OZtrail 3D Fatmat 750
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Good but valve can be finicky - UPDATED worth a second try? – Large and cumfy. Takes time to inflate (especially your first time). It self inflates... be patient You can put in extra air (not much required). most people say do not use your beath to inflate but as yet have found no pump / ,connection that will suitable go over in some way the valve in any fashion (you dent need high pressure at all..) The trick is making sure the valve is sealed once you have it inflated. It needs to be as concentric and seated in the housing as best as possible (it has no fixed axis it is free floating like many). Valve is tricky enough that we specifically carry a spray bottle of soapy water when camping.. so you get the picture.
Pack up is not as hard as people say you just need to fully open the valve initially and fold a few times then close valve to "air out only" then fold few more times..
The pack bag is oversized because you never get it back to original (like a bail of hay) and yes it is large! but that's comfort.
If i could chose again I would NOT buy just because of the valve (would choose a brand that does not use that type of valve)
UPDATE FEB 2024: Purchased an Exped Megamat 10 LXW (a 100mm - 4" unit) the valves are very good... But its no where near!! as comfortable as the Oztrail Fatmat 750 was when it was not leaking air. The Exped is s l o w to inflate and no mater how you balance the air it still is not as comfy as a Fatmat 750.. (and there is no way I'm going to spend a fortune on an Exped 150mm - 6" unit).
End of day contemplating getting another Oztrail 3D fatmat 750.. just have to pray that the valve works longer than a few nights because sleep is number one when your away camping.
It was my valve, rare but happens, took a video of it and returned to tent world they sorted it out.
Did get a different brand just out of concern for that valve style and how far we are from camping shops.
Shame though man it was cumfy!
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Dear Rog, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your fatmat. We appreciate your input and want to ensure that you have the best experience with your fatmat.
We understand that the inflation process may take a bit longer than expected during the first use. To assist with this, we recommend leaving the fatmat in the sun if possible before inflation. The heat can help the material become more pliable and facilitate a smoother inflation process.
We apologize for any inconvenience you may have encountered and hope this suggestion proves helpful. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our customer support team/
Thank you again for choosing OZtrail, and we appreciate your understanding.
Best regards, Team OZtrail