A radical new hybrid design in sleeping pads, the Flyer combines the thickness of an air pad with the plush durability of a foam pad — and with minimal weight consequences. Flyer is the first pad to use a completely new manufacturing approach that removes 60% of the foam yet tremendously increases thickness and plushness when inflated, producing a 3D sculpted topology for a faster recovery after a hard day on the mountain. Plush open-cell foam offers a second level of security on the trail. New technology allows for the first self-inflated pad to use 3D-sculpting. Horizontal coring retains a higher R-valuewith less foam, so you don’t have to sacrifice weight or packed size for warmth. Unique manufacturing approachremoves 60% of foam yet increases thickness by 290% when inflated. Ultralight 20D soft-touch fabric set is more pliable and comfortable than competitors. Zero-profile, multi-functional, micro-adjustable valve for fine tuning and fast inflation/deflation. R-Value tested to the new ASTM Standard (ASTM F3340-18) ensuring standardized comparisons for thermal resistance of heat loss. Repair kit included.
A radical new hybrid design in sleeping pads, the Flyer combines the thickness of an air pad with the plush durability of a foam pad — and with minimal weight consequences. Flyer is the first pad to use a completely new manufacturing approach that removes 60% of the foam yet tremendously increases thickness and plushness when inflated, producing a 3D sculpted topology for a faster recovery after a hard day on the mountain. Plush open-cell foam offers a second level of security on the trail. New technology allows for the first self-inflated pad to use 3D-sculpting. Horizontal coring retains a higher R-valuewith less foam, so you don’t have to sacrifice weight or packed size for warmth. Unique manufacturing approachremoves 60% of foam yet increases thickness by 290% when inflated. Ultralight 20D soft-touch fabric set is more pliable and comfortable than competitors. Zero-profile, multi-functional, micro-adjustable valve for fine tuning and fast inflation/deflation. R-Value tested to the new ASTM Standard (ASTM F3340-18) ensuring standardized comparisons for thermal resistance of heat loss. Repair kit included.
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Nemo Flyer Self-inflating Sleeping Pad - Regular Wide
A radical new hybrid design in sleeping pads, the Flyer combines the thickness of an air pad with the plush durability of a foam pad — and with minimal weight consequences. Flyer is the first pad to use a completely new manufacturing approach that removes 60% of the foam yet tremendously increases thickness and plushness when inflated, producing a 3D sculpted topology for a faster recovery after a hard day on the mountain. Plush open-cell foam offers a second level of security on the trail. New technology allows for the first self-inflated pad to use 3D-sculpting. Horizontal coring retains a higher R-valuewith less foam, so you don’t have to sacrifice weight or packed size for warmth. Unique manufacturing approachremoves 60% of foam yet increases thickness by 290% when inflated. Ultralight 20D soft-touch fabric set is more pliable and comfortable than competitors. Zero-profile, multi-functional, micro-adjustable valve for fine tuning and fast inflation/deflation. R-Value tested to the new ASTM Standard (ASTM F3340-18) ensuring standardized comparisons for thermal resistance of heat loss. Repair kit included.
A radical new hybrid design in sleeping pads, the Flyer combines the thickness of an air pad with the plush durability of a foam pad — and with minimal weight consequences. Flyer is the first pad to use a completely new manufacturing approach that removes 60% of the foam yet tremendously increases thickness and plushness when inflated, producing a 3D sculpted topology for a faster recovery after a hard day on the mountain. Plush open-cell foam offers a second level of security on the trail. New technology allows for the first self-inflated pad to use 3D-sculpting. Horizontal coring retains a higher R-valuewith less foam, so you don’t have to sacrifice weight or packed size for warmth. Unique manufacturing approachremoves 60% of foam yet increases thickness by 290% when inflated. Ultralight 20D soft-touch fabric set is more pliable and comfortable than competitors. Zero-profile, multi-functional, micro-adjustable valve for fine tuning and fast inflation/deflation. R-Value tested to the new ASTM Standard (ASTM F3340-18) ensuring standardized comparisons for thermal resistance of heat loss. Repair kit included.
