I some what had the same problem when I first started using a hammock, because I used a closed cell foam pad, but I easily solved it by purchasing a Big Agnes air core insulated pad. It is full length and it is insulated. I had my wife sew a polyester "sleeve" (it weighed around an ounce) into the sleeping portion of my hammock (to avoid the slippage) and it has served me well every since. I just slip the Big Agnes air core pad into the sleeve and "WALLA". Although I do like sleeping in a hammock I do not use it exclusively. The reason for this is that I can get a pretty darn good nights sleep on the ground too with my Big Agnes air core sleeping pad. I do know that it is a little heavier than most pads (around 30 oz.) but I sacrifice weight in other areas than comfort. I guess it just depends on where I am going and how long I intend to stay and what type of terrain I will be trekking on. To each his own, but a hammock is a great way to go...sabre11004...