2024 BEST SLEEPING PAD AWARDS

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Justin Outdoors

Justin Outdoors

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👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇
Ultra 3R: geni.us/Ultra3R
Xlite: geni.us/XliteNXT
Xtherm NXT: geni.us/xtherm
Ultra 7R: geni.us/Ultra7R
Tensor Extreme: geni.us/TensorExtreme
Oblivion: geni.us/OV-Oblivion
Recharge: geni.us/PariaRechargeXL
Helix: geni.us/HelixSleepingPad
Flex Air: geni.us/FlexliteAir
Ultra 5R: geni.us/Exped5R
Tensor All-Season: geni.us/TensorAllSeason
Intro 00:00
Best Ultralight Sleeping Pad 0:32
Best Warm Sleeping Pad 1:54
Best Budget Sleeping Pad 4:17
Best Comfortable Sleeping Pad 5:30
Best All-Around Sleeping Pad 7:59
Notable Exceptions 9:06
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⭐ MY FAVORITE GEAR ⭐
Garmin InReach Mini: geni.us/InReachMini2
Decathlon Down Jacket - geni.us/Trek100DownJacketM
REI Flash 55 Pack: geni.us/Flash55
Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt: geni.us/enigmadown
Garmin Fenix Watch: geni.us/FenixWatch
Lanshan 1 Pro Tent: geni.us/Lanshan1Pro
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Sony ZV-E1: geni.us/Sony-ZVE1
GoPro Hero 11: geni.us/GoPro11
Insta360 One X3: geni.us/Insta-360
Rode Wireless Mic: geni.us/Rode-Wireless
Komperdell Camera Staff: geni.us/CameraStaff
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@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇 Ultra 3R: geni.us/Ultra3R Xlite: geni.us/XliteNXT Xtherm NXT: geni.us/xtherm Ultra 7R: geni.us/Ultra7R Tensor Extreme: geni.us/TensorExtreme Oblivion: geni.us/OV-Oblivion Recharge: geni.us/PariaRechargeXL Helix: geni.us/HelixSleepingPad Flex Air: geni.us/FlexliteAir Ultra 5R: geni.us/Exped5R Tensor All-Season: geni.us/TensorAllSeason
@pyronymph-868
@pyronymph-868 Ай бұрын
I don't understand why you ignore the budget pads by Klymit?!? Super comfy, the uninsulated is super light and works for summer camping, which is when most new people start.😮
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
@@pyronymph-868 I don't find them comfy and they have no warmth.
@pabloelsur1624
@pabloelsur1624 Ай бұрын
Hi @@JustinOutdoors At @GearPriority I left you today in a comment section, below Exped 5R pad review, an info about new Decathlon lightweight pad, surprisingly interesting.
@davehumpleby3440
@davehumpleby3440 Ай бұрын
Have you tried the Flextail mattress?
@Lschick
@Lschick Ай бұрын
Why do I find myself always looking forward to a good sleeping pad review 🙂
@UnsureSR
@UnsureSR Ай бұрын
Was thinking the same thing, and I just bought one.
@TheFishyBoys827
@TheFishyBoys827 Ай бұрын
Same
@hooptroopers
@hooptroopers 13 күн бұрын
For me it has everything to do with attempting to side sleep on a pad that is so thin it bottoms out every time I turn and so narrow, it's only when it's freezing I can be certain I am even on it and if I manage to sleep at all, I wake up every time I turn because I roll off and during the summer, I mostly wake up stiff in my whole body, more often than not somewhere beside it after another horrible night.
@ethanherxmedia
@ethanherxmedia Ай бұрын
I work at REI and my number 1 pad I recommend to people is the Exped Ultra 3R. Around here most people are doing 3 season camping so the 2.9 is fine. One advantage I’ve found is that with the tubular design if you get a puncture it’ll be slightly easier to fix/find compared to something with more valleys and bumps
@matt67524
@matt67524 Ай бұрын
Finally Exped gets some attention!!! I have been using the Exped Ultra 3R wide rectangle for two years now and love it. Comfortable, warm and no durability issues. I have used this pad at about 5 degrees Fahrenheit WITH a closed cell foam pad under it and been plenty warm. I am a side sleeper/flip flopper and have never sunk through this pad. I can’t speak highly enough of this product. I have never seen this pad on anyone else’s channel, I believe because it is not expensive enough. Thank you Justin for another great video… oh have you seen the new Temu pad?!? LOL Joke!
