CAMERON E. from United States, OK Public Profile

I was on the fence to purchase this product because of its bulk, however, the sleep factor and the ability to sit somewhere without getting gravel imbedded in my ass far outweigh the ridgerest's size. it is so much better than sleeping on the cold ground or on cedar branches or leaves which is usually how I cushion my nights rest. I am using it in conjunction with the NeoAir VW (?) which is also really comfy but I think I will primarily use the ridgerest from now on though. I toss and turn quite a bit but the pad keeps me comfortable as a side sleeper. I tend to think I am fussy sleeper but this pad helps so much and it's practically indestructible. got it cheap on sale which is why I didn't get the zlite but might in the future or when this one breaks down in 20 years. after I unboxed it, I laid on it and I could actually feel the ridges circulate heat. maybe it's just me but I notice it regardless. if you can spare the size/weight and are looking for budget backpacking I firmly suggest this or any other closed cell pad by thermarest. I only have two of their products but so far they are both really well constructed and fit their purpose with excellence.

So far, this thing is a beast. Took it camping for a week and after numerous drops and bangs and crazy ass fluctuations in temperature, this mug performed with excellence. I have the 16oz and I should have also picked up the 12oz but I didn't. In 30 years when this one dies I'll get the 12oz. I purchased from the Shed site. The condition and fit/finish was as stated by Campsaver. Was a display model and looked NIB! Purchased like 6 Stanley products at the same time and all were "like new". While I love the mugs with the flip top lids, the vacuum mugs are where it's at. The mouth peice is very comfortable, SPILL PROOF and the rate of flow is perfect for me. I am totally satisfied with this purchase.

Although I cannot speak on longevity I have so far been please with the performance of this product. Though it seems too large for backpacking, using this wide-mouth container saved me fuel and the worry of burning my meal while setting up camp. Boil water, pour in Stanley food jar, mix in food stuffs and screw it down. 30 minutes later the meal is prepared. Keeps food piping hot maybe two hours (?) if I waited that long. definitely did not after five hours. these numbers don't bother me because I'm generally using another Stanley product for greater, long-haul liquid toting. I am pleased with the overall design.

i bought my bag after about two or three months of researching similar, more expensive bags. in comparison to the helly hansen, north face base camp, patagonia bag and some various stuff on amazon the granite gear just kind of caught my eye. it went on sale at Campsaver and it was much less than any other site. I got the small duffel and my new grand trunk hammock for 55$ after shipment! I traveled with the GG duffel to DC for a week and Baltimore for a week. I was surprised at the amount of weight and material the bag can hold and remain relatively well-balanced. there are sever options and configurations for carrying. I prefer the backpack straps for medium heavy loads and the large shoulder strap for the heaviest loads. I filled my bag with prob 15-20 rolled shirts and six pairs of rolled pants, a few books and my toiletries. I couldn't find anywhere on the net which gave a good description of how much this could actually carry and this is the best description I can provide. it was pretty tightly packed, but even with crossing 5 different plane trips there were no scuffs, tears or stressed stitching. so far I am really pleased.