plus it's Much safer than leaving a tampon in for "longer" since there is little to no risk of TSS with cups. I'm with DR on this Jaz - sounds Perfect for you! actually it's perfect for Anyone regardless of types of cycles!
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, champagne in one hand, strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming: "Yeah Baby! What a Ride!"