Last updated at 30/11/2025 09:56:12
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First let me say, this thing is comfortable. I love my Nemo Flyer. I'm a side sleeper so I need extra support for the hips and shoulders. That being said, this thing takes up A LOT of room in your backpack. The photos next to a water bottle don't do it justice, it's bigger, much bigger. It's a lot a bit of a pain to deflate, ie clunky. Going to consider the Tensor as a replacement someday. You won't go wrong with this pad but you need to be aware of a few drawbacks. Also, haven't had any leaking issues like others have mentioned though sealing and unsealing is a pain and I could see how that could lead to long term damage around the valve.
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I would not recommend this sleeping pad. There are aspects that I like, but I have not gone more than 5 total nights without a pad starting to leak - this has happened with two separate sleeping pads.The good - comfortable for all sleeping positions, lightweight to carry, easy to inflate. I got the XL size which was really nice because my dog could sleep near my feet and still have a little cushion.The bad - because of the self-inflating feature, this is pretty difficult to deflate. You'll never really get it fully deflated, which is fine but kind of annoying. It's also annoying when you're trying to get out in the mornings that you have to spend a bunch of time trying to deflate it. Because of this, it's also hard to roll up and pack away.Ultimately, this pad ... MoreI would not recommend this sleeping pad. There are aspects that I like, but I have not gone more than 5 total nights without a pad starting to leak - this has happened with two separate sleeping pads.The good - comfortable for all sleeping positions, lightweight to carry, easy to inflate. I got the XL size which was really nice because my dog could sleep near my feet and still have a little cushion.The bad - because of the self-inflating feature, this is pretty difficult to deflate. You'll never really get it fully deflated, which is fine but kind of annoying. It's also annoying when you're trying to get out in the mornings that you have to spend a bunch of time trying to deflate it. Because of this, it's also hard to roll up and pack away.Ultimately, this pad would probably be better for car camping than backpacking.
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Very comfortable, especially considering the weight and thickness. My wife and I are about 60 years old and will not suffer an uncomfortable pad at this stage! Not truly self-inflating but only needs 3-4 breaths for full inflation. This is generally true for most every “self-inflating” pad I’ve used. The only true SI pad I’ve used was a car camping model from Alps Mountaineering. Light and compact, well-made. One nit-pick: I wish the pull tabs for the inflate/deflate plugs were offset 90 degrees to make it easier to pull the desired one.
| Length | Regular |
| Shape | Mummy |
| Minimum Weight | 1 lb , 12 oz / 790 g |
| Packed Weight | 1 lb , 13 oz / 810 g |
| Thickness | 2.0 in |
First let me say, this thing is comfortable. I love my Nemo Flyer. I'm a side sleeper so I need extra support for the hips and shoulders. That being said, this thing takes up A LOT of room in your backpack. The photos next to a water bottle don't do it justice, it's bigger, much bigger. It's a lot a bit of a pain to deflate, ie clunky. Going to consider the Tensor as a replacement someday. You won't go wrong with this pad but you need to be aware of a few drawbacks. Also, haven't had any leaking issues like others have mentioned though sealing and unsealing is a pain and I could see how that could lead to long term damage around the valve.
I would not recommend this sleeping pad. There are aspects that I like, but I have not gone more than 5 total nights without a pad starting to leak - this has happened with two separate sleeping pads.The good - comfortable for all sleeping positions, lightweight to carry, easy to inflate. I got the XL size which was really nice because my dog could sleep near my feet and still have a little cushion.The bad - because of the self-inflating feature, this is pretty difficult to deflate. You'll never really get it fully deflated, which is fine but kind of annoying. It's also annoying when you're trying to get out in the mornings that you have to spend a bunch of time trying to deflate it. Because of this, it's also hard to roll up and pack away.Ultimately, this pad ... MoreI would not recommend this sleeping pad. There are aspects that I like, but I have not gone more than 5 total nights without a pad starting to leak - this has happened with two separate sleeping pads.The good - comfortable for all sleeping positions, lightweight to carry, easy to inflate. I got the XL size which was really nice because my dog could sleep near my feet and still have a little cushion.The bad - because of the self-inflating feature, this is pretty difficult to deflate. You'll never really get it fully deflated, which is fine but kind of annoying. It's also annoying when you're trying to get out in the mornings that you have to spend a bunch of time trying to deflate it. Because of this, it's also hard to roll up and pack away.Ultimately, this pad would probably be better for car camping than backpacking.
