Sleeping pads
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From: Buckeye
14-Nov-24
Currently have the z lite thermarest and I don't like it, arms fall asleep before I do. Thinking of an inflatable. What do you use that you like?
From: Corax_latrans
14-Nov-24
I got one of the newer Thermarests; crazy light and it works great. Mostly. You could say it’s really slick. Because it IS really slick. I kinda have some trouble staying right on top of it. Tried slipping it inside of my bag, but there’s a moisture/condensation issue with that. For some CRAZY reason, inflatable mattresses don’t breathe for beans. Go figure.
If I ever replace my bag, I’ll get a system with the pad integral to the bag, since the insulation underneath you isn’t doing much anyway. Useless weight, in a way….
I’m kinda wondering what other folks do to stay on top of their pads. I was kinda thinking adhesive velcro dots, maybe…
From: Bou'bound
14-Nov-24
Buy a bigger pad
From: MQQSE
14-Nov-24
Can’t say enough good about the Exped Dura 5R Sleeping Pad.
We use them for our moose hunts. If sheep hunting it’s not the model for you. For a set camp, it’s awesome.
From: WV Mountaineer
14-Nov-24
I’ve used the klymit insulated pad for 4-5 years. Maybe a dozen times a year. Last y summer I bought the big Agnes divide insulated. I’ve slept 5 nights on it.
I have zero issues with the klymit. But, the BA is thicker. It Is a tad heavier but, it is more comfortable.
From: Hondolane
14-Nov-24
Exped is the way to go spent a month in Alaska with it. It was great
From: Mule Power
14-Nov-24
I’m also a fan of Exped. I had a Downmat 7 for years until it got to close to the woodstove. Now I have a Dura 8 and love it. I’m a side sleeper so an inflatable is the only way to go for me
From: IdyllwildArcher
15-Nov-24
Width is worth the weight.
From: Stoneman
15-Nov-24
Klymit static v-luxe is a great option. It can be a little noisy depending on your bag and how much you turn. The design keeps you on the pad regardless how you sleep.
From: Scoot
15-Nov-24
A few years ago I switched to a Big Agnes Q-Core SLX and I've been very happy with it. I know people rave about the Expeds, but I think when I was shopping around the weight of them was the deal breaker for me. But... those who use them seem to love them, so there's gotta be something to it.
From: Beendare
15-Nov-24
I've had a bunch. The new Thermarest is good, warm but still a tiny bit noisy. Takes one night to get used to it. I really like the fill bag- it's fast. Best is still the Exped- warm, quiet, flat- but a tad heavier due to more durable fabric vs the new Thermarest.
The history on these; Thermarest and Exped are 2 the best manufacturers
