So I'm looking for cheap bottom insulation that's good for low to mid 50s (F) weather. I can't afford an underquilt at the moment so I'm looking for a pad. Something just to knock off the chill. What does everyone recommend? Inflatable or CCF? And what dimensions seem to work the best?
I made my first insulation from Reflux from Lowes. It came in 2' wide so I used the aluminum tape to make it a little wider. Worked good until I could get an underquilt.
The good old blue pad at your local Walmart is the cheapest way to go.
Straight out of Clayton.
Most physical hike: Grandfather Mountain, NC. Aug 13.
I don't need to make my pack lighter. I need to make my (_*_) lighter.
I'll offer this up.
When I used pads I preferred my Thermarest Prolite underinflated.
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I've heard a lot of people say that they aren't quite wide enough.Originally Posted by Tacoma96
The SPE or HotSpot will help.....http://www.rei.com/product/830279/en...ng%7Cmain%7CNB
Wings will keep the shoulder warm.
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When I can afford it, I'm looking at the Jarbridge River UQ. What is the general consensus on it? Anyone have experience with it?
Yeah it is not wide I think about 20 inches.
Straight out of Clayton.
Most physical hike: Grandfather Mountain, NC. Aug 13.
I don't need to make my pack lighter. I need to make my (_*_) lighter.
Have you considered a PLUQ (Poncho Liner Under Quilt)?
I'm in the process of making 2 myself, b/c I can't afford a "real" underquilt. Total cost is under $50 each.
It's probably the best bang for your buck uq. It's good down to the 20* but you'll probably need a small pad for your feet since it's 3/4. It packs down pretty well from what I've seen. Looks like it's the same size as a 1 gallon bottle stuff and probably smaller compressed.
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