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Cooling Vests for Casual Use:
Recreation, Exercise & Sports


Dealing with heat stress or simple discomfort is not limited to strenuous activity - in fact, many heat-related injuries occur in subtler settings where users do not believe they are at risk of exhaustion or overheating. Staying cool during your favorite activity, sport, or simply a day outside can make a dramatic improvement on health and happiness, and Glacier Tek's cooling vests offer a variety of styles for doing so.  Because our products do not require airflow or evaporation to activate the cooling effect, the vests can be worn under uniforms, motorcycle jackets, and other outerwear!

"I have the Original Cool Vest for motorcycling through hot weather. It works great! … Keeps me comfortable even with my motorcycle jacket on."

—Daniel Skapinsky San Jose, Calif.

Variety of Vest Styles

There are a number of different vest styles for securing your best fit. Don't hesitate to try any of them, as our 90-day return policy will allow you to exchange vests for other colors or styles at no added shipping cost!

  • Sport Vests - Ideal for physical activity, two side straps per side help keep the vest flexible but staying reliably in place on the torso.
  • Flex Vests - Ideal for indoor use or casual activity, our slimmest design features individual (and flat!) cooling packs that will emphasize comfort and a lighter-weight vest.
  • Banox Vests - Ideal for outdoorsman who may be travelling into wooded areas or navigating tight spaces. Banox vests are made with highly-durable and flame-retardant FR3-rated material

All-Day Coverage

Our cooling packs for vests feature a great benefit: they recharge as quickly as 30 minutes in ice-cold water.

Spend your lunch break or downtime recharging your vest for additional cooling, or use a spare pack set that recharges while the other is in use to guarantee all-day coverage! Check out our vest bundles for vests sold with an additional pack set (at a discount as well!)

Made in the USA

Glacier Tek is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and proudly produces our products right here at home. We feature an in-house design/production space, and invest in materials from other local companies to promote our community. All purchases made at Glacier Tek contribute directly to supporting our staff and partners, so we greatly appreciate your business.

Can Glacier Tek vests be worn under clothing?

Each of our vests adds about an inch of thickness to both the front and back of the body, and therefore can be worn under clothing and outerwear as long as there’s room. The Flex Vest offers the snuggest fit for wearing underneath form-fitting clothing.

Which size vest is right for me?

The ideal vest is determined by your intended use and personal preference for style, type of material and color. Our adjustable adult vests will fit almost all adults and extenders are available for sizes above XL. If a vest does not cover the whole torso, as long as the packs fall over the heart and lungs, the vest will cool the body effectively. For more information and to find your fit, check out our video.

How do GlacierPacks work?

GlacierPacks can be charged in ice water, a freezer or refrigerator, and will maintain a constant 59℉ for up to 2.5 hours. While they may produce some condensation, it will mostly be absorbed by the vest itself. Because GlacierPacks are phase-change cooling packs, your vest will not require air passing over it to maintain temperature. GlacierPacks can be worn under protective gear and other clothing without issue.

How durable are GlacierPacks?

While our GlacierPacks can withstand bodyweight pressure, such as laying on them, you should use caution around any sharp objects. We do offer an accessory called the Glacier Tek Nail Stop set you can purchase to further protect the packs from being punctured by sharp edges, tools, etc. 

Why were the GlacierPacks white and solid when I received my order?

GlacierPacks may solidify in transit if the temperature is below 59℉. This does no harm to them, and the standard instructions can still be used to charge them for use.

Where can I purchase a cooling vest locally?

Our vests are not sold in stores, please use our online stores for your purchase. 

How quickly are orders processed?

Most orders are processed and shipped within one or two business days. Our Storefront will send out an automated email with tracking information when your order is shipped.

How do I change or cancel an order?

If you need to make any changes or cancel your order after it has been sent, please call Customer Service at (800) 482-0533. Please note that your order may begin processing immediately after you place it, and it may not be possible to change items on existing orders.

What if an item I want is out of stock?

We try our best to fill all orders within 48 hours. Sometimes, despite our best planning, we underestimate demand and certain items are temporarily out of stock. We will let you know if an item is on back-order and will be delayed or if it is no longer available. We reserve the right to limit quantities based on merchandise availability.

If we are temporarily out of stock, you can back-order an item by prepaying (including shipping). When the product is in stock, we will automatically ship it to you.

Can I order a replacement vest without the cooling packs?

Owners of a damaged or permanently soiled vest may wish to buy a replacement without incurring the cost of replacing the cooling packs. We are happy to accommodate. Please contact us for pricing.

Do Glacier Tek Cool Vests come with a warranty?

Glacier Tek warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase, provided the products supplied have not been subject to accident, alteration, negligence, abuse or misuse. If you are not 100% satisfied with your Glacier Tek product, you can return it for a full refund within 90 days of purchase. For details, see our return policy.

Can the Cool Vest be returned?

If you are not 100% satisfied with your Glacier Tek product, you can return it for a full refund within 90 days of purchase. Returned products must be in the condition you received them, without signs of obvious wear and tear. We’ll pay for return shipping. Please see our return policy for details.


Fulfillment Location:

Glacier Tek ships its products from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Expedited Shipping:

Orders can be fulfilled at any available UPS or FedEx service levels.

Shipping via Customer's UPS/FedEx Account:

We are happy to fulfill any order via your own UPS/FedEx shipping account. Please provide an account # and your billing zip code.

How quickly are orders processed?

Most orders are processed and shipped within one or two business days. Our Storefront will send out an automated email with tracking information when your order is shipped.

Which countries can Cool Vests be shipped to?

We are happy to arrange shipment for orders outside the United States excluding these countries and regions: Balkans, Belarus, Burma, Central African Republic, China, Congo, Crimea, Cuba, India, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, North Korea, Pakistan, Russia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Taiwan, Ukraine, Venezuela, Yemen and Zimbabwe.

We ship to all U.S. military locations anywhere in the world and give these orders the highest priority.


Why were the GlacierPacks white and solid when I received my order?

GlacierPacks may solidify in transit if the temperature is below 59℉. This does no harm to them, and the standard instructions can still be used to charge them for use.

Looking to Purchase in Bulk?

Glacier Tek is committed to helping your team by fulfilling orders as quickly as possible. If you’re looking to buy in bulk, corporate discounts, volume pricing and sample vests are available. Please submit an RFQ so we can help you determine which vest is best for your team’s needs.

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Questions?

Have additional questions about Glacier Tek and PureTemp cooling packs? Please see the most commonly asked questions on our FAQs page for more information on products, uses, fit, and ordering.

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