Good solid cot, beefier than the therma-rest option but also a little bulkier - Helinox Cot Lite

I own a Therma-rest luxurylite cot and while I do like it when I saw this cot, it looked beefier and the weight between one and the other was comparable. I have used this cot once now and it definitely is beefier than the luxury light. The side poles are thicker and the cot feels more solid. The support legs are also sturdier. This all comes at a price though. While the weight difference (at least on paper, I have not verified by weighing them both) is minimal, the luxurylite packs into a much smaller bundle and easier to carry on a backpack. I enjoy my comfort even when backpacking and I do carry my luxurylite with me. I don't see myself doing the same with this cot because it would take quite a bit more space in my pack. I will continue to use it but only when I go car camping and leave the luxurylite for my backpacking outings.

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