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    Sleeping Pads

    We have an updated line at EXPED this year. Ultra and Dura would the two I'd focus on. Pick the r-value you need 3, 5, or 7/8 and then pick your size. Bonus for this year, the LW is the same price as the Medium! Stock is just now starting to arrive so you'll see it on our site and at retailer...
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    30-06 what grain to use for Mulies

    my 06 shoots 150gr Horndady SST best. Took a while and a lot money to figure that out. Last two deer dropped in their tracks
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    Air mattress alternative

    EXPED MegaMat, your wife and dog will both thank you. They utilize foam and air which helps to eliminate the "bounce" effect when someone rolls or moves. On top of that, your air mat has 0 insulation, MegaMat will get you an 8.1. https://www.expedusa.com/collections/basecamp-mats
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    Latest/Greatest Sleeping Pad

    If you want rectangle then get the SynMat UL Winter r5 (or DownMat UL Winter for max Rvalue = r7).
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    Sitka Kelvin Aerolite Sleeping Bag ?

    I'll one up you with a 700+ fill and Pertex Quantum shell. https://www.expedusa.com/collections/sleeping-bags/products/dreamwalker-pro-24 Looking for something more traditional, check out our Comfort line of bags. We've been doing the DreamWalker for years, prior to that it was called the...
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    Truck camping sleeping pad

    Another vote for the EXPED MegaMat. Or if you want to save a few bucks for an extra tank of gas, the DeepSleep 7.5 is a solid option as well. Both come in MW (26x72) and LXW (30x78) sizes depending on truck bed size.
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    X Wide Sleeping pad 38"-40" ish?

    I'm not sure anything with the length requirement actually exists. We (EXPED) makes the MegaMat Duo M or the DeepSleep Duo M, but they are 72"x40", so they fall short of your height requirement but exceed the width you are after. MegaMat Lite LXW is ~32" wide, probably the widest single person...
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    thermarest Z-lite/nemo switchback pad question

    If you value sleep, comfort, and recovery you'll stick with an airmat and get a CCF to place under your foam mat for additional R-Value and protection. If you enjoy waking up stiff, sore, and beat up then go ahead and sleep on the CCF.
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    Backpacking newbie. Gear questions

    Any mat brand worth buying will have an ASTM rating for their R-Value - this means that their R-Value is certified, 3rd party. Same goes for sleeping bags and their EN Rating, again this is 3rd party rated. Currently for mats EXPED, Thermarest, Sea To Summit, Nemo, and Big Agnes all use ASTM for...
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    Tent Light?

    Another vote for the Luci. Packs flat, small, lightweight, bright, and solar recharge
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    One sleeping system fora beginner.

    Buy once cry once. Everyone has a budget, but by the best you can afford and upgrade as you see fit. Good gear costs money, and if you buy right the first time, you wont have to continue coming back asking questions about what to get next. Sleep is a huge portion of your trip and helps in...
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    Therm-a-rest, Nemo, Sea to Summit- Another comparison..

    I'm pretty confident the reputable brands will submit the truth for their rating. EXPED has been independently tested since 2001, the founder has been pushing for an industry standardization since that time. If a brand is unwilling to test to ASTM standards, that is where I'd be hesitant in...
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    Therm-a-rest, Nemo, Sea to Summit- Another comparison..

    SynMat Winterlite HL MW - ASTM certified R5 3.5" thick, perfect year round mat. The big brands all have their mats independently certified for R-Value - big brands being EXPED, Nemo, Big Agnes, Thermarest, Sea To Summit. Keep that in mind during your shopping
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    Home Gym what should I get?

    I picked up my squat rack late November including bar and plates from Fringe sport. My only regret is getting the squat stand rather than a cage. I feel like storage options on the cage plus stability with pull ups, etc is better on a cage. Free shipping and they had gear in stock, which was a...
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    Best hydration products???

    Nuun and Scratch are my go to choices when I want some flavor and electrolytes in my water for running, cycling, and backcountry trips. Nuun is super convenient for the backcountry. I've also felt that the Daily Nuun has done a damn good job of helping to fight off colds.
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    Adding warmth to a sleeping bag

    I've put it out there before, but your EN rated sleeping bag needs a mat/pad of R-Value 4.8 to truly hold to it's EN rating. Food for thought
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    Budget 0 degree bags

    With a quality pad that has a certified r-value do they really need 0F bags? Find a EXPED, Nemo, or Thermarest witha 5.0 r-value and a 15-20F bag should work just fine for most any season. Happy to have you tell me otherwise, but you didn't mention season or location when the hunt(S) would occur
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    Rab Microlight alpine

    I've had one about 3yrs now. Great jacket! I still have a hard time with the zipper being on the opposite side since they are a Euro brand
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    Sleeping pad for warmth

    Which mat are you currently using? Do you know the r-value? What temps will you be getting down to at night. Adding a closed cell foam (CCF) UNDER your current sleeping mat can add anywhere from 1.5-2+ in r-value depending on which model CCF you use. We sell two different models, one designed...
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    Favorite Backcountry Gear for 2020?

    A few additions and one piece of gear that I continue to pack on every backpack hunt Kifaru Gun Bearer Kuiu Ultra Merino 145 Hoodie EXPED Down Socks - these continue to be a favorite on backpack hunts Duckworth Lightweight socks Maven B1 10x42 - amazing upgrade over my Vortex Diamondback

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