Therm-a-Rest 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.

I use this for military applications. It is more comfortable and just as warm as my Marine Corps issue sleeping pad. It's definitely much lighter. Only downside is that rocks can easily be lodged in the gaps and that the silver side is not the most concealable color. It would be nice if they made a green and tan one. Pros: Very light Comfortable Cons: Egg carton design traps rocks sometimes Silver side not very tactical (might not be a problem for most)

The pad is very light and surprisingly comfortable for how thin it is. I am not a young thin athlete either 48 and 235lbs. Like I said it surprised me .

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.

This adds a surprising amount of comfort & warmth when placed under my sleeping bag, even when sleeping on my side. Since the foam is only about .75 inch thick I believe what you get from this product will depend somewhat on your body weight.

I didn't think they could improve on the original therma-a-rest I've had since college, but they did. A cold hike across the Sierra's convinced me that I needed more insulation, but necessarily inflation. At first I looked into inflatable models, but the best are expensive and I also like camping gear that's rugged, unlike cactus prone inflatable models. I tossed my multi-patched inflatable a few years back. PROS: 1. Size: The egg carton shaped surface interlocks to make it fold thinner than you would think. 2. Packing: It folds quickly, and I didn't have a problem bending it or stuffing it if needed. It is a bit wide for stuffing horizontally, but I prefer to tie it to the outside for easy access as a break chair. 3. Insulation: The new surface creates air pockets and better ground insulation. The foam also seems better than my original black therm-a-rest. 4. Look: I got basic green, and I like that. I don't like rests that double as rescue flags and despoil the campsite with a space camp look. 5. Durability: So far, it seems durable. I will look after the folding points, but expect them to wear well. CONS: 1. No real cons. Some may want wider, some may want thicker, but I found it just right. Get an inflatable for extreme cold, but this is great for most people's cold ground needs. BOTTOMLINE: A great pad that keeps me warmer on cold ground, packs quickly, and make a great chair when needed!

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

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.

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

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Superleichte, robuste und extrem gut isolierende Faltisomatte. Ich besitze mehrere verschiedene Isomatten welche ich für verschiedene Einsatzzwecke benutze. Voran sei gesagt, diese Matte ist nicht sehr komfortabel. Das ist aber auch der einzige Negativpunkt. Ansonsten ist sie sehr leicht und kann außen am Rucksack transportiert werden ohne dass ein Ungewicht oder eine einseitige Belastung entsteht. Sehr praktisch ist für mich auch die Tatsache, dass sie einfach hingelegt und mitgenommen werden kann ohne aufpusten oder aufpumpen bzw ablassen der Luft. Dies spart viel Zeit, vor allem bei kurzen rasten da so mehr zeit zur Ruhe genutzt werden kann. Außerdem kann die Matte schnell mitgenommen werden wenn es mal schnell gehen muss. Der allerdings größte Vorteil besteht aber in der extrem Isolationsleistung für das Gewicht und der Tatsache dass es nur eine Faltiso ist. Ich habe auf Schnee und Eis mit dieser Matte geschlafen und auf diesem Untergrund auch länger barfuß gestanden ohne zu frieren. Das liegt an der speziellen Oberfläche, die starkt an einen Eierkarton erinnert und durch diese Struktur sehr gut isoliert. Trotz anderer guter Isomatten wie meiner Exped, welche eine Daunenfütterung hat und für arktische Temperaturen ausgelegt ist bleibt diese Therm-a-rest meine Lieblingsmatte da sie so universell ist. Insgesamt ist die Matte eine große Bereicherung und eine klare Kaufempfehlung!

Me gusta y es larga y no pesa y duermo bien

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.😍😍😍