89: Get Your Head Down - Sleeping Mats

About this episode

Cathy and Wayne discuss the essentials of sleeping mats for outdoor camping.

Get in touch! Get all the knowledge you need for a great nights sleep out under the stars as Cathy & Wayne chat about the ins and outs of sleeping mats. Learn about different types of mat, insulation ratings, why shape is important, why thicker isn't always warmer and discover why a "schnozzel" is a very important piece of kit. Packed full of fun facts and plenty of fun and laughter, this podcast will have you sleeping like a baby. Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donati...

People in this episode

Hosts: Cathy Casey, Wayne Singleton

Topics covered

• sleeping mats
• outdoor gear
• camping
• insulation ratings
• wilderness
• sleeping outdoors

Keywords

• sleeping mats
• camping gear
• outdoor sleeping
• insulation
• wilderness
• sleeping outdoors
• schnozzel

Mentioned in this episode

Products: sleeping mats, schnozzel

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