Best camping cots according to redditors

We found 145 Reddit comments discussing the best camping cots. We ranked the 52 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about Camping Cots:

u/theinfamousj · 103 pointsr/AskWomen

So, I just went through my Amazon orders and pretty much every single thing I saw that I bought for myself I thought was the best thing I ever purchased.

With great pain and strain, I narrowed it down to these three things:

  • Inflatable Japanese Soaking Tub // I've always desired a deep bathtub that is in the Japanese soaking tub style. I had dreams of remodeling my bathroom to put in such a bathtub but when I priced it out the price tag had a lot of figures and made me very nervous. This device packs up to the size of two furled full size golf umbrellas side-by-side, but also fits into my existing bathtub and creates the soaking tub I so desire. Oh, and it cost under $100. Far less than a bathroom reno.

  • Klymit Static V Insulated // It truly is a super crazy comfortable sleeping pad/mat for side sleepers. I camp with a quilt, rather than a sleeping bag, but that hasn't been a problem.

  • ThermaRest Ultralight Cot Knock Off // At $40 vs $100+ for the name brand, but with the additional cost of 2 lbs, I am really happy with this cot. It is delightfully comfortable and I use it when traveling. I can sleep on my side without any sore spots developing.

    Edited to add links.
u/Tomcat87 · 12 pointsr/bonnaroo

The three best additions we've made so far are:

  • An artificial grass rug - it's nice to be able to hang out at camp barefoot without feeling gross from spilled beer and damp ground.

  • Upgrading our chairs to these colemans - I feel like the traditional folding kind get uncomfortable after about 10 mins of sitting and there's never a good place to put your plate or drink down.

  • Lastly we've gone from sleeping on mats, to sleeping on air mattresses, to finally discovering how much more comfortable cots are. - You stay cooler longer and you get so much more storage below the cot.

    Other things that we've bought/built in the past with varying degrees of success that you might be interested in; a shower that runs off of a car battery, LED lighting for the canopy that run off car battery setup, portable AC unit running of a generator (expensive but holy shit it works really well in a tent), the "park over" flagpole stand to ID camp from a distance, any tent with vertical walls, jobsite radio with spare batteries for jams, any 5-day cooler for keeping ice all the way through the weekend. I'm sure there's others I'm forgetting. Every year people bring new and inventive stuff to try and make the experience more comfortable. Sometimes they're a total bust (those tent shower things), other times you can't imagine doing it again without them (the cots).
u/[deleted] · 8 pointsr/camping

Bed tents are a pain in the ass and insanely expensive. Plus it removes the best part about a pickup truck: putting shit in the bed.

I would just start out for the two of you getting a standard tent and air mattress. Maybe $100 total investment. Use that a couple times and as you learn what works and doesn't work for you, you can upgrade.

I've personally changed my car camping setup 3 times in the last couple years. I just recently changed up to a smaller 6 person "dark" cabin tent so I can sleep in, and a cot. I've always used air mattresses in the past.

If you're wondering, this is my current car camping tent. Dark tents are kinda new on the market and having both dark and instant was a very big want of mine. There's nothing worse than the sun shining in your tent at 6am waking you up after drinking whiskey til 3am.

I was using this air mattress that I like a lot, but I thought I'd change things up a bit and try this cot out so I don't have to worry about electrickery.

As far as everything else goes? I just use a standard sheets and a pillow unless temps are supposed to be cold (below 50f) then I switch to a sleeping bag rated for 29f. Grab a couple $6 folding chairs from Walmart. Fatwood to start fires. Coleman campstove, and a cast iron pan.

If my campsite has power, I will use a small room heater in the tent. If your campsite doesn't have power, at least have a inverter on hand just in case you need power for something (air mattress?).

In terms of food? There's a million things you can eat that doesn't require refrigeration/cooler so don't go crazy thinking you need a $500 yeti to camp for a weekend.

u/Back4smith · 8 pointsr/drumcorps

Backpacking Cot. Super lightweight. Easy to set up and take down. No power needed to inflate. Keeps you off the floor. YaeKoo Outdoor Super Ultralight& Portable Folding Aluminium alloy Cot Camping Tent Bed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3544WF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_THGZDb8VQ33ZX

u/IHateTomatoes · 7 pointsr/Coachella

MVP
/u/Diskz for posting the Washington>52nd Route to bypass the entirety of the the Monroe shitshow...Unreal.

