Airbed Inflatable
Posted in Bed Comforter Sets on 02/28/2004 09:03 am by admin
Which is warmest when camping, an airbed, a camp bed or a camping mat?
By airbed, I obviously mean one of those inflatable things, costs about a tenner from argos
A camp bed is one of the things with a metal frame, sits about a foot off the ground
And a camping mat is the thick foam thing
Opinions and reasoning please, this debate is dividing my family!!!
I used to sell gear and also taught backpacking and winter mountaineering so I can give you the real scoop (I’ve also slept out on all of the items you’ve described at various times.) What makes you cold is air circulating beneath you or no insulation at all. The cheap air mattress will allow cold from the ground to transfer to your body — it is the LEAST warm option. The camping cot, with no mattress, will give you the same effect: cold air circulation under your bum. The warmest way to sleep out is with a Closed-Cell foam pad under you — not the squishy, sponge like open-cell foam, but a pad made of foam that has air bubbles trapped in it that wont circulate cold. A thin layer of closed-cell (like 3/8″ to 1/2″ ensolite) with a 2″ or 3″ layer over it of open-cell foam for more comfort, is what experienced wilderness campers and mountaineers use. I once slept out in a tent at almost 40 degrees below zero during an arctic storm in the White Mountains with a 1/2″ closed cell pad and dual down and synthetic mummy bag system and was comfortably warm all night.
And using a large roomy bag will NOT keep you warmer than a mummy shaped bag. You want as little air space around you as possible to stay the warmest. Don’t get a rectangular bag unless you are absolutely sure you’ll have claustrophobia in a mummy (most people don’t) . And do NOT use a waterproof bag. Ever try sleeping in a plastic garbage sack or a rain slicker? You will end up sweating and chilled.
By the way. one economical source of closed cell pads, if you are put off by the prices in the camping shops, is many of the styles of bare, thin foam yoga practice mats that you can buy for under 10 quid at places like TJ Maxx (I think they call it TK Maxx in the UK?). To add a little comfort on top of that insulating layer, you can pick up an “egg crate” type open cell foam mattress pad for about the same price — get a double bed size and cut it in half for two sleeping mats a good size for camping. The biggest drawback is that they will tend to absorb water. Closed cell doesn’t absorb water — another big benefit of using it in camp.
But if you are mostly doing summer camping in a cottage or caravan park and it never goes below freezing at night, you would likely be OK no matter what you slept on.
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Intex Comfort Frame Airbed Camping Inflatable Mattress Kit Queen Air Bed $999.00 |
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10 X QUEEN SIZED RAISED INFLATABLE AIR BED MATTRESS w/ PUMP / CAMPING 80×60x18 $499.00 |
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6 X QUEEN SIZED RAISED INFLATABLE AIR BED MATTRESS w/ PUMP / CAMPING 80×60x18 $330.00 |
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AeroBed Elevated Mini Headboard Inflatable Air Bed Mattress Twin / Full / Queen $249.95 |
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AeroBed Elevated Mini Headboard Inflatable Air Bed Mattress Twin / Full / Queen $199.95 |
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New Areobed Queen PREMIUM air bed inflatable mattress camping (Guest Room) $138.71 |
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AeroBed Elevated Mini Headboard Inflatable Air Bed Mattress Twin / Full / Queen $149.95 |
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AeroBed Elevated Mini Headboard Inflatable Air Bed Mattress Twin / Full / Queen $149.95 |
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Coleman King Quickbed Combo with Pump Airbed Inflatable Bed Mattress $142.00 |
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Coleman Queen Quickbed Air Mattress Combo with Pump Airbed Inflatable $132.73 |
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Smart Air Beds Raised Cross Beam Flocked Inflatable Mattress with AC Pump, Bag a $139.70 |
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Smart Air Beds Deluxe Flock Top Raised Inflatable Air Bed Mattress $139.00 |
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King Smart Air Beds Deluxe Flock Top Raised Inflatable Air Bed Mattress $139.00 |