Very comfortable, especially considering the weight and thickness. My wife and I are about 60 years old and will not suffer an uncomfortable pad at this stage! Not truly self-inflating but only needs 3-4 breaths for full inflation. This is generally true for most every “self-inflating” pad I’ve used. The only true SI pad I’ve used was a car camping model from Alps Mountaineering. Light and compact, well-made. One nit-pick: I wish the pull tabs for the inflate/deflate plugs were offset 90 degrees to make it easier to pull the desired one.
I did a lot of research to find a pad that'd be good for side sleeping, and this one does the trick! I've used it for 5+ nights now and I can confidently say my hips feel great and I can't remotely feel the ground when it's inflated. I got the long wide, which is a fantastic size for someone my height (5'10") who likes to roll over every so often while sleeping. The non-slip print on the bottom is fantastic, too, as it keeps the pad from shifting a ton at night. The lowest temperature I've used it in was probably ~35F, and it kept me plenty warm--even when I used it as a bottom layer and kept the top half of my sleeping bag unzipped and draped over me.I will note that the self-inflating feature took me a day or two to figure out, as did how to roll the pad to ... MoreI did a lot of research to find a pad that'd be good for side sleeping, and this one does the trick! I've used it for 5+ nights now and I can confidently say my hips feel great and I can't remotely feel the ground when it's inflated. I got the long wide, which is a fantastic size for someone my height (5'10") who likes to roll over every so often while sleeping. The non-slip print on the bottom is fantastic, too, as it keeps the pad from shifting a ton at night. The lowest temperature I've used it in was probably ~35F, and it kept me plenty warm--even when I used it as a bottom layer and kept the top half of my sleeping bag unzipped and draped over me.I will note that the self-inflating feature took me a day or two to figure out, as did how to roll the pad to sleep in it's stuff sack.Self-inflating: make sure you open BOTH valves (including the "deflate" one). This lets the pad start self inflating. After ~30 minutes, it's more filled up than when I first opened it. I then close the deflate valve and it takes me 3-4 breaths to fully inflate it (it takes 10+ if I start from nothing). Definitely not "fully" self inflating, but it makes it noticeably easier.As for rolling it up, I found I have a tough time making it fit in its sack at camp, and just got it at home for the first time (so I'll be trying this method at camp next time). I started by rolling it without folding and trying to get as much air out as possible. This helped compress the foam a bit and made it overall easier. Once that was done, I laid it back out flat and (with the valve closed) folded it halfway (hot dog style). Then I reopened the valve (both, so the "deflate" is open) and started to roll it again, this time using the weight of my knees to keep the roll tight. Finally I shut the valve, secured with the velcro strap, and it slid right into the sack.Despite how challenging rolling it up was, it didn't detract from the pad for me since it's SO comfortable. I don't think it'd be the best for backpacking, as the foam makes it take up extra space compared to others, but it's great for car camping (or maybe a short hike to camp) and the comfort can't be beat. SO worth the money! I sleep 100% better with it than I did before getting it.
