[Konabumm]

What do you use for a sleeping pad? I've looked at dozens and just don't know which is good. Are the self inflating kind any good?

Thanks

 

[SkaredShtles]

Yup - self inflating works well. Are you looking for backpacking type pad (lightweight) or a car-camping type pad?

 

[Konabumm]

Yup - self inflating works well. Are you looking for backpacking type pad (lightweight) or a car-camping type pad?

Car Camping - I built a bed in my element but it's just a little to firm so I'm thinking a nice 2 - 3 in sleeping pad will make it perfect.

 

[Arkayne]

if size isn't an issue, I've got a few of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110399851659&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_956

 

[jonKranked]

I have a thermarest. Its at least 8 years old and still going strong.

 

[bdamschen]

Thermarest ftw

 

[Konabumm]

if size isn't an issue, I've got a few of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110399851659&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_956

a little to thin - looking for 2 - 3inches thick

 

[SkaredShtles]

Thermarests are nice... but these are just as good from my experience and will leave you some cash for beer:

REI pads

 

[SkaredShtles]

a little to thin - looking for 2 - 3inches thick

Do NOT get foam if you're looking for comfort. Foam will take the edge off... but that's about it.

 

[Ciaran]

Dead hookers.

 

[dosgearos]

Thermarest for sure. I usually give my wife the thick, long, one when car camping. She loves it.

 

[jonKranked]

I usually give my wife the thick, long, one when car camping. She loves it.

 

[J-Dubs]

I'd go with an air pad. I use a Thermarest Trail Pro myself though.
Any of these will work well. Plus they're light enough to backpack with.
http://www.rei.com/search?cat=8000&cat=8000&cat=4500026&page_size=109&cat=40001452&hist=cat,4500026:Camping+Sleep+Pads^cat,40001452:Air+Pads

 

[snowaddict91]

foam won't do you much good, I would go with a self inflating, thermarest are good but most off brands are decent enough since you don't have to worry about weight

 

[Streamline]

I use one of these. It packs up small and works great all night. Also helps keep you warmer believe it or not.

 

[loco-gringo]

If you had kept the Hummer you wouldn't need camping pads.

 

[Konabumm]

If you had kept the Hummer you wouldn't need camping pads.

Nobody asked for your opinion

 

[SkaredShtles]

If you had kept the Hummer you wouldn't need camping pads.

Can someone give loco some rep for me?

 

[manimal]

ENO...no pad required

 

[Konabumm]

Hummer H3 Cargo Space 62.8 cubic feet
Honda Element Cargo Space 74.6 cubic feet

 

[jonKranked]

Hummer H3 Cargo Space 62.8 cubic feet
Honda Element Cargo Space 74.6 cubic feet

you had an H3?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Yup, Thermarest, money well spent.

 

[Konabumm]

ENO...no pad required

that was a nice setup you had a Mass.... but a Snowshoe is gets COLD at night and you have to worry about waking up to a bear licking you balls

 

[Konabumm]

you had an H3?

your a little late to the party

 

[HAB]

Can someone give loco some rep for me?

Done.



I've got one of the really small thermarests that's got to be 20 years old and is still good.

 

[jonKranked]

you're a little late to the party

nah, laughing at that never gets old

 

[amateur]

Foam and self inflating pads are fine if you sleep on your back. I recently picked up a pool-toy style inflatable pad and it's made all the difference in the world as far as backcountry comfort is concerned. The best part is the weight is comparable to Thermarest and the like.

If you're car camping though, get a cheap air mattress from WalMart/Sears/Target and a 12V pump. Ultimate comfort.

 

[jimmydean]

Suck it up and buy a crib mattress like any respectable stalker would do.

 

[bizutch]

that was a nice setup you had a Mass.... but a Snowshoe is gets COLD at night and you have to worry about waking up to a bear licking you balls

I set mine up one row down from him overnight and was comfy but the high winds were so loud I couldn't sleep for snot.

 

[JRogers]

foam won't do you much good, I would go with a self inflating, thermarest are good but most off brands are decent enough since you don't have to worry about weight

Agreed. Foam is not that great. For car camping, I have two self-inflating pads. Both are fairly cheap, old and not a major brand as far as I know. They work fine; not much difference between them. I sometimes put a foam pad (Z-rest) under it for extra cushion. For backpacking, I use a 3/4 length thermarest. It is really light and small, but not something I'd use if other options are available.

 

[Zagreus]

One more vote for thermarest here-- had one running strong for 6 years now, taken me through long months on rock, ice, sand, dirt, roots, and in cars. Self-inflating (mostly) and superlight.

 

[Al C. Oholic]

also a vote for thermarest, or something similar. very comfy, and if you sleep on the ground all that air inside really warms up and makes a great barrier between you and the dirt.
if money's not an issue, they make lots of mattresses for inside cars and trucks. I'm looking into one for my ranger bed that fits me and the old lady.

 

[Ciaran]

I usually give my wife the thick, long, one when car camping. She loves it.

You're a good husband. Pos rep for you!

 

[Montana rider]

for car camping when weight doesn't matter, you might as well get the thickest pad you can find -- I've never used these (lots of river dogs use them) but I like the durability idea, since sleeping on a flat coleman airbed sucks and 3"

You can always throw a closed cell pad underneath for really cold nights.

http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product.asp?pfid=2707&utm_campaign=shop_comp&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=fr_2707