How would you describe "self-inflating"?
192845
For this product it meant that I blew it up by mouth and it was easy and fast to blow up. I am not sure why they call it self-inflating, since I had to do the work.
192846
If you unroll and, are you are patient, it will inflate. The directions specifically state that you should not blow into it, as the moisture form your break can cause damage.
192847
This whole category of "self-inflating" pads is based on a type of foam interior which is compressed when the pad is rolled up, but expands to it's natural shape and size once you open the air valve. This expansion can take several minutes... you just unroll the pad, open the valve and leave it alone. A new pad or one that has been rolled up a long time may need multiple times to get to full size... open the valve, close after a few minutes, lay on the pad for a few minutes, then open the valve again.
192848
Does inflate itself without you having to blow it up with your mouth? I see both comments below?
192849
The product inflates without having to manually blow it up. You just unroll the mat and it inflates automatically.
192850
When you see "self-inflating" do not think it is to max capacity. Think more of a really nice head start on blowing it up.
911031
Not really. I also inflate it with a few puffs and then adjust it to my desired level.
1195008
I've done it when only partially inflated, but only for a short period of time (less than an hour). I'm concerned about the strain it puts on the pillow's seams.
1422319
It inflates very quickly. About a minute or less. The fan is small but powerful.
1096440
We keep ours inflated in our basement, because we have room right now. I also don't have my own pump :O It's kinda big and obnoxious for everyday unless you have the space. It doesn't take too long to inflate! The anticipation is worth it!
797075
When you open the valve it inflates itself--very cool, and very easy to use. Makes it a little bit tricky to deflate and put back in the holder; it kept re-inflating itself! With practice I'm getting the hang of it. I still highly recommend this seat.
2239237
The Pad self inflates and deflates on its own easily. It would be totally up to the individual if they wanted to use a pump, however, it is not necessary. We trust that is helpful.
907647
I had mine blown up for about 5 weeks at one point. Seems there is some amount of stretch that will happen as it is first used. Meaning I did re-inflate it a couple of times early on, but at some point it appeared to stabilize and no longer require more air. Thats all I know, YMMV
458744
you can blow it up yourself, its just time consuming... there are about 3 valves; One for the bottom where they sit, One for the surrounding ring and head, and one for the shade. It takes a couple of minutes to inflate.
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.
1743619
I use mine for this, and it is great to be able to increase the firmness by just opening the valve. For me the valve is able to hold whatever pressure I set, and the self inflating feature is excellent. Mine is 2.5 years old, and I am very happy with it.
48949
That's not been my experience ..... I let mine self inflate for about 20 min or so then gave it a few lung fulls of air to finish the process (probably not something you'd want to do in freezing weather). While it is true that the longer you wait the more air will naturally migrate into the mattress, but you do reach a point where you get increasingly diminishing returns. Normally 10 to 20 min is plenty followed by some forced air input either by lung power or small pump to finish the inflation to your tastes of firmness.
576838
Yes, it inflates when you blow it up and before you dive you can deflate with the valve...than re-inflate when you resurface to rest.
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.
515551
it should inflate somewhat when you take it out of the bag but if it doesn't just fluff it up, thats what I do when it deflates
754461
Not sure but its heavy. Without inflation, I can left it and move it for a short distance like a few feet. When it's inflate, it's impossible to move.
2197511
No. We inflated (repeatedly) with a foot pump. It's also smaller than it looks.