Winners
Walking to gates- First year camping and beats the hell out of shuttles/ubers plus cost of AirBNB. More than makes up for lack of AC and showers/toilets.
Portable Shower Bag- Didn't use it every morning but having the option to sleep later was money
Cots- Pretty easy to set up. Also easy to break down each day to open up the space for chairs/chillin. Comfortable to sleep on just make sure you have insulation under you too because you get a draft from below.
Inflatable Lounger thing- Good bang for your $20. Comfortable to chill on, easy to deflate while not in use, easy to haul therefore better than a hammock.
Costco LED lights that /u/kateyrose recommended. Magnetic on the back to clip onto your EZ-up or car.
Losers
Tents- Told my campmates we could go without them but we set them up anyway. Definitely ditching these next year for more space and more EZ-UPs.
Cooking Food- Brought a ton of food which we were always too tired to cook. With the plethora of tasty vendors we'll probably skimp on groceries next year.

Other Notes
Barber- Got my haircut Friday morning. Pretty easy system. Went around 8:30am and signed up for a 10am time slot. Got a low fade and pretty happy with it. Tipped him $20 since thats what I'd normally pay for a haircut. Overall I would recommend if you don't have time to get it done during the week.
Heineken Beer Storage- I hate Heineken but since you can bring any of their other beers this is very much worth it. Alleviates so much space in your coolers. I brought a 36 rack of Coors Light to start the weekend off and brought a 30 rack of Tecate Light to the Beer storage Friday. You can text them to deliver it to your camp but I just picked it up on Sunday morning since we were near there anyways.
Adidas- As we were walking over to the line Sunday morning the carts were passing us so we lucked out on some tokens. Still waited 3 hours for shoes. If they do this next year I have to imagine they provide some more shade over the line because that was the only terrible part of the experience.

u/pseudo_mccoy · 7 pointsr/vandwellers

I'm currently stealthing solo and wonder this myself sometimes.

I imagine it would be possible to travel with a companion in a standard cargo van, but not desirable. I'm sure someone with more experience will weigh in.

Maybe having a collapsible bunk would open up the space somewhat during the day.

u/corpus_callosum · 6 pointsr/simpleliving

You ought to be looking into cots. There's some large, heavy-duty ones that look quite comfortable. They can get pretty expensive though.

u/kanye_is_my_dad · 6 pointsr/bonnaroo

I bought two of these and plan to just put them next to each other. From my research most double cots are kind of just okay because they all have a bar going down the middle of them (like in between where you and your partner would be laying) So instead I just got two of the best single person cots I could find. These already come with a foam pad as well!!! https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-ComfortSmart-Cot/dp/B0073WJACW/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=cot&qid=1554217240&s=gateway&sr=8-3

u/c5load · 6 pointsr/army

nah, this guy. Fits in an Apache tailboom. Great jack shack.

u/Ell1m1st · 5 pointsr/LostLandsMusicFest

I would honestly recommend a camping Cot instead of one of those. It will get you off the ground, they are lightweight and very portable. I made the switch a few years ago while camping in general and the difference is night and day. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-765353-Trailhead-Military-Camping/dp/B003696236/ref=sr_1_3?crid=21B80IV04I0NT&keywords=camping+cots+for+adults&qid=1564852279&s=gateway&sprefix=camping+cot%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-3

u/brkdncr · 5 pointsr/camping

for that length of time i would get a larger tent with multiple rooms so you can keep things drying in one area. one or two of the shower units so you have a lot of solar-heated hot water.

I'd also get a real cot that's a foot or more off the ground, so you can sit on it like a bench when needed. they make larger ones if your special friend and you like to snuggle.

u/DTWBagHandler · 4 pointsr/bonnaroo

If you got the dough, I've used this the past couple years at firefly. Very comfy and spacious. Also very well made, can handle around 500 lbs! Also, the pad is great. My bro and I each bought one for fests.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000P6BGYI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1458104420&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=cot&dpPl=1&dpID=31XP6vttQ0L&ref=plSrch

TETON Sports Adventurer Camp Pad https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GV3YSV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_1Jo6wbPDHFMWD

u/coasty163 · 4 pointsr/bonnaroo

Various deals I've come across while browsing during this slow work day:

Lighting
Tentcot
8-person Tent
Cot
20% off Air Mattresses

u/sandi_boi · 3 pointsr/bonnaroo

Kamp-Rite Double Kwik Cot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004M0YY0G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MKRIyb2C5F524 this bad boy plus a moon mat on each side is what my fiance and I have used the past 2 years. Best sleep ever for Roo, without a mattress or anything it gets great airflow. But be sure to bring blankets/hoodies. I know we as well as many other people froze one night this past year, because we didn't have any

u/Priv8snoball · 3 pointsr/bonnaroo

https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000020273-Pack-Away-Cot/dp/B0043AK0O4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485365291&sr=8-1&keywords=coleman+cot

My girlfriend and I each used one of these last year and they were great. It's obviously not the perfect cot but you should be exhausted when you need it and it's good enough for that.

u/OhioJeeper · 3 pointsr/camping

Get one of these: TETON Sports Outfitter XXL Camping Cot - Limited Edition; Perfect for Base Camp and Hunting; Free Storage Bag Included https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GLGRVU8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sQWEyb5M7428D

I have a similar one made by a company that I'm not even sure exists anymore called Nebo Sports. From the pictures it looks identical. Mine's around 14 years old and holding up great. They're very comfortable, even more so if you throw a pad on top.

u/NVsucksdontmovehere · 3 pointsr/overlanding

It’s one of these:
Kamp-Rite Tent Cot Original Size Tent Cot (Green) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BH46MU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JHhADbY1HNT8H

$150. No mount it just sits on the ground. Takes about 2 minutes to setup and is pretty comfortable. I keep it around to use when I bring a friend camping and they don’t have a tent or sometimes if I don’t have my RTT mounted I’ll use it for a quick one or two nighter.

Everyone that uses it loves it. However if given the choice I’ll still take my Autohome.

u/schlazor · 3 pointsr/BuyItForLife

I have this Outfitter XXL cot and this pad to go with it. Basically, I'd probably rather sleep on this than my actual bed. It's held up well so far. Probably used it 15 nights in 2 years, although the pad is a more recent acquisition. The rubber feet on the bottom are known to fail but you can get replacements. It folds up nicely although it is still pretty big folded up. There are other sizes that are similar in construction but I'm a big dude - 6'5" 300ish lbs.

u/AnticitizenPrime · 3 pointsr/overlanding

Fellow FJ driver here. Couldn't justify the cash for an RTT, so I picked up an oversized model Kamp-Rite tent cot:

https://www.amazon.com/Kamp-Rite-DTC443-Oversize-Tent-Cot/dp/B000I641UQ

Folded, it fits perfectly in the cargo area. Tent pops up when you open it, and it's as comfy as sleeping on, well, a cot (comfy). Not as roomy of course, but it's tall enough to sit up in. I like that you can set up camp and then go wheelin'.

u/poestal · 3 pointsr/CampingGear

i think for a tent your looking for a teepee style tent for your headroom. also i would suggest something more along the lines of a sleep cot rather than an air matress to have a more rigid sitting position. or you can get something like this for the best of both worlds

u/GoneToMarsKenji · 3 pointsr/army
u/Swami99 · 3 pointsr/hulaween

https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Trailhead-Cot/dp/B003696236?keywords=cot&qid=1537984796&sr=8-6&ref=sr_1_6

Try out a cot instead, man. No inflation needed... ready to-use in two minutes and totally off the floor. Prolly cheaper than any air mattress too

u/ExDrIt · 3 pointsr/CampingGear
u/livesbydryshampoo · 3 pointsr/bonnaroo

This will be our third year using these cots and we use them in the tent and don’t have any condensation issues, but the bedding in top does sometimes. They store like folding chairs in a sleeve and are sturdy. I love my husband but I would never sleep in one with him, especially at Roo. Tooooo hot.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NI6TBW?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

u/doubleu · 3 pointsr/CampingGear

I got this cot for Christmas, and it is WAY more beefy than I had anticipated. I guess I should've paid closer attention to the pic of the 7 guys standing on it, 'cause it is a beast. There's room for me (6'1 220lbs) and my dog (90lbs), and I imagine it'd work for 2 people cuddling up, but definitely not 2 people side-by-side.