@DanielOutdoors
@DanielOutdoors Ай бұрын
Amok UL is actually better
@Tducks72
@Tducks72 3 күн бұрын
Yeah that’s crazy that if the pad isn’t $200 or more, people think it’s garbage.
@mikem8295
@mikem8295 3 күн бұрын
This is the most informative video I’ve seen with no fluff. Very well done. Appreciate it!
@dylanpausic5026
@dylanpausic5026 Ай бұрын
Good to see the olé trusted Helix is still there🙌 got my fiancé and me both one after your sleeping pad video from last yr and LOVE IT
@wyomtnhippie
@wyomtnhippie 26 күн бұрын
Ive been running the sea to summit for about 5 yrs now. Warm enough in the wyoming winters for me (paired with a ground cloth and 1/16 foam pad) Durable, cozy. I cant recommend it enough
@derekhughes4028
@derekhughes4028 Ай бұрын
Big Agnes Boundry Deluxe is a phenomenal pad. I use the regular wide. It’s warm, quiet, spacious and so comfortable. I was actually speechless the first few times I used it. I was astonished how well it performed.
@stephen3436
@stephen3436 Ай бұрын
Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe Insulated 30x78 has been the most comfortable pad I've ever had. Rivals my actual bed. Costs 2.5 lbs - but I'm 6'4" 220 lbs, so things weigh more.
@paulfranklin9771
@paulfranklin9771 Ай бұрын
Great video. I find myself coming back to it again and again for reference.
@dangerpudge1922
@dangerpudge1922 Ай бұрын
Nice video. I own the Exped 7R, Nemo Tensor EC, and the Zenbivy Flex. All of them are L/W. The Exped is my most comfortable (and thickest) but is a bit finicky to deal with because you have to make sure the down inside isn't packed crushed and is evenly distributed. It's wonderful when you get that sorted though. The Nemo Tensor EC is comfortable enough to be sure. I haven't had an issue with cold spots, but I have a theory on that (and it probably applies to all the reflective style insulation pads): If you don't have the pad entirely covered (sides and top) you'll wind up actually reflecting heat out of the pad where other air-retention systems (like the down in the Exped) won't. I'd be interested to see if you get better results by ensuring you are using a bag/quilt that entirely covers the pad. I did a side-by-side with the 7R and EC (my 10F Zenbivy Light on the Exped and my 40F EE Revelation on the EC). When I swapped at the coldest point of the night I found the Exped was slightly cooler than the EC but the added thermal range of the Zenbivy was now keeping me warmer, whereas the EC was allowing me to say under the EE with a much higher thermal limit well past its comfort limit; I got cold on top before having cold transfer up. The Zenbivy was a pad that initially felt pretty comfortable to me. The more I use it, the more I find it's really getting very close (maybe exceeding) the comfort of my Exped, and it's a good bit lighter but more importantly, packs WAY smaller (as does the EC which is nearly identical). I'd been having a bit of a stiff back and a couple of nights ago I did an overnight camp with my son and I was using this pad. About 30 minutes into laying on it my back popped and felt awesome! The support is so good on this thing, and it has an advantage due to the 4-way stretch material on top: You get the best thermal results if you have a pad pumped up toward it's upper limit, and normally that makes a pad less comfortable (like the EC) but that doesn't happen with this pad; it's still just as comfortable (maybe even more). That also keeps it warm, and one thing I noticed about this pad over the EC and Exped is how even the thermal distribution is; it's just warm everywhere which I presume has to do with the baffle system they employ. To be fair, I have NOT used this in extreme weather; the lows have been in the mid 40s with fairly low humidity at altitude (7600-8k'). I'm interested in the Helix because it seems like the price is good and has similar features to the Zenbivy, but the weight gives me pause. Maybe if it is more durable that could be a selling point, but ultimately I'm not sure the pricepoint is worth the weight penalty; while it seems like a lot, $60ish doesn't get you a whole lot these days and so that becomes a reasonable cost for a much lighter and (by your admission) just as comfortable pad. I'm interested to hear your thoughts.
@richard397
@richard397 Ай бұрын
If weight isnt that much of a problem for u, i can recommend the exped DURA series. Its the exact same as the ULTRA series, but its way more durable because of 75 D fabric on top and 170 D fabric on the bottom. Clearly it uses up a little more space in ur BP and weighs 1000 gramms but for me, the durability is worth it ( Never had a hole in mine in 1.5 years of heavy usage). I have been to norway and sweden and have slept on rocks, forest ground without any protection mat underneath. and not a single puncture hole.
