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Tinhead
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Tinhead
   Old Thread  #38 13 Jan 2021 at 9.16pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #37
As Post#17 I keep mine with a semi lob on
D-nerd
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D-nerd
   Old Thread  #37 13 Jan 2021 at 8.25pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #36
You are correct, storing them rolled up, will shorten the life of the mat.

Although i guess as its a gradual decline I haven't noticed.
stuart666
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stuart666
   Old Thread  #36 13 Jan 2021 at 8.16pm  0  Login    Register
I was reading an article on self inflatable mats the other day and it said they should never be left rolled up and they should be kept inflated when not in use or it will damaged the foam cells and they wont self inflate properly if you keep them rolled up. It also said not to blow air into them as it causes bacteria to breed and also damage the foam cells. They suggested leaving them inflated under a bed or behind a wardrobe. Defeats the object of the self inflating aqua mat i just bought mind as i bought it as it was so compact. They never mention having to keep it inflated in the description so thats a bit of a con.
D-nerd
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D-nerd
   Old Thread  #35 13 Jan 2021 at 8.06pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
The one you want is the Mountain Equipment Helium 3.8
Titty
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Titty
   Old Thread  #34 13 Jan 2021 at 1.39pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #32
My Nash Indulgence doesn’t have a zipped on bottom layer to lay on - just the mattress. They have a zip on top layer to lie under.
g4fne
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g4fne
   Old Thread  #33 13 Jan 2021 at 1.35pm  0  Login    Register
I have both the Helium 3.8 and Thermarest Trail Pro SIMS ... The thermarest is the better quality SIM with better specification but is more money
Glenn_B
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Glenn_B
   Old Thread  #32 13 Jan 2021 at 1.12pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #31
No. I put my Thermarest between my Duralite and zipped on bag layer. Works perfectly.
I think that's what you're on about?
Titty
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Titty
   Old Thread  #31 13 Jan 2021 at 10.50am  0  Login    Register
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Is a SIM only suitable for a Sleeping Bag on top?
Any thoughts on using one with a Bedchair Sleep System not having a Sleeping Bag but Duvet layers where you lay directly on top of the SIM?
oldgeezer
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oldgeezer
Mr Linky Poo
   Old Thread  #30 8 Jan 2021 at 12.21pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #29
No
AndySparks
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   Old Thread  #29 8 Jan 2021 at 7.47am  0  Login    Register
I have an Avid Benchmark X. In the interest of reducing weight and bulk, I’m considering removing the memory foam mattress and replacing with a SIM.
Sensible, effective?
Baitman
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Baitman
   Old Thread  #28 6 Jan 2021 at 3.11pm  0  Login    Register
I have a thermarest 3/4 length and it's ideal.
Id say the 3/4 length is a better option as with a full length the areas of greater body mass will push the air down to the foot end and the air padding wont be as efficient.
The 3/4 sim cushions the shoulder and hip areas better, essential for side sleepers, and will also ensure the main body areas are better supported.
oldgeezer
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oldgeezer
Mr Linky Poo
   Old Thread  #27 6 Jan 2021 at 3.08pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #26
I use it all year initially I bought it for warmth on my back

and was worried in the summer it would be sweaty and wet like the cheap ones but its brilliant and can be used all year
andythrill
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   Old Thread  #26 6 Jan 2021 at 2.48pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #25
Thank mate it just turned up and I can tell it's much better quality than my old one.
Thanks for the recommendation,👍👍
oldgeezer
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oldgeezer
Mr Linky Poo
   Old Thread  #25 6 Jan 2021 at 2.13pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #24
it does underneath my sleeping bag just keep off it for 40 mins or so
andythrill
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   Old Thread  #24 6 Jan 2021 at 1.39pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #14
Will it still self inflate enough under the 2 sleeping bag layers on my sleep system mate
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