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Posted: 3/27/2015 3:52:39 PM EDT

This will be for backpacking and also be part of my B.O.B.

I am leaning towards a inflatable model and would prefer the highest R value I can have without getting insanely expensive. I can compromise on the R value a bit by supplementing with a rubber pad for really cold days. Let's say the budget is sub $200 and preferably sub $150. Thanks.

Posted: 3/27/2015 4:06:36 PM EDT

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L.L. Beans

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This will be for backpacking and also be part of my B.O.B.

I am leaning towards a inflatable model and would prefer the highest R value I can have without getting insanely expensive. I can compromise on the R value a bit by supplementing with a rubber pad for really cold days. Let's say the budget is sub $200 and preferably sub $150. Thanks.

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Posted: 3/27/2015 4:23:57 PM EDT

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Look at the offerings from Klymit, particularly the Static V series. Seriously amazing pads, and on the less expensive end of the spectrum.

Posted: 3/27/2015 4:27:39 PM EDT

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I will throw in my customary pitch for the Big Agnes "system." There's no substitute. Might not be as much of an issue if you aren't like me and therefore less prone to rolling off most mats.

Posted: 3/27/2015 5:45:34 PM EDT

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Look at the offerings from Klymit, particularly the Static V series. Seriously amazing pads, and on the less expensive end of the spectrum.

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Big klymit fan here. I'm big on bang-for-the-buck and don't see any better than Klymit. I have both the static v and insulated version. Almost bought a thermarest neoair but didn't like the noise and thin material.

At $200 you have a ton of options.
Klymit static v insulated $65
Cabela's Instinct XPG Insulated Sleeping Pad $120
Exped downmat 7 $150
Thermarest xtherm $160 (after 20% off at REI now)

Posted: 3/27/2015 5:51:05 PM EDT

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2" thick self inflating Thermorest I have is 15+ years old and is holding up strong. Has a cover on it that converts the thing into a chair as well. Can't speak about the newest sleeping pads.

Some things are worth the weight. Trying to sleep on some thin cheap POS pad with your hips digging into the ground beneath it sucks ass. Trying to sleep on some thin cheap POS pad when it's freezing sucks ass and balls.

Posted: 3/27/2015 7:44:33 PM EDT

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I have the therma rest xlite, would prefer the xterm for the added r value but the change to my Christmas wish list came AFTER my wife had bought it.

Posted: 3/27/2015 10:07:43 PM EDT

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I got an exped downmat and the thing is awesome. A little warm for summer camping, but a great fall winter spring pad. I may pick up a non-insulated Exped for warm summer hikes.

My 2¢ get the thickest mat you can allow for weigh/carry wise.

Posted: 3/27/2015 10:39:45 PM EDT

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The basic reason for a sleeping mat is to insulate you from the ground to keep you warm. No matter what you will never be comfortable. The Z-rest or a cheap foam pad will fit the bill and keep you warm.

I have camped and backpacked a lot. Inflatable pads never last long and will get holes eventually.

Posted: 3/28/2015 9:04:30 AM EDT

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Thanks for the advice here, I was in the market for a new one this season. I ordered the Klymit Insulated Static V Camo Inflatable Sleeping Pad off Amazon based on some research and reviews. Sounds like it also works well in a hammock, which is my preferred sleeping method.

Posted: 3/28/2015 2:43:42 PM EDT

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The basic reason for a sleeping mat is to insulate you from the ground to keep you warm. No matter what you will never be comfortable. The Z-rest or a cheap foam pad will fit the bill and keep you warm.

I have camped and backpacked a lot. Inflatable pads never last long and will get holes eventually.

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Really.
I bought my Thermarest in 1993 and it still inflates and stays inflated each and every time I use it.
Used it for a solid week in February.
Maybe todays are not as good as yesterdays.

Posted: 3/28/2015 3:17:31 PM EDT

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Thanks everyone. I ordered a Klymit Insulated Static V.

Posted: 3/28/2015 5:13:24 PM EDT

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Really.
I bought my Thermarest in 1993 and it still inflates and stays inflated each and every time I use it.
Used it for a solid week in February.
Maybe todays are not as good as yesterdays.

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The basic reason for a sleeping mat is to insulate you from the ground to keep you warm. No matter what you will never be comfortable. The Z-rest or a cheap foam pad will fit the bill and keep you warm.

I have camped and backpacked a lot. Inflatable pads never last long and will get holes eventually.

Really.
I bought my Thermarest in 1993 and it still inflates and stays inflated each and every time I use it.
Used it for a solid week in February.
Maybe todays are not as good as yesterdays.

I think his comments apply only to CCF pads. I've tried CCF, self inflating, and inflatable, and I can definitely say my 2.5" thick Klymit is comfortable. Once my fiance and friend each laid on it, they each bought one too.

Posted: 3/28/2015 6:23:38 PM EDT

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I think his comments apply only to CCF pads. I've tried CCF, self inflating, and inflatable, and I can definitely say my 2.5" thick Klymit is comfortable. Once my fiance and friend each laid on it, they each bought one too.

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The basic reason for a sleeping mat is to insulate you from the ground to keep you warm. No matter what you will never be comfortable. The Z-rest or a cheap foam pad will fit the bill and keep you warm.

I have camped and backpacked a lot. Inflatable pads never last long and will get holes eventually.

Really.
I bought my Thermarest in 1993 and it still inflates and stays inflated each and every time I use it.
Used it for a solid week in February.
Maybe todays are not as good as yesterdays.

I think his comments apply only to CCF pads. I've tried CCF, self inflating, and inflatable, and I can definitely say my 2.5" thick Klymit is comfortable. Once my fiance and friend each laid on it, they each bought one too.

Not quite sure what a ccf pad is but my old Thermarest is definitely self inflating and keeps my back warm while sleeping in my bag and again does not leak.

Posted: 3/29/2015 9:12:15 AM EDT

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CCF = Closed Cell Foam

Posted: 3/29/2015 8:00:06 PM EDT

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CCF = Closed Cell Foam

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Ahh!!
Thanks for the explanation.
Back in the 70's and early 80's we used closed cell foam 3/8 inch pads that were vanilla in color and called Ensolite.
They were just barely passable and did not give one a relaxed nights sleep even if you were some young early 20's whip.
I will happily use a Thermarest or like type insulated inflatable any day.