@HarryHikes
@HarryHikes Ай бұрын
Awesome review!! Wish the flextail pad was on here 😆
@jeffreycarman2185
@jeffreycarman2185 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for the video.
@swqueep
@swqueep Ай бұрын
I got the Exped Ultra 5R last Christmas after asking for it because of a recommendation you made in a video, and wow is it good!! Going from the Thermarest Xlite and Xtherm to the Exped was such a revelation in how comfy a sleeping pad can be. I’ve not taken it out on snow/deep frozen ground or below about -3°C yet, but when I head out on winter alpine trips here in the southern hemisphere I’ll certainly be trying the Exped with a closed cell foam pad rather than the old uncomfortable Xtherm!
@edgar_nistor
@edgar_nistor Ай бұрын
Thanks for imput, I really needed this comparison and I wondered how Big Agnes performs in 2024.
@Colby168
@Colby168 Ай бұрын
Tried out the Helix a few weekends ago for the first time. As a side sleeper I wanted to try it out and it worked great. I didn’t wake up with a soar hip. I weigh around 212 and I’m 6’2 and I didn’t bottom out. Only complaint it the valve system being on the bottom and the fact that there 2 valves which can make it a little tricky fold and roll when you’re used to 1 valve.
@davidshirley6850
@davidshirley6850 Ай бұрын
Awesome video so much information sad to see my nemo quazar didn't make the list , I need something watermelon enough down to 40 degrees f but best comfort for side sleeper
@Agile47509chicken
@Agile47509chicken Ай бұрын
Hey Justin - true story, I just got back from the Boundary Waters and used the Helix based on your recommendation. Super comfy and helped keep me warm with overnight temps in the 40’s. Also very easy to inflate and deflate. THANKS!
@HikerDoc
@HikerDoc Ай бұрын
On the Ultra 3R, you stated wide and are showing the rectangular pad. The non-wide or the wide mummy get close to the weight you show, but all the specs I'm seeing are about 19oz for the reg/wide. Important since its winning the ultralight category!
@cidifede1
@cidifede1 Ай бұрын
Justin. You are the standard when doing gear reviews for hiking gear. I love your channel. It’s been almost 2 years since your last electronics review for battery banks. I feel like electronics and new tech get released on the regular with a ton of new updates. What are you using now on the trail to charge everything? Are you still liking the nitecore 10000mah? Is there a big difference between the 10,000 and the 20,000 mA hour nitecore or do you carry 2 10000mah?
@DC-xt1ry
@DC-xt1ry 25 күн бұрын
Perfect Timing!
@tanvach
@tanvach Ай бұрын
The Exped 5R is really versatile. Good comfort, and warm enough (with CCF pad) to use on snow, and still relatively light and small.
@tt-of4xv
@tt-of4xv Ай бұрын
Nice vid ! I'm still waiting for your review of the new decathlon insulated pad ;) Also does the synthetic insulation makes the exped 3R more bulky to pack than an Xlite ? Thanks
@shanelyon414
@shanelyon414 29 күн бұрын
Love the reviews Justin, great how you covered multiple categories. Personally I have yet to find a light sleeping pad I enjoy, I might try another again after this review. My old Thermarest trail comfort is just so much more comfortable and warm. Light pads have been so noisy and don’t support as well and my self inflating ones. PS my old Dreamtime pad from Thermarest has been the best pad I have ever owned, car camping champion.
@jessecall1615
@jessecall1615 5 сағат бұрын
To save some weight without sacrificing comfort OR warmth, take a look at the mummy version of the ultra 3r or ultra 5r for a little more warmth. They both come in Long-Wide versions. I’m a 6’1”, and the mummy version works GREAT for me.
@Montagic
@Montagic Ай бұрын
FWIW I recently bought the Rapide despite your issues and took it out this weekend. I do probably sleep much warmer than the average person, but it was around low 40s, maybe high 30s and I was plenty warm both nights, if not too warm. Can’t say whether I got the old 2023 version or the new one as I didn’t inspect it, but just wanted to throw my 2 cents out there. Also very comfortable and I slept relatively well.
