Deep Dive into Backpacking Sleep Comfort w/ Justin Outdoors

[@carver5040]

Winter sleep system deep dive would be really great considering we’re coming into the colder months now

[@alexispbm]

❄️Winter sleep System ! TY as always ❄️

[@haydenwalton2766]

yep, I think you're bang on justin. i use a bag with no down insulation on the bottom (BA anvil horn), so it was important I use a mat with excellent insulation. I did my homework and went with the exped R5 synthetic because I thought it would trap warm air better than many other methods.

[@bihlygoat]

I’d like to see reviews of winter tents (wind and snow load worthy)

[@billb5732]

Excellent detail about dimples. Thanks. For neck support, I like an inflatable wrap-around pillow that wraps my neck. It moves with me, and gives me the right support whether on my back or my side.

[@stevemartin8994]

Deep dive into sleeping bags versus quilts. Of the quilts, which do you like best and why, quilt straps.

[@seana7251]

Great episode, Justin. I'd love to see an adventure video on backcountry ski camping. Not a traverse, per se, but going out to catch some lines and also camping out for a night or two.

[@bihlygoat]

I second that! I’ve only done it once but want some tips.

[@Ryan-1337]

My vote is for must take winter gear for winter trips

[@AdventureswithWillem]

Hi Justine great podcast. I have had a diferent experiences to comfort re baffling system to you. I am a side sleeper like your self and have owend and slept on logitude baffles (Exped) Horizontal ( thermarest) and dimples (S2S Etherlight). I have found them all about the same when it comes to comfort. Only differences I have noted was durability. So far the Thermarest is the best. Exped blew baffles and S2S material deteriorated and leaked over.

[@harrybaldwin3]

Really great breakdown. Love the in the weeds technical stuff. I also would love to hear a winter sleep system breakdown

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

Just spent a week camping in the Rockies and I chilled before sleeping listening to your podcasts Justin!

[@JoshM11]

A few others already mentioned it but a deep dive into winter sleep system would be awesome!

[@CollinLG]

Upper Kananaskis is a great Lake, very enjoyable to run around it!

[@unightie]

5. Interruptions! Having to pee is a BIG interruption to sleep Justin - as you know. That’s why I keep harping about Unightie because it MINIMIZES those interruptions. You gotta try it.

[@LKNBoneDoc]

Love your channel - just found it, and am making my way through. I really appreciate your thought process and honest takes/reviews. And your accent - sounds like home to this Minnesotan. 😂

[@retiredpd]

Maybe the sleeping pad should be inside the sleeping bag offering the protection of the sleeping bag itself. Of course the sleeping pad and the sleeping bag would have to be sized correctly to work together. Just my two cents 😊😊

[@drytool]

Love that you're doing this podcast. Now you are satisfying 2 of my needs!!

[@frstesiste7670]

Interesting topic and I've nothing against anything said in the video. Just remember that what it takes to get a good night's sleep is very individual so experiment before buying.

[@stephenelderkin5022]

I am using the NeoAir Xtherm rectangular sleeping pad. It is very warm but I find it difficult to get comfortable as I am a side sleeper and the pressure points on my hips and shoulders is unberarable. My arms also keep falling asleep.

[@slozim420]

Hey Justin, thanks for the video. I always enjoy hearing your perspective on gear. Wondering if you would take time to talk about the viability of going completely closed cell foam. I'm currently experimenting with that after having trouble with inflatable pads. Trouble being durability, loudness, and sharing a tent with a dog. I know ccf pads are widely regarded as not comfy in their own - and I agree. Im trying out adding a 1/4" foam pad and finding that it really helps. I'm trying it with the nemo switchback and the exped flexmat plus. The flexmat is known for feeling "pokey" due to the thickness of the pad, but the 1/4" foam mat helps with that a ton. Id like to try trimming it to torse length to cut weight. Anyway, is this something youve tested much? Or are you sold on inflatables for every trip?

[@slozim420]

To add to that, I'm using a thermarest compressible foam pillow, medium. I find that I just prefer foam over inflatables for both the bed and head.

[@Pattower]

Would love to see Big Agnes on the podcast.

[@davidc6775]

How did I just find out about your podcast?

[@JoannaLuisi]

I have the Nemo Tensor, and recently bought/tried the Meetpeak 5 inch inflatable pad from Amazon. I sleep terribly on both, and I think it’s because too much air makes it too firm for my hips and ribs (I can only sleep on my side unless I’m in a hammock) and too little air means my hips hit the ground. I do have a medical/genetic condition that contributes to connective tissue and joint issues, but there has to be a workable option out there for me. I’m wondering about using two inflatable pads stacked, and holding them together with my quilt straps and pillow shock cord. At this point I’m willing to go above my 16lb base weight if it means sleeping better. Do you have any suggestions?

[@gearprioritypodcast]

The Sea to Summit Comfort Plus Sleeping Pad might be the ticket for you! It's heavy but insanely effective.

[@JoannaLuisi]

@@gearprioritypodcast thank you! The insulated air version or the self-inflating one? I never thought I’d be desperate enough to carry a 2-4+ pound pad, but here I am.😂

[@KboxLabs]

What a coincidence. Just watched this while packing for spending a night at Upper lake! You've mentioned the REI Helix a few times recently, and in looking at the BA Rapide SL, there appears to be some similarities. At face value, it appears the REI Helix appears to win out, being warmer and cheaper, while being similar weight and comfort. If you've used the Rapide before, do you have any input on comparing the two?

[@jadenm]

I use the Rapide SL and am a side sleeper. I love this bad. Enough room for my arms to rest on the pad. Im 6ft and use their 25x78. I would not go shorter for my height.

[@jays7318]

If sleep comfort is the topic, why aren't hammocks covered here? Many people, including me, experienced their best comfort when they switched to hammock camping with a long enough hammock and underquilt.

[@gearprioritypodcast]

what's a hammock?

[@jays7318]

@@gearprioritypodcast🤣

[@bozhidarstanimirov643]

Didn't My life outdoors come to the same conclusion with the freezer video? 😃

[@gearprioritypodcast]

Him and I have been exchanging notes on this for over a year now.

[@MattyOutdoors]

I don't think a tent only backpacker is qualified to talk backcountry sleeping comfort...