Byer Allagash Plus Cot
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Enjoy a good night's sleep at the cabin or car-camping site on this sturdy and strong cot. Plus version of the cot features a center panel that's double-stitched for support and comfort.
Shop similar products- Steel legs offer both strength and flexibility, allowing the cot to conform to your body for a great night's sleep
- Heavy-duty polyester cover is both mildew- and slide-resistant; cleans up with soap and water
- Byer Allagash Plus cot folds down in center for storage; legs become a handle for carrying when stored in sleeve and attached with included hook-and-loop straps
Imported.
View all Byer Cots| Best Use | Camping |
|---|---|
| Unfolded Dimensions | 76 x 30 x 8 (L x W x H) inches |
| Folded Dimensions | 38.5 x 7 x 2.5 inches |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 250 |
| Cot Material(s) | Polyester |
| Frame Construction | Aluminum |
| Weight | 9 pounds |
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Nice, but legs too shallow for adult use
Got this as a lightweight, easy to pack alternative for weekend scout camping. I like how easy it is to set up (takes a little muscle, but not too much), and doesn't take up as much space as an air matres. The problem I have with it is that the clearance is only about 6 inches and the thin leg bars tend to sink into the ground. Within a few minutes your hips are touching the ground. I weigh about 185 lb so I'm not above the weight limit. I plan on giving this to my 11 year old and getting a standard height cot. I'd recommend it for lighter folks/kids but probably not for adults unless you absolutely need something extremely light.
Nice Cot For the Price
I like this cot because all you have to do is unroll it and put in the metal bars. Just don't pop out your sternum trying to get them in. Use both hands to pull the bar towards you and into the hole. That would be my only complaint. I like that I can fold it up and put it back in the box it came in. (Neat car packer here.) I could fit a lot of these in the back of my car. The cost is great, especially coming from REI. It keeps you off the ground which is the idea. Good for campground camping, or home use.
My second, one for each coast!
This is my second cot because I wa tired of taking the other one across country on a plane.It's that good! Beefy, holds my 230 pounds, gets you 4 inches off the ground. Wide, your elbows and arms can sleep, too! Long, 6 foot 2, obviously not for backpacking, though it gets compact enough for car camping. Fits in my historical tent for reenacting, goes from the living room to car to rev war wedge tents with ease, worth it to sleep at night.
Comfort +
I purchased this because I needed to get off the ground in a 3 person tent. I used my self inflating air mattress. I had three nights sleep more comfortable than my own bed at home. I camp off a motorcycle and carry all my gear on the bike. I have 2 of the higher cots and really like them.
Very comfortable cot
I generally sleep on a comfortable lightweight self-inflating pad, but needed something to keep me up off the decayed wood of an old shelter. This cot fit the bill; I slept great with my pad on top of it. Fabric is strong and non-slip, packs very compactly, and is lightweight. However, the light weight compromises some sturdiness, as I found it was a bit too squirrelly to sit on the end to put my shoes on. Also the short legs don't allow room to cram much gear underneath.
excellent value
I bought and used this the 1s time this weekend during a boy scout camping event. I was able to compare it to many models. the one in the $30 range where typically just that.. great for use a few times a year but are not built to take the abuse over being strapped to a pack overtime or felt as sturdy overall. Also note this is 30” wide so great if you turn in your sleep. As others have noted these units are best suited for young kids with little arm strength as you need some muscle to set the tension rods for assembly and then release them for disassembly. my only complaint is I wish it came with a bag that fit over entire unit not just rods and this bag was water proof or repellent since this will typically by attached to the outside of my pack for short hike or pack in camping trips. Granted ones costing double may be lighter and smaller packed up but when costing more than double I would spend the money on a better pad than a cot of this cost….
Slept like a baby
As the years go by, I've found that sleeping on the ground isn't as comfortable as it used to be. Bought a couple of these for my hubby's birthday, took them on a trip to Big Bend--they are fabulous! Slept better in our tent than I have for years. Only complaint is the difficulty of installing the legs--had to ask him for help, then were able to get them into place. Guess it's time to work on my upper body strength!
Just what I needed.
The Byer Allagash Plus Cot was a close fit (lengthwise) for a 3 person tent but because of its low profile it works. It is sturdy, for my 200 lbs., more so than I expected, and seems to be well made. Goes together easily and slept well for the four nights I have used it. Wish it would have come with some sort of carry case, the bag the legs go in makes a sort of sling via Velcro straps, but doesn't offer any protection for the cot. It is an inexpensive cot but a decent value.
Generally pleased, although the specs misrepresent
I specifically checked height of this cot, as I needed it to clear a permanent feature in my vehicle (where I sleep on a cot). The height of this cot is NOT 8" - it is 6" - so I was quite disappointed since I bought the cot in another city and needed it ASAP, thus no time/ability to return! It is very comfortable, otherwise - just not tall enough!
Perfect for car camping
I bought this to take car camping rather than either sleeping on the ground (or rather, not sleeping!) or hauling an air mattress. There are lots of great places to camp where you can't have electricity for an air mattress, and I have hit the point where I want and *need* a good night's sleep. This cot took me only a few minutes longer to set up the first time, and that was due to figuring out the easiest way to tension the rods. It comes with a little yellow rod gripper which helps. I unfolded the cot, laid it upside down, and made sure the bars had the holes facing up. Put an end into the hole nearest you. While sitting, brace the other side with your feet while pulling on the side of the bar to drop it into the hole. It sets up so fast once you get the hang of that part. It's not heavy at all, and it was very comfortable to sleep on. I used a small 1/4" CCF pad with foam egg crate on top and slept like a log. :) I'm so glad I got this !