What Cot's are You Using?

[Bulldawg]

I have a couple of older cabelas xxl outiftter cots, pretty sure they are the precursor to the Teton XXL. While incredibly comfortable, they are freaking huge and take up so much space, both when stored and when setup in a tent. I mean, after you have 2-3 cots, pads, and big canvas sleeping bags, it is half the bed of a 8ft bed. With a growing family, and wanting to reduce the footprint taken up in a tent I would like to look into some smaller cots.

What do you guys use that are still comfortable but maybe not the giant 44" wide suckers?

 

[Mountain_Life]

The type that folds out like a lawn chair vs poles on each end typically takes up less room because you don't have the poles protruding out off each corner. I just use one I bought off Amazon and have had no issues. Comfort seems to be more in the pad than the cot. I wouldn't spend extra money on a cot.

 

[AlabamaMountainMan]

I have a couple of older cabelas xxl outiftter cots, pretty sure they are the precursor to the Teton XXL. While incredibly comfortable, they are freaking huge and take up so much space, both when stored and when setup in a tent. I mean, after you have 2-3 cots, pads, and big canvas sleeping bags, it is half the bed of a 8ft bed. With a growing family, and wanting to reduce the footprint taken up in a tent I would like to look into some smaller cots.

What do you guys use that are still comfortable but maybe not the giant 44" wide suckers?

Outdoor Empire on youtube did a video demoing about 20 different cots. Shows them how they pack down, how small (or large) they are when packed down, how they assemble, how they look with someone laying on them, how much space they take up once put together, and gives some comments on sturdiness and comfort. Might give you some good ideas. Here is the link if interested.

 

[ianpadron]

Costco just had their cascade mountain tech ultralight cots on sale for 49 bucks and we scooped one to try out. Basically a slightly heavier version of the beefier Helinox, 4.7 pounds, super easy to put together. I'm 6'2" 215 and it works, not as roomy as my Cabelas Outfitter but weighs 1/4 as much and takes up 1/3 the space in the truck rolled up.

Can't vouch for long term durability but I'm definitely going to scoop a couple more next time they are in-stock.

 

[mtbn]

I sure like my Roll a Cot. Half the weight of the Cabela's, no end bars, easy set up and made in the USA. I have the biggest one. 84"x32" and 14#.

 

[Nick Muche]

Alaska Camping Cot

The lightweight Alaska camping cot is designed to be compact, sturdy, and quick to set up. This cot pairs well with long-term basecamp tents and long-haul backcountry adventures. Get off the ground with the Arctic Cot for maximum comfort and warmth in your backcountry shelter.

alaskagearcompany.com

These are pretty slick.

 

[Pescetism]

Another vote for Costco's cascade mountain tech ultralight. Admittedly, it's only the second cot I've even used but it was pregnant wife approved and if she can sleep comfortably on it anyone can

Well, maybe not the best for people much over 6'.

• Product dimensions packed: 5.2" W x 22.6" L
• Product dimensions setup: 25.6" W x 75" L x 6.6" H
• Carry weight: 5.2 lbs.
• Weight capacity: 320 lbs.