Im going on a Elk scouting trip/ Trout fishing trip this summer in the Big Horns in Wyoming. Im planning on sleeping in my Enclosed Utility trailer. Being im a big guy and am use to sleeping on a pretty firm mattress im looking for advice on what to set up to buy. Weight and space is not an issue. Any help on a good set up is appreciated!
Sleeping cot
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I have a couple of these:
They're OK. Not the lightest, but very strong. They're utilitarian: even if you like a very firm mattress you may still want SOMETHING under you, even if just for insulation. The kids are fine on them with sleeping bags but I like a sleeping pad under me as well.
They're OK. Not the lightest, but very strong. They're utilitarian: even if you like a very firm mattress you may still want SOMETHING under you, even if just for insulation. The kids are fine on them with sleeping bags but I like a sleeping pad under me as well.
Winchester
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Yeah, that's basically just a standard Army cot.
I have slept more hours on those that I care to count … it's a good firm cot, but not very comfortable without a pad.
I have slept more hours on those that I care to count … it's a good firm cot, but not very comfortable without a pad.
Slugz
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Many models out there. We use old Bass Pro oversize cots. I think the main items to consider.
1) Get a oversized one. Dont go regular size at all.
2) Large thick pad to insulate frok the air underneath.
3) Side braces are a must. Minimum of four. Really stiffins it up and provides a solid foundation to sleep on.
1) Get a oversized one. Dont go regular size at all.
2) Large thick pad to insulate frok the air underneath.
3) Side braces are a must. Minimum of four. Really stiffins it up and provides a solid foundation to sleep on.
buckbull
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I bought a 10inch thick (size: full) memory foam mattress and a collapsible metal frame. The metal frame can collapse into a 3ft x 3ft x 1ft package. I use it tent camping but would work in your enclosed trailer. I don't get a good nights sleep in a cot anymore, getting too old i guess.
in my experience .... so is a plywood floor .
imho.. if you have a pad , no cot is needed.
but I have been blessed with the ability to simply sleep on pretty much any flat surface.
not sure even a bed of nails would hinder me.
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madeilieene
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Basically, the only thing I would advise my younger self and to you as well - "just visit IKEA". Honestly, it has all you need to acquire a good sleep. Normally you should sleep in the bed you always want to come back to. It's like a beloved and magical place where you want to come every evening and enjoy your dreams. I thought so until I dreamed of a snake with two heads and was frightened until I read one meaning here https://dreams-meaning.com/blog/snakes-in-dreams from a competent woman talking about this dream. In fact, such snakes bring fortune and wealth.
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