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    Gossamer gear 1/4" Thinlight pad

    I am looking at getting this pad. I think this is the way I am going to start off. I know, I know an underquilt is better but that will have to wait. Before I order I have a couple of questions.

    I like this pad because of the width of it. If it is to wide I can cut it down. I keep hearing pads are bulky. How bulky is it? I am wondering if I fold it in half length wise and roll it how big (diameter) is it? Also how cold can you go with the 1/4" thickness? Will it get me into the 20*, 30*, or 40*?

    Any help will be appreciated.

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    It's huge. I haven't taken it below 40° so can't speak to that. I left mine full size for the times I have to go to ground, I double it up. As for rolling it up, it's pretty bulky, definitely for the outside of the pack. Hope that helps.
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    I have a similar pad from Foam Factory (¼" x 30" x 72") that I use for cooler overnights. I've been down to 42° with no issues. Rolled tightly the pad is 5" in diameter.

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    Thanks for the feed back. Even though 5" is bulky it isn't as bad as I was thinking it would be. I think 5" is very doable on the outside of my pack.

    When you went down to 40* do you feel like that was pushing it or like you could have gone lower?

    I am not looking to do winter camping but I do plan on late spring and Fall but at elevations at 9000 to 10500 which can get down to the mid 30's even in the summer.

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    If you're looking for something warm cheap and light, look into reflectix.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shortly81 View Post
    When you went down to 40* do you feel like that was pushing it or like you could have gone lower?
    I think I'd be fine down to 35°F with the ¼" pad in my double layer XLC. Colder than that and I'd bring my ⅜" pad (6¼" diameter when rolled tightly).

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    I have been using that pad for over 5 years - it was advertised at 3/8" when I got mine (and was only $11), so mine might be a little thicker.
    I used it with a 20F degree sleeping bag (I get in the bag and use the hood below 35F).
    The pad is soft and comfortable. I wrap it in an old flannel sheet to absorb the condensation (flannel is damp in the morning but sleeping bag is dry).
    I cut my pad in half so I have/use 2 each 30"W X 36"L pads - shoulders to hips.
    One layer pad is good to almost 35F, I used two layers to 22F. Not warm but you'll sleep.
    Hat/pillow/long underwear and warm socks are required as well. Put your jacket over your foot end like shown in the Shug videos.
    Note: Add a hot water bottle and you are warm and snug.
    P.S. I got my 1st UQ this year (AHE Jarbridge APEX) and haven't needed the CCF pads - this Synthetic 30F UQ really seems like a $100 well spent.
    I haven't had much luck with reflect or space blankets - they reflect heat but don't seem to insulate as well as a pad or UQ.
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    Thanks for the extra post trail runner. You gave me the info I was looking for.

    Also thank you oldpappy as well for confirming things. You also gave me some ideas I hadn't thought about with the fleec sheet.

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