BUDGET SLEEPING MAT ?? oex flux 5.0 sleeping mat for tent camping.

[@MountainsWithMatt]

Probably one of the best youtubers for giving budget gear reviews! not everyones got an endless pit of money to invest in camping so i love seeing these videos

[@englishwoodsman]

More and more people are turning to budget camping equipment

[@Davidparker90]

he is pointing people to the home-brand from go outdoors that undercuts real brands with cfrap. theyre like amazon. if he doesnt work or is affiliated by them then he's just part of that bnoomer generation that wants cheap crap and doesnt care. its like becoming a macdonalds enthusiast

[@cyrilhaessig27]

@@Davidparker90 It is a bit harsh. If you camp a few times a year or perhaps more regularly but always in fair weather, there is absolutely zero point spending an unnecessary amount of money is there. Yes a Thermarest or an Xped are lovely pieces of kit but they come at a premium.

[@Davidparker90]

@@cyrilhaessig27 just that "amazon killing the world economy" vibe you dont push corporate homebarands, the way you think is destroying the planet.

[@blank-dr2kx]

@@Davidparker90can you buy me a thermarest xlite seems you have more money than everyone else. Cheers

[@chrishamilton2527]

Another honest and meaningful appraisal of OEX kit. If this mattress is teamed with a piece of 3mm closed cell foam from a builders merchant then:- A) R value of approx 5 will be realised B) it won’t slip around on the tent ground sheet C) it will be better protected from ground punctures. I’m often surprised that the slipperiness factor is overlooked - it can often be a challenge to find a flat place to pitch.

[@andynother4900]

Ive used this mat for about a year now.in summer its great but i also used it through this winter paired with a foil backed foam roll mat to bump up the insulation and it kept me nice n warm.its small and light when packed away too.i like it

[@clare1379]

Love all the reviews and info you give us, thank you Dan 👍

[@englishwoodsman]

It's great to show my views new equipment

[@Andrewoutdooradventures1550]

Thanks Dan for a great review video on the sleeping mat my mate is looking for a good sleep mat thanks for the info Dan 👍

[@englishwoodsman]

Thank you for your comment

[@dougdixonhull]

Good video Dan. Will be interesting to see if the r-value really is what it's rated at and if it lasts. It looks very similar to the Trekology UL50, although that had a lower r-value.

[@andym8324]

After watching your videos for a while now I've finally managed to get myself out camping, went to Go Outdoors and bought the matt in this video and a trangia, Jackall 3 etc etc. Thanks for the inspiration, I'm in the New Forest 😊

[@englishwoodsman]

That's fantastic news mate

[@Jameslow2486]

Regatta had a mat £20 in sale, from £80. Seems good to me but its my 1st so van not compare. It comes with pump bag and is 500g

[@englishwoodsman]

Thank you for watching

[@lauriebloggs8391]

Decathlon (Forclaz) do a very good budget mat in various lengths that work for side sleepers of which I am one 100kg and 6'4". £35-£49 dependant on length.

[@bugoutbrad8395]

Right on Dan. Keep those guys, on there toes. They should, change there colours. To earth tones too. Thanks for the review. Cheers 🍻

[@waynebull2111]

Another great review Dan. Looking forward to your next camp 👍

[@desdalzell]

Looking forward to the follow up. What's the R value of your foam pad and which may do you recommend for side sleepers

[@englishwoodsman]

Side sleeper mate ungear kzbin.info/www/bejne/eV6om5x9f9xsqJI

[@robharkness579]

Another very informative review. Cheers Dan . Tbh my head all over the place looking for a good budget Matt . ( first Matt)

[@englishwoodsman]

Oex has just put new ones on there website

[@robharkness579]

Price is my issue. Don’t want to go to mad. Was thinking about £25-£30 give or take a few quid

[@oscartravis5740]

Great review, I bought one this week, looking forward to giving it a test run

[@Martycycleman]

Cheers, Dan, roll on the camping trip.

[@arcticradio]

I got a Vango Aotrom thermal it was on offer much cheaper. R rating 3.2. I also got the normal summer version for half price. Not too bad for side sleeping but could be better. I’m in need of a decent side sleeper mat but not found ‘the one’ yet.

[@mendyviola]

You are my go-to guy for budget camping.

[@iainamurray]

Nice demonstration of Bernoulli's principle!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Maybe bring a pillow for your overnight testing. Supporting the weight of the head and the length of the neck is important for us side-sleepers.

