sleeping

[punkincowcat]

im trying to do alot of forward planning this year (I quite enjoy it.. all the early buying of hand sanitizer and mini toothpastes.. geek!) and I am carefully considering what I should take to sleep on. Each time ive camped with only a camp mat, ive never got a refreshing sleep because im constantly rolling about all night trying to get comfy. Last year I got a great sleep on a small inflatable bed, I cant really take one this year because I am going by coach and am trying to pack as lightly as possbile. Ive thought about inflatable mats, are they any better than yours standard mat? are there any inflatable beds in a light version?

any past experiences or advice is much appreciated!

Have a great one

[r0cky]

I take an airbed, but they weigh at least 2kg. Am using a Coleman Comfort Bed at the moment.

You could take one of those lilo things, although they are quite thin and might develop a puncture. You could probably take a spare with you. Not sure how good they are for sleeping on, although I've read of others on here using them as such.

You can also get those sectioned inflatable backpackers beds, 0.85kg

I think I might take an inflatable sofa with me this year, or perhaps one of those convertible sofa beds!

Edited April 14, 2009 by r0cky

[norainplease]

Last year we invested in self-inflating roll mats and it was the best £30 we ever spent! very comfy and keep the cold from coming through from the ground! They aren't much bigger than a traditional roll mat either which is even better!!

Get one of these, they are ace!!

Linky

Edited April 14, 2009 by norainplease

[mynameisearl]

Last year we invested in self-inflating roll mats and it was the best £30 we ever spent! very comfy and keep the cold from coming through from the ground!

Get one of these, they are ace!!

[punkincowcat]

awesome!

can you recomend any self inflating mat in paticular? there seems to be so many

[mynameisearl]

awesome!

can you recomend any self inflating mat in paticular? there seems to be so many

[punkincowcat]

Ahhh okay I didnt see that link!! thanks im in two whether to purchase this for £30 or just buy a cheap air bed for £2.99..

[norainplease]

I've got the gelert one, similar to the one on the link I posted above thought it would be best to get a good make for durability and comfort!!!

Edited April 14, 2009 by norainplease

[punkincowcat]

I've got the gelert one, similar to the one on the link I posted above thought it would be best to get a good make for durability and comfort!!!

[mynameisearl]

I've got the gelert one, similar to the one on the link I posted above thought it would be best to get a good make for durability and comfort!!!

Edited April 14, 2009 by mynameisearl

[r0cky]

How do these inflatable mattresses compare to airbeds? That one linked above is only 3cm thick? Not much cushioning/give possible there for side sleepers.

The Gelert 5cm is ~2kg, so a similar weight to an airbed.

Edited April 14, 2009 by r0cky

[ampersand]

ive got a double one that needs pumped. got a battery pump so its not too bad, but it ended up needing refilled every night due to losing a lot of air. might try something different this year.

[mynameisearl]

How do these inflatable mattresses compare to airbeds? That one linked above is only 3cm thick? Not much cushioning/give possible there for side sleepers.

The Gelert 5cm is ~2kg, so a similar weight to an airbed.

[norainplease]

Sounds good!!

and you reckon its pretty comfortable, in your experience?

[Funkfarley]

I got one of these...

http://cgi.ebay.com.my/NEW-SPORTURA-SELF-I...emZ310126360766

except i bought mine for £17 in costco.

I havent slept on it but i did lie on it watching the apprentice last week and its comfy.

I sleep on my front and find that full size (Single) airbeds are just too narrow for me to get comfy...this is ideal cos im not carrying a bloody double airbed just for me...

So if you wanted one of these, get someone to pick one from costco and DONT get it off e-bay!!

**Edit** Let me just point out it has a thicker "pillow" bit too which is handy

Edited April 14, 2009 by Funkfarley

[Paul ™]

I use this

[muddyslingbax]

i also use that. could do with being strapped onto it (?) as kept rolling off but was VERY comfy in my VERY trashed state

[r0cky]

You don't roll off them as much! And it inflates really well without having to have a pump or hyperventilating yourself! Just leave it to inflate and give it a little top up!! Pefect!

[Toilet Duck]

I can't recommend a proper self inflating mattress highly enough...

I have one of These and not only is it infintely more comfortable and portable than an inflatable airbed, but it's much warmer as it actually insulates you from the ground below whereas I find air beds quite cold...it'll be the best 30-40 quid you ever spend and can be used for years!

[oldskooldaze]

awesome!

can you recomend any self inflating mat in paticular? there seems to be so many

Edited April 14, 2009 by oldskooldaze

[Kyelo]

I use one of these+a tesco value pillow. Once it's up, it's up. No topping up the air or anything. Takes about 5 minutes to build. I'm 6ft2 and 16 stone, it holds me and I find it quite comfortable.

£12.99 from Argos

Camp Bed

[venuss]

Ahhh okay I didnt see that link!! thanks im in two whether to purchase this for £30 or just buy a cheap air bed for £2.99..

[greg1999]

might use my sleeping bag if i find it.

sleep under a pile of clothes if not.

[r0cky]

Any one used one of these:

To go in my new Quechua Base Seconds (if/when I get it), with a throw over it, fairy lights, and lots of beers for camp luxury!

There are a couple of other types of sofa-beds, but they need have a section inflated/deflated to convert from bed to sofa; too much hassle!

[mark542]

Any one used one of these:

To go in my new Quechua Base Seconds (if/when I get it), with a throw over it, fairy lights, and lots of beers for camp luxury!

There are a couple of other types of sofa-beds, but they need have a section inflated/deflated to convert from bed to sofa; too much hassle!