Tubtrugs are two-handled, lightweight, flexible tubs made of frost and UV-proof plastic

Buy at: Zamzow's, Fred Meyer and tubtrugs.com

Pick a size: Small, medium, large, extra-large and shallow-large

Pick your color: Available in purple, pink, blue, orange, red, green, gray, white and pistachio green

Why they are great: Pour from, scoop up, sweep into, flexible, two-handled, lightweight, frost-proof and UV-proof

Use for: Gardening, storage, picnics, pets, wash the car, feed the horses, muddy shoes … see the Web for more uses

Finally: The orange and blue would make for great tailgating at Boise State University football games