[@englishwoodsman]

Alway have a pillow

[@JediStockTrader]

Ill stick to my trekology ul80 . Very light , very thick. You can make it firm firm or sink into it a little by letting some air out. I like it so much its Been inflated in my bedroom for over 1 yr. I actually prefer it over my own bed on nights I cant sleep.

[@JediStockTrader]

And Yes Im only a side sleeper!

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Ul80 is very comfortable but not reliable I am afraid.

[@englishwoodsman]

I like the ul80 for summer time

[@englishwoodsman]

What about your ungear

[@englishwoodsman]

Yep I side sleep alot

[@paulking2099]

Yes Dan bro good vid as per but did u ever do a vid on the giveaway tent coss I didn’t see it never got an alert for the vid brother

[@peteraitken6494]

Good and honest review Dan as always respect mate 👍👌❤️

[@BCJerbs]

Bet this one would work great in the hammock! That is a winning design on that stuff sack! I have a budget foam mat like the one you laid down of this demo...lol I can't see myself spending 50.00pound on that! Neat idea for sure but not for this Canadian! Thanks for the review! Cheers, Kimmers and Jerbs 👍🏻🇬🇧🔥🔪🔥🇨🇦👍🏻

[@Tom-eq6vo]

Don’t look a bad mat, I use a UL80 for spring and summer months, but did pick up a Vango Trek 3 mat you did a review on before Christmas, really comfortable and 1kg isn’t too bad just wish it had a loop on the carry bag to attach to the outside of my bag because it does take up quite a bit of space, though I do like to take kitchen sink with me during winter months 😂

[@mtbalot]

Like sleeping on a slice of toast, they are all way too thin. Did you ever try using two inflatable sleeping mats? Comfort before safety LOL

[@ProcyonAlpha]

Thanks for the vid. Personally found that my UL80 + insulated Z mat is perfect.

[@Ekdog]

Excellent video, as usual! What is the best mat on the market? I'm looking for a good one for bicycle touring. Cheers.

[@englishwoodsman]

Unigear camfy p3

[@Ekdog]

@@englishwoodsman What's your opinion of the Nemo quasar 3D? I think it was this one

[@justvin7214]

@@Ekdog If you're after the insulated one check out the BA Rapide sl, warmer and 2/3rds the weight.

[@glenpierce777]

Thanks Dan, very informative.

[@brindle2009]

Good informative video Dan thanks for sharing 👍 👏

[@englishwoodsman]

Thank you for watching

[@RobelynJavier2]

Nice expercience and adventure sir be careful always.

[@stephenwilson9469]

Looking good Dan

[@englishwoodsman]

It's OK could be better for side sleepers

[@CoreGam3r_]

What do you do with your budget gear after you have made these videos? Do you sell it anywhere to help others get into wild camping? Im slowly getting kit together for my first wildcamp!

[@harrycheesman1087]

Cool love your channel

[@englishwoodsman]

Thank you

[@marko7969]

Great video Dan

[@skookumjack]

Dan, take a spare trusted mat in the motor just incase it doesn't perform. Nothing worse than a bad night sleep!

[@iainhubbard72]

Hello Dan have you done the draw for the tent yet?

[@englishwoodsman]

No mate still getting people entering BUT ITS VERY SOON

[@stig350]

Do you think that this would work well with the oex cot Dan ? My ul 80 has given up the ghost again lol.

[@StuartThow]

Great review, looks like a good budget air mat 👍

[@dcsflights841]

Just wondering how your getting on with the mat as a side sleaper as its a toss up between this and the unigear p3 for me

[@aodh5966]

I don't like these inflatable matts. If they pop you have a terrible nights sleep. I have a self inflating matt with foam, prefer proper inflatables but not risking a puncture again

[@Thee-_-Outlier]

If they pop you have a patch kit....unless you ride the short bus that is

[@aodh5966]

@@Thee-_-Outlier I didn't bring mine with me. Still it is a hassle to be doing that, I think I'll take the loss of convenience, I can strap my matt outside my bag

[@englishwoodsman]

It is alway a big problem

[@Thee-_-Outlier]

@@aodh5966 both solutions work. That said IMHO you lose some insulation, comfort and packability with the foam pads so a patch kit isn't a huge hassle when I consider those things

[@maxturner3604]

Hi, may seem a dumb question but does the insulation sheet that people put under the mattress have to be as wide as the mattress or not? The reason i ask is because the mattress i want is 76cm which is wide but i don't really want to carry a double insulating sheet if a single is ok

[@chriswarren4546]

Who won the tent competition dan

[@englishwoodsman]

I am doing a video soon mate .

