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Sea to Summit Etherlite XR and XR Pro Explained

Apr 01, 2025

Ether Light XR is the thickest and warmest sleeping mat in our Ultra Light range, due to using new insulation, Thermal Core®. The Air Sprung Cells still provide four inches of stability and comfort, while Thermal Core® insulation prevents convective heat loss and internal air movement. This results in true four-season performance perfect for backpacking, light weight camping, bikepacking a …
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Thermarest NXT Sleeping Mats Explained

Aug 23, 2024

With improved warmth and comfort, the NeoAir XLite NXT solidifies the legacy of its predecessor as the finest ultralight air sleeping pad for year-round backcountry adventures. By refining the way our cutting-edge construction technique, the Triangular Core MatrixTM, integrates with the warmth radiating ThermaCaptureTM technology. The XLite NXT delivers maximum comfort and support at a minimal wei …
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Big Agnes Sleeping Mat Buying Guide

Posted by Mark Richardson on Mar 18, 2024

In this post we look at the Big Agnes sleeping mats that we stock and tell you a bit about them. Big Agnes's sleeping mats start at around 400 grams, they tend not to make extremely lightweight pads, preferring to focus on comfort and high insulation value, their pads are light for the job that they do. Designed for ultralight backcountry adventures, the Zoom UL Insulated eliminates the …
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