The BEST and WORST sleeping pads of 2023
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Thermarest Xtherm Max bit.ly/3GIXTur
Klymit Static V Lite Insulated bit.ly/3t6jh7a
Big Agnes Rapid SL
Sea To Summit Ether Light Extreme bit.ly/3jH9osb
Nemo Tensor Insulated bit.ly/2L0E8pL
Other Awesome Gear:
Big Agnes Copper Spur Platinum
Big Agnes Fly Creek Carbon
Mountain Hardwear Ozonic Rain Jacket bit.ly/3tQ01vN
Black Diamond Spot Headlamp bit.ly/3HpqzZv
Helinox Chair Zero bit.ly/3HybcOg
Thermarest Compressible Pillow bit.ly/3hGKPsp
Sea to Summit Alto TR2
Jetboil Micromo bit.ly/32JOgfh
MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe bit.ly/3FFMf2e
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Southwest Backpack bit.ly/3ED3jV6
Western Mountaineering Alpinlite bit.ly/3zqFrT5
Kelty Cosmic Down 20 (less expensive alternative) bit.ly/3sUwCOI
Nemo Tensor Insulated Pad
Thermarest Uberlite Pad bit.ly/3mOBrbc
Hyperlite Mountain Gear bit.ly/3mOBkMO
Big Agnes Copper Spur
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@craighellberg4366 Рік тому
I am 62 years old and I’m shocked how expensive camping gear has become. When I was young I shopped at the original REI in Seattle. I usually hit their bargain basement and I’m still using the equipment to this day. Today’s equipment cost more than my first car.
@KO47893 Рік тому
When you were young, REI also had their lifetime-no-questions-asked-no-receipt-needed return policy. 😭
@patrickhowell2502 Рік тому
Inflation over almost 50 years sucks
@ifilmalways7122 Рік тому
Yeah, 150.00 - 200.00 for a blow up pad... I hear ya..
@mauricio533 Рік тому
You are not gonna get a proper car for 200 bucks in todays age. But yeah 200 bucks is too much for a sleeping pad.
@craighellberg4366 Рік тому
@@mauricio533 Hi Mauricio, Agreed; however I think the items I purchased 30+ years ago that still serve me well are far superior in quality than anything made today. 🙂
@6703ken Рік тому
Dan I am new to back packing and I really appreciate your videos and insight. I would say the thing that I appreciate the most and I hope you continue to do is, putting the product information on the screen. It’s nice to not have to click 1000 links trying to figure things out. Keep up the good content.
@jeffpeters5347 Рік тому
I’ve had my “regular” Etherlight XT insulated down to the mid-20s and was just fine. Super comfortable at 4” thick. I love it. No experience with the “extreme”.
@oliv5089 Рік тому
you mean you have the insulated version ? There are 3 versions : normal, insulated, extreme.
@TheBadTraveler2 Рік тому
I used the Etherlight XT all the way down to -10 sleeping on snow with a foam pad underneath and a 20 degree sleeping bag. had the best sleep I’ve ever had while camping.
@jayvonbatchelor Рік тому
Same, have been camping this last winter in good old Flagstaff, great comfy pad and stuff sack to boot...
@fettuccinealraver Рік тому
Same here! Also the size difference when they’re packed down is massive. The regular is close to the size of a nalgene.
@ruap007 Рік тому
Same here. I used the Etherlight XT mummy shape last winter on snow down to 19F and it was awesome, super warm, cosy and I have had a better sleep than in my mattress! Ha. Don't really understand why Dan doesn't like it.
@DumpTrump4TRE45ON Рік тому
EXPED DOWNMAT!!Comfortable and warm, does not lose air. It has an R value around 7! So good I brought a spare so I could take a friend Winter backpacking. I live in Alaska,I camp with no heat source down to -30 F. I agree with you for the Sea to Summit Either Extreme IInsulated) LOUD!!!Crackly It was so loud it drown out my tinnitus and let bears know I was in the area. I love the Flextail Lite. I will probably have to check out the Thermarest. When I go lightweight I take the Klymt. Love your channel.
@SimonBrisbane Рік тому
Exped are fantastic and made in democratic Taiwan, not Communist China like all Sea to Summit products are.
