Pros
- Very sturdy
- Folds up into a small space
- Attached pockets
- Supports up to 300 lbs
- Low cost
Cons
- Heavy for it's size
- Smaller/Not ideal for large people
- Difficult to attach side bars
The Final Say:
This is a great sturdy cot from Coleman. This is a great cot for someone who is looking for a standard cot and who wants to ensure they will have a solid camping cot that will last them a long time. This Coleman Trailhead II Camping Cot comes with attached organizer pockets that hang off the cot. This is a nice feature that helps keep you organized.
If you are a large individual or someone who wants some extra room to move around when you sleep, then this might not be the best cot for you. The cot is a very standard-sized cot without a lot of extra room.
The Full Review
Comfort
The Trailhead II Camping Cot is a very sturdy and very comfortable cot. The canvas has very little sag once assembled, and you are lying in it. This is awesome as other cots will sag, making it less comfortable for sleeping.
Durability
This is a very durable cot. The frame is made from thick steel, and the canvas is thick and tough. This is one of the tougher cots I’ve tried and is an excellent option for a long-term cot. After assembly, the cot does not wobble or lean at all making it very sturdy while sleeping.
If you are camping with kids, this is an excellent option because it can handle the abuse kids will put on it. While some cots are more fragile, this is a cot that can handle regular and less careful use.
Size
I am a bit biased on size; I like my cots large. That being said, this is a standard-size cot that offers plenty of room for most people. I move around when I sleep, so I like extra room. When assembled, the cot measures 75 x 35 x 17 and can accommodate a person up to 6’2″ tall.
While I have slept on this cot a handful of times, we actually use these cots for our kids. They have plenty of room for them with room to spare.
Portability
This cot does fold up into a relatively small carrying bag, which makes it fairly portable. The only thing about the cot is that it is actually rather heavy for its size. The cot weight a total of 20.9 pounds, which is not a lot, but I would have expected less from a cot its size.
While the cot does fold up into a smaller carrying bag, the weight does not make it a great option if you are camping at much of a distance from your car. This is a great option for car campers but not a good one for those who will be hiking to their campsite.
Features
The Trailhead II comes with a carrying bag as well as organizing pockets that hang off the side of the cot. The organizing pockets are a nice feature. Often you are required to purchase these pockets as an extra with other cots.
- Military-style camping cot with camouflage motif
- Pockets keep your gear within reach
- Durable steel X-frame can support up to 300 pounds
- Foldable design for easy transport
- Measures 75 x 35 x 17 inches when unfolded; can accommodate most people up to 6 feet 2 inches tall
I do not have the brute strength to attach the end braces to the cot frame. Tried and tried, but can’t pull hard enough to attach. Help! Or I must return it.
Gail,
The cot assembly is definitely the most frustrating thing about the Trailhead cot.
What we do to pull the braces into place is get one brace completely in and then move on to the other brace. You should be able to get one side in without too much trouble. I then sit on the floor on the other side, place my foot against the leg of the cot and pull the brace with both hands.
This should give you enough leverage to be able to pull the brace into place. If that is still too difficult there are a couple of other cot options that would work.
We really like Teton Sports and they have a cot with a “Pivot Arm”, which makes getting the brace into place much easier. https://amzn.to/3f61rrY
The second option is a Coleman cot that does not have any braces to attach or detach. https://amzn.to/2ACEFco
I hope this help and I really hope you have an awesome camping trip.