Extract from IDEA 2000 Review of Frio Cooling Wallet Performance during the Expedition to Cerro Aconcagua Todd Clare, President, IDEA 2000
"One of the main issues faced by a diabetic at extreme elevations is the temperature ranges encountered, and the potential for insulin to denature if it gets too hot or too cold. In the past, we have tried combinations of creative packing, placement, and a little luck to let the insulin survive. In summary, my experience with Frio Cooling products has been exceptional. The product itself delivers on its promises, and will become a standard piece of equipment in my gear bag. In fact, I have begun using it in less extreme environments (I plan to use it this summer). I would personally recommend the Frio cooling wallets to any diabetic who needs to take their insulin with them."

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Hattiesburg, Mississippi UK
"My family just went through Hurricane Katrina. My 78 year old mother is a diabetic who uses insulin. Fortunately we had purchased a Frio pouch at an earlier time. I wanted you to know it worked beautifully. It kept her insulin cool and safe for over 10 days until we could located a generator to power a small refrigerator. During this time we had no access to ice so the Frio was a real life saver. Thanks for a terrific product."

Peggy Ruedi
" I have had my Frio for several years and can't imagine why every diabetic doesn't have their own. Recently I took a trip into a fairly remote area of Mexico and relied on my Frio to get me through. I admit to some initial reservations. It was very hot where I was. Each morning I took my Frio pouch to the bar/dining area. The first morning it was a little tricky explaining what I wanted in my weak Spanish, but once the attendant understood I needed my pouch to be cooled in water, it was no problem. I came to breakfast. He soaked the pouch in the ice and water in his drink cooler, and I was a happy woman. The insulin stayed effective for the time I was there, and my blood glucose was perfect. The trip was something I will never forget. If I'd had to rely on freezer packs, I could not have done this. And, I won't hesitate to go on future adventures because I know my Frio will get me through with no worries. By the way, I take every chance I get to let other diabetics know what a great product this is."

Margaret Ruedi
"Follow on from above. I am already a great personal advertiser for the product. As I may have told you, I am a nurse in the obstetric department in a small hospital with a large Mexican farm worker population. I make sure all the physicians are aware of Frio, even the pediatricians who are now dealing with more and more children who must be on insulin. When my mother was carrying around all her non disposal syringes, test tapes and insulin when we traveled so many years ago, often in hot places. I cannot image how it all worked. The Frio make mine a very different life."

Mrs J Birch, Sussex, UK
"I had to write to tell you just how delighted I was with my Frio cool packs. I have just returned from a fly-drive holiday in California and Arizona and had no trouble with my insulin. Thanks to your fantastic product I was able to visit places such as Death Valley (120°F) and the Joshua Tree National Park (90°+). Thanks!!"

Dawn Kenwright, First Lady, Everest Marathon '99
"The bags were essential for me to keep my insulin cool during the lowland trek when temperatures were very high. I also found that they provided sufficient insulation to prevent insulin from freezing at high altitude [during the Everest Marathon]."

Carolyn Dennis, North Carolina, USA
"We went to an outside show for 3 days. The temperature was 90°F plus all weekend. The insulin was still cool when we arrived home after a 4 hour drive. If anyone has any questions, I'll be happy to lend a hand."