@givannimikel4586 Рік тому
Fully agree with Exped. I have two of them and they're plush and super warm even below freezing. Have slept on Expeds and was warm down to 0 degrees. Have poked a hole in one but they repaired it for FREE!
@christianwolff780 Рік тому
@@givannimikel4586 Did you repair it out in the field? I worry about holes in these pads.
@givannimikel4586 Рік тому
@@christianwolff780 It does happen, but I've made repairs in the field successfully with Tenacious Tape. You can repair any nylon gear with that stuff. However, Exped's repairs are a better long term repair.
@jgeisler Рік тому
I love my Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Xtherm, regular. Unlike the one you have, mine is rounded on the ends. It only weighs 15oz with the pump sack, only 13oz without the sack. Can't beat it for a pad with a 6.9 R-value.
@annaless9751 Рік тому
Love my Sea To Summit Ether Light XT Small 4''. Kept me warm in -5 Celsius (23 °F ), was compactable, light and quiet. Hiking mostly in Norway and Iceland. No need/ experience with the Ether L XT Extreme.
@zazaturmanidze7100 Рік тому
I sold mine Thermarest Xtherm Max for the reason, that when sleeping on the side, it pushed against my hip so hard, that I was waking up from the pain. I was trying to play with different air pressures with no luck. I am a regular size person, 80kgs. I strongly recommend to try it out before you buy for that particular reason. Definitely not a problem if you are strictly a back sleeper.
@Ghost_Os Рік тому
I think I would opt for the Xtherm. For me, the higher R value combined with the increased durability *plus* the fact that it packs down pretty small is worth a little less comfort. Love Big Agnes though. Maybe the Xtherm underneath Big Agnes... 😆
@trickofthetrail Рік тому
I have the Sea To Summit Ether Light Extreme wide and I have never been cold on it, even in snowy conditions. I find it ultra comfortable also. However, it is really bulky, so is strictly my cold weather pad. I have a Nemo Tensor Insulated 2022 wide for other conditions and love that also.
@absolu222 Рік тому
Also have the Sea to Summit Extreme and was thinking about the Nemo for summer!
@nathanmcdonald462 Рік тому
I love my Rapid SL. I'm a side sleeper, but the raised edges on the regular width really make a difference
@mariaadey4405 Рік тому
I've been using the xtherm for years and love it! Good choice! I recently switched to the women's neoair for non-winter camping tho because it's lighter and still r-value 5.4!
@JakeMay Рік тому
Love the vibe of these videos. Informative but also fun and entertaining - great combo!
@arniewingco3561 Рік тому
Great video Dan, thanks. New subscriber here (from Australia), and really appreciate that you included metric stats for these mats 👍
@mysterylovescompany2657 Рік тому
What I learned from this is that not being a snow-camper gives me a lot more options when it comes to choosing a sleeping pad (& saving money on it!). Another great vid, Dan!
@77Brainfreeze Рік тому
I have learned this as well this last year. If you are backpacking in the cold your gear costs go up astronomically. Light+warm = $$$$
@bianohehe Рік тому
Exactly, camping in tropical places or during the summer gives you much more options for products that will suit you and are light and cheap. I go in the opposite direction from most of the trekking tribe, stay away from cold mountains and love tropical islands with mountains and preserved forests, and in the end you arrive at some surreal paradise beach.
@mikaelandersen9266 Рік тому
It certainly can be, but if you are willing to compromise a little bit of comfort, it is possible to do it fairly cheap. Personally i have just used a foam pad through my winter outdoors experiences due to budget restrictions, with just R3.5. managed to sleep just fine outside in norwegian temps (-15 to -20 C) with no more protection from the cold than my sleeping bag.
@TDOLLA Рік тому
yeah you have to pay a premium to be comfortable while camping in the snow… not to mention people in your life will think you are absolutely insane for purposely going out and staying in a tent in below freezing conditions lol
@mtadams2009 Рік тому
@@bianohehe Sounds wonderful but if seems all that savings would go to air travel.
