Do I still need a Pad with an Underquilt?

[Beast 71]

I use my JRB Mount Wash. 3 convertible all by itself until the temps. get into the single digits, then I throw in my Therm*A*Rest pad. I've been warm to -11F.

[TreeCamper]

This is very helpful stuff for me guys. I will probably take a chance get an UQ and have an overnighter with just that. I can see the point of the mat helping to keep a bit of width in the Hammock. I will have to see how it hangs ;-)

[BillyBob58]

I use my JRB Mount Wash. 3 convertible all by itself until the temps. get into the single digits, then I throw in my Therm*A*Rest pad. I've been warm to -11F.

As you can see from responses/experiences like this, you will not need a pad if you use an UQ. UNLESS you exceed the capabilities of the UQ. Or unless you develop some fit problem with your UQ even within it's normal ratings, or are unable to block the wind or you get your quilt wet. And finally, I think finally, you are forced to ground. Oh, nope, another: if you need it for your legs with a short UQ.

So a pad is a lot of insurance, especially considering you may already need it for a sit pad. But, no, you will not normally need a pad if you have an UQ.

[Hulk]

I hear of people in really cold situations using both, but I live in Louisiana, so we use pads because the Mosquitos can't bite thru them!

What? There are mosquitos down there that are large enough to bite through at least three layers of nylon not to mention inches of lofted down?

[TreeCamper]

Thanks to all for their tips and advice.

I decided to have a go and ordered a full length underquilt.

Arrived in good time for my overnighter yesterday.

Tried it without the CCF mat and although the hammock did not hold its shape like it does with the mat, this was not a problem.

The underquilt came well up each side and even if you toss and turn around it more or less stayed put and did not need adjustment.

I made sure it was not too tight or loose underneath and had a very cosy nights sleep. Most of the night did not need to be totally in my sleeping bag.

Looking forward now to testing it out in some colder weather.

As far as packing goes it took up less space than my CCF mat and Picnic blanket that I have been using in the past.

Its a thumbs up from me.

TC