Kamp-Rite Tent Cots - Perth

Thanks but its NOT what I asked for.

Hey Kev,

I've been using one of those Oztrails for the last couple of years and its been brilliant...cheaper too. I'm glad I didn't suggest it. :-)

Post from a few years ago if this helps

http://www.exploroz.com/Forum/Topic/76997/Kamp-Rite_Tent_Cots_Any_info_please.aspx

I echo the comments about the condensation - I bought the oversize single for my trip up the Canning in 2013 - worked a treat. One change I made was to get a local canvas/tent maker to put two inverted 'U' flaps in the end with a zipper so the end flaps could be opened from the top (not the bottom as per standard config) - this worked a treat as the airflow was above your sleeping position. One self inflator and a sleeping bag - comfortable as.

Hi Scott, the king single is what I'm leaning towards but could go for the double subject to its packed size. But need to have that touchy feely lay-in. Yes I came across/read that post in my research. Thanks

I like to sleep face down so it has to be on a flat surface, not like as if you're in a hammock, so I'm wondering how supportive the Kamp-rites are in this aspect.

Rod, would suit your sleeping position. The Kamp-rites don't have much sag at all, fairly tight yet surprisingly comfortable. I would put it on par with an innerspring for rigidity.
There are no cross members anywhere close to the sleeping area.

I totally get your "touchy feely" - I'm sometimes asked by newbies what I consider the most important factor in remote camping. My reply is invariably "a good nights sleep" - you can put up with the rest of the hassles as long as you're not tired.

Well I'm commited now. Just purchased one from Snowys in Adelaide for $284 including delivery to Perth.

Rod, think you will be happy - the oversize is good as it has more space inside and you can sit up in it (also has the added bonus of being able to be used as a lounge / banana chair). The only albeit minor downside is it's larger and slightly heavier than the the standard size cot (which was a bit claustrophobic for my tastes).

I would strongly suggest you follow my suggestion and get an extra zipper put in both end flaps (upside down U shape) to allow air flow through the top of the tent .... made a world of difference to mine and almost no condensation - also added benefit of air-flow on colder nights being well above the bedding level.

Bit hard to see, but you can just make out the 2nd zipper on this shot inside the orginal one...

Rod, let us know how it goes - sure you'll be happy, just always nice to know whether advice provided was appropriate.

Yep will do. They gota leash up the camel team to bring it across the Nullarbor at this stage.