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Therm-a-Rest BaseCamp Sleeping Pad
Help....My boyfriend is deployed to afghanstain and has ask me...
By Mandy
Ranked #385 - Sleeping Pads
March 6, 2010
Help....My boyfriend is deployed to afghanstain and has ask me to send a sleep pad for his cot. Can anyone tell me which one would be the best one to send him?
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By Melissa
Ranked #197 - Sleeping Pads
July 24, 2010
if he's in a CHU or non moving circus tent send him a full size memory foam mattress topper. It might be a bit bulky, but can be folded in half then tied down with a poncho liner. Makes life very comfy and can even be topped by a twin fitted sheet. Almost makes it feel like home. If he was issued a mummy bag that can be tied down under the poncho liner and feels pretty good so long as the zippers stay off to the side. (can you tell i've spent a little time in the desert?) Good luck to the both of you!
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By Tony Pearson
Ranked #196 - Sleeping Pads
March 8, 2010
Most thermarest pads are pretty good quality in general. If he is just going to leave his pad in the barracks then any of the inflatable ones would be a good choice. They are generally thicker and more comfortable. However, if he plans on taking it out I would suggest a closed cell (foam type) one. It's going to be more rugged and won't have to worry about it getting a hole.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- urethane foam
- Dimensions:
- [regular ] 20 x 72 x 2 in; [large ] 25 x 77 x 2 in; [extra large ] 30 x 77 x 2 in
- Rolled Size:
- (regular) 21 x 6 in, (large) 26 x 6 in, (extra large) 30 x 6 in
- R-Value:
- 5
- Shape:
- rectangle
- Self-Inflating:
- yes
- Weight:
- (regular) 2 lb 9 oz, (large) 3 lb 8 oz, (extra large) 4 lb
- Recommended Use:
- car camping, family camping, base camp use
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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