FOAM Blog

Stories for the long way home.

A journal about summer days, real-life packing, EVA foam, product design, and the kinds of everyday moments FOAM was built to go along with.

Your 4th of July Float Plan

June 2026 ·1 MIN READ

Your 4th of July Float Plan

The cooler that actually floats, the tote that hauls the whole cookout, and a plan for the best holiday on the water. No heavy lifting required. The 4th is the one day...

Game, Set, Snacks: A Tennis Day Built Around the Tote

June 2026 ·1 MIN READ

Game, Set, Snacks: A Tennis Day Built Around the Tote

The standing tennis date deserves a setup that looks as good courtside as it plays. Pack the cooler, bring the tote, and let the after-match handle itself.

The Tote Bag Problem Nobody Talks About

May 2026 ·1 MIN READ

The Tote Bag Problem Nobody Talks About

The biggest tote bag complaint nobody talks about? The straps. Here’s why comfortable carry changes everything for beach days, sports tournaments, errands, and everyday life.

Why Floating Coolers Are Taking Over Lake Season

May 2026 ·2 MIN READ

Why Floating Coolers Are Taking Over Lake Season

Bulky hard coolers are not the only option anymore. Discover why floating EVA coolers are becoming the go-to choice for lake weekends, pool days, boat trips, and everyday adventures.

Dad in golf cart with FOAM cooler.

May 2026 ·3 MIN READ

Why the FOAM cooler is the Father’s Day gift he’ll actually use

Get Dad the gift he will actually use. This year, we’re making the case for the FOAM cooler.

How to Survive a Tournament Weekend (a baseball mom's field guide).

May 2026 ·2 MIN READ

How to Survive a Tournament Weekend (a baseball mom's field guide).

If you know, you know. It's 6:47 AM. The first pitch is at 8. You've been up since 5, you've packed and repacked the car twice, and you're already wondering how you'll...

Sun-Safe, Snack-Ready, All-Day Packing for Kids

May 2026 ·1 MIN READ

Sun-Safe, Snack-Ready, All-Day Packing for Kids

A FOAM-style guide to long summer outings with little kids: what to pack, how to keep the day feeling light, and how to leave room for flexibility.