Sleeve insert for a portable cooler

Abstract

A insert for a portable cooler containing ice in which the insert is preferably cylindrical and wherein the insert acts as a protective sleeve for a container, such as a bottle, within the cooler so as to prevent ice redistribution when the bottle is removed and then returned.

1 . An insert for use in a container containing ice the insert comprising:
 a sheet adapted to be rolled into a cylinder to thereby define a cavity to accommodate   a bottle or can;   a cap having a skirt with an internal slit to engage an end of the cylinder to assist in maintaining the cylindrical shape.   
     
     
         2 . An insert as in  claim 1  wherein the sleeve includes a tab at one edge adapted to engage an aperture at the opposite edge. 
     
     
         3 . An insert as in  claim 1  further including a second cap to engage the opposite end of the cylinder. 
     
     
         4 . An insert as in  claim 1  wherein the sheet is made from polypropylene. 
     
     
         5 . An insert as in  claim 1  wherein the sleeve includes a plurality of apertures to allow for air flow.