Warm, good value, quiet and easy to inflate. I bought this as I'd been waking up with cold feet. I was using a mummy shaped mat and my feet kept ending up chilly during the night when they moved on to the tent floor. With the rectangular top and bottom this has not happen and I've used it almost there weeks, every night and emorning I've had toastie toes . Another great thing is how thick it is, there's no point having a super warm sleeping bag if the mat is thin. This is a very well insulated and I've been able to stay warm without using a silk and fleece liner. This has saved over 750g in weight, important when rover-ing. Finally, I love the inflation bag, four wooshes and the mat is inflated. Before COVID I saw the inside of a mat blown up by mouth for a few ... MoreWarm, good value, quiet and easy to inflate. I bought this as I'd been waking up with cold feet. I was using a mummy shaped mat and my feet kept ending up chilly during the night when they moved on to the tent floor. With the rectangular top and bottom this has not happen and I've used it almost there weeks, every night and emorning I've had toastie toes . Another great thing is how thick it is, there's no point having a super warm sleeping bag if the mat is thin. This is a very well insulated and I've been able to stay warm without using a silk and fleece liner. This has saved over 750g in weight, important when rover-ing. Finally, I love the inflation bag, four wooshes and the mat is inflated. Before COVID I saw the inside of a mat blown up by mouth for a few years and the mould was sickening. This shouldn't develop as I'm using the very cool bag. It's such a good mat that two friends have ordered one.

Comfortable and warm, perfect for winter

Quick summary: this is the most comfortable pad that I’ve used for backcountry camping. It’s super warm and perfect for mild winter conditions. I highly recommend it for kayak camping or bikepacking where you want to keep weight down but an ounce or two extra might be less of a deal breaker than for ultralight backpacking.Full review: This mat gave me more comfort in my shoulder and hips than any other mat I’ve used. As a side sleeper, I appreciated every inch of thickness in this pad. I did a lot less flipping from side to side, trying to find a comfortable positioning. It’s easy to dial in the inflation using Exped’s well-designed valves. Yes, precision inflation is dorky and might sound unnecessary, but it’s a part of my side-sleeping comfort strategy. I like ... MoreQuick summary: this is the most comfortable pad that I’ve used for backcountry camping. It’s super warm and perfect for mild winter conditions. I highly recommend it for kayak camping or bikepacking where you want to keep weight down but an ounce or two extra might be less of a deal breaker than for ultralight backpacking.Full review: This mat gave me more comfort in my shoulder and hips than any other mat I’ve used. As a side sleeper, I appreciated every inch of thickness in this pad. I did a lot less flipping from side to side, trying to find a comfortable positioning. It’s easy to dial in the inflation using Exped’s well-designed valves. Yes, precision inflation is dorky and might sound unnecessary, but it’s a part of my side-sleeping comfort strategy. I like to get the pad inflated so I have the least amount of air in the pad that still keeps my hips and shoulder just barely off the ground. That’s easy to do with the little toggles that are attached to the valves. I’ve never had the pad leak air from the valves so the inflation level stays constant through the night.This mat is also super warm, more so than any others I’ve used in the past. It’s warm enough to use in fairly mild Pacific Northwest winter conditions (damp cold in the 30s Fahrenheit). You can feel the insulation in the pad reflecting heat back immediately when you lie down on it. It’s perfect for cold weather but potentially a little too warm if you were to try to use it for a hot, humid trip in the summer, for example (fortunately this mat comes in multiple insulation levels, so there are options for warmer conditions).The awesome comfort and warmth don’t come without a bit of a tradeoff in terms of weight and volume, though. The mat is light for what you get, but it’s a pound heavier than another ultralight pad with no insulation that I use in the summer. This Exped mat is absolutely the best that I’ve used for kayak camping. The small increase in size and weight relative to other ultralight pads barely matters if you’re throwing it in the hull of a boat. Likewise, I’ve found this mat works well for winter bikepacking overnighters where the extra ounces don’t make that much difference and the comfort is well worth it. It fits perfectly strapped in a three-bolt cargo cage (see the green stuff sack on the bike’s fork in the picture). I imagine this pad would also be good for shoulder season trips at high altitude where the temperature can dip at night, though I haven’t tried it yet under those conditions. I’ll still keep my other ultralight pad for longer multi-day trips and summer trips where the 5R rating of this Exped mat would be too warm. But, I love how this Exped mat has helped take the edge off of mild winter camping.I’m 5’10” tall and about 170 pounds and the medium wide size is luxurious for me. It feels more like an air mattress than a backpacking pad and I can flip over at night without rolling off the pad. I could have gotten by with the regular-width medium pad, but I appreciate the extra comfort of the larger size. I’m willing to carry a little heavier sleep system so that I can feel comfortable at night and I try to minimize weight from the rest of my gear to make up for it.I love that this mat comes with a Schnozzle inflator bag. It has been a game changer for me and I can’t imagine going back to the bad old days of getting light headed and nauseous trying to inflate a mat with my lungs at the end of a long day. It’s just so much faster and easier to use the Schnozzle system. Although Exped advertises that the Schnozzle doubles as a waterproof stuff sack, I’ve found that it’s too big to be practical for carrying anything. Instead, I just roll it up a pop it inside the stuff sack for the mat. I’ve found the convenience of the pump bag is more than worth the tiny weight it adds.I also appreciate that Exped takes sustainability seriously. I like that the materials in this mat are Bluesign approved. And, there’s a QR code on the box that links to a page with more information about how Exped offsets the carbon emissions from the full lifecycle of the mat. I know offsets aren’t perfect, but they’re a start and I appreciate Exped’s commitment and transparency around carbon reduction.