[@chriswarren4546]

@@englishwoodsman great

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Not really thick enough for side sleeping really. Also what insulation does it have to get that R number?

[@englishwoodsman]

I will get back to you soon

[@englishwoodsman]

The OEX Flux 1.5 is a camping sleeping mat made of durable Nylon ripstop fabric, which is resistant to tearing and abrasions. Its aesthetic triangular baffle design not only promotes high levels of insulation but comfort as well. It also comes with a drawstring carry bag, which makes it easy to pack and transport. The Flux 3 has an R-value of 2.9, which means that it provides insulation suitable for 4 seasons, meaning it’s suitable to use all year round but not below freezing. An R-value indicates that the OEX Flux sleeping mat will keep you reasonably comfortable in cold temperatures above freezing, but it may not provide enough warmth for sub-zero conditions.

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

@@englishwoodsman Well if its just the shape the are relying on for insulation, rather than some sort of filling, I am calling them out on the R rating. Also it would need to be at least an R of 5 to be a winter mat. It would be interesting on how they come up with that number. Doubt it has been tested by one of the official regulators. 🤔🤔

[@englishwoodsman]

@@jim-bob-outdoors I will see what oex says mate

[@kennethwilson8633]

Your getting older and heavier buy a small cot and you will be happy on your back or side. Have fu stay safe

[@englishwoodsman]

On long hiking trips a cot is not the best idea

[@whoami1654]

Did you do another video on how you got in camping with this?

[@englishwoodsman]

I have used it aboutb4 times now and it's good 👍

[@whoami1654]

Awesome thank you for replying ☺️

[@stephenlambert9826]

Absolutely no way that has an r rating of 3,it’s got no ASTM rating so I’d guess it’s a 2 at best.i reckon it will be fairly comfortable though!I’ve got the traverse imx(yellow) and for how thin it is I e had good sleeps on it BUT it doesn’t hold air all night long and can I hell find a leek on it which is weird,I e covered it in soapy water and dunked it in the bath and not one bubble has come from it 😂

[@sergeiz.5815]

Looks fancy 😊when i was in the army we used a rock for a pillow and tree branches for a mat😅😂oh and cooked our mre's in our helmets 😊

[@JimmyJimmyEnglish]

Comfortness 😂 took me ages to type that due to spellcheck 😂

[@englishwoodsman]

😂😍😂😂

[@painkillermoore2664]

Yer I like that

[@Martycycleman]

Well done Dan£300

[@leewallis3701]

Is £50 really a budget price for a sleep mat ? I need one for me and the Mrs so that's £100 just on sleep mats ?

[@Rightbyme]

Yes sure is.. a thermarest will cost £160 +

[@terrytwotoes3225]

Sponsors should embrace negative reviews and learn from them

[@tonysutton6559]

It might be ok for thinner side sleepers but, unfortunately, I am not qualified to help you to test that 😉.

[@sunmoon91]

How do I deflate it please

[@englishwoodsman]

Open the valve

[@MyScottyboy1]

300th thumbs up. Claim to fame.

[@sahhull]

Honest reviews for cheap kit. I still prefer to watch the camp vids.

[@bobhead6243]

🙂👍

[@englishwoodsman]

👍👍👍👍

[@lansdorf]

Bit expensive I've bought mats for £20 and they've been good.

[@jamesdobson5022]

£50 cheap ???

[@Randomisrory]

More importantly does it support your knees ! 🤭

[@jaycearoo]

Your sponsored by OEX 🗽

[@rossontinternet]

No he’s not, and anyway, Its You’re

[@englishwoodsman]

Nope

[@jaycearoo]

@@rossontinternet lol, it's just an ongoing joke!

[@jaycearoo]

@@englishwoodsman Not you too Norah batties tights, it's been a ongoing joke since forever now and when you mention it I'm just gonna play ball broskie!

[@Dandroid5000]

One important point that you didn't cover.....(or maybe I missed?!).......how easily does it deflate and pack away!

[@h3ntaihunt3r]

Doesn't look the comfiest but let us know how it goes 😊

[@angelswithdirtyfaces1]

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