Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat Review
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7 жыл бұрынMy take on the Z-seat and all the uses that I got out of it during my Thru-Hike.
Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat: amzn.to/2ip71fS
Therm-a-rest Z lite sol: amzn.to/2pLr2Qr
Cheaper version of a similar z-seat: amzn.to/2pLPQra
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@paulposson6563 7 жыл бұрын
On my last hike I used the Zseat as a knee pillow. Sounds a little strange but as someone with back issues, sliding the Zseat between my knees while I sleep on my side helps me keep my back aligned. Opening the Zseat halfway gave me about the perfect width.
@leapintothewild 7 жыл бұрын
Ditto!
@420BLUNTLEY 5 жыл бұрын
I put it down right before my girl blows me
@LostOnLandAgain 7 жыл бұрын
My daughter cut off the bottom couple of panels on her z lite off and used it as a 'sit upon' on her thru hike. She loved it..
@Tracks777 7 жыл бұрын
Keep it up! Looking forward for more videos from you, don't stop!
@jschwederslp 7 жыл бұрын
I use a piece of reflectix the exact same way. I place it under my sleep pad right at my core. I feel like it made a big difference in my warmth.
@flashmanv3260 7 жыл бұрын
I also use it as extra padding for the back of my backpack. Not so much my big pack, but when I use my small day pack, I fold it in half and put it in first along the back of the pack. It's a great little item.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+flashman V It is for such a little lite piece of gear. So purposeful
@anthonytruman 6 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel and decided to go with this and the neoair xlite short version for my sleeping system. Thank you so much!
@yakitoriPB 6 жыл бұрын
Use mine for lots of purposes. I trimmed off one section. My favorite use for it is stuffing it under the top of my sleeping pad to elevate the sleeping pad under my head (like a pillow). I started doing this to ditch my aeros pillow. Air pillows are not comfortable to me. Not only that...they lack insulation so in cold weather my head and neck get too cold.
@anthonytruman 6 жыл бұрын
I love stuff you can use for multiple uses
@swatsullivan 7 жыл бұрын
Cool! I like the Zseat, but you could just as easily cut the z lite. I may get one of those as well for kicks. Great idea with the amazon store!!
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+swatsullivan If you are looking for a pad and don't need a inflatable pad, then this is a great way to knock out 2 birds as long as you're not like 6'6 or something. Thanks Swat!
@acemurphy2 7 жыл бұрын
I use mine @ Little League games. Those benches are rock hard. 🌲🌲🌲
@dansklrvids7303 5 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@ryannesbitt5419 5 жыл бұрын
I use the z lite pad and I use my Zseat as a a lumbar support
@GreetersThru-Hike 7 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed mine for the week I had it! I kept it on top of my pack. I had to go under a tree with lots of gnarled limbs. One of them snagged it, and I didn't even know it! One of. My buddies left the trail last week and left things he didn't want to carry back. One was his sleeping pad. I took my knife and made another. 😀
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Greeter's 2017 Thru-Hike The Trail takesith, and gives it right back. That's really cool Rick. Enjoying your videos and almost caught back up. You are doing great!!!!
@robertwood4783 7 жыл бұрын
Great videos. Thanks. Is it possible when time allows, to do a video on transporting backpacks by plane and train to Georgia and getting to Springer Mountain for foreigners. Getting to the airport in Maine to depart next request.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+robert wood I'll look into it, I think there quite a few folks this would be very helpful to. Thanks Robert
@robertwood4783 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@StormLaker 6 жыл бұрын
My last BWCA trip.....I realized as I age (now 43), my butt has gotten bonier than ever. Sitting on logs around the fire grate and in the canoe was kind of annoying by the end of the week because I was lacking some padding to sit on, haha.
@troutstalker7855 6 жыл бұрын
does the seat give off heat. ?thanks .
