Thermarest Neoair Xlite Sleeping Mat

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Thermarest neoair xlite sleeping mat. Available in several sizes including a roomy regular wide the xlite features the high performance winglock valve allowing the pad to inflate three times faster thanks to a larger opening and one way inflation. It has plenty of cushion and it s surprisingly comfortable. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. The only moment when you can feel the ground is when you sit on it and only when you don t inflate it completely.

Advanced fabrics and a tapered design provide light low bulk performance. Head to a blog for an in depth explanation. Yes it s that good. Like all therm a rest pads the neoair xlite is made in market to ensure quality and minimize environmental impact.

Neoair xlite is 2 5 inches thick or. While therm a rest has always used r value to rate our sleeping pads this new standardization will allow campers to make like for like comparisons with our competitors pad. Each time you move you force a little bit of cold air near the ground to mix with warm air near you. Astm f3340 18 is a new testing standard that provides r value ratings for sleeping pads.

To get us a closer look therm a rest sent us a review unit in the large size. This mat provides tremendous support and comfort. I sleep both on my back and on the side and both ways it was great. The therm a rest neoair xlite air mattress is the best sleeping pad for 80 percent of backpackers at least 80 percent of the time.

Therm a rest neoair xlite comfort. The neoair xlite is an air construction sleeping pad. As with any such design heat is primarily lost through internal convection that occurs when you move air throughout the pad by tossing and turning and even breathing.