Pacific Outdoor Equipment Cruiser Mountain Sleeping Pad .gif)
 |
Product
Details
Pacific Outdoor Equipment Cruiser Mountain Sleeping Pad brings some luxury to your backpacking and camping experiences. Use this mat year-round for a cushy, insulating buffer between you and the cold, hard ground. A special drill- and die-cut combo results in a high heat-to-weight ratio with excellent support in key areas, while diamond ripstop fabric ensures a long life for your mat. The Cruiser Mountain accommodates both mummy and rectangular sleeping bags, and its non-slip surface prevents you from sliding all over the place while you dream of reaching that snow-capped peak.
Price : $
91.95
 |
%%Pacific Outdoor Equipment Cruiser Mountain Sleeping Pad%% Loading...
Sleeping Pads Checklist
 |
Backpacking? If weight
and bulk are top issues, then get a lightweight
pad, as they are
far less bulky than other pads. If you can spare a bit of bulk and
some ounces, then a midweight
pad does work, as it is more comfortable and warmer. |
|
For Campground Use : For
campground use, get a luxury
pad. Just don't plan on taking them
into the mountains. Midweight
pads also work, but they aren't nearly
as comfortable as a luxury pad. |
|
Say "NO" to Foam! Foam
pads have two advantages...they'll never leak and they are cheap.
But they aren't nearly as effective in keeping the camper warm (one
exception, see below), aren't comfortable at all, and are nasty
to pack. Just say "NO" to foam! |
|
Remember their Purpose! The
purpose of a sleeping pad is to keep the camper warm (primary use)
and comfortable (secondary use). Thicker pads keep the camper warmer
because there is more air between the ground and camper...thus insulating
the camper from the cold ground. |
|
Sleeping in the Snow? If
so, you want to get a luxury
pad...as they will provide far more
warmth than any other type of pad. And to heck with the weight and
bulk. There are also some specially designed foam pads (not cheap
army surplus pads) that work well for winter camping, too. |
|
Don't Forget the Stuff Sack! Sadly,
many sleeping pads do NOT come with the stuff sack...it's something
you need to buy separately. While it's a pain, do it...as the stuff
sacks are designed specifically for the pad (reducing bulk and allowing
for easy stuffing). |
Similar Items
Related Books
 | Europe on a Shoestring : Party in Tallinn or pose in Cannes; hike the Curonian Spit; be seduced by the Aya Sofia in Istanbul or simply learn the art of the Spanish siesta. Your European Adventure starts here with the most detailed guide available, featuring more than 40 countries, 200 maps and insider tips to help you to go further, stay longer and pay less for the ultimate European grand tour. More Info |
More Camping Books & Backpacking Books
|
Copyright 2002-2009
Big Sky Fishing.Com
|
|