Decent quality, but difficult to air up

This mattress if comfortable and looks to have decent quality. My biggest complaint is the pumping mechanism which is quite cumbersome and inefficient. I understand that this might be the problem with all the backpacking air mattresses and not a particular problem with this product. Besides, I had a hard time to increase the pressure level to a level that would suit me. Again, this is a subjective complaint. Overall this is a decent product; however, it was not for me.

Lightweight and Comfortable

This sleeping pad is a bit longer/wider than most sleeping pads I have used and it feels more like an air mattress than a sleeping pad to me. I tend to sleep on my side and always toss and turn a lot on sleeping pads because my hips hurt. I found that my hips hurt a lot less using this product.Inflating is quick and easy. I like the two ports so you can inflate it without losing air like other sleeping pads. The Schnozzle system is also very nice and only takes a few bags full of air to inflate and you don't wear yourself out having to blow it up manually. Deflation is super easy because of the dedicated out valve. It is easy to roll and pack up once it is deflated.The sleeping pad is really warm and I used it comfortably in 20 degree Fahrenheit weather. It ... MoreThis sleeping pad is a bit longer/wider than most sleeping pads I have used and it feels more like an air mattress than a sleeping pad to me. I tend to sleep on my side and always toss and turn a lot on sleeping pads because my hips hurt. I found that my hips hurt a lot less using this product.Inflating is quick and easy. I like the two ports so you can inflate it without losing air like other sleeping pads. The Schnozzle system is also very nice and only takes a few bags full of air to inflate and you don't wear yourself out having to blow it up manually. Deflation is super easy because of the dedicated out valve. It is easy to roll and pack up once it is deflated.The sleeping pad is really warm and I used it comfortably in 20 degree Fahrenheit weather. It might be a bit warm for hot summer nights.In addition to camping, I have used this mattress beside my baby's crib at night way more than I would care to admit and it has been invaluable in allowing me to get rest while also being able to stay beside my sick child.The sleeping pad is very durable and made of high quality materials and I would highly recommend it!

Lightweight and warm

I used this pad for a two night backpacking trip where temperatures dropped into the low 40s and it exceeded my expectations for warmth and comfort. I'm a side sleeper and I usually get cold in the middle of the night. Using this pad, I had two nights of comfortable sleep and didn't wake up cold. The R rating is double my existing pad and significantly lighter than it.The pad includes a pump bag and repair kit. I initially thought the pump bag was a gimmick but it definitely beats blowing directly into the bag at altitude. I do have some concern regarding its durability and I didn't like using it as a stuff sack because the pad fits poorly in it. Also the outlet plug kind of dangles around.As for the included stuff sack, it's annoyingly small. I have a ... MoreI used this pad for a two night backpacking trip where temperatures dropped into the low 40s and it exceeded my expectations for warmth and comfort. I'm a side sleeper and I usually get cold in the middle of the night. Using this pad, I had two nights of comfortable sleep and didn't wake up cold. The R rating is double my existing pad and significantly lighter than it.The pad includes a pump bag and repair kit. I initially thought the pump bag was a gimmick but it definitely beats blowing directly into the bag at altitude. I do have some concern regarding its durability and I didn't like using it as a stuff sack because the pad fits poorly in it. Also the outlet plug kind of dangles around.As for the included stuff sack, it's annoyingly small. I have a compulsion to use stuff sacks that are included with products because it keeps things neat. My compulsion for stuff sacks is so bad that my wife hides them because I take too long to pack up our campsite. Unfortunately, this stuff sack just fits the pad as if it came from the factory and I struggle to get the pad small enough to get it into the sack on the first try.Overall this pad is replacing my existing pad due to its warm and weight. I have no good reason to go back.