u/Gettinthere6 · 3 pointsr/bonnaroo

+1 to the cot. I've been using one for 3 years at Roo and wouldn't think of any other way. Keeps you comfy, no worry about air mattresses deflating or sleeping bags getting too hot. Plus you can stash stuff under them saving all important space. I have one similar to this Texsport Deluxe Folding Camp Cot
http://amzn.com/B001NI6TBW

All you need is a sheet and a pillow. Maybe a light blanket in case it gets cold like last year. We have a group of 10, after seeing my comfort the first year, most of my group has switched to the cot route too.

u/brucegoose03 · 2 pointsr/CampingGear

I don't have a Helinox cot, but I have a similar one I got off amazon for like $60. That, plus a sleeping pad = best night of sleep I've ever had outside. I'm a very picky sleeper, With chronic back pain and this has been the best system I've tried.

[Yahill cot](Yahill Ultralight Folding Bed Portable Cot, or Tent Bed Replacements Aluminium Alloy for Indoor Outdoor Camping Hiking Fishing (Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I334ER0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sbEAyb4R4Z708)

u/thesneakymonkey · 2 pointsr/camping

this is what we have or the older version that is really close to it. It folds up and fits in a bag similar to those folding camp chairs. The two bars on the end have to be inserted when setting them up (they also fit in the carry bag). The center bar hangs low enough that it does not bother mine or my husband's backs. My dad however, bought the larger XL cabelas cot for when him and my mother camp b/c he is a bigger guy and heavy enough that the middle bar rubbed on his back all night. He loves the XL cot and has no issues with it. Both my husband and I use sleeping pads and sleep like a babies. We usually have our singles separated in the tent. Once you lay in the cot you sorta sink into it and the middle ridge will be higher than you think. It could work though depends on your sleeping pads.

u/ddd1960 · 2 pointsr/festivals

We upgraded to cots this past year so no more waking up with your hip bone poking into the ground. Pro super comfortable built like a tank. Con takes up a lot of room we had to get a 10x13 tent to fit them us and our gear, but what the heck we needed a new tent anyway.
http://www.amazon.com/TETON-Sports-Outfitter-XXL-Camp/dp/B000P6BGYI/ref=zg_bs_3400811_17

u/southernbenz · 2 pointsr/camping

Here. The reviews are mediocre at best-- and it still doesn't match any of your criteria. However, it's the only product I could actually find for sale.

u/GhostEmbodied · 2 pointsr/festivals

Kamp-Rite 3897864 Tent Cot Double... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004M0YY0G?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

That’s the cot I have, can’t find the topper I have. Any 6 person tent will do, you can even store your shit under the cot!

u/RojinShiro · 2 pointsr/NoStupidQuestions

It depends on what kind of cot it is. If it's a spring cot like this, you'll still want the mat, otherwise it'll tear up your sleeping bag. However, those are really just old army cots (we used them in scouting, you'll probably never see them in person), and you're almost certainly going to have a cot more like this. If you go with one of those you won't need the mat. I'd say those cots are usually more comfortable than the ground, even if you use a mat.

Something else you might have to consider is tent space. While cots are great, they take up a lot of space, so you'll need to make sure it'll fit in your tent, and that you'll be able to keep your other gear in your tent. Another thing, that probably doesn't apply to you, is backpacking. If you're carrying your gear a long distance, lighter is better, and it'd be easier to carry a mat than a cot.

Since it's your first time camping I'm assuming you're just driving to a campground and spending the night, so your best bet is probably a cot.

u/Psychedelic_soup · 2 pointsr/Tipper

We have these and they are fucking fantastic! I feel like I slept in my bed each night. Looks like they are on sale too. I paid $85/per.
https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000020269-Comfortsmart-Deluxe-Cot/dp/B0073WJACW

u/Rygnerik · 2 pointsr/ChronicPain

Personally, I prefer a cot over an air mattress.

u/RedditBlowhard · 2 pointsr/preppers

I respect what you want to do, but you might find it much more efficient and inexpensive to get two portable heavy duty cots that can be hung on the wall during the day.
This is what I have. Look at the various pictures on the left.
Just a thought?

https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Outfitter-Camping-Perfect-Included/dp/B000P6BGYI/ref=sr_1_1?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1496966590&sr=1-1&keywords=heavy+duty+cot

u/NE556 · 2 pointsr/camping

So after you and u/reddilada pointed out that the crossbars on the ground would be not what I want, did some more research. Cheapest I found was the Ozark Trail Two-Person Cot Tent which actually seems pretty decent, except that it appears out of stock :( However I would question it's sturdiness, especially in the kind of wind storms you can get in the desert. Even staked down with 12" military stakes and paracord.

