Not all families are experts when it comes to the camping experience. They frequently arrive home only to realize that some items were left behind at the campsite. The inflatable mattress is an item that has become part of the camping supply packing list, but if the air bed pump is not built in, it can get misplaced. If this does happen, it is easy to find a replacement online or in many outdoor stores.
The airbed comes in twin, full, queen, and king sizes so not all types will be easy to inflate by mouth. It often has an internal inflator or one that is included in the box with the mattress. This device operates using either standard electric supply or a 12-volt car cigarette lighter.
When the inflating device is sold separately from the mattress and becomes misplaced, it will not be difficult to find a replacement. Stores such as Cabela’s sell products like the Intex Quick Fill AC Electric Pump that will quickly inflate the mattress. This product retails for less than $20 and includes nozzles to accommodate small, medium, and large inflation valves.
Those who wish to avoid the potential of possibly losing the inflator should consider purchasing an airbed with a built-in inflation mechanism. Coleman inflatable mattresses consistently receive great consumer reviews and some models include a built-in alarm clock in addition to onboard inflator. Coleman pumps are also sold separately to meet the needs of campers who desire a back up device.
Inflatable mattresses that do not include a built-in inflation device will usually be sold with the air bed pump in the package. The consumer will need to remember to bring the device on the camping trip in order to avoid having to inflate the bed manually. If the pump is lost or broken, a replacement can be found online or in many outdoor recreation stores.
