Reusing old Thermarest SOLite pad

Posted by: MaxB

Reusing old Thermarest SOLite pad - 04/19/19 06:26 PM

Does anyone have ideas on how to reuse an old Thermarest SOLite pad, ways to incorporate it into new gear?
Posted by: Glenn Roberts

Re: Reusing old Thermarest SOLite pad - 04/19/19 06:53 PM

Pot cozies? Pouches in which to rehydrate freeze-dried food? “Mocassins” or “booties” for wear in camp or in a sleeping bag? Sit pad for breaks or in camp? “Door mat” for a tent vestibule?
Posted by: Bill Kennedy

Re: Reusing old Thermarest SOLite pad - 04/20/19 06:37 AM

Most obvious would be a sit pad, and also use under your feet at night if you're using a 3/4-length sleeping pad.

It could also be used as a back pad in a homemade pack, frameless or otherwise. Covered with a breathable fabric, like a soft shell fabric or maybe mesh, it might allow better air circulation than a plain flat pad.
Posted by: BZH

Re: Reusing old Thermarest SOLite pad - 04/22/19 11:15 AM

I use three sections as a sit pad and as an entry mat to my tent.