30" Backpacking Pad ?

[lifeisgoodsteve]

Hi All,

Any of you broad shouldered guys find a 30" backpacking pad you've tried?

As a back and side sleeper, when on my back having one or both of my arms lie on the ground ends up disrupting my sleep a good bit. Ready to bite the bullet and carry some more weight if can find a 30" pad.

For a base camp setup, I sleep awesome on my 30" megamat.

Thanks,

s

 

[justinspicher]

I have this one, not sure of the brand or the exact measurements, but I can look when I get home from work.

 

[elkhunter505]

I have spent some time on a Klymit Static V Luxe. It’s not the lightest thing, but I have backpacked with it in the past.

 

[lifeisgoodsteve]

Well, after finding a few options by Zen Bivy and Big Agnes (campmeister) I decided to suck it up and get the Exped Megamat Ultra, at a whopping 2lb 11.5oz.

MegaMat Ultra | EXPED USA

MegaMat Ultra combines the cradling comfort and 3D construction of MegaMat with the smaller pack size and light weight of a classic air mattress. It is a great option for campers who want to elevate their current sleep system while retaining portability and compactness.

www.expedusa.com

For base camp I've slept amazingly well on the Exped Megamat 10 (6lbs) and am at the point where I'm willing to skimp in other areas to invest in a good night's sleep. We will see how I feel after lugging it around the mountains. Tossing and turning through the night just takes away so much energy the following day that it's worth a shot.

s