It seems that I've heard of more problems with BA air mattresses failing than any other piece of camping gear ever. I would think that when you're rolling one up and putting all your weight on it the PSI would go way way up as area decreased.

To me, you guys are over thinking the rolling bit. I have a nearly 30 yr old thermarest if it matters. Although, I did replace the metal valves with the new plastic when they were introduced cause the metal ones were a pain. Anyway, I just fold mine in half (making a ~square) and roll it up squeezing out air with both hands and knees before the next revolution. A minute seems far longer than it probably takes total time. I then unroll it for packing as it gives the pack some shape and provides padding between any poky things and my back. Any air left in it finds it's way to the voids anyway so even if there's some air left inside it's not noticeable.

As long as I'm thinking about it. FWIW - I have two 3/4" x 3/4 length thermarests. When I first started soloing, I'd bring them both thinking I'd be twice as comfy. What I found was twice the weight and effort to be AS comfy. Even with the one I let out some air once I get situated.


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As some who have experience here on QJ have already suggested be sure and wear some type of underclothing at night lest the oils/dirt/grime/mud/bug spray/blood/fish slime/etc. soil your inner sanctuary.

I just wear pretty much what I've been wearing all day every day being sure to rinse most the mud out of my pant legs when needed. If they don't dry before I hit the sac they will have by morning and I have yet to wash a sleeping bag and my last 7 trips were in August.