So that said, Kamp-Rite Compact Tent Cot (CTC) Double, and right now even cheaper on Amazon. The center bar complaints I expected, and I have a good double Klymit V air mattress that should be good. I'll use it in the next couple of weeks to test it out while it's within the return window.

Also found the Outsunny Compact Pop Up Portable Folding Outdoor Elevated Camping Cot Tent, however it's a single shell (no rain fly) basically sitting on a double cot. Meh. Really won't trust this one, but mentioning for completeness.

u/whotherooareyou · 2 pointsr/bonnaroo

get two of these bad bois and push them together so you can sleep next to each other. ive had this one for about 2 years and ive never slept better at festivals. ive seen them cheaper before i’d check walmart or other places for around $50

u/Woltz_Sandage · 2 pointsr/Bushcraft

Have you looked at the Therm-a-Rest Ultralight Cot Clone? That's a good thing to keep you off the ground a little and give support.

https://www.amazon.com/YAHILL-Ultralight-Collapsible-Replacements-Generation/dp/B01I334ER0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1537398892&sr=8-5&keywords=Ultralight+Cot

u/deckyon · 2 pointsr/CampingGear

There are plenty of backpacking cots out there, but they are as low to the ground as the inflatable mats. They are also quite expensive, and you sill might need a mat on the cot anyway because there is little to no insulation with the cots.

I tried one for motorcycle camping, after my inflatable mat blew out (was quite old) and sent it back. It didn't offer me any extra comfort for the bulk and weight it added. Even on a motorcycle, I worry about weight and bulk, though not as much as with backpacking. I sent it back when I got home.

Backpacking cots - quick search

Others may have had different experiences.

If I am in a car and just camping at a campsite, I use a tent-cot quite often. I will use a mat in it as well, for insulation when it drops below 70 deg. They have the same cold-butt-syndrome as with a hammock. It works well when you are just there and can let the car do the work. Most are for single occupant. But this may also be something to look into, but not for backpacking.

Tent Cot - example (I have Cabella version of this one)

Had a friend who was trailering his bike bring this to an event this July. He was able to help me out as there was not any good trees in our area for my hammock.

https://imgur.com/3MHvbsq

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u/AngryT-Rex · 2 pointsr/CampingandHiking

I have to agree that I really don't understand quite what those tents are trying to accomplish.

If its sleeping on the ground that she can't handle, maybe look into simple cots like this, you could throw one into some giant family tent and then she'd have a raised bed and tons of space: http://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Trailhead-II-Folding-Cot/dp/B003696236/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422050245&sr=8-1&keywords=cot&pebp=1422050244143&peasin=B003696236

u/upshitecreek · 2 pointsr/Assistance

I'm on amazon looking right now per another suggestion, and the air mattresses I'm seeing (I just typed 'air mattress' in the search) are all above $50, closer to $100.

I also thought about something like this instead since it's light and portable and folds up and would never get a hole in it and is definitely reusable.

Sorry the search is going a bit slower, I'm not home alone and I'm trying to avoid questions like 'why are you looking at air mattresses' so I have to keep changing screens.

u/1127pilot · 2 pointsr/overlanding

Maybe a tent cot? You'd have to measure to make sure it would fit, since the legs aren't at the ends.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BH46MU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_XKDUAb2BDWG9W

u/zoba · 2 pointsr/BurningMan
u/SurburbanCowboy · 2 pointsr/camping

If you have the room, the best sleep I ever had in a tent was on a cot. It was a friend's, but I'd bet it was something similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-765353-Trailhead-Military-Camping/dp/B003696236

u/ganymede_boy · 2 pointsr/bicycling

Sounds like you're well suited for the trip with that plan.

FWIW this thing looks really cool, but expensive.

u/hi_123 · 2 pointsr/bonnaroo

Someone mentioned a coleman cot being the best sleep he's had at roo.