Nice, Light, Warm, Quiet

So far, I have only spent a handful of nights on this pad. But, so far so good.I have very light pad (Thermarest NeoAir) that I typically use for spring thru fall backpacking and bikepacking trips here in Colorado. This pad is a little bit different, and I love it. First, its warm enough for use in the winter. I used this when temps out were well below freezing, and down into the teens. The pad was plenty warm for me in those temperatures. I also have the "wide" version. This makes it ~24" wide instead of 20. And honestly, I think that's the way to go for colder temps. A little more room without worrying about breaking the seal on my quilt, no arms falling off the pad and lying on the ground. The larger air chambers on the sides help keep me nice and centered when ... MoreSo far, I have only spent a handful of nights on this pad. But, so far so good.I have very light pad (Thermarest NeoAir) that I typically use for spring thru fall backpacking and bikepacking trips here in Colorado. This pad is a little bit different, and I love it. First, its warm enough for use in the winter. I used this when temps out were well below freezing, and down into the teens. The pad was plenty warm for me in those temperatures. I also have the "wide" version. This makes it ~24" wide instead of 20. And honestly, I think that's the way to go for colder temps. A little more room without worrying about breaking the seal on my quilt, no arms falling off the pad and lying on the ground. The larger air chambers on the sides help keep me nice and centered when I flip over.For a pad that I would use for winter, this pad is quite light. Packs down well. The included pump sack makes inflating way faster, and keeps moister out of the pad, which is a big deal when it's cold out.I also really appreciate that this pad doesn't have the crinkle sound that the Neo Air pads do. That sound isn't a deal breaker for me, but, I have to say I enjoy its absence. And I think the folks I camp with appreciate it too.This won't replace my neo air for warmer weather trips, but it is going to be my go to pad for cooler weather.

OUTSTANDING sleeping pad - even after patched!

Holy cow, this is amazing. I purchased this in May for an international climb in July (Kilimanjaro). I thought, “I need to test this out to see how it works.” So I did a little backyard camping trip…with my dogs. Who got into a wrestling match. In the tent. I finally gave up on the dogs, put them back inside, and slept on my pad - which I was initially angry at because I thought, “This isn’t sufficient padding at all!” Turns out, in the wrestling extravaganza, my dogs had made a small tear on the side. As this was not an inexpensive item, I was mad…but knew I had to suck it up. I used the patch kit enclosed with the pad and followed the instructions to the letter. Then I loaded it onto the plane for Tanzania, convinced I’d be sleeping on hard rocks all the way up ... MoreHoly cow, this is amazing. I purchased this in May for an international climb in July (Kilimanjaro). I thought, “I need to test this out to see how it works.” So I did a little backyard camping trip…with my dogs. Who got into a wrestling match. In the tent. I finally gave up on the dogs, put them back inside, and slept on my pad - which I was initially angry at because I thought, “This isn’t sufficient padding at all!” Turns out, in the wrestling extravaganza, my dogs had made a small tear on the side. As this was not an inexpensive item, I was mad…but knew I had to suck it up. I used the patch kit enclosed with the pad and followed the instructions to the letter. Then I loaded it onto the plane for Tanzania, convinced I’d be sleeping on hard rocks all the way up the mountain.The patch held! And continues to hold! The pad is easily inflatable (after you get used to the wacky little filler bag), long enough for my 5’11” frame, and protects nicely against cold and protrusions. I raved about it all the way up and down Kilimanjaro.I’m thrilled with this simple, effective and long-lasting Swiss technology, and have already highly recommended this to everyone who will sit still long enough to listen to me.

So good this is my 2nd Exped pad

Don't listen to the folks who say it is noisy or hard to inflate. I have slept on many backpacking air pads and this is the best - it even comes with the schnozzle now! (it used to be a separate purchase)The people with those gripes will not find a better air pad.I'm a roly poly side sleeper and love that Exped makes a medium wide. The wider pad and a quilt (rather than mummy sleeping bag) have improved by backcountry sleep immeasurably. I can move around and curl up without falling off the pad!The schnozzle inflation bag saves my lungs and keeps moisture from building up inside the pad. At 10,000 feet it takes about 4 bag's worth of air to inflate the pad. When not in camp I use mine as the dry bag for my quilt, making it do double duty.The pad is a little ... MoreDon't listen to the folks who say it is noisy or hard to inflate. I have slept on many backpacking air pads and this is the best - it even comes with the schnozzle now! (it used to be a separate purchase)The people with those gripes will not find a better air pad.I'm a roly poly side sleeper and love that Exped makes a medium wide. The wider pad and a quilt (rather than mummy sleeping bag) have improved by backcountry sleep immeasurably. I can move around and curl up without falling off the pad!The schnozzle inflation bag saves my lungs and keeps moisture from building up inside the pad. At 10,000 feet it takes about 4 bag's worth of air to inflate the pad. When not in camp I use mine as the dry bag for my quilt, making it do double duty.The pad is a little crinkly when you move around, but less so than my previous version of this pad and FAR less than others. I does not sound like you are sleeping on a chip bag like some pads and does not bother me (a pretty light sleeper) or my tent-mate when I move at night.It packs up small to about a nalgen bottle size and provides a real night's sleep. The comfort of the wide is well worth the extra weight for this 41 year old body.Only downside: I *really* dislike the color! I much prefer less visual noise when backpacking, but I'm not spending much time looking at it.

