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...The zipper should be double stitched, applied so that there is an insulated flap running along the inside of the zipper when the bag is in use.

Size is a factor. "Finished" rather than "cut" size is most important. Best-quality bags are larger than the standard 75" x 33". A camper should look for a bag 8" to 10" more than his height. Some bags are constructed so they can be joined together as a double-sized sleeping bag.

Duck is used for a cover in better-quality bags, with poplin or rayon used in lower quality units. Lining should be flannel or flannelette. Percale and nylon are used in some bags. Not as warm, they do permit freer movement. Whatever material is used, it should have a water-repellent finish.

The camping variant of the air mattress sizes and styles vary. Most comfortable are those made with a "tufted" or sewn effect. Least comfortable are those with large air cells, which some times run full length of the mattress. Better models are larger, usually about 72" x 28" with promotional models generally about 70" x 24".

Twelve-volt electric pumps are available for inflating camping mattresses. Some have built-in foot pumps. Universal foot-pump inflators with valves to fit all mattresses are available. Foam pads serve the same purpose, but these camping mattresses do not require inflation. They occupy more space, but eliminate any possibility of leak or puncture.

The best thing that you can do for yourself is replace your mattress every once in a while. You will find that now that you know more about camping mattresses, you will be needing to get a new one soon. Dont forget what you have read here today as well.

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