@kieranburkhill
@kieranburkhill Ай бұрын
Check the R value on the bag, should be 4.8 if it's the new one
@IPv6Freely
@IPv6Freely Ай бұрын
Still rocking my nemo tensor insulated pad just for the comfort. Though I do also always put a closed cell foam pad under my sleeping pad just so when I roll over I'm not putting my elbows and hips into the ground :)
@Andy-Mesa
@Andy-Mesa Ай бұрын
I finally bought a Helix during the last sale and found it bottomed out way too easily for me as a side sleeper. Returned it.
@shabingly
@shabingly Ай бұрын
I've the exped ultra 5r large mummy, and am honestly impressed a big lad like me is as comfortable on it as I am. I think it's because the length-wise baffles mean they have larger volume than width-wise baffles which allows for more range of compression as you lay on it and move about. No idea if that's true, though.
@bertman4
@bertman4 Ай бұрын
I'm not in the market for a new sleeping pad but great comparison video. I'm still using the Nemo Tensor Insulated Regular Wide for my 3 season and the Nemo Tensor Alpine Mummy with the Nemo Switchback as my winter setup.
@steveb6444
@steveb6444 Ай бұрын
I recently bought the exped ultra 7R, the Nemo Tenser, extreme, and the REI helix to test out. For me the most comfortable was the exped, second was Nemo and third was helix. All still pretty nice, but but it was cool to test them side by side. My wife also agreed of the comfort in that order
@danloucks1251
@danloucks1251 Ай бұрын
What would you suggest to help with katabatic quilt on a big Angnes pad, that creates the straps to be suspend above the pad and very distracting to sleep with.
@JoshM11
@JoshM11 Ай бұрын
The REI Helix is my go to pad even in winter (17 F). Its super comfy, quite, and warm.
@WelderVp
@WelderVp 15 күн бұрын
For warmth, what do you think of the Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Mat?
@garynesbitt5078
@garynesbitt5078 Ай бұрын
Hi Justin. I know you are a big decathlon fan. Have you / are you planning to test the forclaz mt900 ? It seems great value for money based on specs. Also for ultra light category. Why no mention of thermarest uberlite? You’re sleeping pad reviews are second to none 👍
@kurtfleisher516
@kurtfleisher516 Ай бұрын
How would you compare the warmth of the Xlite, rei helix, and Zenbivy flex air?
@jeffpeters5347
@jeffpeters5347 Ай бұрын
Did you ever try the Thermarest Topo Luxe? I moved from the S2S Etherlight XT (it was failing in all the dimples) to the Topo Luxe. Been really happy with it! Went for the XL size for the 30" of width, and super comfy! Might be different in terms of comfort from the Thermarest XLite line.
@mulreid
@mulreid Ай бұрын
I have this pad in 25” and it is great. The 4” thickness means that you can under inflate it and sink in. When buying my 30” wide pad I went for the Q Core Deluxe which is also very comfy. I didn’t want 2 topo luxe pads lol.
@gerardcrevoiserat7077
@gerardcrevoiserat7077 Ай бұрын
Hi Justin, What kind of slepping pads do you advice for side sleeper of 220 lbs ? Best regards from Switzerland
@Algorythmfpv
@Algorythmfpv 19 күн бұрын
I must have the old version of the rapide SL unless I'm understanding the differences wrong. Mine is always SUPER warm and feels like a heated pad when I've been laying in one spot for at least a few minutes. Even down to freezing it's been a great warm pad for me. Never cold on the underside with that baby.
@billprice6458
@billprice6458 Ай бұрын
I rock a 30 inch wide Q core deluxe. It weighs a lot but the rest of my gear is light so it's feasible. I bought 2 smaller lighter pads but I'm a big guy that sleeps on his back and its pretty much torture using them. I'd love something lighter but comfort and good sleep is key.
@ryanhooper4660
@ryanhooper4660 Ай бұрын
I'm 280 and have not had issues with cold spots with the REI Helix when sleeping on my side. On cold nights I have felt the cold ground when shifting around... so 280 is pretty close to the top end though.
@JoshM11
@JoshM11 Ай бұрын
I'm 160 lbs and I love to REI Helix, I've had it down to 17 degrees F (on 3 different strips in Michigan) and stayed warmed, plus slept all night.
@BenKvisler
@BenKvisler Ай бұрын
Can you share more about perceived noise levels when lying on the pads? Thanks for making this video.
@derekhughes4028
@derekhughes4028 Ай бұрын
I can only comment on the Big Agnes Boundry Deluxe which is a really quiet mat.
