Sleeping Mat News

Jww

Jww

Thru Hiker
9cm thick core and oversized 11cm thick baffles
Keeps you wedged in the middle of the pad, my xtherm was the mummy shape,

All personal preference, I wouldn't change for the sake of it like I did

Jaco said:
My wife and I both use XLites; hers looks like new, mine ... doesn't.
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I don't keep my stuff long enough 😂 I'm also a clean freak, so have incredibly high standards, which is why I most buy new, and most peoples good condition is 💩
 
Jakey

Jakey

Section Hiker
Jakey said:
Just back from my Spain bikepacking trip and my Uberlite mattress has bitten the dust (baffles blown again).

I’m going to return it - given that it’s my third one, I am hoping that TR do offer to replace with the Xlite because I can’t be bothered keep sending them back……
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Update, just received my replacement Xlite NXT from Thermarest 👍

Great customer service, as usual.

Only problem is the 110g weight penalty, but I do think that the Uberlite may be an example of a product being slightly too light and delicate for it’s intended use…..
 
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Norrland

Norrland

Thru Hiker
Johnny3000 said:
Came across the Hybridcore mat by Robens which seems to be new for 2024. Does anybody have experience with it?

Not too lightweight, but couldn't find a similar R-value for the price. No pump bag included, I reckon? Do they have the same valves as Exped Ultra mats?

Airbeds - buy online direct from Robens here

www.robens.de www.robens.de
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Same weight as my exped dura 6 downmat and that's got like 100d top and 200d bottom or something nuts 😆
 
Bear

Bear

Ultralighter
Jakey said:
Update, just received my replacement Xlite NXT from Thermarest 👍

Great customer service, as usual.

Only problem is the 110g weight penalty, but I do think that the Uberlite may be an example of a product being slightly too light and delicate for it’s intended use…..
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Result! Did you request the Xlite or did they just send it instead?
 
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verysimple

Trail Blazer
2025 nemo tensor elite coming. 8.3oz. thermarest uberlite users rejoice.

Built with custom CORDURA® nylon, the Tensor™ Elite is the lightest sleeping pad NEMO has made to date, with a minimum weight of just 8.3 oz for the Regular Mummy.


thedaily.outdoorretailer.com

NEMO Unveils Its 2025 Product Line

NEMO unveils its 2025 product line. NEMO unveils next generation of its best-selling Stargaze Chair and world’s first bluesign® backpacking tent.
thedaily.outdoorretailer.com thedaily.outdoorretailer.com
 
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verysimple

Trail Blazer
2025 thermarest sleeping pads

THERM-A-REST REVOLUTIONIZES CAMP COMFORT FOR SPRING 2025 WITH THE MOST COMFORTABLE BACKPACKING PAD EVER​

Therm-a-Rest, a pioneer in outdoor comfort innovation, introduces the most comfortable backpacking mattress EVER built in spring 2025, the NeoLoft. Thick, light, plush, and compact, you’ve never carried more comfort deep into the backcountry. At 4.6 inches thick and 25 ounces, backpackers no longer have to choose between a light pack and uncompromising comfort.
In addition to the new NeoLoft, Therm-a-Rest is expanding its camp comfort category with an updated Trail Pro and new Trail ProLight in the self-inflating category. Listening closely to the feedback and needs of its customers, Therm-a-Rest is prioritizing comfort and sustainability in spring 2025. A recent survey by the brand shows that 42% of backpackers prioritize comfort over warmth, weight, and packability when choosing a sleeping pad – values that Therm-a-Rest has amplified in its latest designs.


