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Fox duralite Bed (15 posts / 5,176 views)
carpyclarkey carpyclarkey
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Post #1 24 Jun 2020 11:04
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Anyone got any feedback on the duralite?
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #2 24 Jun 2020 14:44
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I have got it,it's very light and comfy.I just wished the single leg at either end locked in place like on the flatliter,i knocked one when putting a bag under and it moved so was not on the ground properly.They just lock using a cam-lock system
James500 James500
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Post #3 24 Jun 2020 16:23
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Brought one a couple of months ago, much better than the mk1 flatliter i had before. Its more similar in size to the compact version of that so smaller than i had before making it a bit easier to transport and getting in/out of the car. Notice the difference in weight as well. Just aas if not more comfortable than the mk1, dont know how this compares to the most recent flatliter though

Like below, the only thing that does let it down is the end legs dont lock in position, im going to drill a single hole in the mud feet on mine so i can peg them in position for uneven swims. On flat ground its not an issue
Si_Fisher Si_Fisher
Posts: 1,412
Post #4 24 Jun 2020 19:19
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I found it really good, and lighter than stated according to my reubens 😂... The spring loaded feet make levelling it off in the bivvy a doddle... The lumbar support is very good and comfortable... If your not going with the sleep system and using another sleeping bag bear in mind that the bag securing hoods will foul on the single legs... I just cut a hole in the hoods of mine... Does not effect anything.. Overall I'm pleased with mine... Way better than my previous 3 trackers in every respect.. Being the levelite the Flat 6 and flat 6 super light... This bed is way ahead of those...
smalljon smalljon
Posts: 532
Post #5 24 Jun 2020 21:00
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In reply to Post #1
Is this the flalighter replacement
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #6 24 Jun 2020 21:04
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Yes I think it is
carpyclarkey carpyclarkey
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Post #7 24 Jun 2020 21:07
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Cheers for the feedback lads. What does it weigh on your scales out of interest mate
Si_Fisher Si_Fisher
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Post #8 24 Jun 2020 21:33
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18lb 1oz 😁... Which is roughly 8.1 and a bit k.. They state 8.6 k... This was after I'd tightened the elastics and chopped off about 18 inches... It's a comfy old bed for that weight...
carpyclarkey carpyclarkey
Posts: 1,901
Post #9 24 Jun 2020 21:48
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Looks promising. So many light beds are so uncomfortable. Been through jrc, wychwood etc
Chesh_Carp Chesh_Carp
Posts: 217
Post #10 25 Jun 2020 22:47
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Spent 3 nights on mine now ad it's by far the best bedchair I've ever slept on, I always went home with aches of some sort! Don't whatsoever on this, I have the sleep system! Proper bit of kit worth every penny
carpyclarkey carpyclarkey
Posts: 1,901
Post #11 19 Jul 2020 05:49
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Anymore reviews on these? Everyone still happy?
braders1978 braders1978
Posts: 18,195
Post #12 19 Jul 2020 09:22
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Yes,I'm still happy with mine
Si_Fisher Si_Fisher
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Post #13 19 Jul 2020 13:04
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Still no back or shoulder aches after a few nights on it... Done about 15 sleeps on it now and perfectly happy with it... Best bed I've had, pi55es all over the trakkers and comfier than than the avid benchmark lite.. Well happy with a purchase for once 😂
carpyclarkey carpyclarkey
Posts: 1,901
Post #14 19 Jul 2020 13:27
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In reply to Post #13
Interesting that you find it better than the avid mate
allroundangler
Posts: 84
Post #15 9 Jan 2022 08:36
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Looking to upgrade to the Duralite system from an old JRC Python. The only area of the bed that concerns me (other than the camo section, which will be covered by the bag!) is the in built pillow. I would rather a perfectly flat bed, then would add a separate pillow, like at home. My concern is how
comfortable is the inbuilt pillow and also I assume when adding a removable pillow on top, the angle is higher and therefore, dependent on personal preferences, uncomfortable on the neck? Would appreciate some feedback on this and also whether long term users of the bed/system are still finding the comfortable overall?!
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