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Coleman 48 qt cooler for Tennessee Catfish Fishing

A 20 lb blue needs a real cooler.

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Why it is on the list

Why the Coleman 48 qt cooler is on the catfish checklist

A 20 lb blue needs a real cooler.

CoolerColeman 48 qt coolerA 20 lb blue needs a real cooler.Shop on Amazon →Why it is on the list

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How it is used here

Using a cooler like this on Tennessee water

Comfort gear is what keeps you fishing when the weather turns, which in Tennessee is often: 95 degrees on a boat deck in July, 50 degree water in the tailwaters year round, and sun off the water all day. A cooler, sun protection and the right footwear are the difference between a six hour day and a two hour one.

The tailwaters are the special case. The Clinch, South Holston, Watauga and Caney Fork are cold in every month, so waders and a wading belt are safety gear there, not comfort gear.

Where to use it

Tennessee water for the Coleman 48 qt cooler

Where to use itBarren ForkPublic access, limits and what else swims in Barren Fork.See the spots →Where to use itBoone LakePublic access, limits and what else swims in Boone Lake.See the spots →Where to use itBuffalo RiverPublic access, limits and what else swims in Buffalo River.See the spots →Where to use itCalf Killer RiverPublic access, limits and what else swims in Calf Killer River.See the spots →Where to use itCenter Hill LakePublic access, limits and what else swims in Center Hill Lake.See the spots →Where to use itCheatham LakePublic access, limits and what else swims in Cheatham Lake.See the spots →

The Coleman 48 qt cooler is on the catfish checklist because it works on Tennessee water.

Goes with

What the Coleman 48 qt cooler pairs with on the catfish list

The rest of the catfish checklist, each with its own page.

RodUgly Stik Catfish casting rod, 7 ft medium-heavyBuilt for sitting in a rod holder with a bait on the bottom.Why it is on the list →ReelAbu Garcia Ambassadeur 6500 C3Line capacity for a big blue in current, with a clicker for bait fishing.Why it is on the list →LineBerkley Trilene Big Game, 30 lbAbrasion resistant and cheap enough to respool often.Why it is on the list →HooksTeam Catfish Double Action circle hooks, 8/0Let the fish load the rod. No hookset needed.Why it is on the list →HooksEagle Claw Lazer circle hooks, 3/0For channel cats on cut bait and dip bait.Why it is on the list →RigSinker slides and no-roll sinkers, 2 to 4 ozA Santee rig that holds in dam tailwater current.Why it is on the list →
All 11 items

Same job, other fishing

Other coolers on the Tennessee checklists

CoolerIgloo Playmate 16 qt coolerFillets on ice on the way home.Why it is on the list →CoolerSoft cooler, 20 canFits behind the seat and keeps lunch cold on a 5-hour float.Why it is on the list →

Common questions

Coleman 48 qt cooler questions

What is the Coleman 48 qt cooler for?

A 20 lb blue needs a real cooler. It is the cooler on the catfish checklist on this site, and it earns its place because it works on Tennessee water, not because it is new.

Which fish is the Coleman 48 qt cooler good for in Tennessee?

The catfish checklist covers catfish, channel catfish, blue catfish, flathead catfish. Comfort gear is what keeps you fishing when the weather turns, which in Tennessee is often: 95 degrees on a boat deck in July, 50 degree water in the tailwaters year round, and sun off the water all day.

Where would I use the Coleman 48 qt cooler?

On the Tennessee water that holds catfish: Barren Fork, Boone Lake, Buffalo River, Calf Killer River among others. Each water page on this site lists the public access points and what swims there.

What goes with the Coleman 48 qt cooler?

The rest of the catfish checklist, starting with Ugly Stik Catfish casting rod, 7 ft medium-heavy, Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 6500 C3, Berkley Trilene Big Game, 30 lb. The checklist page has all 11 items.

Is there a different cooler for other fishing?

Yes: Igloo Playmate 16 qt cooler on the bluegill and panfish list; Soft cooler, 20 can on the kayak and float trip list.

How much does the Coleman 48 qt cooler cost?

The Amazon link on this page shows today’s price. The checklist items are standard tackle rather than premium gear, and the bait shops on the county pages carry most of them.

Can I buy the Coleman 48 qt cooler in Tennessee instead?

Yes. Every county page on this site lists the bait shops, marinas and big box stores that carry tackle, with phone numbers and directions.

Is this an affiliate link?

Yes. The link goes to Amazon with this site’s tag and pays a small commission at no extra cost to you. Nothing on the list was chosen for commission.

Do I need a licence to use it?

Anyone 13 or older needs a Tennessee fishing licence, plus the trout privilege for trout. The licence page on this site has prices and limits.

Keep going

More Tennessee water, and who fishes it

Every guide and charter on this site is listed by the water they run, so you can call the captain direct. Licences, limits and the state record list are one click away too.

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