Cutting down a Therm-a-Rest Z Lite

[gbolt]

Thanks Countrybois, A picture is worth a thousand words and shows a great comparison of the two pads.

[jdy98p]

Actually, the pad is slightly thicker. Here are some comparison photos.


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I think i like the idea of having a slightly larger seat with a cut up pad. And cheaper for the number i can get out of a single pad. Thanks for the pics.


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[Countrybois]

I think i like the idea of having a slightly larger seat with a cut up pad. And cheaper for the number i can get out of a single pad. Thanks for the pics.


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That was the reason I got the pad as well. I think I will end up using 3 or 4 sections for a sit pad/ insulation in my camp chair and the using the rest to cut a torso length pad for taking on hikes when I may be forced go to ground.

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[jdy98p]

That was the reason I got the pad as well. I think I will end up using 3 or 4 sections for a sit pad/ insulation in my camp chair and the using the rest to cut a torso length pad for taking on hikes when I may be forced go to ground.

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Would this be a good pad to use with a 3/4 UQ under my feet? It looks like the ones most people use are the thinner pads.


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[Countrybois]

I wouldn't be the one to answer this as I haven't used a 3/4 UQ.

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[OlTrailDog]

Would this be a good pad to use with a 3/4 UQ under my feet? It looks like the ones most people use are the thinner pads.


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Either the z-lite or ridge rest will work. It sort of depends on what you plan on doing with it when it isn't in the hammock. That is, the z-lite folds smaller up for storage, but the ridge rest makes a better seat and pack liner. Then again, it is very doable to use extraneous clothing for insulation too, e.g. camp jacket. Then again, I have not used one of the thinner specialty pads because the TR pads are cheaper and easily obtainable at thrift stores and second hand gear stores.

[muzzo909]

Do a google search for z lite irregular. You can get one for $10-$15 less that have a slight blemish. Perfect for cutting up!


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[jdy98p]

Do a google search for z lite irregular. You can get one for $10-$15 less that have a slight blemish. Perfect for cutting up!


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Looks like the irregular version has been discontinued and/or is sold out everywhere. Thanks for the tip, though.


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[Countrybois]

I saw some regular z-lites(not sol) at our local WM clearanced for $9.99.

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[jdy98p]

I saw some regular z-lites(not sol) at our local WM clearanced for $9.99.

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Whoa. May need to check that out today. Does the sol reflective material add that much warmth?


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