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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #15 on: January 13, 2020, 05:43:47 AM »
I picked up a Klymit inflatable for like $7 at Sportsmans.  I used it in IL during deer season and then went and bought 1 ea. for my hunting partners for Christmas.  I really like it. 

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #16 on: January 13, 2020, 06:16:19 AM »
Dont over think this. Order the cheapest foam foldup sleep pad off amazon and cut it into 3 sections that way WHEN you walk off without it you will have a second :chuckle: 

This old yellow pad has been a lot of places. Finally retired it after a cactus filled NV hunt with the other third of itself. It is one piece of gear that NEVER leaves my pack.
:yeah: This pad is what I use as well, I keep it in one piece so I can fold it all the way open and have a comfortable afternoon nap! 
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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #17 on: January 13, 2020, 06:16:45 AM »
Like others , I just use a chunk of the cheap foam, have had a roll of the real cheap blue bedroll stuff for years. Literally cannot burn through it as hard as I try. I wish my mind would allow me to forget it on the mountain someday.  I’m a cheap-o so the accessories don’t get too technical for me.
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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #19 on: January 13, 2020, 06:55:47 AM »
I don't like extra stuff. Maybe I'm a simplton...I always have a small tarp in my pack for boning out meat, emergency shelter etc...so if I find the need to sit down I use it..

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #20 on: January 13, 2020, 07:20:18 AM »
I use the meat flap on my pack if I use anything. Just unbuckle pull it under my butt, my pack is a great back rest.
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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #21 on: January 13, 2020, 09:57:43 AM »
Use 1” foam camo pad from Walmart.  Just fits in kuiu pack.   Also makes good neck pad for packing antlers/head out as has strap on it. 

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #22 on: January 13, 2020, 10:18:02 AM »
I did the same as Karl....took my old worn out Thermarest Z lite pad and cut it up into 3 sitting pads. Such a good addition to my pack and almost no weight. Just strap it onto the outside of the pack and roll.
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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #23 on: January 13, 2020, 10:43:48 AM »
I picked up a closed cell foam sit pad for $5 on sale several years ago.  It rolls and stores easily in the water bottle pocket on my pack opposite the tripod on the other side.  Don't overthink it.

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #24 on: January 13, 2020, 10:52:08 AM »
I generally sit on my backpack if i dont want to get my butt wet.  Not super comfortable, but it saved me from getting bit on the ass by a wolf trap on new years day, so ill keep up with that program.  Never carried any kind of a pad, so i cant recommend one, but spring season can be pretty chilly in the morning, then warm mid day.  A heavy wool coat in the am that you shed when the mercury rises could make for a good butt pad.

I always pack sandwich and cup o noodles and snacks so sitting on pack not so great.  Tried putting in gallon ziplock and pulling crushables out but miss having pack to lean against. 

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #25 on: January 13, 2020, 03:31:15 PM »
I bought a couple cheapo seat pads, but I carry the thermarest z seat now and love it.

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #26 on: January 13, 2020, 03:37:32 PM »
I carry a small thermarest inflatable seat pad.  Rolls up small and deploys fast.  I've been using the same pad for close to 20 years.  It's been patch in a few places but holding up well.
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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #27 on: January 13, 2020, 03:44:13 PM »
Dont know what would have happened to my ass if id have been using an inflatable pad that day.   :chuckle:

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #28 on: January 13, 2020, 03:51:04 PM »
Dont know what would have happened to my ass if id have been using an inflatable pad that day.   :chuckle:

It would've provided a little cushion!

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Re: Sitting pad
« Reply #29 on: January 13, 2020, 04:05:12 PM »
I literally carry a knee pad that old ladies use for gardening. It straps perfectly to the outside of my bag, is thicker than the fold ups, and weighs nothing. And it doesn't pool water if it's snowing or raining like the dimpled pads do.

Looks goofy, but cheap and works.

I do the same, I bought extra straps and roll it up and tether to the bottom of my pack. Never been wet using it and it provides warmth and cushion to my rear end.   
For $9.99 it’s hard to go wrong.  Mine is 3 seasons old and needs to be replaced now. Worth every penny IMO
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