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Comparing Bouldering Crash Pads

Specs and Ratings Below | Compare to Other products
 
Awards Top Pick Award Editors' Choice Award Top Pick Award Best Buy Award  
Price Check Price at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers		$269 List$199 List$189 List$337.46 at Backcountry
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Pros Huge surface area, narrow carrying profile, excellent featuresStraps to attach a second pad, plush suspension, sturdy foam for high fallsHigh-quality foam, great storage capabilities, durableSuper durable, amazing foam, lightweight, affordableGreat foam, large surface area, lots of grab loops
Cons Can't pack as much as a taco-style padFoam is hard for low falls, stiff for uneven landingsLacks a convenient way to attach to other pads in a landing zoneLack of features, doesn't pack gear wellNo sternum strap, outdated hinge closure
Bottom Line This tester favorite provides loads of coverage without feeling too cumbersome while hikingA great crash pad distinguished by its innovative strap system for carrying a second pad and many other features that other pads lackBuilt to be long-lasting and equipped with just the right amount of features, this is an excellent choice for a mid-sized bouldering crash padA fantastic mid-sized pad with our favorite foam composition, offered at a great priceAn excellent large pad with an equally big price tag
Rating Categories Metolius Magnum Mad Rock Duo Organic Full Pad Organic Simple Black Diamond Mondo...
High Falls (30%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
Low Falls (30%)
9.0
6.5
8.0
8.0
8.0
Durability (20%)
8.0
8.0
8.5
9.0
7.0
Packing Gear (10%)
7.0
9.0
8.0
6.0
6.0
Features (10%)
9.0
10.0
7.0
6.0
6.0
Specs Metolius Magnum Mad Rock Duo Organic Full Pad Organic Simple Black Diamond Mondo...
Surface Size (inches) 70" x 47" 56" x 42" 48" x 36" 48' x 36' 65" x 44"
Thickness (inches) 4" 5" 4" 4' 5"
Weight (lbs) 18.7 lbs 17 lbs 12 lbs 12 lbs 22 lbs
Hinge/Taco Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge Hinge
Closing Flap Yes Yes Yes No No
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year None, but they do repairs None, but they do repairs 1 Year