Air pad recommendations (BA rapide, Nemo, exped)

[desertdwellerdyl]

Thermarest Neoloft

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

How did it fail?

I’m not sure. I never submerged it while on the hunt, my laziness and not wanting to soak it. Returned to REI before problem solving it. I have to say, it was the most comfortable pad I’ve ever tried, while it held air.

 

[Acorn]

I’ve been using the rapide SL insulated for the last two years. Love it. No leaks or issues.

 

[Idaboy]

My daughter is backpacking and hunting with me more frequently nowadays and I need a new air pad. She’s using my Big Agnes Q core slx that I’ve had for years and no complaints with that pad, but she’s commandeered it from me.

I plan to get a wide version pad (25”) and likely stick to 72” long. I’m 6’ but don’t feel like I need the long version, but as a side sleeper prefer the wide.

I was thinking about picking up the Rapide SL as it’s pretty much the same as my Q core. The more I read reviews it seems Nemo tensor all season is a strong contender to the BA as well as exped brand pads. The BA is a little heavier but I don’t mind a little extra weight for comfort and durability. I don’t always sleep great in the backcountry but the BA Q core has been the comfiest pad I’ve tried.

Any advice from those that have used these? I find the BA to be super comfy. Also, I tend to get cold easily, but never had too many issues with my pad making me cold. If I’ll be on the ground in freezing conditions I bring a closed cell foam pad as a little extra protection.

Thanks for the advice.


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I've run a few different pads and it's a trade off of weight vs noise for me. Some of the insulated/mylar type lined ones are just too crinkly for me.

I also run a light closed cell for extra protection, it's a 10oz trade off strapped to my pack

This yr abandon BA and thermarest & tried Zenbivy Flexair (1.5lbs, R 4.9). I give it a 9/10.....10 for comfort, 9 though because there is a slight noise when you roll over. Did run my closed cell. They have sales from time to time, favorite pad for me in past 10yrs

 

[carsonkeys]

I use an Xtherm long/wide for nearly all my hunts and really enjoy it.

I just got back from a late season sheep hunt with very challenging weather and that, paired with a 30* EE Enigma, and some clothing, kept me totally comfortable.