@davehumpleby3440
@davehumpleby3440 Ай бұрын
I guess it's all relative. I've just upgraded from a 25 year old Thermarest (so you can't fault the durability, longevity and value for money) to the new Nemo Tensor All-Season. By comparison my new pad is soooo warm and comfortable. I sleep better on it than I do in my bed. It's nice to see this pad in your review, and reassuring to know that I made a good choice and a wise investment. Whether or not it will last 25 years remains to be seen. I'll let you know! 😂
@user-qg2zd1nv1r
@user-qg2zd1nv1r Ай бұрын
I have 3 exped 5r wide, all my sleeping pads are expeds, My favourite is exped mega mat light 12, 1.3 kg R value 7+ and 77cm wide. I roll on that pad exactly like I roll at home.
@iCupcake01
@iCupcake01 Ай бұрын
If r-value is irrelevant, is Sts Etherlight XT still the best option for comfort? I reside in Thailand, where my only options are sts, thermarest, and nemo.
@mr_cleaner_upper8645
@mr_cleaner_upper8645 Ай бұрын
Have you ever slept on any MEC sleeping pads, like the VectAir Insulated UL 3S? I’d love to hear your review on those.
@SanJava
@SanJava Ай бұрын
Time to give us your opinion on the newer MEC pads. Especially the VectAir UL 4S Insulated LW. Very warm and comfortable. Heavier, but possibly warmer and more comfy than the Helix or Rapide. Great dimpled baffles with both reflective and synthetic insulation.
@bibbtrack4170
@bibbtrack4170 Ай бұрын
You took the wrong weight for both Exped Ultras. The Ultra 3R is at about 565g and the 5R MW is at about 662g.
@freetimephotographer
@freetimephotographer Ай бұрын
Waiting for best ultralight sleeping bag according the comfort rate and budget options Need recommendations before I back to my home country and go hike, the coldest temperature of the mountains in Indonesia is around -5°c
@mulreid
@mulreid Ай бұрын
I can tell you now that the most comfortable sleeping of out there is the sea to summit comfort plus xt. It has the dimple baffle system but with dual air chambers so you can adjust it. It’s my go to winter pad due to the redundancy and it’s heavy but I’m glad I have one!
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
I love the design but over 1kg for a pad is getting out of the realm of backpacking pads for me. Hopefully the weight comes down!
@mulreid
@mulreid Ай бұрын
Cheers for the reply. Yeah the weight isn’t the best but for comfort it’s ridiculous and it’s toasty. I suppose you can’t have everything. I only use it on overnighters so I don’t mind it. At the end of the day it only another 500g. I also have a 40” Rapide SL (old version thankfully), 30” Q Core Deluxe, 25” Thermarest Topo Luxe, 25” Xlite NXT and 20” Tensor in the collection to cover all the bases.
@MrRoodalarm
@MrRoodalarm Ай бұрын
@justin outdoords When price doesnt matter, which matress is more comfortable? The Rei Helix or the Zenbivy Flex Air?
@brunoanzanellostifelman8443
@brunoanzanellostifelman8443 Ай бұрын
Have you tried the new MT900 sleeping pad from Decathlon? It’s a 5.4 R. Value pad
@edwin8808
@edwin8808 Ай бұрын
Great comparison Justin Indoors!
@petercannova5026
@petercannova5026 13 күн бұрын
hi in the Very cold Canadian trips -- I saw that you use a reflective ground cover what is that ? that you Peter
@londonviking3801
@londonviking3801 Ай бұрын
I just bought the new Naturehike R8.8 and a little disappointed that it is not featured. If you have any info on this I'd love your opinion.
@micbernier6403
@micbernier6403 11 күн бұрын
Hi Justin, Thank you for the video. What is the coldest temperature you can go with the Exped Ultra 3R? I'm planning to do the AT next summer and would start in March. THANKS :)
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors 10 күн бұрын
I started feeling some cold at around freezing on pretty warm ground. It's definitely a warm temp pad.
@michaelbeary
@michaelbeary 27 күн бұрын
what about the xped ultra 7r?
@alexawilliams7988
@alexawilliams7988 Ай бұрын
On all the websites I’ve looked at the exped 5r is 23 ounces. Not 18? Where did you find 18 ounces?
@scottstampf9669
@scottstampf9669 Ай бұрын
He must have taken the weight for the Mummy Wide version which is listed at 18.9oz on the site.
@ddff5242
@ddff5242 Ай бұрын
Same with the 3r he said it's 15.4 oz. It's actually 19 oz....that's borderline no longer even ul....