@RichardBrown-gv8lu Рік тому
Love the size comparison to the water bottle. Some in the military including myself ditch the canteen and use similar bottles. So the comparison has helped with loadout planning. Thanks for the help
@djlukestein Рік тому
Cheers Dan, I upgraded my Nemo Tensor Insulated regular to the Thremorest Xtherm wide/long and Its been the best choice I've made. I gave my old Nemo to my partner to use, she says she doesn't want it now and wants to upgrade to the xtherm after using mine. The extra R value of the xtherm makes a big difference. For my style of sleeping I find the xthrem so much more stable and comfortable. Might not be the same for everyone as we are all different but I would go the Xtherm for the insulating properties alone.
@aaronwinter447 Рік тому
This was very helpful. Been debating most of these. Got stuck on Nemo, SLX, and Rapide and needed to know a bit more.
@Jonnyvids14 Рік тому
Now that we have taken up winter snowshoe camping, I struggle with which pads to consider. Our first year winter camping I just took our regular 3-season pads (e.g. Thermarest & Klymit) and we FROZE. So now we haul in the bigger heavier pads like the MondoKing 3d. VERY WARM and VERY COMFORTABLE but very heavy. Best for car camping only. So this video is VERY helpful brother.
@feanythmayosh5525 Рік тому
Am learning so much of your channel even though I am not a backpacker. But I do enjoy traveling with my motorbike and tent. On and off road. Your tips are very handy for that as well. Thank you!
@danfox2575 Рік тому
Surprised Exped didn't make your list! Great sleeping pads - and especially popular among side sleepers. Thanks for the comparisons!
@hathawaydj1 Рік тому
Just spent a week on my exped dura... amazing pad.
@teemupohjonen7271 Рік тому
Yes Exped is The Best so far, super comfy light weight and durable.
@jaredgudnason4400 Рік тому
love my Exped.. I think we are up to 4 of them.. R3 for summer, R7 downmat for my -40 Februarys camping.
@KO47893 Рік тому
From what I've seen, Exped has the best warmth/price out there, and still comes highly packable. I've been using a Synmat 7 for years now.
@adamjonsson1291 2 місяці тому
Would you guys say it’s not worth to update from an exped ultra 3R to a big Agnes or sts xt insulated? I have the exped but i don’t thinks its that comfortable…
@Sampascoejp Рік тому
I bought the Klymit mat after watching your review.. after camping with it for a few trips I love it.. I have it paired with an Alpkit Insulation mat too and it works a treat. Camped out on Dartmoor with it with 5 degrees celsius and it worked okay, felt a bit of a chill but it wasn't uncomfortable. Looking forward to using it in the summer
@cristibaluta Рік тому
I have a simple neoair and could sleep in any temperature down to -30C, love it. It takes too much space though and for normal temp i just bought the uberlight, tested in my house so far and i can feel the difference easily, the neoair reflects the warmth back to my back, the uberlight reflects it only for a minute or so
@MaddBaggins Рік тому
I just got to test my new BA Rapide SL last week. What a great pad! I’m 6’2” 270# (bought the long/wide) and I slept very comfortably on it, never slipped off, never lost air. I used a Ridgerest under it to protect it like I have all of my backpacking career with my old Thermarest pads.
@heavydpm666 Рік тому
are you a side sleeper? im a big guy too and sleep on my side. whats a Ridgerest? im new to camping have been using a cheap pad from Dicks and looking to get a good pad. i wont be sleeping in anything under 30 degrees. thanks
@MaddBaggins Рік тому
@@heavydpm666 Yeah, I'm a side sleeper. I'm using a Nemo Disco sleeping bag also. It has a spoon shape for more footbox room. Ridgerest is a thin, closed cell foam pad. They are fairly cheap and will protect your expensive pad from the ground. They will also give a little more R value.
@lamau1264 Рік тому
I’ve got some thermarest neo air variant it’s like 4” thick, packs down really small and love it. Having the 4” of pad is nice because I can either pump it all the way up or let a little out and I can sink in a bit better. With my Nemo pillow I get great sleep on the trail!