@KenshinPhoenix 3 жыл бұрын
The z lite is far too short for me as it is, so going to go for the ridge rest sol large
@deboramomeyer6655 7 жыл бұрын
I questioned which side to sit/sleep on and which side to place to the ground. In my research its recommended reflective side up. Do you all agree? How do you use yours? Nice review on a simple but extremely valuable piece of gear. It was gifted to me and I since have paid it forward to others. Second video of yours I'm watching. Great job. Thanks to ER for spreading the word.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Debra Momeyer Reflective side up so it reflects your body heat to keep you warmer I believe is the idea.
@deboramomeyer6655 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dndlnx 6 жыл бұрын
But the coyote color in this video has no reflective side, correct? Like the yellow one at REI. Amazon: "Durable, lightweight closed-cell foam, with an aluminized coating, provides comfort and warmth Note: Coyote version has no aluminized coating"
@briand.4589 6 жыл бұрын
I like the prana hat, how is the sizing? I hope it’s big head friendly. Please advise thanks great videos
@FollowBigfoot 6 жыл бұрын
These hats are one of my favorites. It is adjustable and I love them!
@Loathomar 7 жыл бұрын
You said that you found the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol to be too long, was that the regular or the short? If you buy the regular Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol it is 72in and costs $45 on your link and the short is 51" and cost $35, meaning if you buy the regular, cut off 4 folds and you that as your pad, you have a 21" seat pad (rather then the 12" official seat) and a short Sol for $45. My only concern would be that cutting the pad would allow water to get into the pad. Do you know if anyone had that problem? Thanks for the review.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Loathomar It was the regular pad. I am 5'8" and it was much longer than what I needed. No issues with water getting into the pad with the closed cell foam material they use to make it. Never heard of that problem. If i was going to use the Sol, I would buy the largest length and cut it and save some money by avoiding buying a butt pad
@kiralypeter88 7 жыл бұрын
what about using it as a torso length sleeping pad extender
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Péter Király yes sir, another great use for this!
@whatfreedom7 4 жыл бұрын
Anyone know if it’s waterproof?
@Softouch333 3 жыл бұрын
yes closed cell foam
@antoniabaker7770 7 жыл бұрын
Whats an R value
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
It's a measure of resistance to heat flow through an insulating material. The higher the R-Value, the greater the insulating power. Most people don't realize that this is a CRITICAL piece when you are looking for a pad for use outside of Summer (60 Degree+ temps) use temperatures. In winter, early spring or Fall conditions I would recommend at least an R-value of 3+. I use the NeoAir which has a R-value of 3.2.
@antoniabaker7770 7 жыл бұрын
thankyou.
@ChuckNoctis 7 жыл бұрын
I just got the china model and it's a bit lighter and it's 1 dollar. Tried it and it works great.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+ChuckNoctis can you out a link in this thread for others to check it out. Thanks Chuck!
@ChuckNoctis 7 жыл бұрын
It is a little more flimsy and does not have as much cushion but it is lighter and it does the job well. www.aliexpress.com/item/Useful-Foldable-XPE-Outdoor-Seat-Cushion-Chair-Waterproof-Picnic-Camping-Pad/32608221479.html
@rumblechick73 7 жыл бұрын
The seat is showing as unavailable on Amazon right now.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Diana Hammond I just put up another link, but the shipping is ridiculous on it. I would probably just try and find it somewhere else online or stop by your local REI
@rumblechick73 7 жыл бұрын
LOL The nearest REI is about 400 miles away, guess the shipping would be cheaper than the gas!
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
+Diana Hammond True true
@rumblechick73 7 жыл бұрын
And now for that one you just linked, all is well until you get to the shipping weight....where it says 9 pounds! I think somebody writing that page needs glasses or coffee!
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
Haha, that's funny. Maybe they send you a brick with it????
@antoniabaker7770 7 жыл бұрын
Yours was too long because your short. We amazon giants need all the length we can get.
@FollowBigfoot 7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, probably true. Im 5'8".
@diegoornelas3394 5 жыл бұрын
I’m vegan
@johngalt6929 7 жыл бұрын
Useful item but stupid expensive IMO.
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