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Camping Cots

For those who dislike sleeping on the hard, bumpy ground, a camping cot may be just what you need. Camping cots are portable and fit in most family sized tents.

Cots come in handy for many reasons.

They help keep ground bugs out of your sleeping bag. Finding just one unwanted critter in your sleeping bag can be enough to keep you vigilant the whole night.

Cots are easier on your back than the ground. Lying flat on a hard, eneven surface can cause back pain, muscle soreness, and sleepless nights. Cots provide a soft, comfortable surface on which to get a good nights rest.

Cots also elevate you from the ground making it easier to get up from bed. For those who have back or knee problems, a cot may be just what you need to be able to get up easily and quickly.

Cots are typically inexpensive and will not break your vacation budget. You can purchase a good cot in many sports and hardware stores. Camping cots can also be purchased easily online.

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