@CampSaw Рік тому
Funny, I love my Sea to Summit- comfort is king. I have never been cold on it- but it is bigger than most. If I don’t sleep well everyone around me will pay one way or another! Lol The Exped is so loud you might get kicked out of camp! I get two pads, a winter one (the S2S) that goes in a bigger capacity backpack and a late spring/summer pad so I’m waiting for you, Dan, to make a decision on how my summer is gonna go! No pressure 😳😃
@Vollzeitnomaden Рік тому
Your comment gave me hope. I just bought that pad and was shocked by the review in the video 😅😅
@MrJacobryborg Рік тому
the exped is loud? do you mean Therm-a-rest? i have both the Exped Downmat 9rw and the therm-a-rest uberlite.. and gosh, the uberlite is loud. the exped is silent as a mouse :)
@CampSaw Рік тому
@@MrJacobryborg no, I meant what I said! the exped ultra 3R was a comfortable pad but the noise kept me and my camp mates in surrounding tents awake. Even a slight head turn had that thing squealing, it was really bad!
@MrJacobryborg Рік тому
@@CampSaw wow, i’ve never expierenced that with exped, i only habe their down mats though :)
@absolu222 Рік тому
Also love my Sea to Summit XT extreme and had no issues! Only downside is that it is big.
@user-wr9do6us7w 7 місяців тому
I bought the big Agnes rapide thanks to your advice and love it! I have used it twice so far. The first weekend was around 70 degrees and the second weekend went down to 37. Very comfortable in both temperatures.
@tamasbarad8202 Рік тому
Great comarison and I agree with the verdict. One high end competitor you might want to look at is the Exped deepsleep. Quite thick and packs big but it's very durable, and extreeeemly insulated.
@maryblakley3590 Рік тому
We are car campers, but aim for the sweet spot between car camping gear and backpacking gear on account of the fact that it's five in my family, in a hatchback. We upgraded to a Big Agnes Air Core Ultra last year and love it. Comfy, keeps us warm, and doesn't take up a ridiculous amount of space.
@margieameye4754 Рік тому
Thank you for all your reviews. Planning a 2023 thru hike on AT and I’m going to be re-watching all your videos over the summer to help me make some decisions. Your experience and advice is so appreciated!!!!!!!
@DanBecker Рік тому
Congrats on your thru hike, Margie!
@babblned Рік тому
I tried a lot of pads. The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated is my favorite. Very comfortable, and packing size isn't that bad. For me it is worth it for the extra comfort after a long day outdoors. Also love the integrated pump sack. Makes inflation super easy.
@toimisjo Рік тому
Right? I have the wide version and i have slept in -8 celsius just fine
@wellseasonedhiker Рік тому
I've heard good things as well but it looks huge when packed down. That's a non-starter.
@rogermeyer860 Рік тому
Nice quick/clean review Dan:) I just upgraded my Nemo Tensor to a BA Rapide based on comfort:) anxious to try it out...
@dodgyhodgie734 Рік тому
I just got back from a 2 week hike and took my etherlite xt extreme "regular size" I will never take anything else, sure it's slightly bulky but it's not loud like everyone claims it can be loud only from your sleeping bad rubbing against it but the mat itself it quiet. It's the most comfortable Mat I have had being a side sleeper and I certainly never got cold from underneath. The only disadvantage is the size
@samanthagarcia1398 Рік тому
thanks for the video!! it came just in time - i need a sleeping system for my 21 day bikepacking trip in august and for now, I'll go with one of the two season or budget pads. I didn't know where to start looking, and this was definitely helpful!
@namelessone5200 Рік тому
You might look at the Trekology UL80, it is budget friendly, light, thick and comfortable with the raised sides
@codymills8410 Рік тому
Thanks so much for your time and effort to make these great videos! Stay warm!
@nathandoe5408 Рік тому
So! Thanks for the advice Dan I have today (9th November 2022) purchased the Big Agnes Rapide SL for the princely sum of £99 here in the UK. I got the long one so neither my head or feet dangle off the ends. Looking forward to testing it out as the temperature drops. 👍
@fire7side Рік тому
Since I already have a very light foam pad, I would go with the Klymit static v. My foam pad is bulky but extremely light and I can actually sleep on it. I tie it onto the bottom of my pack. I'm always insured being insulated with it, and I have a dog, which makes me worried about getting anything else.
@JasonRasmussen Рік тому
I have the Klymit Insulated Static-V. It's great, comfortable, packs small, inflates in 9 breaths. My wife is a side sleeper and loves it.
