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Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sleeping Pad
I'm 5'8" - is the S gonna be long enough for me...
By hco3438665
Ranked #654 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
December 31, 2010
I'm 5'8" - is the S gonna be long enough for me?
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By Ian Newcomb
Ranked #367 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
March 13, 2011
the only advantage to the s size is the 3/4 length, so its is much less bulky when packing up. I own the 3/4 length. It is perfect if you have a tent. If your in the shelter, during the winter months, your feet might get cold, however it is easily fought with a pair of socks. The s size is ideal for ultra light, minimalist, through hikers because it is the lightest pad therm a rest offers with the closes cell foam design. I'm planning to through hike the AT next year, as a 16 year old, Ill be using this pad. It is a great pad, ive logged over 600 miles on it. But the small with be plenty, I am 6'2 and It is perfect for me!
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By RockyMtnHigh
Ranked #162 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
January 1, 2011
Well, the small is 47" long, and you are 68". Some people do fine with a pad just under their torso and head (with their feet extending beyond the pad), especially if the pad is being used primarily for comfort and not warmth. Personally, I prefer a pad that is at least as long as I am.
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