[pct-l] Sleeping pads

[John Abela]

Hey Dave,

I bought an Exped DownMat 7 (regular) a while back and set it up (indoors)
to test out.

It is way more comfortable than my NeoAir - but waaaaaaaaaay heavier. -- 32
ounces verses 9 ounces.

If you'd like it... check out my gear for sale list.

https://spreadsheets0.google.com/ccc?authkey=CLCE2LAO&hl=en&key=trWSvCoee8ITs9VKrZRcm4g&hl=en&authkey=CLCE2LAO

I gotta sale some of this stuff... badly need to buy some different gear...



On Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 4:32 PM, <dnielsen at djmurphycompany.com> wrote:

> 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
>
> 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
>