@ajhourniforever Рік тому
I have no idea why I originally clicked on this….but you made an awesome video and I thank you for that!!! Great info and analysis!
@seanrich7969 Рік тому
Really glad I pulled the trigger on the Rapide SL. Going to put it to the test on my AT thru hike 2023!
@tsengmactantan7854 2 місяці тому
Very helpful review and informative content. I really like it. Thanks.
@tact1cal403 Рік тому
Watching this after I just bought my Rapide SL from the REI anniversary sale 😎 Great video as always!
@Salokinos Рік тому
Hello from your neighbor in Minnesota. Great video, love the mixture of detailed review and humor. I've been a subscriber for a while but never commented (that I can remember). All my gear was destroyed in a flooded basement, so your take on current gear is appreciated.
@joeyjones9041 Рік тому
I bought the Klymit Static V Recon insulated sleeping pad on eBay factory refurbished for $45, it has an R Value of 4. I love it, it performs great and the price was ridiculously low. It had the same warranty as a brand new one as well.
@chrisbushman718 Рік тому
I use the klymit static v lite and can confirm its an excellent pad on a budget. If you can't drop like 300 bucks on a pad, its definitely worth the money. A comfortable and reliable 3 season pad.
@tysonsutherland3501 Рік тому
Eh, I tried it out for a while but I hated it. I am a side sleeper though so that might have affected the performance. I ended up going with a thermarest trail scout and it's way warmer and more comfortable even though it's about a third of the thickness of the static v lite
@JasonRasmussen Рік тому
Concur. It's great.
@fleckosofly8001 Рік тому
I've used mine down to like 20F with a foam pad under it. It's been great. The baffles allow your sleeping bag insulation to expand a little bit and provide extra warmth.
@skinnyphuqer Рік тому
agree. i only paid $70 for mine new and that alone seals the deal for me, but it would be worth it at full price too
@tectonicshifting Рік тому
I've ended up with Expeds and really like them. Use the pump sack as a bag liner. I also only buy wide, and my R7 mummy is 25oz, R4 mummy is 18 and neither sound like chip bags🙂
@OutdoorsPodcast Рік тому
Just bought a Big Agnes Rapid SL in the 25x72 thanks to your review and I’m super happy. Also had a luxury of camping with Chef Corso in my home state of Missouri! Thanks for the recommendation, bought the tiny pump as well!
@nickpokorny388 Рік тому
Loving my new Nemo Quasar 3D Insulated (regular wide). Kept me warm on that frost morning in Algonquin. Rolls down to the size of a Nalgene, which is amazing for 25 inches wide and 3.5 inches thick. Great for side sleeping. And super quiet too.
@chrishill7430 Рік тому
Just bought this at REI a couple of weeks ago at 30% Off so great deal and I know I'll love it
@user-bm3zb5dd3i 9 місяців тому
I’ve got some thermarest neo air variant it’s like 4” thick, packs down really small and love it. Having the 4” of pad is nice because I can either pump it I bought the Klymit Static V Recon insulated sleeping pad on eBay factory refurbished for $45, it has an R Value of 4. I love it, it performs great and the price was ridiculously low. It had the same warranty as a brand new one as well.
@dannyadventurer1172 Рік тому
I agree with you on the XTherm. I had the S2S ultralight/non-insulated, which came in at a higher R value than the insulated, go figure. Weight vs R Value, the Xtherm is the king.
@coopermills6970 Рік тому
Great video, love the information and the entertainment!!
@adventureswithbecketandxena Рік тому
I just picked up the Klymit Static V I'll be testing it out next weekend.
@ajsjs9 Рік тому
I love how this man is both trolling us and informing us at the same time. ty lol
@aurtisanminer2827 Рік тому
I used my uber lite on snow this spring and stayed warm. It only got down to about 25 degrees and I added a space blanket under it but I was surprised how warm I stayed. I sleep pretty warm, though.
@user-sl8kq3cj7b Рік тому
Great review thanks Dan! Have you tried the Klymit Klymaloft pad? Seems like maybe an option if comfort is no1 priority?
@simongee8928 Рік тому
I'm still using my Thermarest mat that I bought in 1992. In the thirty years I've been using it, never failed me. Nuff said - ! 😁
@UrMom_says Рік тому
Excellent video 👌🏼 Kept it moving & stuffed a lot of info in a short video. And I'm fine with a tie at the end.
