I have a RidgeRunner on order. I'm 6'4" tall and at that height, some say, a pad is more comfortable than an underquilt, and it also props you up for a better view. Not sure if that's true, but I'll experiment.
I haven't used a pad in a long time. Inflatable ones always sprung a leak pretty quickly. Is this still the case? Would having it in the RR sleeve protect it and make it last longer? How durable are they, and can they be repaired when they leak?
How well does a foam-type pad work with the RR? Does it add comfort like an inflatable? I hate the idea of strapping something on to my light pack, but want to consider all the options.
I'll probably wind up getting a RR-specific quilt, but maybe it would still work better with a thin pad. Any thin foam pads that wouldn't have to be strapped onto my pack?
What's for sure is that changing to the RidgeRunner is opening a can of worms. It's fun learning about it, but sometimes it seems I'm not any closer to coming to a conclusion than when I started.
Any input greatly appreciated!
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