Pad question

**Saltfly** · 03-26-2019, 05:36

If I was to use a non insulated pad in a ridge runner double layer, and then for warmth use a synthetic AHE UQ, would I still get condensation on the pad? Thanks.

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**sabinajiles** · 03-26-2019, 06:25

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by a non insulated pad, since all pads have some insulating properties. If you mean a non insulated air mattress, which would have the lowest R-value, the answer is yes. If it holds air, moisture will not pass through it. If you are speaking of a mat of some fabric that isn't considered an insulator, probably not, but what would be the point of it?

**Saltfly** · 03-26-2019, 06:36

Originally Posted by sabinajiles

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by a non insulated pad, since all pads have some insulating properties. If you mean a non insulated air mattress, which would have the lowest R-value, the answer is yes. If it holds air, moisture will not pass through it. If you are speaking of a mat of some fabric that isn't considered an insulator, probably not, but what would be the point of it?

I’m looking to use the pad for a comfort adjustment. It has an R value 1.3. So yes you’re right. Less insulated would of been a better description. But the pad has no foil or insulating filler at all.

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**jeff-oh** · 03-26-2019, 07:10

No condensation would not be an issue. Condensation happens when the moist air of your breath lands on a cold fabric surface. In this case, as I understand your set up the insulation layer would prevent the pad form collecting condensation.

**Just Tom** · 03-26-2019, 07:41

Perhaps the OP is talking about the back sweat you can get when you lay directly on a CCF pad in a hammock? As far as a RR goes, I never experienced the sweat with a pad in a double-layer. I'm not sure if it was wicking action of the fabric in between or something else.

**Saltfly** · 03-26-2019, 09:06

Originally Posted by Just Tom

Perhaps the OP is talking about the back sweat you can get when you lay directly on a CCF pad in a hammock? As far as a RR goes, I never experienced the sweat with a pad in a double-layer. I'm not sure if it was wicking action of the fabric in between or something else.

That is what I’m talkin bout. I put a Hennessy radiant bubble pad in there the other night, then put a sleeping bag on top of it. All inside the double layer. It was awesome comfy. And I had just barely the slightest moisture on my back. Pulled the pad and bag out. And it was literally soaked. It wasn’t sweat from me, just the temp difference. I’m gonna try a few things. Combinations. Thanks for the reply.

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