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Coleman King Sized Quickbed with Wrap N Roll Storage Camping Airbed Inflatable $131.09 |
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Simmons Beautyrest MM00117TW Air Mattress Express Bed XL $59.99 Give your guests a comfortable night’s rest with the MM00117TW extra large twin Express Bed by Simmons. Enjoy longer length that prevents your feet from hanging off the end of the mattress; and the compact width that doesn’t take-up a lot of space. The powerful, hands-free express pump inflates and deflates the mattress making both setup and cleanup a breeze. The premium velveteen reinforced to… |
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Air Tek Good Vibrations Inflatable Massage Bed (Queen Size) $129.99 Imagine coming home from a long stressful day of work or school and receiving a relaxing spa-like massage. Now you can have that…everyday with the Air Tek Good Vibrations Inflatable Massaging Queen Size Air Bed. Perfect for yourself or as a gift! The Air Tek Good Vibrations Inflatable Massaging Queen Size Air Bed features six built-in massage heads positioned in three zones to relieve stress … |
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Intex Pillow Rest Queen Airbed with Built-in Electric Pump $38.99 Offering all the benefits of the Intex Raised Downy airbed but with the added advantage of lighter weight and mid-rise height, the Intex Pillow Rest queen inflatable airbed is ideal for travelers who want the comforts of a bed but the convenience of a blow-up mattress. The Pillow Rest is equipped with a quality-tested, 20.8-gauge waterproof flocked top, along with 15-gauge vinyl beams and 16-gauge… |
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Intex Deluxe Pillow Rest Rising Comfort Twin $31.72 Deluxe Pillow Rest Bed includes built in pump. Adjust to any level of firmness with the touch of a button. Inflates in 2 minutes. Mattress top is raised 16-3/4″ from the floor for convenience…. |
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Intex Classic Downy Queen Airbed with 2 Pillows and Double Quick Hand Pump $26.26 With plush flocking on the top, this Queen-sized Intex Classic Downy airbed provides a more luxurious sleeping surface and helps keep bedding from slipping. And this package includes two inflatable pillows and a hand pump. Crafted with durable heavy gauge vinyl, the cozy flocked top cleans easily and is waterproofed for camping use. It’s equipped with a quality-tested, 20.8-gauge waterproof flocke… |
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AC Electric Air Pump for Inflatable Mattresses Boats Toys Most types of Inflatables Description: Take away the fuss of inflatables with this high performance AC Electric Air Pump . 120V connection so you can plus it anywhere at home. Complete with 3 valve adaptors, you can pump up inflatable mattresses, pools, boats, toys and much more in seconds! Specifications: Input Voltage:AC120V/50HZ Input power:DC4.5V/200MA pressure:4400±150pa Wind Flow:470L/min Weight: 1.5lb Note:… |
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AC 120V Electric Air Pump with 3 Nozzles Description: Take away the fuss of inflatables with this high performance AC Electric Air Pump . 120V connection so you can plus it anywhere at home. Complete with 3 valve adaptors, you can pump up inflatable mattresses, pools, boats, toys and much more in seconds! Specifications: Input Voltage:AC120V/50HZ Input power:DC4.5V/200MA pressure:4400±150pa Wind Flow:470L/min Weight: 1.5lb Note:… |
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Intex Pillow Rest Twin Airbed with Built-in Electric Pump $36.94 Luxurious Intex Twin Raised Air Bed self – inflates in under 2 minutes flat! A genuine slice of heaven for all the comforts of home! This rises to a full 18 1/2″h. for the feeling of sleeping on a “real bed” without compromising easy transport. An excess supply means you sleepwalk into savings! Built-in Fast Fill electric pump inflates / deflates quickly; Easily adjusts for more or less firmness; … |
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SuperbAir Full Size Bed with AC 7200 Pump $149.99 The SuperbAir Full Size Bed with AC 7200 pump is perfect for vacations, camping, guests, and more. This bed fully inflates quickly, going from flat to fab in less than 2 minutes. A remote inflation unit offers personal firmness control, as well. The bed is lined with an ultra-comfortable velvet sleep surface made from K80 PVC. Deflates quickly using a quick-release air valve. A storage bag is… |
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