Vango Comfort 10cm Double Sleeping Mat Black

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New 2024 update - now part of the caring choice range, the polyester is solution dyed which is a process that reduces water in the manufacturing process, less emissions used to create the end product but allows the colour to be longer lasting and less prone to fading. A value for money double mat In use, the comfort is very good indeed, and provides just enough support for up to around 15 stone in weight. If more support is needed then air can be blown into the top valve – this makes the top surface more taut, but less comfortable. Use a 50:50 white vinegar and water mix to safely disinfect your self inflating sleeping mattress. Then sprinkle with bicarbonate of soda and leave for a few days to remove the smell. At Camping Secrets we often like to highlight niche products we uncover which accomplish a task in a clever way, whilst maintaining quality and value. The 3rd generation IForrest Sleeping Pad accomplishes this task extremely successfully. Give the mat a good hose down and leave in the sunshine to completely dry. The sun should naturally bleach out any stains.

Both camping mats and camping SIMs can also be used on top of a camp bed or ‘cot’ (as the Americans say) for more of a bed-like experience. This also helps stop the heat escape problem which lying on the ground can incur. Unlike a standard inflatable mattress or air bed, a camping mat doesn’t require a pump to fill it with air. Sleeping mats also provide better insulation, as they offer a solid layer between your sleeping bag and the ground, rather than air alone. Camping mats are much easier to transport than a camp bed or air bed, so they are a great option for hiking camping trips. Once at home, sleeping mats are best stored inflated with the valve left open. If they are left compressed, this can shorten the lifespan of the foam.In this article we concentrate on our experience and recommendations for the choice of best self inflating mattress, and so the size and weight of the product is of less concern than how comfortable it is and how well it stays inflated etc. There are two valves on the mattress. The second valve can be manually blown up which elevates the head area for a make-shift pillow, but that’s completely optional and up to you so feel free to experiment! A sleeping bag is one of the most important features of your camping sleeping kit, so make sure yours is up to the job. Decathlon has a great range of high-quality sleeping bags for adults and children. Choose from lightweight 1 and 2 season sleeping bags for warmer nights, 3 and 4 season sleeping bags for cooler evenings and 5 season sleeping bags for extremely cold climates. With the right sleeping bag and a good quality camping mat, you can look forward to a comfortable and restful night. When looking for the best self inflating camping mat, there are a few features to look out for. To find the most comfortable and best performing sleeping mat, you could choose one with the following:

Dimensions are solid at 200 x 76 x 15cm for the ‘Grande’ size which is slightly wider than a conventional single – we appreciate Vango’s dedication in constantly supplying 200cm (6ft7) length mattresses instead of cutting cost by reducing too much. However a low R-Value (<2) could mean you end up getting cold in the night. Inflatable air mattresses which are essentially big air balloons which you sleep on have notoriously low R-values and are no good at all for sleeping on in winter or autumn.

Need help finding the perfect self inflating air camping mat? Or want to know more about how they work? This handy guide covers everything from what’s on offer to how to repair them.