Super comforable and warm

Product comes with sack, patch kit and inflation bag. The feel right out of the box is soft and thick. I tested the Med Wide. The weight is measured at 23.1 oz. The rolled size is larger than a 1L Nalgene bottle. It rolls out to 25 inches wide and 6 feet long.The pad can be completely inflated with about 3.5 fills from the inflation bag. The inflation bag can be used as a pillow. The pad has 2 valves; a one way inflation valve and a second valve that is wide open for easy deflation. It doesn't leak. After blowing it up, I left it for 3 weeks and was able to use it again without reinflation.I've used the pad in a tent on frozen ground and in a hammock with underquilt. The temps for both outings were below freezing. The pad kept cold from seeping through from the ... MoreProduct comes with sack, patch kit and inflation bag. The feel right out of the box is soft and thick. I tested the Med Wide. The weight is measured at 23.1 oz. The rolled size is larger than a 1L Nalgene bottle. It rolls out to 25 inches wide and 6 feet long.The pad can be completely inflated with about 3.5 fills from the inflation bag. The inflation bag can be used as a pillow. The pad has 2 valves; a one way inflation valve and a second valve that is wide open for easy deflation. It doesn't leak. After blowing it up, I left it for 3 weeks and was able to use it again without reinflation.I've used the pad in a tent on frozen ground and in a hammock with underquilt. The temps for both outings were below freezing. The pad kept cold from seeping through from the bottom in both cases. The pad is very comfortable and supportive, as it should be at 3 inches. The soft cover material makes it very quiet. The wide meant I had no fear of rolling off of this pad.This pad is a great product. I would use it for car camping or at a winter base camp. The weather where you'd need a pad with this much insulation means you also have a bulky sleeping bag and maybe a quilt, along with other bulky, pack filling cold weather gear. That, coupled with its size, would make it a difficult choice for more than an overnight backpacking trip or maybe a weekend. The Ultra 5R comes in a regular width at 20inches and mummy shape. Both of these would save weight and pack volume. For staying warm and getting a great night's sleep, this is one of the best pads I've ever used.

Warm and Comfortable, but Big.

The Exped Ultra 5R sleeping pad is incredibly comfortable, probably the most the comfortable sleeping pad I've ever used. The outer material is thick and feels very durable. Blowing up the sleeping pad is quick with the use of the pump bag - but inflating the pad without is a non-starter. I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was. I was expecting foil insulation used in many backpacking and ultra-light pads but the Ultra 5R uses a synthetic insulation, free of the annoying crinkling sound. As someone with wide-ish shoulders, I was happy with the width and I didn't have any issues with sliding or hanging off.But, with comfort, comes size. I was quite surprised by how large the inflated sleeping pad was, both in height, width, and length. Although the packed ... MoreThe Exped Ultra 5R sleeping pad is incredibly comfortable, probably the most the comfortable sleeping pad I've ever used. The outer material is thick and feels very durable. Blowing up the sleeping pad is quick with the use of the pump bag - but inflating the pad without is a non-starter. I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was. I was expecting foil insulation used in many backpacking and ultra-light pads but the Ultra 5R uses a synthetic insulation, free of the annoying crinkling sound. As someone with wide-ish shoulders, I was happy with the width and I didn't have any issues with sliding or hanging off.But, with comfort, comes size. I was quite surprised by how large the inflated sleeping pad was, both in height, width, and length. Although the packed size is much smaller than traditional self-inflating and foam pads, it is still quite larger than conventional sleeping pads and ultralight sleeping pads with a similar price point. It is quite bulky, I have attached an image with a comparison to a nalgene and the ultralight Nemo Tensor Alpine (Note: the Nemo Tensor Alpine is not in the same price range, and just used for comparison).This wouldn't be my first or second choice for a sleeping pad for any trip longer than one night. When considering the size/width of most backpacking/alpine tents, it's just too big, especially if sharing a tent. But this is coming from someone who prioritizes size and weight. I would only personally use this pad if I was car camping or on a winter mountaineering/alpine climbing trip. For backpacking and summer alpine missions, I would reach for something lighter and smaller first.For those looking for comfort and warmth and willing to sacrifice some weight and bulkiness, this is a great sleeping pad.