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Get a good nights rest even when sleeping outdoors on one of these comfortable air mattresses for camping.
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We also paid special attention to the mattresses' R-Value, a measurement for insulation.
Naps were had, weights were used, and sweat broke to set up and break down each mattress.
We wish the valve had a deflate latch to prevent air from coming in while rolling the mattress up.
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We could roll around and lay on our sides without any body parts touching the floor.
Its quite a bit heavier than our best overall pick.
The mattress also comes with a handy pump sack to top off the bed for the desired stiffness.
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However, we had no issues carrying it around in the included stuff sack.
Its not as supportive as other mattresses we tried.
The air release valve makes it a simple process to deflate and fold up the mattress.
It was difficult to set it up and break down.
On the flipside, we think this Nemo double mattress is worth every pretty penny.
We could feel the ground beneath us when we kneeled on the mattress.
While laying on the mattress, we felt that it provided enough support for comfort despite its thinner design.
We kept weights on the mattress overnight and didnt notice any shrinkage.
Its very heavy at 16 pounds and is difficult to break down.
Otherwise, youll definitely want another person nearby to help with set up and break down.
It requires some extra effort to inflate and deflate the mattress.
However, it was easy to refill again in the morning.
It may deflate slightly overnight.
If you primarily enjoy car camping, youll want to try the Luno Air+Foam Pro Car Mattress.
Its incredibly comfortable to sleep on and absorbs movement really well.
(Sorry, tent.)
We made sure to measure the mattresses before and after the nighttime test to compare the dimensions.
Youll also want to pay attention to how heavy the mattress is if you plan on hiking with it.
This will matter less if youre driving to a campsite.
Sometimes accidents happen and your air mattress might get a hole it happens.
The measurement for insulation in air mattresses is referred to as R-Value.
Values closer to five or higher will be better for winter camping when the temperatures drop.
Anything in between is good for all seasons.Sleeping bagscan also give you extra warmth.
It has plenty of support for your neck and back, regardless of how you sleep.
Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket:This portable option features a poncho style with plenty of room in the sleeves.
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