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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? on: February 03, 2009, 04:15:54 AM
devils son in law


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« on: February 03, 2009, 04:15:54 AM »
I was wondering which type of sleeping pad most of you prefer. I've never owned a " self inflator" only Ridge and Z rests. I guess cost , weight and a puncture have always concerned me. I am in the market for a pad though and will definitely conside a self inflator if I get enuff "pros" on it. Thanks!
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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #1 on: February 03, 2009, 05:40:23 AM
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« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2009, 05:40:23 AM »
Each has it's + and -...of course that's not much help though.  The foam pads are lightest, often a lot lighter than inflatables.  But they are bulky.  The inflatables can be more comfortable but are heavier.  I can't get a foam pad onto my rig because of the bulk.  I have a self inflating 3/4 thermarest lite, but it's also too bulky.  So I tried a Big Agnes.  It's much more comfortable than the other 2; no sore shoulders or hips.  And it's small enough to strap onto my packs.  It's heavier though.  When I need a pad, it's the best option for me. With all that said, when it's warm I leave them all at home and use a hammock; light, small, and most comfortable.  I'm still trying to figure out hammocks when it's cold with out breaking the bank and having options for when there are no trees (rare here in the east).   
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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #2 on: February 05, 2009, 04:51:38 PM
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« Reply #2 on: February 05, 2009, 04:51:38 PM »
If you sleep on your side you may find an inflatable more comfortable. I gave up my Thermarest, for a Big Agnes inflatable. It packs down much smaller then a foam pad or self inflating pad, roughly the size of a quart Nalgene bottle.
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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #3 on: February 07, 2009, 12:13:54 AM
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« Reply #3 on: February 07, 2009, 12:13:54 AM »
Slef inflate for the comfort. I want to like tooride another day  thumbsup
I also have a self inflating 3/4 thermarest lite.
Bulk is the issue. I`ve treid many setups fot the sleeping pad, but didn`t find the right on ...... jet
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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #4 on: February 15, 2009, 10:44:53 AM
sean salach


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« Reply #4 on: February 15, 2009, 10:44:53 AM »
i sleep on my side, and i find CCF to be more comfortable than Inflatable. for me, the bulk is worth it.
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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #5 on: February 15, 2009, 03:06:24 PM
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« Reply #5 on: February 15, 2009, 03:06:24 PM »
Quote from: FeloniousDunk on February 03, 2009, 05:40:23 AM
.... I'm still trying to figure out hammocks when it's cold with out breaking the bank..... (rare here in the east).   

I'm suprised I've not seen anyone sew 3-4" down or Primaloft tubes all around the cot for insulation, like a big down cocoon. Or maybe just a sleeve for a down air mattress, then you would have and insulated base and use it on the ground too.

I've got a down air mattress in my Stephens Warmlite bag. It's heavy, and a bit bulky, but man does it sleep nice. Almost better than my bed.

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  Topic Name: foam pad or self inflating? Reply #6 on: February 15, 2009, 05:33:55 PM
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« Reply #6 on: February 15, 2009, 05:33:55 PM »
Hammock.  No pressure points.  You'll never catch me on the ground again. 
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