@gavinjackson7248
@gavinjackson7248 Ай бұрын
What about the Flex gear zero RO 5 ????
@okidokiyogi1
@okidokiyogi1 Ай бұрын
@justinoutdoors I am about to start the GDT and have switched to the Ultra Exped from the Nemo All-season based on this recommendation. I bought both the Exped Ultra 5R MW and the 3R MW, with the idea that I would start on the 5R for Section A (still snow up there) and switch to the 3R into Section B. I sleep average (neither hot nor cold) and have a GG thinlight that I will put under the pad on cold days (other wise it is under my Trekology pillow). Looking for advice - do you think I will be ok with just the 3R for the entire trip (with the GG 1/8" pad) or should i stick to the plan to bring the 5R for Section A.
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
The 3R would be cold on snow or cold/wet ground. Whether that is at the beginning or end of the trip. The 3R would probably be fine for the hotter middle July/August nights.
@okidokiyogi1
@okidokiyogi1 Ай бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors Do you think the GG 1/8" pad might be enough to push it over the edge for that early/late sections?
@JarradShaw
@JarradShaw Ай бұрын
Ahhhhh yeah Justin ❤!!!
@erkkijaakkopetteri
@erkkijaakkopetteri Ай бұрын
Rab Ultrasphere is a great ultralight option too. Comfort between Xlite and Nemo Tensor, warmth closer to Xlite, packs way smaller than either and is pretty cheap
@tt-of4xv
@tt-of4xv Ай бұрын
I don't trust pad in 20D anymore, especially when they have so many welds.
@erkkijaakkopetteri
@erkkijaakkopetteri Ай бұрын
@@tt-of4xv We shall see how it fares. I think it depends more on the process and the TPU coating than the denier of the fabric
@TelosBudo
@TelosBudo Ай бұрын
So, the REI Helix and Zenbivy Flex beats out the Etherlight XT now?
@andrewwren7193
@andrewwren7193 Ай бұрын
Heard you mention it that you might not recommend a pad for comfort if “you’re over 200 lbs”. So what pad might you recommend if you were 210? As a taller hiker who’s been lifting weights for over 15 years, I’ve always just accepted that any pad just gives up if I sleep in certain positions… any suggestions?
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
The Exped Ultra line is something I would take a look at along with the Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe.
@TheNewGreenIsBlue
@TheNewGreenIsBlue Ай бұрын
Would be curious to know how the updated Nemo tensors (non-extreme) rank. I know that they increased their R-value and they kind of rebranded their line a bit.
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
The Tensor All-Season is a solid all-around option. Where is drops off relative to the Ultra 5R is womfort.
@TheNewGreenIsBlue
@TheNewGreenIsBlue Ай бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors Thanks Justin. I picked up the Nemo Tensor (non-alpine) last year for like 40% off at MEC, and soon realized why... but haven't seen much comparing old and new. Nemo's new line is a LOT more simple than the old line with three orange pads, insulated and not. The new ones is simple to understand. I like it from a smart marketing perspective.
@planesandbikes7353
@planesandbikes7353 Ай бұрын
No Nemo Quasar in the comfort category? big and a bit heavy and not all that warm but wow is it comfy for me.
@stevewurz5856
@stevewurz5856 Ай бұрын
As a side sleeper, how does the Exped Ultra 5R work for you as far as pressure points, numb arm or hands, etc? I'm a side sleeper as well and was dismissing it due to not having baffles like the REI Helix....
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Pretty good! The stretchy-ish material helps goes a long way. I don't get numb arm with it.
@matt67524
@matt67524 Ай бұрын
I have been using the 3r for two years, am 200 plus pounds and a side sleeper. I love it.
@Tducks72
@Tducks72 3 күн бұрын
@@matt67524 what’s the coldest temperature you’ve used your exped 3r? Thanks
@davebond2381
@davebond2381 20 күн бұрын
Can you buy REI products in Canada without ordering from the USA?
@kpj5
@kpj5 Ай бұрын
Thermarest… especially for their post purchase service! Also warranty ❤
@FlufLord
@FlufLord Ай бұрын
Did you get a chance to test the Zenbivy Ultralight Mattress? I see you reviewed the Flex, but the Ultralight seems like a stronger contender, since it's also very similar to the Helix but notably lighter. A reviewer on their site even compared it to the Helix directly.
