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Posted: 9/13/2016 9:30:07 PM EDT
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The one I use for truck camping is huge. 2.5" thick foam. But I sleep well on it.
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Posted: 9/14/2016 7:49:42 PM EDT
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I sleep on my side most of the time and my Z-Lite works great. Proper head support- pillow, stuff sack with clothes, folded jacket- is critical.
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Posted: 9/15/2016 12:37:08 AM EDT
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As a side sleeper myself I think a pillow is more important than the thickness of the pad you sleep on. Unfortunately I'm still looking for a good pillow that packs down small.
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Posted: 9/15/2016 3:23:28 AM EDT
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As a side sleeper myself I think a pillow is more important than the thickness of the pad you sleep on. Unfortunately I'm still looking for a good pillow that packs down small. Exped air pillow made a huge difference in my sleep quality while backpacking. Expensive for what it is, but we'll worth it IMO. |
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Posted: 9/15/2016 3:49:05 AM EDT
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I use a Nemo Fillo pillow, it works pretty dang well. I take it when I fly too, beats the crap out of those little airplane pillows. If you're a side sleeper and want a packable non-inflatable ground pad that's comfortable, good luck. I'd recommend a hammock instead.
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Posted: 9/15/2016 9:34:41 PM EDT
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Just got back from a three day trip. We set up a base camp that we hiked and fished out of. I used a Thermarest Trail Pro and it worked really well. The ground where we were at was flat, but really hard. The Trail Pro is not super light, but I think it'd be comfortable just about anywhere. If I had known we were going to set up a base camp or if I was truck camping, I'd get one of the Intex 6" air mattresses from Walmart for $8. Comfortable and disposable.
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Posted: 9/15/2016 9:52:24 PM EDT
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I know it's inflatable, but thought I would give you options.
Big Agnes Q-Core Insulated http://www.campsaver.com/insulated-q-core-sleeping-pad-1 This is what I have and I'm a side sleeper. I've tried a few other pads, even a big air mattress, but this one works the best because it's really thick. Mine is also not very wide, but I think they make variations. |
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Posted: 9/16/2016 1:12:11 PM EDT
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I have had problems sleeping since I was in a nasty car accident a few years ago. The best change I made was to switch to sleeping in a hammock! It removes the pressure points and many times I find I sleep as well or better in a hammock then I do in my bed at home. The trick is to not pull the hammock too tight so you can lay on a diagonal and flat. I can sleep on my side or back with ease and add an under quilt, mosquito net, rain tarp, and a light weight sleeping bag and it is a complete 3-season system! In warm weather I can leave the under quilt and sleeping bag at home and carry a blanket. When it gets colder I don't carry the bug net.
I do have the XXL self inflating sleeping pads that are like 3-inches thick and I can sleep on these but I much prefer to sleep in the hammock as I get older and the neck and back pains hit after being out in the woods all day. Here is my setup from last weekend - went to see the Flight 93 memorial and decided to try minimal camping with the hammock setup and Motorcycle: 
Hammock with the bug netting before I learned it was going to rain. 
Added the rain tarp and removed the bug netting as there were not many bugs. I will note I didn't use the under quilt and it rained several hours and got to the upper 40s over night and damp but I was fine without the under quilt with a 50-deg sleeping bag. Anyways, just what works for me. Try the hammock alone and if you like it you can spend the fortune to get the rest of the gear as bug net, tarp, under quilt, straps plus hammock - this is about $500 - $600 of gear and it is "cheap" Eno stuff! |
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Posted: 9/17/2016 4:36:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: As a side sleeper myself I think a pillow is more important than the thickness of the pad you sleep on. Unfortunately I'm still looking for a good pillow that packs down small. |
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Posted: 9/17/2016 4:42:59 PM EDT
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Quoted: I've finally tried our Therm-a-rest NeoAir and inflated it too stiff and woke up with stiff neck and back. So next time I get on it, I'll lay on top and deflate it to where it will get more comfortable. In the meantime, I'm looking for a non-inflating sleeping pad, thick enough for side sleepers. Been looking at the Therm-a-rest Z-lite since I see them on UL hikers a lot. Anyone got an opinion or read what's best for side sleepers? Thanks |
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Posted: 9/17/2016 4:43:40 PM EDT
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Wal-Mart sells the 2.5" or so memory foam pads for mattresses.
Used one of these for years on plywood bunk at my cabin. Very comfy for side sleeping. Txl |
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Posted: 9/17/2016 6:06:44 PM EDT
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much appreciated guys
while the missus was gone for the weekend and I was moving lots unpacked items from the basement and decided to F-it and hang my Hennesy Asym and newly made Costco DIY UQ and sleep in. woke up so refreshing and zero stiffness. maybe tonight, I'll give my Therm-A-Rest NeoAir a try again, adjusting the stiffness and Thermperpedic Pillow, for now. I'll definitely keep the Z-lite in the Amazon and wait for it to go on sale. |
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Posted: 9/17/2016 9:42:15 PM EDT
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I have one of these, AMAZING! Not for hiking but if you are hauling everything in by car, go for it.
https://www.amazon.com/TETON-Sports-Outfitter-XXL-Camp/dp/B000P6DJ8O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474162874&sr=8-1&keywords=teton+mattress |
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Posted: 9/19/2016 9:08:59 PM EDT
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I have one of these, AMAZING! Not for hiking but if you are hauling everything in by car, go for it. https://www.amazon.com/TETON-Sports-Outfitter-XXL-Camp/dp/B000P6DJ8O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474162874&sr=8-1&keywords=teton+mattress thanks, but, those 1-star reviews couldn't convince me enough. I'll have to research this some more |
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Posted: 9/19/2016 9:29:46 PM EDT
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thanks, but, those 1-star reviews couldn't convince me enough. I'll have to research this some more Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I have one of these, AMAZING! Not for hiking but if you are hauling everything in by car, go for it. https://www.amazon.com/TETON-Sports-Outfitter-XXL-Camp/dp/B000P6DJ8O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474162874&sr=8-1&keywords=teton+mattress thanks, but, those 1-star reviews couldn't convince me enough. I'll have to research this some more It is basically a tougher memory foam mattress topper with a heavy duty cloth outer cover. The cover is comfortable to sleep on with our without a sleeping bag. I often use it with just a blanket or sheet. It isn't light and doesn't pack up small at all. I have the xx-large one and used it for years. I gave it to my son for his physical therapy sessions and it hasn't worn out at all. I recently bought the cot sized one. It's not as thick but works great. I'm not sure what those one star reviews are about. |
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Posted: 9/22/2016 5:48:40 PM EDT
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As a side sleeper myself I think a pillow is more important than the thickness of the pad you sleep on. Unfortunately I'm still looking for a good pillow that packs down small. I use my rolled-up Gore-Tex jacket or Fleece for a pillow. All my large clothing items like that are folded into themselves. Lay flat, fold lengthwise in thirds, roll from top to hem, fold into hem like socks. You can also use stuff sacks with soft gear in them. My woobie in a stuff sack makes a nice little pillow. |
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Posted: 9/25/2016 7:10:02 PM EDT
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I am a stomach sleeper mostly but also sleep on my side. I use a Klymit Satatic V Luxe and love it. Last time I went camping I slept on top of a rock the size of a childs fist and didn't even realize it until I rolled my pad up to go home.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J972O8Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 |
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