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Quote: Originally posted by celtic_gothette on 05/6/2006

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Quote: Originally posted by Gilyan on 05/6/2006

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What do people think of putting one of those shiny space blankets under the airbed/sleepmat? Do you think it would help keep warmer?

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If it is a thermarest there is no need (no I am not sponsered lol) Underneath an airbed they make a huge difference. A firend who is a paramedic gave me some when I was still using airbeds and they were superb.

Still not as good as a thermarest though lol

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Definately a Thermorest but it needs one of those PVC backed picnic blankets beneath and a woollen blanket like a travel rug on top.

Take care

R

Quote: Originally posted by Rik Brooks on 06/6/2006

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Definately a Thermorest but it needs one of those PVC backed picnic blankets beneath and a woollen blanket like a travel rug on top.

Take care

R

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I didn't have room to take a picnic blanket last time I camped and I didn't miss it. My sleeping bag is good for -10 so definately have never needed a blanket on top.

I really think that if you have a good sleeping bag then you don't need additional blankets to keep warm. If you do then you have the wrong sleeping bag. I don't have the luxury of car space so have had to learn what really works using the minimum amount of space. I like to be comfortable though and can't sleep if I am at all cold. Since having the thermarest I have been able to ditch my one time must have.....bed socks

Do you think we are convincing anyone Liz?

I really can't believe the difference a little bit of inflatable foam has made to my sleep while camping.

I know there are similar cheaper brands out there but in this case you really know that every penny is worthwhile. Lifetime guarantee is good too.

Which one do you have Liz? I have the base camp. I like that they even do ones specifically for women with extra insulation where we need it.

Hi Celtic Gothette

We've had ours for about four years now, they've since updated the range to include a lot more models. We have the old "standard" models. So full length and nowt fancy. We use them loads, both for camping and staying with friends etc. No sign of any wear yet. I'm gutted when I get home - our bed isn't as comfy (and that's a good quality orthopedic job!).

Liz

we bought a aero bed camping bed and tried it out last weekend on our first camping trip of the year.  It held air wonderfully, never needed to pump it up again over the 3 nights which we usually have to do.  nice and firm.

the portable charger means we can blow it up in the tent, not by the car.  as long as we remember to charge it up before hand and don't forget it it should be okay.  :-)

Liz

I sent an email to thermarest just saying how I think they are fab and had a lovely reply from A Tina O'Flynn who is sending me a set of those mattress couple kits. I didn't even ask for one just asked if they were thinking of bringing out a double (it was sent before you told me about the kits)

So not only superb to sleep on but awesome customer services

I didn't realise they were the same company!

I use one of those on the motorbike when I am on a long journey to help stop dehydration!

In my top 10 of companies I reckon if not top full stop  

Double Coleman dual chamber airbed with roll up thermal mat underneath, very comfortable and thermal mat keeps cold out.