Air bed / self inflating mattress recommendation

Air bed / self inflating mattress recommendation

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zed4

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7,248 posts

221 months

Monday 29th June 2015
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Hi,

We're off camping this weekend and my air bed has split, so I need a replacement. I want something pretty good, so what do you recommend?

I've got quite a big tent (sleeping area is 215cm x 180cm) but I need something fairly compact to fit in the TVR.

I'm looking at either the Outwell Flock Excellent King, or the Outwell Cimelia Self Inflating Mattress system. I like the look of the self inflating mattress, but I'm concerned at the pack size! It appears to be three items, two mattresses and a memory foam cover, all in a bag which is quite large. I wonder if I could fit the individual items in the TVR boot, as the package size is too big.

Has anyone used either of these?

Thanks,

Dan

jep

1,183 posts

208 months

Tuesday 30th June 2015
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No direct experience of the 2 you look at, but have a look at Aerobed's Dan. They have a rechargeable pump or can work off an electric hook-up. Size when folded is pretty good, and they are comfy and durable.

Another alternative is Intex, but they need a hook-up or an inverter to the ciggy lighter. I've found them to be great value, and to be fair, I've never needed a mat underneath it.

chopper602

2,172 posts

222 months

Tuesday 30th June 2015
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zed4 said:
I want something pretty good
Thermorest every time. Last for ever too

A900ss

3,245 posts

151 months

Wednesday 1st July 2015
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It's not small but the Chim has a big boot so take a look at the Megamat 10. Not cheap but immensely comfortable.

Good luck.

bearman68

4,644 posts

131 months

Wednesday 1st July 2015
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chopper602 said:
Thermorest every time. Last for ever too
Repeat as above. I personally don't like blow up mattresses - they seem to want to push you off in the night (or is that the wife). Thermorest don't do that, and is a much more natural sleep.

AlfaPapa

277 posts

159 months

Thursday 2nd July 2015
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Thermorest or equivalent. You can't beat them for warmth, pack size and comfort.

Alpkit do a 'fat' version which is about as comfortable as they come (and half the price of a 'branded' mat):
https://www.alpkit.com/products/dozer

Or if that pack size looks too big, go for the Dirtbag.


Personally, I use a Thermarest Neoair which packs to less than the size of a coke can and is warm and REALLY comfortable. It's downside is it sounds like you're munching on a pack of crisps every time you turn over in the night.

tenohfive

6,276 posts

181 months

Sunday 5th July 2015
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AlfaPapa said:
Personally, I use a Thermarest Neoair which packs to less than the size of a coke can and is warm and REALLY comfortable. It's downside is it sounds like you're munching on a pack of crisps every time you turn over in the night.
This years model isn't as bad on that front, I'm a light sleeper and don't notice the noise. Very comfortable and incredibly light, great backpackers/wild campers mat.

Alpkit isn't a bad shout for car camping though.

OneDs

1,628 posts

175 months

Monday 6th July 2015
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http://www.andescamping.co.uk/99435-black-andes-ex...

Just used these for the weekend and they were great, on top of a Kampa xl camp bed each it was more comfortable than the bed at home.