I found this one on Amazon and will likely get it: https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000020273-32-Inches-Pack-Away-Cot/dp/B0043AK0O4/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1525981027&sr=8-5

u/tabiyeh · 2 pointsr/bonnaroo

http://www.amazon.com/Texsport-Deluxe-Folding-Camp-Cot/dp/B001NI6TBW



this is the one I got. It's compact, easy to set up, and very comfortable in terms of camping sleep.

u/eatsleepwoof · 2 pointsr/overlanding

I've slept on backpacking pads for years, but have recently purchased this (very large!) cot: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073WJACW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The cot comes with a mattress, but I figured I'd double up, so I also got this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FE25VY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Slept on this setup at home just to try it out, and was incredibly comfortable. As good as (if not better than) my bed!

The second pad is realistically not needed. Perfectly comfy with just one (either) of the pads.

u/nootay · 2 pointsr/camping

I visit a lake house several times a year and got tired of deflating air mattresses. I bought one of these coleman cots and love it! Comfortable and I dont end up on the floor by morning.

u/rotakoan · 2 pointsr/minimalism

I'm happy to help! I use http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0043AK0O4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 it's very highly rated and rightfully so for that price. Feels firm but not so firm as to hurt my back. Been sleeping on it for over a year soon and I feel great. I like the side table, it's useful for placing my tablet. Amazon has a great return policy in case it doesn't work out.

u/G8351427 · 2 pointsr/camping

Alright, so here is my answer to pretty much none of your questions.

I have these two items:

  • ALPS Mountaineering Outback Self-Inflating Air Mat
  • Teton Sports XXL Cot

    The cot is quite a bit bigger than you are looking for. It's like the size of a twin bed so it's unwieldy and awkward to setup and haul around, so it won't travel unless you want to ship it.

    The Alps mattress is pretty much the same thing as the Exped, but a little bigger and a bit cheaper.

    These two items are not going to be very portable; I use them car camping. I have never slept more than three nights in a row on them, but they were unbelievably comfortable; as good as my memory foam mattress at home. Firm and supportive, but has some give where your pressure points are. And the height of the cot and pad together were such that I could sit on them to put on socks and pants.

    So, while I know these items are not going to suit you, I think that a couple of things I learned might be helpful. My cot gives a little when I lie on it which is expected. My pad is several inches narrower than the cot which is perfect since it ends up fitting right between the supporting bars. The 'self inflating' pads I believe are constructed with a memory foam core inside what is essentially an air mattress. In my experience that foam core solve the biggest complaint I have with air mattresses: the way the air moves around as you roll around on it.

    Anyway, I think your mattress selection is great; cot too, thought it's hard to know if they will work together as the widths are pretty similar.

    Edit: The Kelty Discovery High Cot might meet your needs and the size seems about right.
u/Witharuler · 1 pointr/ElectricForest

If you have the room to bring it (they take up a decent amount of space folded up) you can't beat something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0073WJACW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3.cHAb2NEA6NB
My wife and I each have our own, you can store your suitcase underneath it so you have more room in the tent and it's way more comfortable than any of my airbeds.

u/NightGatherz · 1 pointr/digitalnomad

I used a LuxuryLite cot for a while. Spendy, but it was the perfect thing. And way more comfy than you'd think. I was a bigger guy at the time - 6'2" and 265, but had no trouble with this.

u/HairyPantaloons · 1 pointr/h1z1

What's for display?

http://www.amazon.com/Kamp-Rite-Bushtrekka-Bicycle-Trailer-Oversize/dp/B002KKBT9Y/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t


No need for a trailer though, hiking tents would be small enough to stow in a sidecar. 2 bikes with panniers would be far more practical though.

u/DatumPirate · 1 pointr/bicycling

On second thought, might just need to get one of these.

edit: on third thought, it seems SUPER impractical compared to just carrying a backpacking tent in one of the aforementioned trailers.

u/tmoff15 · 1 pointr/bonnaroo
u/Guardian08RT · 1 pointr/CampingGear

This is the one my girlfriend and I have been looking at. I think it is the same one that Gander Mountain sells, and we have checked it out in person and it was of somewhat decent quality. We've been getting sick of using an air mattress, and I havent yet sold her on the idea of using a sleeping pad...so we are tempted to pick this one up.

u/Sneezer · 1 pointr/camping

I have two of these cots that my family uses. Paired with a thermarest or similar pad they are surprisingly comfortable. The removable nightstand is a bonus as well. I weigh about 245 and have no problems. My son loves it and insists on bringing it to every campout (he is 10). When all 3 of us go I bring my Ultralite cot (which he usually claims too).

