[pct-l] Sleeping pads

[dnielsen at djmurphycompany.com]

David - I am somewhat familiar with the Exped pad and would love to have one
in the pack.  I have not been able to get past the weight issue on the pad
for 3 season hiking. I agree 100% on the value of a good nights sleep.  I am
going to try and find a lighter way to make that happen 1st but ultimately
you have got to be able to sleep. Not going to rule out anything at the
moment. 

 

Thanks for the info.  Dave

 

 

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From: dnlcyclone at aol.com [mailto:dnlcyclone at aol.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2011 9:19 AM
To: dnielsen at djmurphycompany.com
Subject: Sleeping pads

 


My name is David Liechty, I work at Midwest Mountaineering (an outdoor
retailer) in Minneapolis, and my wife and I aren't in your age bracket, but
we like a comfortable pad, also.  I would unequivocally advocate Exped
sleeping pads.  Go to www.exped.com, and you can look at their entire range
of pads.  Yes, they are heavier than therm-a-rests and Ridge Rests...but
they are comfortable, durable, and well constructed.  My wife and I
generally espouse a ultralight mentality, but we also know that we've lost
plenty of sleep tossing and turning on a pad that is neither insulating or
comfortable.  Getting a good night's sleep significantly reduces fatigue,
muscle stress and overall health on the trail.  Trust me, when you buy an
Exped, you'll never go back.  Hope to see you on the trail, 

 

David Liechty