@briankohlman4356 2 місяці тому
Very informative video - thanks for putting it out there. Can you please provide a link for the air pump? I couldn't find it at Backcountry.
@williamgibbs71 Рік тому
Just got the xtherm. Thanks for reaffirming my decision. Have the prolite plus also and its great just doesn't roll down as small but nice and steardy for kayak camping. Thanks for the vid
@ryandearing60 Рік тому
Thanks for this video! I own an older x-therm but I had been looking at the sea to summit until I saw this video. I had a BA years ago but it sprung a leak on the first trip.
@sha6mm Рік тому
Thanks for the review Dan
@andrewdevonshire3255 Рік тому
The Sea to Summit Etherlight XT Insulated is VERY comfortable, packs small & is so thick it is a MUST for side sleepers. Decent R Vakue at 3.2 also. I got the Wide Rectangular version- worth every penny for a good sleep on the ground.
@smokie33 Рік тому
Thank you. I'm looking for a side and stomach sleeper, i read that the Etherlight XT is a good choice.
@marcusaurelius200516 Рік тому
The Exped Ultra 3R is very similar to the Big Agnes pads. I love it! Super comfortable.
@ruthionut Рік тому
I am trying out the Klymit Static V Insulated Lite. I was disappointed when I saw it had an ASTM R-value of 1.9, not 4.4 like it calls out on the advertising. I really like the ease of set-up but want something that could would keep me warm even below freezing (maybe about 15F?). How much warmth does a foam pad offer if I was to "double-up" for colder nights? And does the extra pad need to have a specific R-value?
@formulaeternal Рік тому
Your videos have gotten so good adding Emit
@jackrollins2847 Рік тому
GREAT VIDEO! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
@matthewishunting Рік тому
That flashback edit though!
@auzcote9789 Рік тому
Have a 4 season kylmit. Used it in November in Massachusetts. With a 45 degree EMS bag. Stayed nice and toasty. Along with just a ozark trail pad under it as extra protection
@stickyprickle Рік тому
I had already decided that my next pad would be a xtherm so I’m am glad you agreed it’s an amazing pad especially if you only have 1 pad
@OutdoorJochen Рік тому
Thermarest Neo Air Xtherm 👍🏼👍🏼 we use 3 in different sizes and we are really happy with them, also the lifetime guarantee is nice to have 😊 small / light / all weather conditions - perfekt 😴
@Magellan678 Рік тому
I picked up the BA Rapide SL earlier this year and have already used it on several trips. Best sleep I’ve ever gotten while backpacking! I’m a side sleeper too and have never felt the ground.
@beng4466 Рік тому
Did you get the wide or the regular? If the regular, did you find it big enough?
@dgrad2776 Рік тому
I just bought the Big Agnes Q-Core Deluxe, it's blue he didn't show it here. But it is super comfortable with a r value of 4.3. It's a lot bigger to pack than my old Static V, but it's way more comfortable to sleep on.
@Staypuff777 Рік тому
IMHO the Klymit Static V is the "okayest" sleeping pad. Not bad for the money but I think there are better options now.
@reygonzalez792 Рік тому
I can confirm the q-core deluxe is super comfortable. I prefer it over my bigger “more comfortable” exped mega mat 10 car camping sleeping pad. I also have the tensor and while it’s not as comfortable it still is great.
@privateeye2490 Рік тому
I wonder if the turquoise version differs somehow. It's also way more $$.
@garthflint Рік тому
@@Staypuff777 I have the Static V for budget reasons. Not warm, not comfortable, but cheap and works well enough for summer. If I had money I would definitely upgrade.
@danloucks1251 Рік тому
I have found that the deluxe sleeps colder than a 4.3 pad should. What’s the lowest temp you have used it and been ok? Are you a warm sleeper? Do you use a quilt?
@CapitanFantasma1776 Рік тому
Thanks Dan! Really helped!
@fata7932 Рік тому
I use Layon sleeping pad. It's comfortable. It's not for winter but I love how small it packs.
@davidshaw7823 Місяць тому
Hi Dan, your advice and gear expertise is really appreciated. Your opinion on the Exped Versa 4r would have been good.
