Customer Reviews

Picnic Plus 60x48-in. Mega Mat Picnic Blanket, Salsa Stripe.

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I was originally looking for a blanket that had a waterproof shell to wrap up in while watching those rainy baseball/softball and soccer games. But, I saw this and thought it would be perfect for picnics and the beach. So, even though I couldn't wrap up in it I bought it. I like the concept; but, after my first use I noticed the black vinyl backing had small tears in it. Definitely not as durable as I would have thought.

I had this product for 2-3 years and we used it with our 2 small children at the park, beach, etc. It was very big for us all to sit on. It was also nice for us because it was compact and the carrying strap kept our hands free to carry other things like children and beach toys. Once you get the hang of folding it, it is really easy and quick to do (which is helpful if it starts raining suddenly). It also folds in so that the dirt doesn't get the top dirty. Others have said it's thin- it is, but if it were any thicker it would be too bulky. It's also nice because the sand brushes right off.
One caution though- if it gets wet, let it dry before folding or hang it open once you get home because mildew may start growing. That happened to us and a few weeks later I opened it up and there were spots of mildew. So I followed the directions and washed it on the delicate cycle in our washing machine. When it came out the backing was ripped in multiple places and not repairable. In hindsight, I think the mat is much too large to put in a typical washing machine, even though the directions allow for it. Even though it ripped following their directions, I'm actually ordering another one because the blanket was perfect for us. Next time though, I will be hanging it to dry when we get home and will just spot wash any stains instead of putting it in the washing machine. I suppose you could also hose it off and hang it to dry if you wanted to. For the money, it was a great investment for our family.

I received a plaid version as a gift from my daughter, who has been using this for over a year at the beach and in the park. It's nice and roomy, is comfortable to sit or lay on, and does not blow away when it gets windy. It's also a great place to put all your beach bags and towels to keep them off the sand.

It rolls up into a very compact size, is easy to carry back and forth, and is not heavy. The last time that I was at the beach the people next to me wanted to know where they could get one.

This is a very convenient way to help you relax at the park or the beach, and far superior in terms of comfort and convenience to using a standard blanket.

The blanket is of very good quality and it is big enough for the entire family. Only downside is it is a little more bulky then I thought (thick padding, which means comfort when sitting!) when folding it up. It won't fit in a bag - that said it has a very nice carrying strap and is light enough even my 5 year old can carry it.

This mat is so versatile in use - grass, forest ground, beach - it takes it all with grace and washes off so well! My toddler son and my pregnant send found it very comfortable for naps as well. Food stains come out with Stain Away basic spot cleaners. Light, easy to fold and handle - perfect for when you have a ton of other things to carry - - prefect product in every way!

I did a lot of research before buying this blanket and it paid off b/c it is great. We used this all summer. Itreally is waterproof. Great colors and folds up easily.