a brand ambassador for Penguin Chller?
Not sure... you'd have to reach out to them specifically.
Hi size barrel is that please
Dimensions? This is the Ice Barrel 400.
How loud do you find the cooler is?
Pretty quite... and it only kicks on when it is actively cooling the water.
Mine is pretty quiet.
@@23chnge nope. Mine is pretty quiet.
@@BrentBehringerdo you have the same Penguin chiller with the integrated pump?
@@chadmcdaniel6646 no I have the 1/2hp HP penguin and bought my own pump. Pump is plumbed in line, from a 3/4” bulkhead I installed at the bottom of the barrel. My return is also through a 3/4” bulkhead about 12” from top. My pump, chiller, filter and ozone generator are all hard plumbed in a plastic yard box off to the side.
Why didn’t you add ice with the chiller to give it a head start?
That would have been a good idea! I kind of wanted to see how well the chiller performed.
WHAT IS THE LOWEST TEMPERATURE ON THAT CHILLER PENGUIN?
I think it's 36
@@JasonGrubb NOT BAD I DO 48 DEGREES WITH LARGE ICE CONTAINERS FOR 10 MINS, YOU SHOULD GET A STEAM SAUNA, I DO SAUNA 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR 20 MINS 115 DEGREES, BEST THING I OWN FOR HEALTH
HOW MUCH DO YOU PAY TO LEASE THAT SPOT? I'M CURIOUS
I travel, so it changes from campsite to campsite.
@@JasonGrubb OH YEA THOSE CAMPSITES ARE EXPENSIVE, I KNOW FROM EXPERIENCE, ONE WANTED TO CHARGE ME 80 BUCKS FOR A NIGHT, WHICH IS NOT BAD BUT THAT ADDS UP
Exactly why I dismissed the ice barrel. All that money and it’s not insulated???? 96gal trash can is $120 at Home Depot.
It took you 8 weeks to reach out to support to let them know the chiller wasn't working? Am I the only one confused on this? Why didn't you just call them the next day?
Agree
YOU KNOW VERY WELL THAT YOU ARE STILL ADDING ICE TO IT BECAUSE 37" DEGREES IS THE SWEET SPOT, BUT NICE SETUP
I'm not still adding ice. The cooler can get the water below 40 degrees (35, I believe), but I have a wife who can't handle anything colder than 45, so I compromise for her.
@@JasonGrubb OH OK, THOUGHT 40 WAS IT
No disrespect intended but you can get a used or brand new deep freezer for a lot cheaper! 💯
That could totally work for some people.
Not trying to be rude. But how was this a review? You didn’t tell us about BTU, amperage, lowest possible temperature, physical size and measurements, etc….
Thanks for the feedback. All I cared about was it got my water cold, but I see that I left a lot of technical information out of the review. I'll remember this in the future.
A little more expens😅ve????
Yeah... not cheap... but no automated cold plunge system is inexpensive.
What size chiller is it? I see 7 to choose from on their site. Seems like a great option.
Go with this one. Https://www.penguinchillers.com/product/jason-grubb-fitness-chiller-bundle/
Yeah, only the Cold Therapy Chiller one is designed for cold tub. The others are specialized industrial chillers most with some important deficits like inconvenient connections and lack of pump.
A bit tongue-in-cheek, but... did you just turn your $1200 trashcan into a $3400 trashcan?? 😮😮😂😂
LOL
@@JasonGrubb awesome job this weekend!!
HE GOT THE CHILLER FOR FREE THOUGH..SO HE DID NOT, LOL...AND WITH ALL DO RESPECT, IT'S A RAIN BARREL
@@leelunk8235 🤣🤣🤣
@@drop36000 Rain Vault 50 Gal. Darkened Ribs Oak Rain Barrel, Homedepot sells it for 206 bucks with a lid, looks almost the same, 200 bucks is a good fair price
Camera work making me dizzy
sorry about that
$2500 chiller. Bro cmon…
It's a tool that works to rapidly and consistently chill and circulate the water. Some people are willing/able to pay that price for the convenience and ease of use, others aren't.
yes, $200 freezer using ice, to a $2k plus chiller. Simple, just be a youtuber and get free stuff is the solution I guess....
Whelp... I reached out, negotiated a deal, and have a following that has taken years of consistent hard work (for no pay whatsoever) to nurture. I guess there are some perks of working hard - consistently.