So I know this has been covered but I couldn’t find an answer for exactly my train of thought. So figured I’d ask here.
I am new to backpack hunting but have been a fairly active backpacker before I had kids.
Most of my gear has been sold. Passed down or is just dated. So I’m trying to gear up for my first backcountry elk hunt this fall in CO.
My last pay was a Big Agnes QCore. I know lots of people speak highly of them. I wasn’t a fan. It was a good pad for inflatable but I never slept great.
I’m hoping to transition to a bag with built in pad sleeve. (BA, Seirra, zenBivy)
I’m thinking of picking up a self inflating foam pad. Maybe 3” thick. I know it’s going to be heavy and roll up big.
I’m willing to sacrifice ultra light weight to be really comfortable.
Anyone else carry a “large” foam pad and get a good nights sleep worth the extra weight?
Thoughts?
I am new to backpack hunting but have been a fairly active backpacker before I had kids.
Most of my gear has been sold. Passed down or is just dated. So I’m trying to gear up for my first backcountry elk hunt this fall in CO.
My last pay was a Big Agnes QCore. I know lots of people speak highly of them. I wasn’t a fan. It was a good pad for inflatable but I never slept great.
I’m hoping to transition to a bag with built in pad sleeve. (BA, Seirra, zenBivy)
I’m thinking of picking up a self inflating foam pad. Maybe 3” thick. I know it’s going to be heavy and roll up big.
I’m willing to sacrifice ultra light weight to be really comfortable.
Anyone else carry a “large” foam pad and get a good nights sleep worth the extra weight?
Thoughts?