train travel and CPAP

Would appreciate any comment or caution on train travel and the use of CPAP.

William Robert Green wrote:Would appreciate any comment or caution on train travel and the use of CPAP.

don't forget to take it. (the cpap)

palerider wrote:

William Robert Green wrote:Would appreciate any comment or caution on train travel and the use of CPAP.

don't forget to take it. (the cpap)

Bring an extension cord.

Will you be in a sleeper? Or will you need a battery? You need to ask them.

I always, always have an ext. cord and multiple outlet adapters packed with my cpap always.
Put your cpap and anything to do with cpap or meds in a small suitcase with wheels.

If you use a humidifier will you want distilled water? I bring enuff to last at least 3 days until I can find a place to buy more.

There were actual electric outlets by each seat when we took amtrack about 8 years ago. It would be fine for CPAP except the embarrassment factor if you are not in a sleeper car.

My wife and do a lot of long distance Amtrak traveling. For anything but the shortest overnight hauls, we always get a roomette. I get the top bunk. I always use my S9 sans humidifier. At the top bunk there's a hammock like storage net above the bunk against the wall. I put the S9 in that about even with my waist. The power cord passes down between the bunk and the wall and easily reaches one of two available outlets.
I have not used the CPAP in coach, but it would be possible on some trains which have electrical outlets at the seat - not all do, check with Amtrak.
If you're traveling a fair distance, 15 hours or so, I recommend you look into a sleeper, if you haven't done so. The cost for a roomette is approximately that of one more coach ticket, but meals for both occupants are included, so it's almost a wash. Plus, sleeper travelers are considered first class and are given additional amenities, like priority boarding and access to lounges where available.
If your plans are flexible, make sure to check Amtrak's scheduling website online. Like airlines, Amtrak prices vary considerably based on the day of the week, season, and proximity to holidays and, of course, become more expensive the closer the booking date is to the travel date.

"Embarrassment factor"? Maybe I'm weird, but I welcome the chance to educate strangers--
whether they want it or not.

Is it possible to feel embarrassment with your eyes closed?

Uncle_Bob wrote:Is it possible to feel embarrassment with your eyes closed?

Perhaps - if they ask why you were smiling broadly while dreaming.

We have ridden the Amtrak a few trips. Believe me, the LEAST embarrassing thing you would see is someone using a cpap. We had breakfast one morning in the dining car. The family sitting across from us let their little girl go topless. She sat in the same booth with us. Father and his topless little girl, probably 6 or 7. (you have to share seating in the dining car)
You've got people who have been on that train for several days, in a coach seat only. You see some sights you really don't want to see. I don't think anyone would give a 2nd look to someone using a cpap.

Cardsfan wrote:We have ridden the Amtrak a few trips. Believe me, the LEAST embarrassing thing you would see is someone using a cpap. We had breakfast one morning in the dining car. The family sitting across from us let their little girl go topless. She sat in the same booth with us. Father and his topless little girl, probably 6 or 7. (you have to share seating in the dining car)
You've got people who have been on that train for several days, in a coach seat only. You see some sights you really don't want to see. I don't think anyone would give a 2nd look to someone using a cpap.

My wife and I like to think of Amtrak travel as an "adventure"

chunkyfrog wrote:"Embarrassment factor"? Maybe I'm weird, but I welcome the chance to educate strangers--
whether they want it or not.

Yes but you are green with a big nose and warts, what would a mask hurt?

flightco wrote:

chunkyfrog wrote:"Embarrassment factor"? Maybe I'm weird, but I welcome the chance to educate strangers--
whether they want it or not.

Yes but you are green with a big nose and warts, what would a mask hurt?

there's absolutely no evidence whatsoever that our tiny nosed (look at the picture) green friend has any warts whatsoever! (look at the picture!)

palerider wrote:there's absolutely no evidence whatsoever that our tiny nosed (look at the picture) green friend has any warts whatsoever! (look at the picture!)

those are eyes
the eyes have it but that is OT

William Robert Green wrote:Would appreciate any comment or caution on train travel and the use of CPAP.

Make sure the Engineer wears his. Make sure the engine has a working Dead Man Switch. Jim