Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel
Red cedar barrel ice bath with stainless interior
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-in Chiller | No |
| Capacity | 400L / 106 gal |
| Dimensions | 33" × 33" × 37" |
| Exterior | Red cedar |
| Interior | Stainless steel |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Classic barrel aesthetic
- Stainless interior for sanitation
- Compact 33" footprint
Cons
- No chiller included
- Upright/barrel posture (not lay-down)
Cost to own
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per session (3yr basis) | $18.59 |
| Chiller | none (ice-based) |
| True delivered price | $2,900 |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Assumptions: electricity at $0.17 per kWh (US average), cost per session over 3 years at about 1 session per week (price divided by 156), sauna running cost at a 30-minute session. These are estimates for comparison, not quotes.
| Ownership | What it means |
|---|---|
| Upkeep | Water chemistry is the whole job: hold pH between 7.0 and 7.8, sanitise with chlorine granules or bromine, and drain and refill every 30 to 50 uses no matter how clear it looks. By frequency that is roughly every 4 to 12 weeks on one or two plunges a week, 1 to 4 weeks at three or four, and every 1 to 7 days for daily or multi-person use. |
| What you rebuy | Water test strips, Chlorine granules or bromine tablets, pH up / pH down, Stain and scale remover |
These apply to the class, not to this record alone, and they are sourced from the manufacturer guidance for it. Anything a source does not state is left out rather than estimated.
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Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel FAQ
What does the Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel cost?
$2,900 delivered, which is $18.59 a session over three years at about one session a week.
Does the Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel have a built-in chiller?
No, the Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel doesn't include a chiller. You'll need to use ice or cold water to maintain temperature. See our full comparison to find models with built-in chillers.
What warranty does the Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel carry?
1 year, from Canuck Cold.
What is involved in owning a barrel?
Water chemistry is the whole job: hold pH between 7.0 and 7.8, sanitise with chlorine granules or bromine, and drain and refill every 30 to 50 uses no matter how clear it looks. By frequency that is roughly every 4 to 12 weeks on one or two plunges a week, 1 to 4 weeks at three or four, and every 1 to 7 days for daily or multi-person use. You rebuy water test strips, chlorine granules or bromine tablets, ph up / ph down, stain and scale remover. How every barrel compares.
What else should I look at alongside the Canuck Cold Red Cedar Outdoor Ice Bath Barrel?
In the same class, there is Canuck Cold Carbonized Pine Cold Tub.