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Big Agnes Air Core SL Inflatable Sleeping Pad

New for 2013! The ultra-lightweight Big Agnes Air Core SL inflatable pad is ideal for ounce-counting backpackers and thru-hikers. Designed for summer or warm-weather use, the pad packs down small and takes up little space inside your backpack.

Big Agnes
Air Core SL

  • R-Value 1.5
  • Ultra-lightweight backpacking
  • Starting at: $94.94
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Closed Cell Foam Sleeping Pad

Designed for cost-conscious, ounce-counting backpackers, the Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite is a compact, closed-cell foam pad. Dual density foam provides a softer sleeping surface and a denser layer of support on the bottom of the Z-Lite.

Therm-a-Rest
Z-Lite

  • R-value 2.2
  • Rating:
  • Price: $39.95
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Classic Closed Cell Foam Sleeping Pad

The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Classic is a lightweight closed-cell foam sleeping pad. Molded ridges increase comfort and subsequent indentations trap the heat of your body to achieve an R-value of 2.6. Available in Regular and Large sizes.

Therm-a-Rest
RidgeRest Classic

  • R-value 2.6
  • Reliable closed-cell foam pad
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  • Starting at: $19.95
Therm-a-Rest ProLite Self Inflating Sleeping Pad

Lightweight and compact, the Therm-a-Rest Prolite is a durable, versatile self inflating sleeping pad that is ideal for warm weather and 3-season use. Ideal for backpackers, the ProLite mattress has streamlined packed dimensions.

Therm-a-Rest
ProLite

  • R-value 2.2
  • Warm-weather self-inflating backpacking pad
  • Starting at: $59.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
NEMO Zor Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad

Combining lightweight construction, rugged durability and insulation, the NEMO Zor self-inflating sleeping pad is well designed for minimalist backpacking in all seasons. Weighs under a pound.

NEMO
Zor

  • Unique inflatable sleeping pad
  • Rating:
  • Starting at: $89.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Solar Closed Cell Foam Sleeping Pad

The lightweight Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Solar is a heat-reflecting update to the classic RidgeRest Deluxe. This durable closed-cell foam pad’s aluminized surface works with integrated heat-trapping contours to offer year-round comfort.

Therm-a-Rest
RidgeRest Solar

  • R-Value 3.5
  • Rating:
  • Starting at: $39.95
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Sleeping Pad

The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite is a heat-reflecting update to the classic RidgeRest. This durable closed-cell foam pad’s aluminized surface works with integrated heat-trapping contours to offer year-round comfort.

Therm-a-Rest
RidgeRest SOLite

  • R-Value 2.8
  • Closed cell foam durability with added warmth
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  • Starting at: $19.95
Klymit Inertia XFrame Recon Inflatable Sleeping Pad

The award-winning Klymit Inertia XFrame Recon inflatable sleeping pad provides excellent comfort for such a lightweight (9.7 ounces) and compact (3" x 6") offering. Roughly the size and weight of a 20 oz can of soda!

Klymit
Inertia XFrame Recon

  • Loft Pockets lower weight and bulk
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  • Price: $99.94
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest (Old Style) Closed Cell Foam Sleeping Pad

Measuring 25" x 77" x .625", the versatile Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest is a lightweight closed-cell foam sleeping pad. The molded foam ridges increase comfort, while indentations trap warm air.

Therm-a-Rest
RidgeRest (Old Style)

  • R-value 2.6
  • Classic, lightweight closed cell foam pad
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  • Reg. Price: $34.95
    $26.95
Exped AirMat Basic UL 7.5 Inflatable Sleeping Pad

Lightweight and compact, the Exped AirMat Basic UL 7.5 Inflatable sleeping pad is designed for summer or warm-weather use, and the incredibly small packed size will appeal to any ounce-counting backpacker.

Exped
AirMat Basic UL 7.5

  • R-value 0.7
  • Ultralight and compact
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  • Starting at: $78.99
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir (2011) Inflatable Sleeping Pad

Despite weighing in at less than a pound, the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir utilizes a one-of-a-kind integrated truss system and an internal reflective barrier that make it the warmest non-insulated inflatable sleeping pad on the market.

Therm-a-Rest
NeoAir (2011)

  • R-value 2.5
  • Rating:
  • Reg. Price: $129.95
    $89.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Klymit Inertia X-Lite Inflatable Sleeping Pad

Catering to ounce-counting backpackers and thru-hikers, the torso-length Klymit Inertia X-Lite inflatable pad weighs just 6.1 oz and packs down to just 2.75" x 6"! A cut-away design sheds unnecessary bulk while effectively capturing your body’s heat.

Klymit
Inertia X-Lite

  • Loft Pockets lower weight and bulk
  • Price: $89.94
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Therm-a-Rest Women's ProLite Self Inflating Sleeping Pad

Lightweight and compact, the Therm-a-Rest Women’s Prolite is a durable, versatile 3-season self inflating sleeping pad. Catering to female backpackers, this women’s specific mattress has added insulation at the feet and in the torso.

Therm-a-Rest
Women's ProLite

  • R-value 2.8
  • Warm-weather self-inflating backpacking pad
  • Price: $99.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Klymit Inertia X Wave Inflatable Sleeping Pad

New for 2013! Catering to ounce-counting backpackers and thru-hikers, the 3/4-length Klymit Inertia X Wave inflatable pad weighs just 10.5 oz and packs down to 3" x 7"! A cut-away design reduces bulk while effectively capturing your body’s heat.

Klymit
Inertia X Wave

  • Price: $99.94
  • Free shipping plus free returns
Klymit Static V Infatable Sleeping Pad

The innovative Klymit Static V inflatable sleeping pad is an excellent balance of price, performance, weight and packed size. A unique V-chamber design helps to hold the warmth of your body and provides excellent support and comfort.

Klymit
Static V

  • Innovative warm/comfortable design
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  • Price: $59.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
  • Out of stock.
Klymit Insulated Static V Inflatable Sleeping Pad

The innovative, inflatable Klymit Insulated Static Vsleeping pad employs a unique weight-saving pocketed V-chamber design and utilizes Primaloft insulation to deliver warmth and comfort for year-round backpacking use.

Klymit
Insulated Static V

  • Warm, innovative all-season pad
  • Rating:
  • Price: $89.95
  • Free shipping plus free returns
  • Out of stock.
Klymit Inertia XFrame Inflatable Sleeping Pad

The award-winning Klymit Inertia XFrame inflatable sleeping pad provides ounce-counting backpackers with unexpected comfort for such a lightweight (9.1 ounces) and compact (3" x 6") offering. Roughly the size and weight of a 20 oz can of soda!

Klymit
Inertia XFrame

  • Loft Pockets lower weight and bulk
  • Price: $99.94
  • Free shipping plus free returns
  • Out of stock.
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