The NEMO Flyer self inflating sleeping pad has been a comfortable, sturdy/well balanced with movement, and well made. The material of the pad is soft and I liked how both sides of the pad had anti-slip designs which helped the pad stay in place on the tent floor as well as the sleeping bag stay on top without effort. This pad is 2 inches thick and weighs 1 pound, 13 ounces. I previously used an REI 3.5 inch memory foam sleeping pad for car camping, and the nice comfort and ease of use is very comparable. Due to the self-inflating design, the pack down size is a bit bulky for lightweight backpacking however it would be perfectly adequate for shorter backpacking trips. I would consider this pad as being best for back and stomach sleepers, I tried both and had a solid ... MoreThe NEMO Flyer self inflating sleeping pad has been a comfortable, sturdy/well balanced with movement, and well made. The material of the pad is soft and I liked how both sides of the pad had anti-slip designs which helped the pad stay in place on the tent floor as well as the sleeping bag stay on top without effort. This pad is 2 inches thick and weighs 1 pound, 13 ounces. I previously used an REI 3.5 inch memory foam sleeping pad for car camping, and the nice comfort and ease of use is very comparable. Due to the self-inflating design, the pack down size is a bit bulky for lightweight backpacking however it would be perfectly adequate for shorter backpacking trips. I would consider this pad as being best for back and stomach sleepers, I tried both and had a solid night sleep. I am 5 foot 5 inches and this wide regular length was perfectly adequate for me. My wife has now also used this pad several nights and reported the same levels of comfort for stomach sleeping. Although I have not gotten a chance to test this mat in night temps less than 47 degrees, it kept me very comfortable at 47 with a light sleeping bag. It is important to note that this pad length appears to be on the shorter side so the regular wide may not be the strongest option for anyone who is taller than 5'8. The rounded edges had aesthetic appeal, but the absence of those corners because of the rounded top and bottom made it feel much smaller to lay on. Both my wife and I were very happy with this NEMO pad and highly recommend it as a reasonably priced, comfortable and functional option. I really liked how this pad used a multi-valve system which resulted in quick deflation, and also came with a small repair kit attached in the bag.
I actually purchased this item through REI (needed to spend the dividend points) but loved it so much I had to leave a review on first lite as well! I’m a side sleeper and have tried using pads from sea to summit and klymit before and was less than impressed with the support. i opted for this mat because the woman at REI suggested to try it since it has an inner foam layer that would help the mat hold shape as well as give a little extra cushion for those who sleep on their sides. She was 100% right! I just recently took this on a 3 day camping weekend and hands down had the best sleep I’ve ever had in a tent.Pros of this mat: I have the long and wide version - I’m 6ft tall and 155 lbs and it was plenty of room for me to roll from side to side in the middle of the ... MoreI actually purchased this item through REI (needed to spend the dividend points) but loved it so much I had to leave a review on first lite as well! I’m a side sleeper and have tried using pads from sea to summit and klymit before and was less than impressed with the support. i opted for this mat because the woman at REI suggested to try it since it has an inner foam layer that would help the mat hold shape as well as give a little extra cushion for those who sleep on their sides. She was 100% right! I just recently took this on a 3 day camping weekend and hands down had the best sleep I’ve ever had in a tent.Pros of this mat: I have the long and wide version - I’m 6ft tall and 155 lbs and it was plenty of room for me to roll from side to side in the middle of the night. The valve makes it easy to adjust if you over inflate the mat and need to let out just a smidge of air. Like I said hands down the most comfortable mat I’ve ever slept on and the R value was more than enough for me to stay warm when the temps dropped into the low 40s overnight while campingCons of this mat: if you’re looking to be an ultralight camper or are really pinched for space this mat is definitely on the larger size and might not work for those trying to be minimalistic. The picture is comparing it to a Nalgene bottle is pretty accurate. I would also use the term “self inflating” lightly - the mat definitely puffs up a little but it doesn’t really “firm” up. I have to blow maybe 6-8 breaths into it to get it to the firmness that I like - really not a deal breaker for me, but if you’re looking for a mat that is 100% self inflating then you might want to look into something else.Overall I would suggest this mat to anyone who isn’t too concerned about saving space in their pack and likes having a little extra cushion for sleeping on your side!
I always love Nemo products and this sleeping pad is no exception. I've used it on 2 separate backpacking trips to Joshua Tree in February. The overnight low's were in the 20's...burr cold! I slept toasted and warm with my new sleeping pad and my Nemo Aria sleeping bag. I read lots of reviews before purchasing this pad. Others have said it was hard to roll up, but I didn't find that to be the case. I just folded in in half gently rolled it up, keeping the sides aligned.