@sneakybow1 Рік тому
Just shows the difference in everyone's experiences. I've had no issues with my S2S Ether Light Xtreme being cold, I think you got the world's worst copy of it Dan lol. For warmth to weight though there's still nothing that beats the Xtherm. I'll have another one soon enough, but for now I'm covered with my Xlite and my Xtreme.
@banshee107 Рік тому
Own 3 different Static V’s love em! Work, play and 1 for the kid.
@MarkBradshawgreenredblack Рік тому
I like your conclusion. I just bought the Big Agnes Rapide whassisname. Great pad but a stupid name. It’s my first good quality pad after decades of roughing it. I’ve only had a few nights on it so far but it really does seem to tick all my boxes.
@gailjohnson6670 Рік тому
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
@MrDanAng1 Рік тому
I would go for a Neoair Xtherm Max Large. It is not really heavy by any measure, about 640 grams/23 oz and decently sized to carry, but REALLY good R-value and big and comfortable when inflated and also not very likely to spring a leak, compared to lighter neoair models. But I'm glad I don't have to choose just one, so I can end up with about half the weight and size in the summer times. EDIT: Fun to see Dan reaching or at least leaning to the same conclusion.
@waynus2021 Рік тому
they`re also well over 200 quid here in the UK , that`s an AWFUL lot of cash for a sleeping matt
@MrDanAng1 Рік тому
@@waynus2021 Yes, it's a steep price... but on the other hand, it's actually both light and warm enough that you can use it year round. So you can buy once and cry once. 😉 Of course, most will buy a summer setup first, but for those who have a chance, they can get away with buying just one pad.
@randomaf6999 9 місяців тому
Hey, do you sleep on the xtherm in summer? Does it work or is it too hot?
@BaxTechYT Рік тому
I’m still rocking this old thermarest I got from a military surplus. Little on the heavy side, but so durable and comfortable
@mrmwood83 Рік тому
Last week I had my Exped mat of 14 years develop a leek, so started looking at alternatives. This video helps a lot but I wondered why you didn't include any newer Exped models. Should I avoid them?
@AustinB722 Рік тому
Hey Dan (or anyone in the comments), I first started getting into backpacking January of last year. Unfortunately I suffered a dirt bike accident that broke my back and left it fused. I’ve gone on multiple hikes and once I find my grove I feel pretty good. I tried going backpacking again one time but my current setup felt so bad on my back, from the hike to laying down. Unfortunately I had to call someone to help me get back. My question is I’m trying to go much lighter this time, aswell as what would be the best sleeping situation for someone like me so what would be something’s you’d recommend me look into. Hammock seem like a really good idea between the weight and I mostly sleep on my back now. Thank you in advance!
@matthewfurst1577 Рік тому
All right my man, getting the red one 25x72. Should have listened to you on the black pad LOL. Thanks for the great videos love your channel. Keep up the great work. ✌️
@jansveen Рік тому
I got that red Big agnes today. It comes with a bag to fill up air, it is no noisy moving on it, and the edges are just perfect. I have 40 yeaars of trekking and climbing, long bike trips. I have tried a lot of equipment. This Big agnes pad, it surly seems like the most perfect and best. I just lay on it, and felt this great warmth coming from it. I got some old therma rest for the summers. This one is for the winter, I live in scandinavia. Looking forward to go out tomorrow, Just for sleeping hehehe. Watching this video , it just makes me feel even better! Good night!
@jansveen 9 місяців тому
Now, 9 months later, my Big Agnes is loosing air. Really a disapointment. I know that it can't be a puncture because it has never been directly on the ground like not even gras, always in a tent, and always on top of some protection. I would not say it is a budget pad, not at all. But it is very comfortable to sleep on, as long as it does not loose air.
@PhilAndersonOutside Рік тому
Another good video Dan! I work for REI and I pretty much agree with everything you said. People looking for alternatives may want to look at the Thermarest Neoair Xlite (almost as warm as the Xtherm, down to 12 oz!) or if on a budget, the ProLite Apex is a great deal at $129! A good Big Agnes alternative is the Q-Core. Well worth considering. Sea to Summit makes some great products. Especially their liners. And the focus a lot of attention on sleep systems, but the only sleeping pad of theirs I like at all is the Ether Light XT Extreme, which is very warm, comfortable, but it's on the heavy side.
