I've always used flexwatt for belly heat. It transfers the heat directly to the bottom of the snake tub. If a rack isn't insulated well, much of the energy from back-heat can be lost. Both methods can work well when setup properly.
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Paul D
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I've always used flexwatt for belly heat. It transfers the heat directly to the bottom of the snake tub. If a rack isn't insulated well, much of the energy from back-heat can be lost. Both methods can work well when setup properly.
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Paul D
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