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Subject: Re: HELP! Need info on foam pads (camping)
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Date: Fri, 30-Aug-85 13:26:00 EDT
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I own a Therm-A-Rest pad from Cascade Designs.  The pad is a foam/air hybrid.
It has an air valve which allows the air to be squeezed out for packing.
When unpacking it, the valve is opened and the foam expands to refill the pad
with air.  (There is no pumpimg or blowing to inflate.)  It's great for
protection from both rough ground and cold ground.  You should find such pads
in most sporting goods stores, probably from several manufactures by now.

Mike Stroyan, hpfcla!stroyan