@richardscoresby 8 місяців тому
Dan, I appreciate the pad reviews but I'm curious why you haven't included the insulated or luxe klymits. I'm using an insulated static v luxe sl, r value 6.5 that I found on sale for less than $100. Since I can't afford to buy a bunch and test them, I'd love to see your opinion on that compared to other high r value pads for taller people.
@JerryHernandez Рік тому
I have the Xtherm Max and it's it warm for sure but not comfortable for side sleeping. I literally pulled the trigger on a Rapide AND a tensor on the REI memorial day sale. Hoping to see which is more comfortable but I had my fingers crossed 🤞 on the Rapide for the side baffles. I'm a hammock camper and I actually kind of like the cradle feel.
@helsonly722 Рік тому
So which one do you like better? Then rapide or tensor? Also which 1 is quieter?
@andyloucks 11 місяців тому
Yeah we need a follow up on this! I’m a side sleeper torn between Xtherm Max and Rapide 😂
@jeanyves8585 Рік тому
Hi Dan, I’ m about to get a new sleeping pad to replace my thermarest prolite, and I have a question about the rapide sl (my choice because of the comfort factor!): is it noisy? I tend to move lot at night… cheers from France!
@trailheadjunkie Рік тому
I recently bought the Rapide 25x72 inch and used it for camping in Yosemite area this past weekend and it is basically what you said and then some and Ive been a Tensor user awhile.
@kaeden9656 Рік тому
This really helps. Thank you
@outbackwack368 Рік тому
Thanks! I need good, light and compact for bikepacking.
@christophersiano969 Рік тому
Very helpful video. Was nice to see the spread and hear the hows and whys all together. I had a nasty puncture in my pad last season and I needed a new pad NOW. Found a Sea to Summit in stock and bought it. While it is the Either Light XT, it's the 'R' version and it's a large mummy shape. Packs a whole lot smaller than yours, but with an r-value only above 3, I don't think I'd ever try it in the cold. It's fantastic for mid-spring - mid-fall and I love the pack size. I think the storage bag that doubles as a pump bag also wins it some kudos. Just wanted to give some credit where it is due. (^_^) Would be awesome to see you set up an array of the lightweight tents you've tried and go through the pros and cons on them in a similar video. It's so hard to compare today's tents from specs and buying them would be a fortune. Thanks for the channel.
@VagaBumAdventures Рік тому
In the last two seasons I’ve had the Nemo, Xlite, SLX and DLX. I really liked the DLX. 🤙🏼
@jestopherson Рік тому
I have that S to S or a very similar one and I find it extremely comfortable. Not only that I used it below freezing in the mountains this week and it was so warm I actually spent the majority of the night mostly outside of my sleeping bag and my bag is only a 0°C bag. So I can't imagine what sort of luxury these other pads would be like
@Rminder Рік тому
I have Sea To Summit Etherlight XT ( you skipped it somehow from this show ) and it's super comfy, well packable (with bikepacking as well) and light sleeping pad. I'm side sleeper and it's a must have one.
@danielpozo8623 Рік тому
Just picked one of these up, excited to try it out.
@malikpata1996 Рік тому
Love my Nemo. By the way- the updated models are lighter than the previous. Great pad.
@user-pf1hb4jf9p 6 місяців тому
Thanks for the helpful video. I had experience with the Seatosummit matrass. Which was super comfortable, but holes kept appearing on the welding spots. A well known problem, but a larger dealbreaker for me then the isolation value, since that's not so important to me (good weather camper boy ;) I think I will go for the Big Agnes, comfortable is important to me, since I've got enough back problems already.
@kamw5454 8 місяців тому
Hi Dan I am looking for a ned pad I have a couple but they are round on the ends and I wanted to get something squared on the bottom. I am looking at this one now Rapide SL Insulated Sleeping Pad after watching this video I gust wanted to ask you what size should I get I am 6.1 210lbs I love the videos and I too live in WI, up north
@nickhtk6285 3 місяці тому
Thanks. Good video. Confirmed what Id found online.
@patriceb26 8 місяців тому
Bonjour so which one is the best ?
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