{"title":"Camping Cots","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this group, you'll find our camping cots and field beds. The army field bed is a highly versatile gadget. Cheap, packs small, and works like a charm both on the road and at home. Field Marshal Mannerheim, the commander-in-chief of the Finnish forces during WWII, appreciated the charm of the field cot even at his old age. His home in Helsinki has a very simplistic bedroom with a plain military field bed. He supposedly said that with such a beautiful view of the sea, you don’t need other luxuries in your bedroom. We go one better: You don’t even need the view to enjoy a good army cot bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCamping cot on the road\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe cannot recommend the cot bed for backpacking, though. It is such a heavy, unwieldy tube that no sane person wants to haul it in the wilderness. However, a tent cot is perfect for camping with a car. It fits nicely even in the smallest piece of crap. And it is great in an army tent or other taller shelter when you want to stay a bit further away from potentially hostile nature. When you visit your peculiar uncle living in the Deadlands, it might be good to bring your own military cot with you, because you never know what else might lurk among the dust mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArmy beds at home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camp bunk is an ideal guest bed. It is comfortable but not so comfortable that your in-laws would want to stay at your place for too long. And when your guests leave, you can fold the camp bed and toss it in the closet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have been tricked into buying the apartment that the real estate agent calls “a cozy space-saving wonder”, the army cot works perfectly as your own bed. You can easily fold the cot away when you need the few square feet for something else. And at night, you can dream of the seaside view and reorganize the defenses of the eastern front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a camping cot?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folding camping cot, military cot bed, portable cot, sleeping cot—the beloved child has many names, but the idea is always the same. The camp cot is a foldable bed that elevates the sleeper off the cold, harsh ground and packs fairly small. The frame is usually made from aluminum or steel, and the “mattress” is made from a durable canvas. Unlike the air-filled sleeping pads, the camp cot requires no pump, and you don’t have to fear it bursting in the dead of night, even when you sleep with a puukko knife under your pillow. It might poke out your eye, but it won’t poke out your bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to consider when buying a camping cot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should check a few things before ordering a cot for camping or other purposes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe maximum weight the cot can carry without dying of frustration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe measurements when packed  — will the cot fit in your rusty Trabant or in the closet at home? A full-size cot takes quite a bit of space even when packed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe frame material — aluminum is lightweight and sturdy; steel is even sturdier but also heavier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistance from the ground — A low cot is more stable, but it is easier to get out of bed when the cot is a bit higher, and you can also store more stuff underneath. The most comfortable camping cot is, of course, usually a bit bigger and heavier than a lightweight camping cot.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"basicnature-alu-campbed-210-x-66-x-48-cm","title":"BasicNature Alu-Campbed,  210 x 66 x 48 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eDon't want to have your in-laws sleeping at the foot of your bed? Then get yourself some proper field cots as spares! This is a heavy-duty field cot, especially for those who need a longer bed or a really sturdy structure – like a mother-in-law or a Marine Corps gunny. The bed weighs over 7 kg (16 lbs.), so it's not ideal for carrying in a backpack, but it's great for transport by vehicle or to keep as a spare bed at your cottage or home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 150 kg (330 lbs.) of meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeping area of 195 x 53 cm (6’5\" x 21\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFairly easy to assemble and disassemble – packs down to a small size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal soldiers don’t lug field cots around in the woods, but then again, there are officers too. And sometimes, actual military bases are set up with large tents and field cots – so they do have a purpose in military settings as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis field cot is modeled after the U.S. Army design, though it's not exactly the same. The bed consists of a nylon fabric and an aluminum frame. When set up, the fabric is stretched between the end pieces and sides of the bed. Nothing insulates better against the cold rising from the ground than a foot of air, and insects and other small friends aren’t a problem either – especially if you pair the bed with a suitable mosquito net. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BasicNature","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":51826178195795,"sku":"79835","price":139.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/basicnature_alu_campbed_210_x_66_x_48_cm-066b369b5c3f2d.jpg?v=1782201107"},{"product_id":"robens-outpost-tall-camping-cot","title":"Robens Outpost Tall Camping Cot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Robens Outpost Tall is a camping cot that is remarkably strong, lightweight, and packs small. It lifts you above rocks and roots in a way no mattress can match and it separates you from the cold ground. Very useful also if you're staying somewhere without a guest bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Robens Outpost Tall legs have rounded polymer feet (12 pcs) to avoid scratching the floor. The design eliminates creaky noises when you turn in your sleep so if you have poor experiences with army field cots do give this one a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving a camping cot in confined spaces can actually help fit you and your gear in the room or tent: there's storage space under the bed and the transverse tubes keep long items off the ground. Do note that the space is not as tall as the nominal bed height, especially at the middle where the fabric sags under your weight. Still, you can fit even a rucksack below your feet at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach of the leg assemblies in the middle and at the ends has three tension settings to adjust the bed for your weight and preference. The weight limit is 120 kg \/ 264 lbs which is respectable for a camping cot this light. Improving on this costs you more than a few bucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Robens","offers":[{"title":"Gray","offer_id":51827205439827,"sku":"71737","price":159.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/550876272895557904.jpg?v=1782201448"},{"product_id":"robens-outpost-low-camping-cot","title":"Robens Outpost Low Camping Cot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Robens Outpost Low is a camping cot that is remarkably strong, lightweight, and packs small. It lifts you above rocks and roots in a way no mattress can match and it separates you from the cold ground. Very useful also if you're staying somewhere without a guest bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Robens Outpost Low legs have polymer feet with flat bottoms to avoid scratching the floor. The design eliminates creaky noises when you turn in your sleep so if you have poor experiences with army field cots do give this one a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving a camping cot in confined spaces can actually help fit you and your gear in the room or tent: there's storage space under the bed and the transverse tubes keep long items off the ground. Do note that the Low model has limited space, especially at the middle where the fabric sags under your weight. The gap can be 10 cm \/ 4\" or smaller even. A backpack will be easier to fit below your feet at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach of the leg assemblies in the middle and at the ends has three tension settings to adjust the bed for your weight and preference. The weight limit is 120 kg \/ 264 lbs which is respectable for a camping cot this light. Improving on this costs you more than a few bucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Robens","offers":[{"title":"Gray","offer_id":51827206357331,"sku":"71735","price":129.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/55086627288dc44ae0.jpg?v=1782201451"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/collections\/378647dd6299744a.jpg?v=1757259412","url":"https:\/\/varustilika.com\/en-ro\/collections\/field-cots.oembed","provider":"Varusteleka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}