Xtherm- Once I figured to let some air out to make it a little squishy it is PERFECT; so comfortable especially compared to the rei self inflater I used to use.
I use a Hyalite aerotherm inflatable. good R-value.
And another. For winter I add a full length closed cell foam pad underneath.Originally Posted by Hikes in Rain
"It's fun to have fun, but you have to know how." ---Dr. Seuss
Therm-a-rest xlite. I had an x therm that was too noisy.
I sit on the pad and let out air (no fart jokes) until my butt just hits the ground, then when I lay on it it's soft but still keeps me off the ground.
Another Thermarest XLite user. Will probably be investing in an XTherm or other warmer pad for next winter.
There's a time for foam pad, and that's when you're 25. My 42 year old body is loving side sleeping on the klymit insulated static V. Slept like a baby the last three nights in 30 degree temps. Caution: you'll probably need higher R value if you push into serious winter temps.
There are a lot of great choices if you're a back sleeper who is shorter than 5'10". If you're taller and sleep on your side, you're going to have a tougher time finding something right
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I'm starting March 16th NOBO - I'll be using the Therm-a-rest xTherm for the R5.7 insulating value. When I get to Waynesboro, VA, I'll start using my Therm-a-Rest Zlite and bounce the xTherm forward to Hanover, NH for use the rest of the way.
NeoAir shortie for 3-season trips with the padded backpanel of my pack under my feet. Most people older than 40 will really benefit from a 2" thick inflatable (or a hammock with under-insulation!). At some point I may upgrade to the NeoAir Long just to get the 25" width.
GA←↕→ME: 1973 to 2014
Inflatable...NeoAir long (I'm 6'-5").
AT: 2007-2019 (45 sections)
JMT: 2013
Foam. Cheap and no leak worries.
How many monkey butlers will there be?
One at first. But he'll train others.
I'm in for the comfort I have the long and wide Trekker. It's awesome. I got to lay on a neoair side by side and the trekker was so much bigger in height. The wood floor in the shelter was uneven I could still feel the floor in the Neoair but I was soft and cushy. That being said is does weight a tad bit. I just stole my Dad's Ridgerest foam pad to try it out.
Xterm short, 4 season use ,9.6oz . I sleep warm and well.
thom
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