Sleeping bag
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For below freezing, i've always heard to go above 5 R value. From experience around freezing (Just a bit above freezing) i've found that to be true. I'd just go with an inflatable under a CCF mat. Something like the Thermarest Ridgerest, or the square one which folds (seems a bit easier, but didn't have those here in the store when i went, so haven't used the square one yet
). Btw, yes, i said inflatable UNDER the foam mat. This insulates you better. If you don't need the insulation, you can always put the foam one on the bottom to protect your inflatable.https://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/...gs/self-inflating-mat-olive-green-769904.html
what do you think about this ?
or this ?
https://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/...ags/military-bed-roll-olive-green-489829.html
In winter I will have a pulk so I will take my current cheap pad to put under it so thats more insulation and comfort
what do you think about this ?
or this ?
https://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/...ags/military-bed-roll-olive-green-489829.html
In winter I will have a pulk so I will take my current cheap pad to put under it so thats more insulation and comfort
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I'd stay away from anything which doesn't mention the R-value, if you're planning to go in freezing weather.
The inflatable is a "self inflatable", which i don't like myself. I prefer something insulated which you have to inflate yourself. Must more thicker and comfortable. Also a lot lighter, and a lot less bulky.
The mat seems like a standard ground mat, which will insulate a little, but far from enough in winter. Even in summer those are already barely enough.
I'd really suggest the Thermarest or other known brands of pads/inflatables for this, not cheap surplus. Look at reviews and what hikers use. Winter is a different beast than summer all together and it's very easy to feel terrible without enough insulation under you.
The inflatable is a "self inflatable", which i don't like myself. I prefer something insulated which you have to inflate yourself. Must more thicker and comfortable. Also a lot lighter, and a lot less bulky.
The mat seems like a standard ground mat, which will insulate a little, but far from enough in winter. Even in summer those are already barely enough.
I'd really suggest the Thermarest or other known brands of pads/inflatables for this, not cheap surplus. Look at reviews and what hikers use
. Winter is a different beast than summer all together and it's very easy to feel terrible without enough insulation under you.
