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Reddit mentions of Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Mattress
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Reddit mentions: 4
We found 4 Reddit mentions of Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Mattress. Here are the top ones.
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Ultra-light camping mattress for high-speed, low-weight campingAll-new proprietary foam construction is soft on top and dense on bottomClosed-cell foam is incredibly durable, providing excellent value through the yearsAccordion-style design packs smaller than any other closed-cell foam mattressComes in small (10 ounce) and regular (14 ounce) sizes; 0.75 inches thick
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| Size | One Size |
I use a very thin Thermarest air mattress camping, like this and it's pretty comfortable. You can let some air out once you are on it so you sink in better, or make it extremely firm. This style is similar to an egg crate, and collapses into a rectangle shape when not using, so that can be handy, it's more foam than air, so some people like it more, some less. Lastly, this style is just semi-hard foam, and rolls up for storage. It's about the same as the egg crate one, but with a different foam pattern. There are also some ultralight Thermarest air ones that break down really small and light, but they are pretty expensive.
I've slept on all of them and I'd say for comfort, the air inflating one is the most comfortable, and I've had mine for 5+ years with no issue. I have a patch kit for it, and (thankfully) haven't had to use it yet. If you are just going for budget, Wal-Mart and other sporting good stores sell blue roll up foam pieces for around $10 that are decent too, it gives a bit of padding and and some insulation from the floor at a great price.
this is what I use. The 3/4 length version is a little cheaper and lighter.
Sorry, I meant to "Z-lite". This one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001QWKWC2
It's made of closed cell foam, do punctures are not a problem.
I've had no issues with my Z-Rest. Used it on a thru-hike of the PCT. I love it because it's easy to toss out midday to keep your sweaty ass off the ground.
http://www.amazon.com/Therm-A-Rest-ZLITE-Therm-a-Rest-Lite-Mattress/dp/B001QWKWC2