Love my Exped Megamat 10. Not cheap (paid like $220 four years ago) but it’s extremely comfortable. I love that it allows me to sleep on my side or in my back.
I use a Exped Megamat XLW, it's 30.3" wide. I'm a side sleeper and use a quilt, but I tend to roll a lot during the night, and this pad works great for me.
>would we still need a cot or something under it to not be cold
No. If you are worried about the cold, you won't be cold. Megamat Max has an insulating R-rating of 10.6 (highest in the industry). You get a cot only if you want it easier on your legs (to get up when you wake up). If you use a cot and Megamat Max, it is basically a home setup.
>Is there any downside to sharing a double size vs having multiple singles?
You won't feel much of the movement (of your spouse) with doubles and it is nice if you are a cuddler but if you have two singles next to each other you can have two comfort levels (i.e. different levels of air in the air+foam mat) in each mat. Like, one could have a firm bad and one could have a soft bed. Also, if a dog jumps on it and there is a puncture, it is better to have two than one.
If you are a toss & turn side sleeper, definitely get the Max (15) not the regular Megamat (10). I have both and you can feel the difference with the extra 5 cm. Max is more comfy.
Yes. 25% off usually. Every REI sale. Find when the next sale is and pull the trigger. REI is the best place due to the extended return policy.
Also, these usually come with a manual pump (which is adequate) but I highly recommend their battery-operated pump, if you are gonna have multiple mats. Unlike other pumps, it locks into the Exped valve.
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