rfrogger120
Expert Expediter
I'm curious, this question is for team drivers. When your sleeping while your co-driver is driving, what stops or restrains you from falling out of bed when a sudden stop is made, or are you at the mercy of the driver?
falling out of bed
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rode2rouen
Expert Expediter
Sleepers are required to have restraint belts on the bunks, and those sleeping in the sleeper are required to use them when the truck is in motion.
Rex
Rex
How many people use the restraints while sleeping? It would be the safest way but cannot imagine having a seat belt wrapped around me while trying to rest. We are at the mercy of the driver or everyone around us.
dieselphreak2K
Expert Expediter
We have the Bents sleepr with the couch setup on the bottom. We usually just leave it as a couch and sleep there while the other drives. It kind of leans back so brake applications are not a problem. Our bunk doesn't have a restraint system, other than seat belts that look to be meant for use when sitting upright on the couch. Cal me a sissy, but I wish This did have provisions for a net. It's a peace of mind thing I guess.
We use seat belts in our vans' sleepers and have that false sense of security that lets each of us sleep easier when the van is in motion. We are generally restained by the wall and the rear of the seats, but peace of mind allows a few extra winks.
rfrogger120
Expert Expediter
the net sounds like a really good idea, But I'm pretty sure you guys dont get the required 7-8 hours of sleep. Guess its something you really got to get use to.
Diane and I always use the sleeper restraints. The restraints provide peace of mind not only for the sleeping co-driver but for the driver too. If stomping on the brakes or an emergency maneuver was required to avoid a hazard, the driver can do so with reduced concern about injuring the codriver by tossing him or her out of the bunk.
In fleet owner trucks we drove, the OEM restraints worked OK. In our custom-built truck we have a mesh net that attaches to both sides of the bed and acts like a blanket when deployed. When the truck is not moving and the restraint is not needed, it takes up little room when folded and tucks neatly out of the way between the matress and wall.
Having used it for a couple months, planned modifications are to replace the existing straps with adjustable ones and possibly add a removable liner to the inside of the net. The liner would be removable so it can be laundered.
In fleet owner trucks we drove, the OEM restraints worked OK. In our custom-built truck we have a mesh net that attaches to both sides of the bed and acts like a blanket when deployed. When the truck is not moving and the restraint is not needed, it takes up little room when folded and tucks neatly out of the way between the matress and wall.
Having used it for a couple months, planned modifications are to replace the existing straps with adjustable ones and possibly add a removable liner to the inside of the net. The liner would be removable so it can be laundered.
are12
Expert Expediter
I usually sleep next to the back of the bunk when hubby is driving and if I am not mistaken, he does the same thing when I am driving. That way I don't get the feeling that I am going to hit the floor if he hits the brakes a little too hard. I also keep a pillow next to me. I know it is a false sense of security but it works for me. I am sure it won't work well if he comes to a sudden stop but I would never be able to sleep with the restraints on - I toss and turn too much!!
silverdollar
Expert Expediter
What kept me in the bunk was my co-driver knowing that I would beat the hell out of him if I hit the floor.
mrgoodtude
Not a Member
I think I like Silvers response....
When Cynthia drives I just take the matress off of the top bunk and throw it on the floor I land softer that way.
Mike and Cyn:+
When Cynthia drives I just take the matress off of the top bunk and throw it on the floor I land softer that way.
Mike and Cyn:+
mrgoodtude
Not a Member
Oh if you decide to ride shotgun I HIGHLY recommend one of these bike helmets.... You can snag em at any Wallyworld for under $20.
Mike and Cyn
Mike and Cyn
mrgoodtude
Not a Member
But if your co-driver parks like mine the net option might be the way to go...
Mike
Mike
rfrogger120
Expert Expediter
my screen is to heavy to turn up side down, I'm sure I'm not the only one turning there head side ways to try to see it rite. LOL
Hi I just ordered a sleeper with the bunks going horizontally behind the drivers seat and passenger's seat. It is a relatively new concept in sleepers and I understand mine is only the second one to be ordered. It allows your feet to absorb the impact of a quick stop etc., and eliminates the need for a top bunk. However if you are a husband/wife team, you do not get to sleep together when sitting still:-( but that can be rectified by putting a slider under the front of the bunks and having a two-piece mattress fill in the space in the aisle so you can sleep together vertically. Why mfgs didn't think of this before is beyond me, but I actually designed the bunk myself and gave it to them, it is getting some good publicity and we may agree to show it next Truck Show season. It doesn't take up a lot of extra room and you can still have your cabinets, above and below the bunks and a frig, micro, tv, sink etc. We even commissioned a porta potti closet in between the bunks for those who hate getting dressed and running into the truck stops. This CAN all be done in an 84" bunk but I ordered a 96" bunk. Which gives us extra room. When I get it, I will make pictures avail to anyone who is interested. Thanks!:+
rfrogger120
Expert Expediter
Sounds like your on to something, I know I would get one. Why would anyone have to go into the truck stops, with so many products out there, like on ebay, its just to inconvenient to get dressed, go, then try to fall asleep again.
The horizontal bunk is nothing new. In fact, everyone is doing it. Sleeping vertically just is'nt very comfortable. This has been the common sleeping arrangement since people have been sleeping.
Having said that, I'm going to assume that you mean sleeping front to rear, as opposed to side to side. This also is'nt new. It's not as common, but not new. Your's may be only the second done by whoever is doing your bunk, but it has been done many times before.
I have seen some real nice bunk layouts with this arrangement.
Having said that, I'm going to assume that you mean sleeping front to rear, as opposed to side to side. This also is'nt new. It's not as common, but not new. Your's may be only the second done by whoever is doing your bunk, but it has been done many times before.
I have seen some real nice bunk layouts with this arrangement.
Exp10yrs
Bob has also been working on a design somewhat similar to your bunk design. You could have the two bunks stacked behind the drivers side and then also have the slideout on the bottom so a husband and wife could sleep together. From his designs it appears as if we will have a lot more room for cabinets, refrigerator and possibly even a table. We also felt with this design you would not have the motion of rolling forward and backward as you try to sleep from the motion of the truck going faster or braking.
Bob has also been working on a design somewhat similar to your bunk design. You could have the two bunks stacked behind the drivers side and then also have the slideout on the bottom so a husband and wife could sleep together. From his designs it appears as if we will have a lot more room for cabinets, refrigerator and possibly even a table. We also felt with this design you would not have the motion of rolling forward and backward as you try to sleep from the motion of the truck going faster or braking.
One of the trucks Alumibunk had at the show had the front to rear bunk.