Comparing Sleeping Pads for Men
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Price | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $159.95 at REI Compare at 3 sellers | $219.00 at Amazon | $229.00 at Amazon Compare at 3 sellers |
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Pros | Packs away small, very warm, included pump sack doubles as a stuff sack, versatile | Lightweight, warm for its size, portable, cozy, adaptable | Comfortable, durable, warm enough for summer, great pump sack | Comfortable, integrated pump sack in stuff sack, quiet, warm | Comfortable, dual air chambers are redundant, quiet, warm, stable, supportive |
Cons | Some edge collapse, expensive | Pricey, a bit unstable compared to some | Not the lightest | Expensive, not very light, doesn't pack small | Heavy, expensive |
Bottom Line | This sleeping pad is the lightest 4-season pad we've ever seen while also being the warmest in our lineup | This cozy and toasty pad is an excellent all-around performer, offering significant weight savings and great packability | This pad is super comfortable and affordable, plus it has an awesome inflation bag to make setting up camp a breeze | This pad is great for winter camping but doesn't pack down very small | Extreme comfort, great warmth, and stability combine in this heavier camping bed |
Rating Categories | Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... | Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... | Nemo Quasar 3D Insu... | Sea to Summit Ether... | Sea to Summit Comfo... |
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Specs | Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... | Therm-a-Rest NeoAir... | Nemo Quasar 3D Insu... | Sea to Summit Ether... | Sea to Summit Comfo... |
Measured Weight | 16.0 oz | 13.6 oz | 25.0 oz | 25.0 oz | 28.7 oz |
Claimed R-Value | 7.3 | 4.5 | 3.3 | 6.2 | 4.0 |
Thickness | 3.0 in | 3.0 in | 3.5 in | 4.0 in | 2.5 in |
Tested Length | 72 in | 72 in | 72 in | 72 in | 72 in |
Tested Width | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in | 21.5 in | 21.5 in |
Packed Volume (L) | 2.4 L | 2.0 L | 2.1 L | 8.0 L | 3.1 L |
Bottom Material | 70D nylon | 30D rip HT nylon | 100% PCR PU polyester ripstop | 30D/40D nylon | 30D/40D nylon |
Insulation Technology | Triangular Core Matrix construction and ThermaCapture technology | Triangular Core Matrix construction and ThermaCapture technology | PrimaLoft 100% PCR | Dual density Thermolite HL-1 | Exkin Platinum and Thermolite HL-1 |
Double Size Available | No | No | Yes | No | Yes |
Type | Air construction, synthetic insulation | Air construction, synthetic insulation | Air construction, synthetic insulation | Air construction, Air Sprung cells, synthetic insulation | Air construction, Air Sprung cells, synthetic insulation |
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