@nomadicjourney: I got to convert back to airless pads. You're right regarding air pads; one night, probably a cold one, you'll find yourself on the ground due to a slow leak. I just need to get back to traveling, I always find that kind of stuff, especially in Arizona. Or a kind soul gives one away. Ride on
@scottshots: Nice. Just an occasional backpacker here. I went from foam pad to a couple different inflatables and now back to a thermarest foldable foam pad. Leaks are no fun. Foam works best especially now that my dog usually joins me. Foam pads are ready to go with no heavy breathing needed for inflation after a big hike. The foldable one works great as a cushy seat pad on a log or boulder. And the firmness is nothing a flask of good tequila can't fix... Thanks for sharing your thoughts!