Exped Downmat 7 - Field Test & Review - Includes Repair

[@paulhease1007]

would be nice if you showed us how to fold up the pad back int bag mate!

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

Lol, yeah that is a bit of a challenge!

[@TheWalkingKev]

Nice mat, I've got the Synmat ultralight, it is really good, but a fraction narrow. I've used it in cold weather and on my last camp on it did feel a little cold so this mat is probably a lot warmer.

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

Cheers Kev that's good to know 👍😁

[@DesGreene]

Hi Karl.Definitely worth investing in a decent sleeping mat. The only cheaper ones I've tried that are any use for backpacking are the slimmer self inflating ones. I have a Vango one. But they don't have as high an R value as the Downmat, and are a bit heavier and bulkier. One of the most important pieces of kit though, and I think people hate spending on something that can fail so easily 😁

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

I'm inclined to agree and that's always been my philosophy about spending money on mats. Imagine my disappointment when this one deflated on me and I found a hole in it! However I am glad I've been able to repair it :)

[@Useaname]

Nice one. Thank you

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

You're welcome 👍😊

[@hoohargh9945]

And do u travel with all that gear in the car or walking ? Also.. have you tested out any other self inflating, 10cm thicker, mattresses 😃?

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

I'm no long distance hiker. Generally it's by car so far then a shortish walk to the pitch point. However I also carry loads on my kayaks and the great thing about that is, a bit like a car, you can take heavier gear. I haven't tried any thicker mats other than the Trekology UL140 😁👍

[@hoohargh9945]

@@MoreThanJustaCleaner ooh Kayaks ! In a dry bag or just strapped across, slimmer vehicle and exposed ....?🤨 ..Thanks for replying 😄

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

@@hoohargh9945 inflatable... They're in my videos 👍😊

[@ashtonwoodturnings225]

Duck down, 😥

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

I know, I know!

[@bradmorethanjustacleanertopfan]

😁

[@MoreThanJustaCleaner]

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