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Grazie, addesso vedo i materassi. In this particular case I think the horizontal tubes might be more comfortable. Since the mattress is so wide probably you're not going to roll off the side. But they're both okay. I have the Intex and it's comfortable. Ma due cose: 1) These mattresses are...

Buongiorno Luca, Purtroppo i tuoi links don't work (per me) but I will comment on your question anyway. I prefer vertical tubes, with two larger tubes on the outside to prevent you from rolling off the mattress. I tried horizontal tubes and didn't like them---your body weight collapses the...

I agree with Bush Head. And I think you need something longer than 10 feet for your weight. Also, kayaking doesn't burn a lot of calories unless you're putting a lot of effort into it over a long period of time. http://www.kayakquixotica.com/2011/07/28/is-kayaking-a-good-way-to-lose-weight/ Of...

AML, thanks for that feedback. In the meantime I finally put wiffle balls on the chair feet. Works better than racquet balls. The wiffle balls do fit in the bag.

Are you looking for storage at home, or in your vehicle? At home I use a cabinet with shelves located in a room near the exit door. It's easier to see things on shelves than in boxes. In my vehicle I use these: http://outdoorproducts.com/storm-duffles/ $37 for two bags at...

HEIGHT: How much of a problem is your height? Well, for the Americans here (like myself), 2.01 m is 6 feet 7 inches, which is extremely tall. It means that you have to look for a long size in everything, especially the tent, sleeping bag, and backpack. Those do come in regular and long but long...

Here are the four most important items and a general idea of what to look for: TELTS: 2 person (4 person is way too heavy), 2.2 kg or less. http://www.gandrs.lv/pargajienu-un-trekinga-teltis/telts-taurus-l-2p/ GULAMMAISS: Down if you can afford it. Ideal is .9 kg. Rated to about 2 degrees...

I think this is the best idea I've seen so far---fairly simple and convenient, should work well in sand. No, wait, the best one was a guy who 3-D PRINTED his own plastic feet with a disc on the bottom!

I saw a post somewhere online by a guy who had been to a large outdoor gear exposition. He said he saw many Helinox chair knockoffs there and he thought they were flimsy, didn't support as much weight as the Helinox. Hmm . . .

Good point, I didn't think about that. Is there anything like this http://www.campsaver.com/helinox-ball-feet?gclid=CMSatd72h8YCFVKPHwodNYYAJw available other than through Helinox?

I think there will be knockoffs of the Cot One and the High Cot within the next year. Since Asian companies are making very similar chairs and tables they obviously have the design capability and technology. The greater challenge of the cots for knockoffs is that they have to support up to 250...

OK, I experimented with the racquetballs. It didn't go that well. The balls tend to tear as you cut them. Doable but not easy. I also think they're a bit heavy and bulky. I'm going to try the strap idea next---someone in this forum had a way of attaching a webbing strap across the feet. Maybe...

Well I think the real problem here is poor feet on a $150 chair. No excuse for that. All outdoor chairs need sink-resistant feet. With a rubber racquetball I bet you could cut a tight circle that will closely the opening pretty well rather than an X. I'll try that soon and let you know how it...

The High Cot is 74.8" x 26.8"

AML, Is the High Cot stable in spite of the length of the legs? Does it feel like it can support your weight solidly even when you move around on it? The setup appears to be as easy as the Cot One, since the legs are all attached together. I agree that 26" isn't wide enough for a luxury cot...

TABLE: I guess I'm officially a Helinox addict, even though I complain mightily about their prices. The Table One arrived today and I have to say I love it. It's surprisingly strong and sturdy thanks to the same tensioning of the poles as with the chairs and cots. The cup holders will be handy...

How long is "a little hike"?

I was looking for a Helinox Table One knockoff and found one in this forum that ships from Thailand. It was about $35 compared to $100 for the Helinox. I was afraid to order from Thailand so in the end I got the Helinox for $89 from LL Bean. Folks here were also satisfied with their Helinox...

Yes, the lining of the Bean bags feels luxuriously soft on the skin, much more so than flannel dare I say. The main advantage of down is weight and compressibility. I also really like the way you can pull it close around your body for warmth. Plus it feels light on top of you. LL Bean has the...

Honestly I love all of my gear. I really enjoy camping and sports gear for its practical and esthetic qualities. I went through years of research and experimentation, buying things and reselling them on Craigslist when I found something better. Over the years you learn more, you become more...