Coleman Pack-Away Cot

u/parametrek · 1 pointr/camping

Since you are going by boat you can probably bring heavier gear. In that case skip mattresses entirely and go straight to cots. I have one very similar to this and it is the most luxurious sleep I've had outdoors. Takes a little practice to put it together though.

Canned food lets you eat just as good as you do at home. 3 days is the longest trip that I'd want to eat canned though. It is so bulky!

u/marlybarrow · 1 pointr/almosthomeless

>Why would you need a bed frame?

I meant more of an adult military cot

>Idk if you have a car in this scenario

no license and no car

>And why would you need all those clothes and shoes?

To switch them around when they get dirty. Also to have clean clothes to wear when the dirty ones are being washed.

>If these are the types of things you're buying when you don't have much money

Not quite. These are the things I'm planning to buy with money and absolutely no income for the foreseeable future. I have to drop my cost of living close to Zero, and intend to invest now to make that happen.

u/idontcarethatmuch · 1 pointr/CampingGear

Fuck that. Get a G.I. type cot. Like this because It's more durable, more comfortable, and packs smaller.

But you will need some kind of pad or closed cell foam insulation unless it's really warm out. Thermarest, or whatever you already have for tent sleeping will make that a very comfortable setup. And you should be able to find one at Walmart or whatever for closer to $50-$60.

u/ectish · 1 pointr/vandwellers
u/SunnySouthTexas · 1 pointr/vandwellers

All in one bed? (Oooooh!) or a double bed with a single on the side?

I had posted a bunk bed cot setup before, let me see if I can find that. While you might not get that exact thing, it could serve as a little mind candy for the thought process.

I’ll update this with the link if I can find it.

Look here... Amazon Link

u/JackPanzer · 1 pointr/motorcycles

Nice! I was looking into the Eureka Solitaire 1-person but I saw those complaints and decided to keep searching. Something that did seem interesting was the Kamp-Rite Tent Cot but then I saw how it folded up.

u/macbrave76 · 1 pointr/CampingGear

After injuring my knee I had to turn to a cot for camping with our boy scout troop. Decided on the Slumberjack Tough Cot. So far so good; it's heavy but pretty comfortable. Now that colder weather is upon us I'm going to have to pick up some sort of insulated pad for it.......

u/sasunnach · 1 pointr/CampingGear

We used to use these cots when car camping but now we use a trailer in the colder months and backcountry in the warmer months. My husband is 6'3" 225lbs. My brother in law is 6'5" 275lbs. Neither of them have had issues using these cots. We use them at home now for unexpected guests who need to crash and if the guest room is already in use. They worked great when we car camped using a big tent.

Coleman 2000020273 80 x 32-Inches Pack-Away Cot https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0043AK0O4/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_4aiJzbM1XXTC0

u/JDnChgo · 1 pointr/ElectricForest

Picked up a couple of these big beefy cots and sleeping pads for camping season and Forest. They just arrived at my house and are legit the size of a twin bed. A little spendy, but worth it due to the sheer amount of use we plan to get out of them. I also got tired of replacing air mattresses - which honestly cannot even TOUCH these guys for comfort. A+ 10/10 would recommend. I just saw that these are now about $15 cheaper on Amazon that what we paid - if you've been on the fence about getting a cot, make the switch; you won't regret it.


https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Outfitter-Camping-Folding-Included/dp/B000P6BGYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521390193&sr=8-1&keywords=teton+xxl


https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Outfitter-Sleeping-Perfect-Camping/dp/B000P6DJ8O/ref=pd_bxgy_468_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000P6DJ8O&pd_rd_r=A02VTWRAGPBYKS4A4QH2&pd_rd_w=R9aXw&pd_rd_wg=OLshT&psc=1&refRID=A02VTWRAGPBYKS4A4QH2

u/unusualmusician · 1 pointr/TinyHouses

This is in no way a home.. it is a poorly designed bike tent trailer. I do not understand why he keeps saying "keeps people safe"? What about a tarp draped over a pvc and ply wood triangle keeps people safe? Something like this on a bike trailer would seem more useful for what he is going for.

