is this self inflating
94641
It is mostly self inflating. When you release the valve the matt expands, sucking air in. However, once it's done that you will need to give it a couple puffs of air to your desired firmness. Very easily done. I am very pleased with ours.
94642
Yes. If you prefer it firmer, you are able to add some air by blowing into the valve.
94643
yes it is self inflating. you may have to add extra if you want a more firm feel.
94644
Yes. Once you set up camp just unscrew the the valve and let it inflate. You may have to blow in it a little if you like it firm.
849627
you have to plug it into a wall socket to inflate it. I don't think there is anyway to inflate it without plugging it in. I didn't see a way nor did it mention how to do that in the instructions, without plugging in that is.
328237
Turn the plastic valve, it will self inflate then close the valve to keep the air in.
1908050
We use a pump to inflate all our pool stuff. I imagine it would take time but I'm sure you can do it yourself with our own air.
226237
It is not. The ones I ordered (3 in one order) each broke before I was able to fully inflate a 260 balloon. Disappointed.
1726387
If you have already "pulled the plug" on the air valve, use a compressor with a long attachment to insert into the air valve. It will inflate within seconds.
1418971
I have no problem with my unit. Are you moving around a lot when it is inflating? That will abort it. Also do you have the owners manual. It may help.
797074
Well actually it doesn't self-inflate. It has one of those twist thingies on the side that you twist and blow into then twist closed. Like beach toys. Only a breath or two and it's full. I don't blow mine up all the way because it seems more comfortable partially inflated. I bought it mostly for flying on Delta. I think their seats are the worst.
884423
they are self inflating. It suggests you do not blow into them because you will add moisture into the pad and it could stick together. They are not air mattresses. They are light and provide about an inch of comfy padding for camping or hiking. I store mine open and they remain fully airated until I go camping and then I roll them up. Good luck.
458743
With a good pair of lungs and taking your time you can do it yourself, but we used a bicycle pump, much faster. Be careful not to over inflate. It is a great little item for my Granddaughter she loves it.
797073
There is a valve that you open, and the seat "self-inflates" (you can manually blow into it as well)... The beauty of the Thermarest products is this "self-inflation" value and technology. I am a pilot, and this is an AMAZING product... I open the valve--sit it on the windshield while I pre-flight the plane, then I adjust the volume of air and sit on it... When I am finished with the trip... I open the valve, squeeze out the air and roll it into my bag.
702790
I don't think it is suppose to inflate unless it get submerged. Since I received mine we have not had a search and rescue/recovery in any type of weather so I have not worn mine yet.
1286906
I believe so.My daughter was just here this weekend using it and she stopped inflating it to test the firmness and then restarted it.You can make it firmer than the default as well.
911031
Not really. I also inflate it with a few puffs and then adjust it to my desired level.
1127189
Yes the best way to inflate this is by buying a small air pump, I have a coleman one that I bought at walmart for $20 that works perfect to blow up all our inflatables.(would take a long time to blow up by mouth :) )
965210
It is not inflated and comes with a pump to put air in it yourself. It is very easy to do.
1459670
No, just open the valves and it self inflates due the enclosed open cell foam. Simply close the valves prior to sleeping on it.