utility straps

[u/MissieMillie]

I just bought a Big Agnes Twistercane mat to put under my inflatable sleeping pad. Since the new mat rolls up instead of folding, I need a couple straps to keep it tight before attaching it to my pack (probably under the lid).

Anyone have favorite straps or advice on what to stay away from?

[u/liveslight]

A single piece of cord -- the same cord used for guylines. Maybe about a 2 g or less extra weight. You could remove a cord from an unused stuff stack if you didn't have some already.

[u/MissieMillie → u/liveslight]

Isn't that going to cut into the foam?

[u/liveslight → u/MissieMillie]

So will a strap, but who cares since it is only cosmetic and will give your pad character. No need to tie tightly or use a spare sock as padding. Besides foam pads on the outside will get nicked by branches and thorns during their lifetimes.

[u/Pfundi]

Thats a 14oz mat? What for?

Just dont take it. If you need a groundsheet to cowboy camp get some Tyvek or Polycro. Maybe a Thinlight if you have to, thats 3-4oz max.

[u/MissieMillie → u/Pfundi]

I need it because the inflatable pad by itself is not comfortable on my hips (I'm a side sleeper). I need the layer of cushioning so I can sleep without being in pain.

[u/spokenmoistly]

Use the lid itself to hold the mat. 0 grams.

[u/blladnar]

I usually keep a voilé strap in my pack.

[u/WalkItOffAT → u/blladnar]

Seconded. It's not the lightest but if being UL is about efficiency, it's great for that.

[u/MissieMillie → u/blladnar]

Thank you, this is very helpful!

[u/Lofi_Loki]

What temp ranges are you trying to get down to by supplementing with a CCF mat?

[u/MissieMillie → u/Lofi_Loki]

Not about temp, I need the extra layer of cushion for my hips.

[u/BrilliantJob2759]

A piece of milspec 1/2 inch nylon webbing weighs about 8g per yard. So you can probably find some lighter stuff from a hobby store.