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Yup. I have a video comparing the Helix to the zenviby UL
@FlufLord
@FlufLord Ай бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors I see it now don’t know how it slipped past me. Thanks!
@richardstewart6160
@richardstewart6160 Ай бұрын
have EXped stopped their long vertical baffles from internally tearing now?
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
That seems to be the case over the last couple of generations
@ChrisCastro-to5vb
@ChrisCastro-to5vb 26 күн бұрын
Intex dropped one as well called the trueair sleeping mat , no reviews anywhere on it , even Amazon 😵‍💫
@TannerSwapp
@TannerSwapp Ай бұрын
Try the big Agnus divide, its a great affordable pad (sub 100$ in places) and nobody seems to be reveiwing despite is being an amazing pad.
@TheEffortlessMan
@TheEffortlessMan Ай бұрын
It's much heavier than the mentioned pads; most likely not suitable for ultralight classification.
@Daniel-et5eh
@Daniel-et5eh Ай бұрын
Everyone talks about the exped 3r or 5r what is your thoughts on the 7r for winter camping under 20F
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Still need to test it
@Daniel-et5eh
@Daniel-et5eh Ай бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors Oo can’t wait I want to get into a colder climate and the Nemo tensor insulated isn’t cutting it keep the great videos up!!
@dominicvandenburg3460
@dominicvandenburg3460 Ай бұрын
You need to have a lol at the rab ultrasphere and the mountain equipment mirrostat they are both great contenders for this list
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Rab wasn't interested in providing one for review and I can't find any in stock for purchase in Canada.
@dominicvandenburg3460
@dominicvandenburg3460 Ай бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors ah ok - in future message me and we could work something out I work in a camping shop in the uk
@nicolaslemay
@nicolaslemay Ай бұрын
I know you are having a more North American audience, but since you included REI, was wondering if you have any opinion about MEC pads for us Canadians? They have few models and are pretty competitive on price, especially when on sales (which happens often).
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
They are a good price and comfortable but then are heavy for the warmth.
@thomaass2
@thomaass2 Ай бұрын
I love my big Agnes pads but they really seem to be hit and miss with their insulation. I had issues with my q-core slx, insulation piling up in one corner of the pad in one of the baffles and the warranty replacement was the first gen rapide that sleeps warmer than the qcore I started with. For the price a few years ago I think they were the best option but these days I don’t know if I’d buy again. Big Agnes appears to be leaning towards the car camping and comfort market lately
@mulreid
@mulreid Ай бұрын
When the new Rapide came out I knew it would be worse. Thankfully I have the old version.
@TheEffortlessMan
@TheEffortlessMan Ай бұрын
@@mulreid What size is your older version of the Big Agnes Rapide SL, and what's the lowest that you slept with it whilst still being comfortable?
@mulreid
@mulreid Ай бұрын
@@TheEffortlessMan Hi, mine is the 40" wide. I have slept on it down to 0C / 32F with no issues. It doesn't get that cold in the UK.
@TheEffortlessMan
@TheEffortlessMan Ай бұрын
@@mulreid I don’t think it gets that much colder here in Australia too. Thanks for your reply. God bless.
@WhiteCloud-Backcountry
@WhiteCloud-Backcountry Ай бұрын
I can second that if you are over 220 lbs the helix probably won’t work for you. At 35 degrees Fahrenheit I was getting cold spots and pressure points all night. While I haven’t tried the zenbivy pad, my ether light xt extreme (large) has kept me warm in colder temps and is super comfortable. It’s thicker which helps keep you off the ground, but cons are that it’s heavier and bulkier. So if the extra 5 oz and volume is a deal breaker and you weigh over 220 you’ll have to compromise on comfort. Having carried 100 lbs of elk meat out of the back country over many miles, I find it silly to worry about a few oz. I may not be a true ultra lighter but i love your content, keep it up! I wouldn’t mind seeing some “heavyweight” content sometime😂
@TennesseeSlim
@TennesseeSlim Ай бұрын
Xlite is the best all around pad for me. The Uber light doesn't even deserve a thought. And the xtherm performance is phenomenal
@PyreneesPathfinder
@PyreneesPathfinder Ай бұрын
Can add the new decathlon mat on with a r value of over 5
@scottstampf9669
@scottstampf9669 Ай бұрын
The Ultra 5R Medium Wide version is listed as 23.1oz not the 18.8oz listed in the video. Is that your own measurement?
