how easy is this to inflate by mouth? How long would it take?
1950233
It's kind of a pain since you need to blow up each of the 6 chambers separately, and then you'll probably want to try manipulating the air pressure in each chamber for comfort. Dunno, maybe 10-15 minutes to get comfortable? It's also a pain to deflate. Certainly, my Thermarest is much better, but is also several times the price... I use the Stansport as a backup/spare.
1950234
It's a chore to inflate. You will be out of breath and light headed by the end. It's even harder to deflate. That being said, it is the most comfortable packing pad i have ever had. Each cell is independent which means it stays firm and inflated all night. It's well worth the effort to inflate.
1950235
It takes me about 5 minutes. My friend has a Big Agnes pad and it takes him just as long. The difference is that you have to fill 6 different sections, with 6 different valves. Inflating it is not as bad as I thought it would be. Deflating it is another matter. It is irritating to fight the little pinch valves to get the air out.
1986069
I used an electric pump and it still took several minutes. There are two places to inflate
976057
Yes it is an easy device to use, use the pump and fill the bag with air. There's a little bead that you can push to seal the pipe so air doesn't escape. Unscrew the silver valve near the pump to allow air to escape, but the manufacturers suggest you let the air out slowly and keep your neck in while it deflates. Dont apply pressure to it to speed up the deflation process as it can damage the product.
993945
I have a basic hand pump that I use which it only takes me 3 minutes to inflate.....super easy!
1642554
You bet. It takes maybe 10 minutes to deflate and roll up. This has been great for our family!!
215146
Absolutely ... and quickly. I blew up all of my pool toys in about 15 minutes. (Although I've also seen that for larger items ... a huge pool, maybe? ... a shop vac also works.) But this is the best inflator I've found. The battery operated version didn't feel like it had much oomph ... though it still is better than using my lungs.
322479
I use an electric air pump and it inflates quickly in less then 5 minutes. Your time may vary depending on pump. To be honest the center foot pillow takes longer to inflate due to the small diameter of the air valve. I always deflate after use and store back in my garage. The larger diameter air valves on the outer main floats allow it to deflate in just a few minutes. Hope this answers your question.
1695643
Hello! I'd guess it would take six or seven minutes. My wife and I have single-size air mattresses and it usually takes about 100 up/down cycles. That translates to about three or four minutes. I like the pump because I don't have to rely on a battery or an electrical connection, but I'll also probably end up getting a better operated pump at some point just because of the convenience and, in the warm months, the ability to set up with less chance of building up a sweat. Good luck! Tom
1708781
You defiantly need a pump. We used our electric tire pump. Took about a half an hour to inflate.
891240
You can use some kind of hand pump, but I just blow it up by mouth. Beware, there's a one-way valve in the stem - so be sure to pinch the stem while you're blowing it up. I'm 65-years-old and it takes me about 2 minutes to inflate completely. Hope that helps.
552937
I am not going to say it is easy, but I do inflate this inflatable by mouth. This inner tube holds up well to sitting outside all summer in the hot sun. I will be ordering a second one for friends this summer.
302054
You have to blow it up, but it's not a tiny annoying valve like on pool toys, it honestly only takes 4 or 5 breaths and less than a minute. Deflates really easily and quickly too, no need to fold or sit on it. I adore this pillow for traveling and use it at home too!
2123331
It took maybe 10 min to deflate. I just unplugged the stoppers and pressed/sat on it. Daughter helped. It folds up pretty nice, about the size of a medium suitcase. Maybe 3x2ft. I takes time to fill up, so if it's going to be a toy you use everyday, leave it out.
62967
This and all other workout balls will take a little time to pump up (5min) but deflating is simple as pulling a plug. Stores and folds up so you can put it in a bag.
1422321
It inflates rather quickly. Less than a minute if I had to ball park it. We used it for a production of Willy Wonka for Violet as the blueberry. It worked perfectly and inflated quickly. Hope this helps!
730284
All air beds are a little noisy. It sounds a vacuum. Takes about five minutes to inflate. 5to eight minutes to deflate. Not a bed as long as you order the dual chamber one. Ten times more comfy. The single inflate is highly uncomfy. Just watch around the chord holder cup. It is a easy spot the get a leak. But it is a good bed for travel. I have to dual chamber and I live far away from my friends houses so the bed is very convenient.
283383
It is manual easy 2 inflate though hard 2 deflate I wouldn't buy this one again it was comfy but required 2 much 2 deflate.