Let's be real... most inflatable sleeping pads are not the most comfortable but we use them because they are extremely lightweight. Like most people, I find foam or self inflating sleeping pads more comfortable but they tend to be bulky and heavy. I own a Thermarrest Luxury Map in Regular and Large size. I love the large size because it's wider but the height is inconvenient.I am 5' 3" and have to over inflate it to not sink in the middle. The regular is great, I don't have to overinflated but it's only 20 inches wide and I toss and turn a lot. I have been looking for a mat that is wide but regular size and a hybrid of foam and air mattress for versatility between camping and backpacking. Look no further... this is the mat for you!. I just came back from a week long ... MoreLet's be real... most inflatable sleeping pads are not the most comfortable but we use them because they are extremely lightweight. Like most people, I find foam or self inflating sleeping pads more comfortable but they tend to be bulky and heavy. I own a Thermarrest Luxury Map in Regular and Large size. I love the large size because it's wider but the height is inconvenient.I am 5' 3" and have to over inflate it to not sink in the middle. The regular is great, I don't have to overinflated but it's only 20 inches wide and I toss and turn a lot. I have been looking for a mat that is wide but regular size and a hybrid of foam and air mattress for versatility between camping and backpacking. Look no further... this is the mat for you!. I just came back from a week long camping trip and it is incredibly comfortable and yet super lightweight at 1lb. This is your perfect sleeping pad if you are looking for comfort, lightweight and are willing to sacrifice packability as it is bulkier than an airpad. Highly recommended.I got the Regular widePros: Super Lightweight for a foam sleeping pad, extremely comfortable for side sleepers, quiet, stays in place.Cons: Not really self inflating, a little bulky (about the size of a 30 degree disco sleeping bag) recommend opening valve immediately after you pitch your tent and you will still need to inflate it with a few breaths.
This review is based on my initial (living room) test alongside two other mats - one was a nemo air mat, and while super light, it felt too lightweight for someone with my clumsiness level, and overall, the comfort level was meh.I opened this one up in my living room along with the Therm-a-Rest Prolite Apex SI pad. I pulled the SI valves on both, and while the Prolite sat there, waiting for me to intervene, this Nemo sprung to life. It crinkled and unfurled, leaving me only 3 breaths to add to reach its desired state of fluffiness.Once I laid on the 2, the difference was clear - this mat is *ridiculously* comfortable. I was shocked at the difference! I anticipate lots of comfort in the backcountry thanks to this mat. It was painless to deflate (The valve system ... MoreThis review is based on my initial (living room) test alongside two other mats - one was a nemo air mat, and while super light, it felt too lightweight for someone with my clumsiness level, and overall, the comfort level was meh.I opened this one up in my living room along with the Therm-a-Rest Prolite Apex SI pad. I pulled the SI valves on both, and while the Prolite sat there, waiting for me to intervene, this Nemo sprung to life. It crinkled and unfurled, leaving me only 3 breaths to add to reach its desired state of fluffiness.Once I laid on the 2, the difference was clear - this mat is *ridiculously* comfortable. I was shocked at the difference! I anticipate lots of comfort in the backcountry thanks to this mat. It was painless to deflate (The valve system really works great on this thing), and easy to replace in its stuff sack.Looking at its packed size - I don't love it. Guiding youth trips, I will inevitably end up carrying extra gear for the kids, BUT - this thing is surprisingly lightweight, and given the excess of lush comfort, plus the 3.3 R-value, I'm happy to just strap it to the outside of my pack and call it a day.I ordered it in a Regular Wide - length was great, width was even better. I toss and turn a lot in my sleep and realized that after gaining weight this last year, I'm kind of over just dealing with the discomfort of having my arms fall off the edge.
| Length | Regular |
| Shape | Mummy |
| Minimum Weight | 1 lb , 12 oz / 790 g |
| Packed Weight | 1 lb , 13 oz / 810 g |
| Thickness | 2.0 in |
