Does the drawstring pull the fabric lid completely closed or is there a small hole left? If there's a hole doesn't the cold air escape?
343974
I returned the basket because it did not stay standing, just kind of sunk into a lump of fabric. So I never got that far--but your thinking seems logical that the insulation properties are not intact if there is a drawstring--but I can't speak from experience.
343975
We have not experienced any problem with the basket retaining an either cold or hot environment for the contents.
343976
There is a very little hole usually when I pull it closed. You could probably pull it tight enough so there is not one. However, I have been very impressed with how cool it keeps things. When live it in Florida and it is great for keeping sandwiches, fruit, cheese, etc., really cool for long periods of time at the beach, river, etc. We just throw in a couple of ice packs. It also keeps drinks from the frig. cool. Instead of lugging a big cooler around, I much prefer taking this. Things don't get wet, it is a great size, and not too heavy. We still sometimes take a very small cooler to have a few ice cold drinks but this has allowed us to take picnics with us and enjoy cool, fresh tasting food. There is a very little hole usually when I pull it closed. You could probably pull it tight enough so there is not one. However, I have been very impressed with how cool it keeps things. When live it in Florida and it is great for keeping sandwiches, fruit, cheese, etc., really cool for long periods of time at the beach, river, etc. We just throw in a couple of ice packs. It also keeps drinks from the frig. cool. Instead of lugging a big cooler around, I much prefer taking this. Things don't get wet, it is a great size, and not too heavy. We still sometimes take a very small cooler to have... » Read More There is a very little hole usually when I pull it closed. You could probably pull it tight enough so there is not one. However, I have been very impressed with how cool it keeps things. When live it in Florida and it is great for keeping sandwiches, fruit, cheese, etc., really cool for long periods of time at the beach, river, etc. We just throw in a couple of ice packs. It also keeps drinks from the frig. cool. Instead of lugging a big cooler around, I much prefer taking this. Things don't get wet, it is a great size, and not too heavy. We still sometimes take a very small cooler to have a few ice cold drinks but this has allowed us to take picnics with us and enjoy cool, fresh tasting food. « Show Less
1093552
It's supposed to be loose so it doesn't clog up or get hard to move. Mine is held on by a rivet and would be impossible to pry off by hand, but still flicks back and forth easily. It still has a little gap when closed; it's not going to seal airtight.
1497728
I also have the flannel hot water bottle cover which has a drawstring. I tie the stopper to the draw string. Genius.
1175219
The answer provided by quirky help is incorrect. The curtain is held in place by 2 Latches that hook to a metal rod on the side of the unit. It is not air tight at all. As a matter of fact it allows more air / lite leakage than the normal accordion sides. Do not be fooled. I'm highly disappointed in this unit so far. It only cools down to 64, not 60 like most other units(I like it cold when I sleep). Be prepared to purchase extra insulation for the sides, the curtains aren't much more than canvas. For the price point 299$. I could have gotten a 12000 BTU unit. Very disappointed currently. Great concept. Very poor implementation The answer provided by quirky help is incorrect. The curtain is held in place by 2 Latches that hook to a metal rod on the side of the unit. It is not air tight at all. As a matter of fact it allows more air / lite leakage than the normal accordion sides. Do not be fooled. I'm highly disappointed in this unit so far. It only cools down to 64, not 60 like most other units(I like it cold when I sleep). Be prepared to purchase extra insulation for the sides, the curtains aren't much more than canvas. For the price point 299$. I could have gotten a 12000 BTU unit. Very disappointed currently.... » Read More The answer provided by quirky help is incorrect. The curtain is held in place by 2 Latches that hook to a metal rod on the side of the unit. It is not air tight at all. As a matter of fact it allows more air / lite leakage than the normal accordion sides. Do not be fooled. I'm highly disappointed in this unit so far. It only cools down to 64, not 60 like most other units(I like it cold when I sleep). Be prepared to purchase extra insulation for the sides, the curtains aren't much more than canvas. For the price point 299$. I could have gotten a 12000 BTU unit. Very disappointed currently. Great concept. Very poor implementation « Show Less
1177607
I had air loss with a new one. After I seal it the air escapes from the top. Couldn't find the hole, but the air is escaping. I have another TBS tha does not leaks air.
1369265
The lid is great. It doesn't leak around the edges or the vent hole near the middle. I pack my wife's lunches and include soups and stews and they can end up on their side during transport. No leaks. I hand wash the lid as my dishwasher uses very high temperatures which warp plastic lids. When the food is microwaved, it stays warm for a long time, as the ceramic heats up and stays warm through lunch. I've frozen foods in them and have no problem with freezing. I thaw them first before heating in a microwave.
1834668
Not a silly question, I wondered about it too, before I bought it. The flap does stay down. The problem that I had with this massager was the machinery inside. It catches on the threads or fabric inside and stops working. Mine lasted about 2 months before this happened. I tried cutting it open and detaching the machinery from the fabric - but it just happens again.
797500
It pulls off. There's a gasket around the rim which still keeps it airtight though.
598197
Once done blowing up close the flap and push it in so its flush. If air is leaking there may be a break in a seam I think mine are fine but defects cab happen. Hope this helps.
1826450
I have no problems at all putting the lid on when the cooker is cold. Sometimes, when the food is hot, I have to fiddle with the lid a little to get it to reseal. The lid rotates onto a hinge to open it. I use my cooker all the time anfd love it!
1196401
Mine is loose too. The main thing is it should be air-tight. In the past, my mattress cover was open from the bottom. This one is totally closed. I tried to take the air out, as much as I could through a little opening, before zipping it up. Later I tucked in the loose part under the mattress. It works great for me :)
2211063
It does not fit like a glove and yes there's a gap when you shut the lid. My sister 's got one and hers is more fluid and fits perfectly. The material is so much softer compared to the one I got from here.
970533
Not really. It still screws on tight and I have no problems with leaks or anything but when tight the hole in the lid is too close to the handle to make it easy to hold & drink out of. It doesn't bother me though because I use a big long straw to sip out of. Keeps my stuff cold all day & I love it.
2120389
When the lid is closed it is held shut by a magnet. To open, slight force is required to overpower the magnet.
16509
Yes it does! The drawstrings are smartly located inside the waist pockets of the inner layer. Placement of the drawstrings inside the parka keeps the drawstrings from getting hung-up or snagged!
2082314
The lid does not leak - but it is not a tight lid - it just covers it. I love it - I leave it in the refridge 24 - 7 filled with ice tea. I have had it in use for five months now.
1126702
I haven't had any issues with the lid coming open. The Velcro is pretty strong and I currently have my bike hanging from my ceiling upside down and the lid hasn't ever opened up even with items in the bag.