Foam Sleeping Pads vs Inflatable Pads on the Appalachian Trail
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One of the biggest questions when choosing a sleeping pad for the Appalachian Trail (AT) is deciding between a closed-cell foam or inflatable sleeping
One of the biggest questions when choosing a sleeping pad for the Appalachian Trail (AT) is deciding between a closed-cell foam or inflatable sleeping pad. Before we get into the details, the biggest
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Water Repellent Lightweight sleeping pad: Built from heavy duty, water repellent 70 D Ripstop nylon; Our camping pad packs tightly with the roll
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Hyke & Byke Appalachian Inflatable Sleeping Pad for Camping and Backpacking - WR 70 D Ripstop Nylon Fabric - 76 x 24 in - Long - Gray Green
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Foam Sleeping Pads vs Inflatable Pads on the Appalachian Trail