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Sorry, it's for my measurements of the reg/wide mummy version. I should have put the weight for the reg/wide square.
@waguar
@waguar Ай бұрын
Rapide SL also has poor build quality! Had 3 of them break on me on my pct thru. Big agnes were good on their warranty and replaced them all, but I would honestly rather have gotten something else
@rodpag
@rodpag Ай бұрын
Forclaz MT900 Air Insulated please!!
@martindolog2
@martindolog2 21 күн бұрын
My Exped Synmat UL 7 just collapsed internally when I was testing it after few years of no use. 200 eur gone. I also do not like the color of Expeds because it is attracting bugs like honey.
@JarradShaw
@JarradShaw Ай бұрын
Well shoot… for me it sounds like EXPED and Zenbivy have now become pads to Highly consider moving forward. I wonder if the other Zenbivy pad that does not have the stretch top is better than the flex… for me, future research 😊
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
I have been doing some more comparison since this video and the Flex is definitely more comfortable, just heavier.
@JarradShaw
@JarradShaw Ай бұрын
Thanks Justin. I’ll take a lil extra for comfort. Zen’s Flex and EXPED 5 it is!
@brianadventures9622
@brianadventures9622 Ай бұрын
Come on Justin! Tell me what's better than a Nemo All Season! I'm on the fence and not comfortable on my X-lite!
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
I still have some more testing to do, but my thoughts so far are it's warmer and more comfortable than the previous Tensor (and the xlite).
@dominicvandenburg3460
@dominicvandenburg3460 Ай бұрын
Hey Justin also I’ve spoken to big Agnes about the Mylar film dropping to the bottom of the sleeping pad and he told me that they aren’t supposed to do that so I guess maybe you (and I also own one) got unlucky with them they have taken mine to go and have a look and see what might be happening inside
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
I'm not sure how they would prevent it. I have also looked at 2 other Rapide SLs from two different stores and both had the film dropping problem. Let me know if your new ones doesn't have the issue!
@dominicvandenburg3460
@dominicvandenburg3460 22 күн бұрын
@@JustinOutdoors hi Justin just got the zoom back and it is a lot better there’s film at the top and the bottom and it actually feels warm when the other one didn’t it may have just been an issue with the manufacturing of the first batch - maybe worth contacting them with your issue and they should send you another one like they did with me
@alanananf1244
@alanananf1244 Ай бұрын
try rab new r4.3
@greeno6064
@greeno6064 Ай бұрын
You missed out the best all rounder by a mile. It costs less than $10₩ has an R rating of over 5, folds up really small and is hugely comfortable. I will never use another, its the onetigris obsidian sleeping pad. Took it on a 10 day long distance hike in scotland recently and it was amazing
@greeno6064
@greeno6064 Ай бұрын
Should say $100
@mymoonny
@mymoonny Ай бұрын
There is a new kid on the block and thats the Alton sleeping pad with a R value of 4. Also affordable.
@iddqd6716
@iddqd6716 Ай бұрын
Can't recommend Sea To Summit Ether XT Insulated either. I've had 3 of them and 2 were constantly deflating and the 3rd had several sections blown up because of the outside temperature or pressure. Expensive and not reliable
@deanc2322
@deanc2322 Ай бұрын
I sleep on the big agnes rapide and it is almost to warm
@bewhiskeredjuarez6851
@bewhiskeredjuarez6851 Ай бұрын
The Oblivion?
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
what about it?
@jakobvandevelde
@jakobvandevelde Ай бұрын
10 seconds💪
@xSamDGK
@xSamDGK Ай бұрын
Bros got $5k worth of sleeping pads right here 😂
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
That's a fraction of the pads I have in my basement that I have tested. Please don't rob me.
@lakorai2
@lakorai2 Ай бұрын
Exped Ultra 5 and 7 are better comparison to the Xlite. They also make a mummy le version for gram weenies
@slipperysalmon13
@slipperysalmon13 Ай бұрын
Thousands tested?
Ай бұрын
Thousands of dollars
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
If not millions!
@JoshM11
@JoshM11 Ай бұрын
Maybe even billions!
@ifell3
@ifell3 Ай бұрын
There's no way you have 2024 sleeping pads there 😅
@JustinOutdoors
@JustinOutdoors Ай бұрын
Thousands! ;)
@martinschmidt1652
@martinschmidt1652 Ай бұрын
I don't think you sldefine budget correctly. Boone going camping 2 times a year pays 110 for a pad
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