mikea5232
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I have a hunt this fall where i would like to be sleeping on something other than the ground. Thinking about getting a cot. Anyone have any suggestions one a good comfortable cot?
Curious about cots
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LaHunter
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Since this is posted in the backpacking gear & clothing section, I am assuming you will be packing it in on your back vs livestock. Therma Rest makes a good light wt cot, but it still weighs nearly as much as a light wt tent, so you have to decide if the wt is worth it. I weigh about 210-215 lbs and the largest one works well for me. You will still need a good pad, so factor that in to your pack wt also. I'm not sure I will use mine again if I am the one packing it in, if I have livestock, then I would definitely use it.
mikea5232
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Im not packing it in far so weight isn't a huge issue. Thanks for your response.
huntsman22
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helinox....
If weight and size limitations are no issue, a full size aluminum framed G.I. cot, would get my nod. I bought mine from Cabela's, around 20 years ago. Pain in the fingers to set up, but worth the effort for comfort, while sleeping.
Best cot if weight is not a factor is the GI Army cots go to a local army surplus and get one, They will last you years and at an affordable price. They will all be aluminum for the real ones. I did buy a brown one at walmart last year coleman trailhead 2. It works but doubt it will last a century like my army one.