I just do not see a practical application. (yes, I get that it could be nice for homeless, but I think a tent that could put put in a backpack would be much more useful, a bike trailer is big and bulky,not something that can be quickly packed up and carried around.

On the side of a person camping, either go with a normal tent, way lighter and compact!)

u/rraak · 1 pointr/phish

These things take a minute to set up and tear down, keep you dry and off the ground, and are super comfortable: http://www.amazon.com/Kamp-Rite-DTC443-Oversize-Tent-Cot/dp/B000I641UQ/

Much cheaper than the rental tent and you can set it up in a very small space next to your car. Only disadvantage is they're heavy as hell, but they're made for car camping so you aren't losing anything in this situation.

u/Loudestpipes · 1 pointr/bonnaroo

I have this XXL one with the pad. Camped on it 4x so far and it's great.

TETON Sports Outfitter XXL Camping cot - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P6BGYI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_G02cBb7Y02DPE

u/SamyIsMyHero · 1 pointr/CampingGear

I can understand your desire for a cot set up. I can tolerate sleeping on air mattresses and sometimes on pads, but sleeping on the somewhat portable camping cot I purchased is amazing. I like mine so much that I would much prefer it over sleeping on some of the mattresses I've slept on when travelling. It is just about as comfortable as my mattress at home, and my mattress is the most comfortable thing I can sleep in. When it is too hot to sleep (I'm extremely warm blooded) I would say that the cot is better than my mattress.

That said, I don't think I've seen any two person camp cot (the one's that aren't folding mattresses) that would work well for a couple that likes to cuddle for sleep. My biggest problem is that I get hot and bothered way before my long-time gf does, and our sleeping tempuratures just don't match up. If you're in one of those cots then both of you are going to gravitate to one pit in the fabric, for me I need some air space after a few hours (or else I'll sweat and she'll be drenched). This might not be a problem for you.

Also I want you to make sure you know the two person tent-cot you link to does have the cross-bar down the middle.

How large are you and your wife? Watch out for cots that don't fit your height. I'm 6 feet tall and I barely fit into a largish cot with a pillow and when I don't want to rest my heels on a metal cross bar at the ends of my cot.

My recommendation, if you and your gf are small enough, find a really large cot that is meant for a single person. Mine is the smaller version (dimensions: 75 x 25 x 17-Inch) from the one I just linked to, and I enjoy it. If you go that route you will be sleeping closely even if you don't want to, but I think it could easily fit two people my size (190 lbs and 6 feet) and a small child. I tried it for a nap with my gf, and we both sort of just fell into the same spot that our body weight makes on the cot.

Another thing to try is a large hammock. Then you'll really be sleeping closely; unless you have some sort of "bridge hammock". Those seem to be flatter and similar in some ways to camping cots.

u/stacksmasher · 1 pointr/camping

Easy! The best cot solution in the world! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I641UQ/ref=s9_al_bw_g468_i1

Takes about 5 min's to setup and is solid as a rock. I use it for weekend dirtbike trips and its perfect. They even make a "Double" wide for you and your wife to sleep together.

u/GhoostP · 1 pointr/CampingGear

If you're willing to downsize to a 6 person (which, with only 2 people, really shouldn't be an issue), then I would check out the Eureka! Copper Canyon 6. I just picked it up on the suggestions of The Wire Cutter who rated it as the best tent for family and car camping.

It won't actually be utilized until next week, but I'm excited to try it out. Also got a couple of these cots to go in it, which are huge and will make it seem like walking into a hotel room with 2 twin beds.

u/charlo66 · 1 pointr/camping

They seems really limited in choices. What about this one ?

u/Torley_ · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0043AK0O4/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1 is a good model.

More comfy than sleeping on the floor — I've found it surprisingly resilient. As long as you don't have chronic back issues or something, I suppose... I am a monk, gather that into consideration.

Amazon has excellent return policy, so if you're feeling especially frugal, give it a go!

u/MY_NAME_MELANIE · 1 pointr/bonnaroo

The EZ-up/tapestries/cot combo last year was AWESOME. I slept from about 6am-1pm easily every day thanks to that sweet airflow <3

Bought this one from Amazon. It's sturdy af, but the downside is it takes up almost as much space as the EZ-up when it's packed.

u/JustynCarter · 1 pointr/bonnaroo

Order these instead, slightly cheaper and a few more inches square space wise. Comes with a table too!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0043AK0O4