SOLSTICE Inflatable Cold Plunge Ice Bath Tub, Cold Pod 84.5 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!

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!

The tub ripped down the side the first time we used it. Super disappointed.

I recently tried the SOLSTICE COLD POD complete with 3 reusable ice bags and a large lid. To be frank, it's an overhyped fitness product that left me disappointed. At its core, it's really an inflatable kiddie pool that stands up vertically. You're supposed to fill it with ice for a refreshing post-workout plunge. But in practice, it's more hassle than it's worth. Cold showers and baths do the job just as well, if not better. They're less work, cheaper, and you don't have to worry about constantly buying and replacing melted ice. It's flimsy and cheap-looking, not at all what I expected from a product marketed for fitness enthusiasts. The color alone, off beat blue, just looks cheap sitting in my yard next to my house.

I ordered 2 different cool tubs for my husband & me to try out and I can't believe how much better quality this whole set is over the MORE expensive but little larger tub! I am completely happy with this product- it was easy to use & assemble, the directions were really good, the storage bag has a zipper (to keep all the pieces together & clean) & works well, comes with 3 reusable ice bags and the tub does not leak. Although it is 20 gallons smaller than the one I ordered for my husband, it didn't feel much smaller to me. FYI - it gets a lot more stable & circular after it's filled with water (empty, it looks a little weird & the inflatable top rim is triangular shaped). The valve is easy to use but it's a bit slow to empty so I would recommend just taking it off when you want to empty it - it'll go a lot faster (unless you are emptying it carefully into something). The cover is easy to use & high quality (although I wish it didn't have such large holes in the 'vent' to better keep out bugs - but it's pretty easy to just put a piece of tape over it to seal it). I can't believe the other one was almost 2 times more expensive than this one - this product is a huge deal! I highly recommend!

The Good: the Solstice Cold Pod is well made of high quality materials and is very easy to set up. Using the included pump to inflate the top rim, this thing was ready to start filling with water in about 10 minutes. It's a good size, too...I'm about 6'4" and close to 300 lbs and I was able to get up to my neck in water and even submerge my head with some contorting. The Bad: the pod doesn't do a great job of keeping water cold. I filled the pod about halfway with water (≈45 gal) from the hose (about 80° F) which took about 15 minutes. I then searched online for a calculator which allows you to input your water volume, current temperature, and desired temperature and tells you how much ice you need to add. Well, I needed to add 60 lbs. Yep, SIX. ZERO. I trekked to the ice hut where I was able to get a screaming deal (about $8 bucks for 60 lbs) which brought my water down to about 50° F (Now, to be clear, that's not really cold enough for a cold plunge. It definitely feels cold for beginners, but once you get in the groove, you really want water that's maximum 45°F). But that was ONE PLUNGE. By the next day, the water was back up 10-15° F and only slightly colder than out of the tap. I did use the included ice pouches which were able to drop the temperature about 5° F total the following morning—but that's just not enough when you have to get tap water to drop anywhere from 35°-45° basically every day. The verdict: if you're looking for a high quality, easy to set up, and portable pod for cold plunges, this is it...as long as you have a good plan for getting and keeping water cold. Best I can tell that means trekking to and from the store (a large investment of time and money), a dedicated freezer ($$) for dozens of pouches , jugs, and bottles of water constantly refreezing, a commercial ice machine ($$$), or a chiller ($$$$).

The SOLSTICE COLD POD Plunge Ice Bath Tub W/ 3 Reusable Ice Bags is seriously convenient for being able to ice waist down and it doesn’t take up much room. It was extremely easy to assemble, comes with a patch kit, cover, storage bag and 3 refillable ice packs. The ice packs alone are not enough to cool the water down to a level you need, especially in warmer climates like mine, but it will cut down on the amount of ice you need to add. My husband had been told to try this for his knees and he could tell the difference much sooner than we expected. Hoping it holds up to regular use. It’s perfect for those looking for something that still allows a cold plunge without having to purchase the much more expensive full body tub.