Therm-a-Rest revolutionizes camp comfort for spring 2025 with the most comfortable backpacking pad EVER - Outdoor Industry Association

outdoorindustry.org outdoorindustry.org
 
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BogTrotter

Thru Hiker
verysimple said:
2025 thermarest sleeping pads

THERM-A-REST REVOLUTIONIZES CAMP COMFORT FOR SPRING 2025 WITH THE MOST COMFORTABLE BACKPACKING PAD EVER​

Therm-a-Rest, a pioneer in outdoor comfort innovation, introduces the most comfortable backpacking mattress EVER built in spring 2025, the NeoLoft. Thick, light, plush, and compact, you’ve never carried more comfort deep into the backcountry. At 4.6 inches thick and 25 ounces, backpackers no longer have to choose between a light pack and uncompromising comfort.
In addition to the new NeoLoft, Therm-a-Rest is expanding its camp comfort category with an updated Trail Pro and new Trail ProLight in the self-inflating category. Listening closely to the feedback and needs of its customers, Therm-a-Rest is prioritizing comfort and sustainability in spring 2025. A recent survey by the brand shows that 42% of backpackers prioritize comfort over warmth, weight, and packability when choosing a sleeping pad – values that Therm-a-Rest has amplified in its latest designs.


Therm-a-Rest revolutionizes camp comfort for spring 2025 with the most comfortable backpacking pad EVER - Outdoor Industry Association

outdoorindustry.org outdoorindustry.org
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“The more comfortable Trail Pro is a generous three inches thick and weighs in at 30 punches.”

I wonder what the “pop ability“ might be?
 
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Kef9

Backpacker
Rab will be bringing out some new mats next year.

There is the 800 down filled hypersphere ultra 7.5 with an r value of 7.3, 8cm thick, 610g in a size regular.

There is also the 650 down filled hypersphere 9.5 with an r value of 9.5, 10cm thick, 840g in a size regular.
 
Norrland

Norrland

Thru Hiker
Kef9 said:
Rab will be bringing out some new mats next year.

There is the 800 down filled hypersphere ultra 7.5 with an r value of 7.3, 8cm thick, 610g in a size regular.

There is also the 650 down filled hypersphere 9.5 with an r value of 9.5, 10cm thick, 840g in a size regular.
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Why use inferior quality down in the warmer mat? 🧐🤷‍♂️
 
Norrland

Norrland

Thru Hiker
cuprajake said:
Why use down in a mat? Wouldn't it be really susceptible to damp?
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Down works well in sleeping mats. Is lighter and longer lasting than synthetic insulation. Mostly used for really cold weather stuff. I have an exped Dura 6 for winter and it's ridiculously warm. If you somehow get a leak somewhere then then down immediately fills the hole, stopping the leak and making it easy to find the hole/repair it. So it's quite reliable. The most annoying thing with down pads is the down moving around and never being quite sure how it's distributed. But I found that once you have held the pad up to the sun/light and got the distribution correct then it doesn't tend to move around so much under normal usage.

Down will never contend with thermarest tech under non winter conditions but I like the reliability of down in harsh winter conditions. In regards to moisture, I think it's a non issue. Haven't heard of anyone having moisture issues inside down pads
 
ADz

ADz

Thru Hiker
Johnny3000 said:
Came across the Hybridcore mat by Robens which seems to be new for 2024. Does anybody have experience with it?

Not too lightweight, but couldn't find a similar R-value for the price. No pump bag included, I reckon? Do they have the same valves as Exped Ultra mats?

Airbeds - buy online direct from Robens here

www.robens.de www.robens.de
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The Flextail is much better value and lighter. R 5.6 £94.99
ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk

R05 Zero Mummy Sleeping Mat

Flextail R05 Zero Mummy Sleeping Mat available now at Ultralight Outdoor Gear with FREE UK+EU Delivery, reviews, full tech specs & helpful buying advice.
ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk
 
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BogTrotter

Thru Hiker
cuprajake said:
Why use down in a mat? Wouldn't it be really susceptible to damp?
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Late to the party, but I can’t see the point of down in a sleeping mat.
Down retains warmth by creating an insulating air gap. Air mats are already insulated air gaps. Surely the suspended heat shield principle adds greater insulation than down which adds no further air gap??
 
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