Originally Posted by
Kerry
Hi all,
I'm trying to solve the ubiquitous under-hammock-insulation issue for my Hennesy ULB.
While I have a JRB Nest, I don't like the weight, bulk, 'exposed' down (using a JRB 8x8 tarp, forget the stock tarp), and inability to easily go to ground if necessary. So, I'm considering trying a pad (again). I've tried standard width pads, which didn't work well. I've tried 'wing pads' made from blue foam pads. Far too bulky in the pack, not to mention strapped to the outside, which I hated.
I see some folks use a 1/4" thick pad, one of the large ones similar to those sold by Gossamer gear, custom cut to needs/wants. Seems like this might work-- wide enough for shoulders, wide enough to more easily stay put, and thin enough to not feel too stiff when laying on it, and small/thin enough to fit well inside my pack... maybe.
How cool does 1/4" get you down to? Most of my hiking is in the summer, but I find I get quite uncomfortable in my hammock right around 70 deg if under insulation doesn't fit right (or isn't there at all).
Any thoughts?
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