Submitted by: Eldad - New Hampton, NY
| NATIONAL PARKS QUICKLINKS |
| Product Year | 2009 |
| For Women: | |
| Frame Type: | internal |
| Load Type: | top-loading |
| Fixed Capacity (cubic inches): | |
| Expandable Capacity (min): | 3965 cu. in. |
| Expandable Capacity (max): | 3965 cu. in. |
| Sizes Available: | 3 |
| Smallest Size (Torso Length): | 15 |
| Largest Size (Torso Length): | 20 |
| Features: | Hydration sleeve (no bladder included), Shove-it (or shovel) pocket, Spindrift collar, Water bottle holsters |
| Weight (lbs, oz): | 3,2 |
| Price: | $149 |
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Q.}
I'm on a budget. Why shouldn't I substitute a $10 pool float for a sleeping pad that costs $100 or more?
Submitted by: Eldad - New Hampton, NY
A.}
I think you should give it a whirl, Eldad! You only have 10 bucks to lose, after all! But make no mistake: your friends with real sleeping pads will be much better off. A pool float is inferior for several reasons:
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