Z Lite Original Camping and Backpacking Sleeping Pad

As far as sleeping pads go, I find this design superior to ones that roll up for a number of reasons. Sometimes i use this pad to sit or kneel on and it is easy to use the folds to get the exact thickness between me and the ground where i want it. The R-value is pretty high for a pad this cheap. Comparing this to an inflatable mattress, I find this thing simply irreplaceable. It is tougher and more durable than any air mattress, you don't have to blow it up or carry a patch kit just incase it gets a hole. I know people that won't get their mattresses anywhere near a fire for fear that a flying ember will burn a big hole in their $100+ mattress. I plop this thing down in various configurations and sit or lay near fires with no worry. I frequently lean it up against trees so I'm sitting up but still have padding under my whole body, and one section doubled over at the top for extra padding for my head. I kneel on it to protect my knees when i'm cooking or building fires, i would never do this with an inflatable mattress. If we stop hiking to take a break it is easy to undo the straps on pack, throw this down and sit, kneel, or lay, then simply accordion it back up and strap it back on the pack and continue down the trail. If i ever get an inflatable mattress for backpacking i will still probably cut off and bring a small section of this for some of the above purposes. At 14oz it is also lighter by far than any similar r-value inflatable mattress by quite a bit. Even air mattresses that have very low r-value are heavier or the same weight.

Perfect addition for any sleep system. Light weight but very durable compared to other similar products. Hasn't ripped or started to tear after several uses out in the woods. Ideal for use under inflatable sleep pads. Great product

Definitely keeps me warm and is compact to fit in my camping box. Fits perfect on my cot

I recently tried out this folding sleeping pad, and while it works as advertised, it wasn’t quite what I was hoping for in terms of comfort. It’s definitely easy to set up—just unfold it, and you’re ready to go. However, compared to inflatable pads, it falls short in comfort. It’s quite firm and doesn’t offer much cushioning for a good night’s sleep, especially if you’re used to something more plush. Another issue I had was that it tends to slide around on the floor of the tent. I found myself readjusting it a few times during the night, which got a bit annoying. Also, the pad itself is on the smaller side. As someone taller, I found it less than ideal. If you’re on the larger side or just need more space to stretch out, this pad might not be the best fit. In the end, it’s not the product for me, but I can see it being perfect for someone who values a super lightweight, compact sleeping pad that’s easy to set up and take down. If comfort isn’t your top priority and you’re looking for something simple and functional, this could be a good option.

Very light and handy for fair weather trips where you want a multi-use pad. You can sit or kneel on this without worrying about punctures or it absorbing water. Not as comfortable as an inflatable pad, but for some applications it is just what is needed.

Not tested in cold weather but have had some incredible naps on it. Super compact and easy to store

I’ve always been one of those campers that doesn’t see the need for a camp mat. But I’m almost 30 now, and things change a little. So my husband and I finally invested in a couple of camp mats. We needed them to keep the chill off for fall/spring camp trips, be lightweight, and still comfy. Honestly, this checked all of the boxes for us. I’ll never camp without this again! I slept like a log, didn’t toss and turn, felt an immediate change in temperature between being on or off of the sleeping mat, and it helped not feel little things under the tent too. And it’s so lightweight. So the fact that it’s a little larger doesn’t even matter. Strap it anywhere lol.

I bought this sleeping pad 6 years ago and it looks like it’s finally time to retire it. This sleeping pass has served me well from the mountains of Colorado with 12 inches of snow on the ground to the hot arid environment of big bend down near the border of Texas sleeping on the side of cliffs. These sleeping pads technically don’t have a great r value (warmth) but I have never found it lacking in temperatures all the way down to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. These are super important not only for comfort but to give you that layer between you and the earth to keep your warmth. 6 years later and it’s technically still functional but has finally compressed the padding enough to where I get some discomfort while I’m sleeping. I can’t recommend this enough and will be buying another!

