Lifeventure Sit Mat
As a woman I have a ‘slightly’ more voluptuous backside than most blokes, and I enjoy sitting on it, but what I don’t enjoy, when out and about, is having to sit on craggy rocks or wet hillsides, and sitting on wet benches is just… soggy!
Yes, there are plenty of blankets, mats or cushions that could ease my suffering, but blankets are a bit of an overkill, get wet easily, and, unless you double them over, rocks still protrude into places they shouldn’t. I’ve found a lot of mats are waterproof but the cushioning is usually lacking, and cushions… well they aren’t exactly a practical item for wandering the hills.
So I’ve been looking for a good alternative, and when we rocked up to Slide, the winter trade show for outdoor and skiing gear, I found what I had been looking for - the Sit Mat from Lifeventure.
Build Quality
Lifeventure is a quality 🇬🇧 British brand of travel accessories, luggage, and outdoor equipment designed for travellers and adventurers. As a sister brand, Lifeventure complements the more survival-focused Lifesystems brand that supplies expedition gear around the globe.
The Sit Mat made from waterproof fabric, padded with soft foam for extra comfort (equally great for both the voluptuous and the bony-arsed), keeps you insulated from the cold or damp ground.
It’s big enough to accommodate a ‘decent bum’ at 35 x 25cm, weighs in at a lightweight 69g, and comes in 2 colourful designs - Mountain & Retro (there are matching Camp Blankets too).
I went for the ‘I’m Not Lost, I’m Exploring’ Mountain version, mainly because I like the quote, and I thought the darker colours probably won’t show the dirt as much (I’m called Muddy Madam for a reason).
It folds neatly and is secured with a simple press-stud for easy packing in a rucksack. It’s also a good size to keep in your car’s door side storage, ready to grab when you need it.
Our Verdict
Whether you’re hiking, picnicking, camping or just trudging about enjoying the outdoors, this compact mat provides a dry and comfortable seat wherever you are.
If you treasure your backside, and want to treat it right, grab yourself one today.
Price: £9.99