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1/12/2011

Therm-a-Rest Base Camp Sleeping Mat Review

This is my 2md Thermarest mattress. I got about 20 years of great service out of the first one. It held air fine until I left it fully inflated in a closed trailer for a few hot summer weeks & the air expanded until it leaked. My fault. I learned to leave the valve open when storing. Or just roll it up when not in use. I really can't complain about it.

So I bought another. This is the most comfortable camping mattress I have ever used. My back really loves it! Washable. Also it is ridiculously tough! In my college days I camped many times on sharp rocks or even broken glass, but the Thermarest air mat never had a problem with that.

These things are so great because they almost inflate themselves! When you are making camp, just unroll the Thermarest & leave it with the air valve open. Go do a few things & come back & give it a couple of puffs & close the valve. All done! Really easy! Just remember not to store it fully inflated in a hot place with the valve shut!

You can also get a Thermarest strap kit to join 2 of these mats so you & your honey won't keep falling into the space between.

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Product Description:
Therm-a-Rest's Camp & Comfort mattresses offer incomparable softness and warmth, making them ideal for camping trips where waking up refreshed is priority number one. The BaseCamp mattress is Therm-a-Rest's most deluxe classic-style mattress, with a straightforward design that's been providing dependable comfort under the stars for more than 35 years. Updated with the best available components, the mattress is built to last for years, with a durable exterior that holds up to frequent use. The BaseCamp also features a high-loft foam core that provides superior warmth and comfort for all seasons, making it great for family campers, car campers, and base campers. And thanks to the self-inflating valve, you don't need to haul along a foot pump or stand near an electrical outlet to set up the mattress. The BaseCamp truly provides the comforts of home in a portable, easy-to-carry design. The BaseCamp comes in regular, large, and extra-large sizes.

The BaseCamp features a high-loft foam core for superior warmth and comfort. Regular Specifications:

Large Specifications:

About Therm-a-Rest
In 1971, Seattle aerospace giant Boeing announced the largest layoff in company history, resulting in 50,000 people losing their jobs. Among the jobless were Jim Lea and Neil Anderson, both engineers who were eager to get back to work. Turning to friend John Burroughs--an avid mountain climber--for ideas, Burroughs suggested a better sleeping mattress, specifically one that was lightweight, warm, and comfortable. Taking their inspiration from gardening cushions that expelled air as the gardener shifted his or her weight, the duo took a piece of open-cell foam and sandwiched it between two pieces of airtight fabric. Using an old sandwich maker, they melted the fabric onto the foam, creating a bond that was perfectly airtight. After adding a valve, their prototype was ready to test. Within two years, Lea and Anderson had partnered with Burroughs to begin production of Therm-a-Rest pads, the world's first self-inflating mattress. Under the name Cascade Designs, the private, family-owned company has grown into one of the most respected outdoor manufacturers in the world. Still based in Seattle, Cascade Designs sticks to the same fundamental principles it was founded upon: providing relevant and innovative products, exceptional quality, and service that exceeds your expectations.

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1/01/2011

Wenzel Closed Cell Camp Pad (Royal Blue) Review

I purchased this as an exercise pad and for occasional camping use. As received the pad surface was a bit marred though not in a way that impairs its use. The pad surface is soft and it appears that it will be rather easily damaged.The Wenzel charcoal grey mat appears to be essentially the same product at a similar price (sometimes lower). The grey pad seems less likely to show the cosmetic marring if that is a concern to you. Just buy whichever color is lower priced at the moment unless you prefer the bright blue.

These mats are a good value at a price in the range of $8 to $10. Curiously the Amazon prices have fluctuated and gradually increased from $7 to about $20.

Wenzel Closed Cell Camp Pad (Charcoal Grey)

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Product Description:
Wenzel continues to bring you superior products at a minimal price. Our Camp pads are that additional item to make your night's sleep enjoyable. Let's face it, it's tough to enjoy your day when you haven't had a good night's sleep. Bring it along for comfort to camp or anywhere you know you will end up on the ground, for extra cushion. At Wenzel we have a tradition of creating rugged, durable, top performing camping gear. We earned the reputation as America's family camping brand after more than a century of providing uncompromising quality and high value to our customers. 10 Year Warranty. Customer Care at 1-800-325-4121 and www.wenzelco.com

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8/19/2010

Coleman Twin-Sized Quickbed with Wrap 'N' Roll Storage Review

We've got three of these air mattresses for our kids (my wife and I have a queen size for us) when we're car camping and also to make the mattresses in our RV more comfortable.

They're not heavy, they inflate quickly and easily (I recommend the 4D inflator) and deflate and store away just as easily. I leave them a little bit "mushy" so that the kids don't feel like they're sleeping on a board. They're far and away more comfortable than the thin little sleeping pads (even the self-inflators) that we use for canoe camping and backpacking.

I did puncture one on the sharp corner of our RV door, but that's the only problem I've ever had with them.

I was initially using a 12v inflator to pump them up, but learned quickly that the smaller 4D inflator is far superior and more convenient.

For the price and the comfort they give you for that price, I recommend them to anyone. You can get better, but it will certainly cost you.

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Product Description:
The Coleman Twin-Sized Quickbed is a great choice for camping, overnight guests, or anywhere you need an extra bed. Measuring 74" long by 39" wide when inflated (fitting standard twin sheets), the Quickbed is made of heavy-duty, puncture-resistant PVC, with 32 coils inside and a soft suede top for extra comfort. The Quickbed is easy to inflate and deflate, thanks to Coleman's extra-wide Advanced Double Lock Valve. Like all Coleman inflatable products, this Quickbed features Coleman's Airtight System, guaranteed not to leak. And the built-in Wrap 'N' Roll storage system makes packing and storing quick and easy.

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