Un comfort incroyable pour une nuit reposante, assez fragile ce qui est dommage. Pour une utilisation intense a proscrire mais pour du bivouac lambda super

これはオススメできます。 買ってよかった。 若干横幅が狭いものの、下からの冷えをかなり抑えられます。 今まで他メーカーのマットを使用していましたが、サーマレストのマットがここまで暖かいとは思っていませんでした。

👌🏼 Un artículo sencillo en todos los aspectos: materiales, uso, almacenamiento, transporte. Ciertamente es más voluminoso que casi cualquier pad inflable, sin embargo, yo prefiero artículos durables y funcionales como éste. He probado muchos pads y colchones inflables, ninguno sigue funcionando hasta ahora. Lo he probado directo en el suelo y es cómodo para un back sleeper (no tanto si prefieres dormir de lado), pero en combinación con otro sistema resulta increíblemente cómodo👌🏼 Lo usé en conjunto con un cot de nylon que te separa unos 12/13 cm del suelo, usando este Therm-a-rest encima y es una combinación ganadora 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼 prácticamente tan cómodo como mi cama regular, aunque por supuesto bastante más angosto.

I felt, strongly compelled to review this item because it is, absolutely amazing. I was feeling desperate because I had been dealing with chronic back pain for some time. Since I don't really dwell on pills or going to the emergency rooms too often, I decided to take the issue in my hands. I knew, I had to start sleeping on a hard surface. I ordered this beautiful item for that purpose. To my amazement, the shape and design of this little pad, it actually serves as therapy as well. Within three days of sleeping on it, I was walking a bit normal, and little pain. Four days later, I could go for longer walks, and six days later, I went shopping, was up the whole day, and I was pain free. This is my advice, do not be afraid of sleeping in hard surfaces. This is coming from a parson who has had accidents, which resulted in some damage on my spine. As a result of it, I have been visiting chiropractors very frequently. Initially, laying on a hard surface, it will feel, almost unbearable for people who has never done it before. Don't worry. It is the spine and the nerves, waking up, and reversing the damage done through your entire life. I totally recommend this product and the company. I received this item, super fast. As well, the pad, is super light, unbelievable compact, and it is made from high quality materials.😍😍😍

Vorweg: es gibt ja die billigeren nachgebauten. Allerdings gibt es wohl doch einen Unterschied: bei der billigen schreibt jemand, dass schon noppen abgehen würden und die Ränder abgeknabbert aussehen würden. Ich habe diese jetzt sehr oft - da ich sie in der Wohnung als Notbett vor dem Kinderbett nehme - in gebrauch und es ist wirklich noch gar nichts abgegangen oder kaputt. Obwohl die Kinder diese Matte auch sehr lieben und dann leider drauf rumhüpfen oder damit rumhauen. Also Qualität hat wohl seinen Preis. Ich dachte echt anfangs, die lebt nicht lange, aber sie hat noch keinen einzigen Schaden bisher. Auch nicht irgenwelche Bruchstücke an den Knicken, obwohl ich die echt oft zusammenfalte und auseinander falte. Ich empfinde diese Matratze als sehr bequem, ich liege lieber auf ihr als auf einer 7,5cm selbstaufblasenden superteuren Matratze. Auch die Kinder lieben diese Matratze. Sehr praktisch auch, sie kann kein Loch bekommen. Also sie ist sicher, man hat nicht das Problem, plötzlich mitten im Campingurlaub auf dem Boden zu liegen, weil die Kinder leider auf der Luftmatratze gehüpft sind und diese geplatzt ist oder leider ein kleines Loch reingekommen ist.... Ich denke sie eignet sich auch ganz gut als Unterlage für eine aufblasbare Matratze, als Schutz vor spitzen Gegenständen. Sie ist - das kann ein Vorteil oder Nachteil sein, aber schon relativ schmal. Und die Länge lässt sich leicht verkürzen indem man im Kopfbereich oder Fußbereich ein Teil eingeklappt lässt. Sehr praktisch bei Kindern, dann braucht man nicht den vollen Platz oder sie geht auch als zusätzliche Isolierung unter ein Kinder Camping Reisebett drunter. Ich würd sie jederzeit wieder kaufen (oder noch mehr davon). Für Camper gibt es allerdings folgendes zu beachten: die Matte ist laut Beschreibung 2cm dick. Das ist in so weit aber nicht richtig, da der R Wert keinem 2cm dicken durchgehenden Schaumgummi entspricht. In den Eierschalen ist der Schaumgummi - wenn man ihn zwischen die Finger nimmt teilweise gefühlt 5mm dick. Das merkt man auch beim R Wert. Also etwas Vorsicht damit. Ich merke das schon, wenn ich im Winter auf einem ungeheizten Fußboden schlafe, hier brauche ich dann definitiv eine Wärmere Bettdecke als im normalen Bett oder auf meiner dicken aber nicht bequemeren selbstaufblasenden Matte. Geht also alleine sicher nicht im Winter.