Three types of backpacking sleeping pads. Pros and cons.
Open cell foam- Pro: very light, compacts easily Con: absorbs water
Closed cell foam- Pro: lightweight,inexpensive Con: not as comfortable as other types
Air- Pro: compacts easily, most comfortable. Con: weighs more than closed cell, not as durable
Recommended sleeping pad:
Thermarest ProLite Plus Sleeping Pad
Description of Thermarest ProLite Plus Sleeping Pad
When staying warm is as important as keeping your pack light, the ProLite Plus mattress is the perfect solution. Using proprietary, foam-perforating technology, weve created this mattress to provide exceptional warmthup to 20% more than previous ProLite 4 mattresseswithout added weight. Its substantial enough to keep you comfortable while mountaineering or on ski tours, yet rolls up small and light enough that youll have no problem taking it as far as you want to go.
- Added Warmth: Unique, diagonal-cut foam provides the most efficient insulation possible.
- Light and Compact: Tapered design and high-performance foams eliminate excess weight and roll up ultra-compact
- Rest Comfortably: Bottom grips and textured top surface keep the mattress where you want it while you sleep.
- Large: 2 lbs 1oz (936g); 13 x 5.1in (33 x 13cm)
- Regular: 1 lb 8oz (680g); 11 x 4.8in (28 x 12cm)
- Small: 1 lb 1oz (482g); 11 x 4.0in (28 x 10cm)
- Women’s Regular: 1 lb 8oz (680g); 11 x 4.8in (28 x 12cm)
- All sizes are 1.5in (3.8cm) thick
Thermarest ProLite Plus? Sleeping Pad
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