Roll-a-cot

[robkanraft]

Hey campers, tell me your opinions on Roll-a-Cot brand cots.

[okieboater]

I have used a lot of folding cots including the heavy duty military surplus units.

The best cot I have ever used and still use is the roll a cot wide version.

They are a bit different to set up but once you get the hang of it, not a problem. I say this because the side rails slide inside each other and the legs fold up a bit different than I would expect. But, use the cot a few times and it all makes sense. The entire deal folds up and rolls into a package about the size of the average roll up chair we all use on float trips.

These cots are made in USA and use USA materials.

The legs are bomber, the material is some sort of plastic mesh that is also bomber.

I use mine a lot on river trips. No bugs and no rain and I am putting my paco pad on the roll a cot under the stars and enjoying the best sleep a person can expect.

Mine has a bunch of years of hard use on it and it still looks new.

[dogpatch]

They work well. We bought them for our Canyon trip.......you need to be up off the ground to keep away from the scorpions and the hunta virus mice. Several people had them and with the heat you want to be close to the cold water of the river as possible. We were lined up by the shore like barracks. They sleep well, we usually put down our therm a rests on top of the plastic mesh. You can use them to sleep out anywhere in the Southwest where there isn't a lot of humidity, or under a tarp around here if you don't want to be confined inside a tent. Like Dave says they're somewhat of a trick to learn how to set up, but once that's done they can be assembled in just a couple of minutes. The only other thing is you have to be careful not to sit on the ends, as they will topple up on you. They're amazingly strong and durable.

[robkanraft]

Thanks guys, one more at you... I was concerned about the straight leg cots in general either sinking into the sand or gravel under my 225#s ,or punching through a tent floor?

[Cowper]

Ditto the positive reviews above. I use it without a pad in warm weather, add the pad if it is likely to be cool.

Sinking into sand was generally limited, and not a problem. Once or twice I put a rock or stick under the leg to limit the amount of sink.

I haven't used in a tent, but would be very concerned about the floor. I recommend you find something to really spread the load. About 4 frisbee's would be perfect, but I'm thinking just browse your garage, or, if you're not a packrat, then browse Wally World or Lowes and you'll find something that makes sense and is reasonably priced.

[Randy Dodson]

We've had two roll a cots for nearly 20 years and they still don't show any signs of wear. Love em.

[lbaker]

Just curious, how many use the regular width, or the wide. I'm considering one of these also, for hot weather camping, w tarp. I'm not a big person, but do sleep on my side. Thinking the extra 1 lb for 4" is not a bad thing.
Any thoughts?
Leigh

[Richard]

Here is my system. Less expensive but probably not as long lasting. I figure I have 5-10 years to go so it should last for me. I no longer recommend Paha Que. They are having financial problems and consequently the warranty is worthless. I do, however, love the 10x10 screenroom/tent pictured. It has no floor so punching through a tent floor is not an issue. I don't leave the house without a table and chair.

Tent - Sleep System


My sleep system is all weather. I use a military style cot that, unlike the real thing, is easy to set up. It is heavier and bulkier but cheaper than the roll-a-cot. I have a 30x78x3" pad. I find it to be as comfortable in the summer as in the winter. In the pictured OR dry-bag I have a 3 season 40º sleeping bag. to make it 30º, I include snow bibs, fleece sweater, socks, gloves and hat. I have an over-sized rain poncho that works as a tarp in the case of rain. In the same bag, I keep a headlamp that I put around my neck when I set up camp while it is still light.

Cot - Sleep System

[okieboater]

down river equipment has roll a cots on sale

not sure how long tho

[Richard]

I did a quick check and could not find a better delivered cost than what Dave found.
That sale price is for the 32" wide cot. 4" wider than the standard cot.
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[lbaker]

Think I may have to get it.
Thanks guys

[lbaker]

FYI, just rec'd cot, NOT 32", as they only carry the 28" also, quoted the shipping as 9.00 charged 13.00. Contemplating sending it back.
Leigh

[Richard]

That's the pits! It said 32" when I looked at it. It now shows 28"
I may give them a call.

Most online purchases I make I print the screen showing the item and invoice amount. Most the time there is no problem but it does pay off occassionally.

[lbaker]

Richard,
I did have my online receipt, and the web page did say 32" when I called them, so they must have corrected it shortly thereafter. They were nice about it, said if they sold a 32" they'd ship it. They are sending me a return sticker and a refund...hopefully.
Leigh

[robkanraft]

Just got mine in from DR last night when I got home from work., excellent price. Haven't tried assembly yet. I was expecting the standard width, and that's what I got. It "appears" plenty wide. I've not seen many offerings for the extra wide, but personally, the seven foot long would be a problem in smaller tents, I think. Now, Dave, could you walk me through assembly? The slider deal confused me, but it was late... and I worked a 12 in the heat yesterday.